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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 1

Every episode of The Joy of Painting Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 1!

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The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross could complete a painting in half an hour, the intent

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 1 - A Walk in the Woods
    9.2/10(116 votes)

    #1 - A Walk in the Woods

    S1:E1

    Bob Ross introduces us to his "Almighty" assortment of tools and colors, tells us that anyone can paint, and creates a landscape of a forest path just after a rain shower.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 2 - Mt. McKinley
    9.4/10(86 votes)

    #2 - Mt. McKinley

    S1:E2

    This episode remains unaired and was provided only to various TV stations to determine their interest in the show.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 3 - Ebony Sunset
    9.3/10(73 votes)

    #3 - Ebony Sunset

    S1:E3

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 4 - Winter Mist
    9.2/10(68 votes)

    #4 - Winter Mist

    S1:E4

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 5 - Quiet Stream
    9.2/10(66 votes)

    #5 - Quiet Stream

    S1:E5

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 6 - Winter Moon
    9.5/10(67 votes)

    #6 - Winter Moon

    S1:E6

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 7 - Autumn Mountain
    9.4/10(61 votes)

    #7 - Autumn Mountain

    S1:E7

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 8 - Peaceful Valley
    9.5/10(61 votes)

    #8 - Peaceful Valley

    S1:E8

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 9 - Seascape
    9.3/10(63 votes)

    #9 - Seascape

    S1:E9

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 10 - Mountain Lake
    9.5/10(62 votes)

    #10 - Mountain Lake

    S1:E10

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 11 - Winter Glow
    9.4/10(61 votes)

    #11 - Winter Glow

    S1:E11

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 12 - Snow Fall
    9.4/10(62 votes)

    #12 - Snow Fall

    S1:E12

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 13 - Final Reflections
    9.6/10(69 votes)

    #13 - Final Reflections

    S1:E13

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"A Walk in the Woods" is the best rated episode of "The Joy of Painting" season 1. It scored 9.2/10 based on 116 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/11/1983. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Mt. McKinley".