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The Best Episodes of The First Season 1

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The Best Episodes of The First Season 1

Follow the first human mission to Mars, exploring the challenges of taking the first steps toward interplanetary colonization. The story focuses not only on the...

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  1. 7.4/10(330 votes)

    #1 - Near and Far

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    S1:E8

    The members of Providence 2 gear up for their mission on launch day. Laz and Denise must prepare for a new chapter in their lives.

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  2. 7.1/10(612 votes)

    #2 - Separation

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    S1:E1

    On launch day, Vista CEO Laz Ingram and the Providence crew count down to the first manned mission to Mars. Former mission commander Tom Hagerty watches from home. After an intense day he is confronted by an unexpected visitor.

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  3. 7.0/10(397 votes)

    #3 - What’s Needed

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    With the mission in danger of being shut down, the Vista team travels to Washington to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, the Castillo family pursues their lawsuit against Vista. Tom and his daughter Denise work to repair their relationship.

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  4. 7.0/10(363 votes)

    #4 - Two Portraits

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    S1:E5

    Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.

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  5. 6.9/10(295 votes)

    #5 - The Choice

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    S1:E7

    Tom and the Providence crew must make a choice with potentially life-threatening consequences. Matteo wrestles with his past. Tom and Denise must deal with unfinished business.

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  6. 6.8/10(308 votes)

    #6 - Collisions

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    S1:E6

    Laz attempts to sway an influential reporter who is critical of the Mars program. Aiko and Eitan test a solution to the MAV problem. An incident with Denise forces Tom to reconsider his priorities.

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  8. 6.6/10(316 votes)

    #7 - Where Life Is

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    S1:E4

    Sadie and Ollie’s marriage is tested. Laz works with the engineers as pressure builds to find a solution to the MAV malfunction. Tom and Ellen grow closer.

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  9. 6.4/10(361 votes)

    #8 - Cycles

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    S1:E3

    Kayla and Tom find themselves at odds when faced with a difficult decision. A problem arises with the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) that may jeopardize the crew’s safety. Aiko hosts a dinner party to celebrate Sadie and Ollie’s wedding anniversary.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Near and Far" is the best rated episode of "The First" season 1. It scored 7.4/10 based on 330 votes. Directed by Ariel Kleiman and written by Beau Willimon, Francesca Sloane, it aired on 9/14/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Separation".