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The Best Episodes of The Outsider

Every episode of The Outsider ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Outsider!

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When an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator to question everything they believe

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Outsider Season 1 Episode 1 - Fish in a Barrel
    8.4/10(6709 votes)

    #1 - Fish in a Barrel

    S1:E1

    When the body of an 11-year-old boy is found in the Georgia woods, detective Ralph Anderson launches an investigation into the gruesome murder.

    Director:Jason Bateman
    Writer:Richard Price

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  2. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 2 - Roanoke
    8.2/10(5683 votes)

    #2 - Roanoke

    S1:E2

    During a surreptitious late-night visit with Terry, Ralph admits to being baffled by conflicting physical evidence. An unexpected tragedy throws the investigation into a tailspin. Glory tries to soothe her daughter.

    Director:Jason Bateman
    Writer:Richard Price

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  3. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 8 - Foxhead
    7.9/10(3791 votes)

    #3 - Foxhead

    S1:E8

    Sensing something ominous afoot, Claude reconnects with his brother in Tennessee. Holly, Ralph, Yunis and Andy follow him in hopes of isolating the evil force and thwarting its next kill. A visiting family avoids danger.

    Director:J.D. Dillard
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 9 - Tigers and Bears
    7.9/10(3686 votes)

    #4 - Tigers and Bears

    S1:E9

    After obscuring their true purpose in town from local police, Ralph and Yunis interview witnesses from the cave festival, while Holly and Andy visit the scene. The group considers its next move as Claude deals with the weight of his role.

    Director:Charlotte Brändström
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 6 - The One About the Yiddish Vampire
    7.7/10(4025 votes)

    #5 - The One About the Yiddish Vampire

    S1:E6

    Holly presents her unusual theory about the connection between two other mysterious child murders and the Frankie Peterson case. While Ralph remains skeptical, Jeannie’s attempt to include Glory in their group of concerned citizens backfires.

    Director:Karyn Kusama
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 7 - In the Pines, in the Pines
    7.5/10(3811 votes)

    #6 - In the Pines, in the Pines

    S1:E7

    Holly makes a calculated attempt to help a volatile but conflicted Jack, while their whereabouts are tracked by Ralph and Alec. Glory considers Howie's suggestion on how to secure her family's financial future.

    Director:Daina Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 4 - Que Viene el Coco
    7.4/10(4405 votes)

    #7 - Que Viene el Coco

    S1:E4

    Holly pursues a possible connection to an eerily similar case and gains valuable insight from local former detective Andy Katcavage. Glory faces increased scrutiny in her daily life, and Jack's behavior grows progressively more erratic.

    Director:Andrew Bernstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 3 - Dark Uncle
    7.3/10(4831 votes)

    #8 - Dark Uncle

    S1:E3

    Frustrated by their lack of progress, Ralph and GBI detective Yunis Sablo meet with Alec and Howie, who suggest bringing in unorthodox PI Holly Gibney. Jack has a hair-raising experience at a remote barn. Glory deals with fallout at her daughters' school.

    Director:Andrew Bernstein
    Writer:Richard Price

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  9. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 5 - Tear-Drinker
    7.0/10(4110 votes)

    #9 - Tear-Drinker

    S1:E5

    Holly searches for clues at several locations connected to the Dayton case. Jeannie finds herself shaken by an unnerving incident at work and delivers an ominous warning to Ralph. Jack is put on the defensive at Tamika’s baby shower.

    Director:Igor Martinović
    Writer:Richard Price

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  10. The Outsider Season 1 Episode 10 - Must/Can't
    7.0/10(4168 votes)

    #10 - Must/Can't

    S1:E10

    The group finds itself in a climactic showdown in their last-ditch, desperate attempt to root out El Coco.

    Director:Andrew Bernstein
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Fish in a Barrel" is the best rated episode of "The Outsider". It scored 8.4/10 based on 6709 votes. Directed by Jason Bateman and written by Richard Price, it aired on 1/12/2020. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Roanoke".