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The Worst Episodes of The First

Every episode of The First ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The First!

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...
Genres:DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Cycles" is the worst rated episode of "The First". It scored 6.4/10 based on 358 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/14/2018. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Where Life Is".

  • Cycles
    6.4/10358 votes
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    #1 - Cycles

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Where Life Is
    6.6/10313 votes
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    #2 - Where Life Is

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Collisions
    6.8/10305 votes
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    #3 - Collisions

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Two Portraits
    6.9/10360 votes
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    #4 - Two Portraits

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/14/2018

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Choice
    6.9/10292 votes
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    #5 - The Choice

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • What’s Needed
    7.0/10392 votes
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    #6 - What’s Needed

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: Agnieszka Holland

    Writer: Beau Willimon

  • Separation
    7.1/10607 votes
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    #7 - Separation

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: Agnieszka Holland

    Writer: N/A

  • Near and Far
    7.4/10326 votes
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    #8 - Near and Far

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: Ariel Kleiman

    Writer: Beau Willimon, Francesca Sloane