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The Best Episodes of The Last of Us Season 1

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

The Best Episodes of The Last of Us Season 1

Twenty years after modern civilization has been destroyed, Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie, a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine...

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  1. Background image for Endure and Survive
    9.4/10(85.9k votes)

    #1 - Endure and Survive

    S1:E5

    On the streets of a newly free Kansas City, Henry fights to protect his brother Sam from rebel soldiers who will stop at nothing to appease their ruthless leader. As her manhunt continues, Kathleen doubles down on her quest for revenge, while Ellie forms a meaningful friendship.

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    Director:Jeremy Webb
  2. Background image for When We Are in Need
    9.3/10(64.8k votes)

    #2 - When We Are in Need

    S1:E8

    After crossing paths with a vengeful group of survivors, Ellie's fighting spirit draws unwanted attention from its leader. Still battling for his life, a weakened Joel faces off with a hunting party out for blood.

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    Director:Ali Abbasi
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    9.1/10(118.0k votes)

    #3 - When You're Lost in the Darkness

    S1:E1

    2003. As a parasitic fungal outbreak begins to ravage the country and the world, Joel Miller attempts to escape the escalating chaos with his daughter and brother. Twenty years later, a now hardened Joel and his partner Tess fight to survive under a totalitarian regime, while the insurgent Fireflies harbor a teenage girl with a unique gift.

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    9.0/10(108.3k votes)

    #4 - Infected

    S1:E2

    In 2003, an Indonesian scientist makes a devastating discovery. In 2023, now outside of the quarantine zone, Joel and Tess clash over Ellie's fate as they navigate a long-abandoned Boston overrun with Infected.

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    9.0/10(52.1k votes)

    #5 - Look for the Light

    S1:E9

    After being pursued by Infected, a pregnant Anna places her trust in a lifelong friend. Years later, Ellie is forced to grapple with the emotional toll of her journey, while Joel faces a devastating decision of his own.

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    8.8/10(63.2k votes)

    #6 - Kin

    S1:E6

    After months of traveling, Joel and Ellie receive a grave warning about what lies ahead. Later, Ellie learns more about Joel's past – while Joel tries his best to forget.

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  8. Background image for Please Hold to My Hand
    8.3/10(74.6k votes)

    #7 - Please Hold to My Hand

    S1:E4

    After a harrowing trek across a desolate United States, Joel and Ellie find themselves navigating a dangerous Kansas City on foot. Later, rebel leader Kathleen instigates a manhunt – one that pits her violent civilian militia against the world's best hope.

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    Director:Jeremy Webb
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    8.1/10(236.3k votes)

    #8 - Long, Long Time

    S1:E3

    Doomsday prepper Bill prepares to ride out the apocalypse alone...until a mysterious stranger upends his plans. Years later, Joel and Ellie seek Bill's guidance – and find themselves at a crossroads.

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    Director:Peter Hoar
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    7.3/10(74.6k votes)

    #9 - Left Behind

    S1:E7

    As Joel fights to survive, Ellie’s struggle to save him stirs memories of her life in a FEDRA orphanage. Weeks before meeting Joel, Ellie recalls joining her best friend Riley for a night to remember… one that will change the course of both of their lives – and the fate of the world – forever.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Endure and Survive" is the best rated episode of "The Last of Us" season 1. It scored 9.4/10 based on 85879 votes. Directed by Jeremy Webb and written by Craig Mazin, it aired on 2/12/2023. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "When We Are in Need".