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The Best Episodes of The Kominsky Method Season 1

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

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Acting coach Sandy Kominsky and best friend Norman Newlander keep each other laughing as they navigate the ups and downs of getting older.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids
    7.5/10(24 votes)

    #1 - Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids

    S1:E1

    As Sandy gets to know a new student better, he puts off visiting an old friend who wants to see him. Norman copes with a difficult issue at home.

    Director:Chuck Lorre
    Writer:Chuck Lorre

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  2. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves
    7.5/10(19 votes)

    #2 - Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves

    S1:E2

    Sandy helps Norman organize an event with complicated arrangements and invites Lisa on an unusual date. Norman is a hit with Sandy's class.

    Director:Andy Tennant
    Writer:Chuck Lorre

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  3. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter 3. A Prostate Enlarges
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #3 - Chapter 3. A Prostate Enlarges

    S1:E3

    While Sandy contends with a worsening prostate problem and conflict between his students, Norman deals with his troubled daughter, Phoebe.

    Director:Donald Petrie
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins

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  4. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter 4. A Kegel Squeaks
    7.6/10(13 votes)

    #4 - Chapter 4. A Kegel Squeaks

    S1:E4

    Sandy and Norman turn to each other for support as Sandy waits for his test results and tension between Norman and Phoebe ramps up.

    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum

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  5. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns
    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #5 - Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns

    S1:E5

    Norman worries he may have made the wrong decision about Phoebe. Sandy wants to take his relationship with Lisa to the next level.

    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller
    Writer:Chuck Lorre

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  6. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter 6. A Daughter Detoxes
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #6 - Chapter 6. A Daughter Detoxes

    S1:E6

    Norman and Sandy drive Phoebe to rehab, then spend the night at a casino. Sandy faces a financial quandary and learns he's angered Lisa.

    Director:Andy Tennant
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum

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  7. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 7 - Chapter 7. A String Is Attached
    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #7 - Chapter 7. A String Is Attached

    S1:E7

    Norman contemplates a financial arrangement with Sandy. Sandy tries to smooth things over with Lisa. Mindy helps her father with his tax situation.

    Director:Donald Petrie
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum

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  8. The Kominsky Method Season 1 Episode 8 - Chapter 8. A Widow Approaches
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #8 - Chapter 8. A Widow Approaches

    S1:E8

    Norman has lunch with a widowed friend of Eileen's. Sandy and Norman attend a Parkinson's fundraiser. Norman is haunted by women from his past.

    Director:Andy Tennant
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids" is the best rated episode of "The Kominsky Method" season 1. It scored 7.5/10 based on 24 votes. Directed by Chuck Lorre and written by Chuck Lorre, it aired on 11/16/2018. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves".