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The Best Episodes of The Shining Season 1

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

Binge this in 4h 34m•Peaking at 6.7/10

A new caretaker moves with his family into the mysterious Overlook Hotel for the winter.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Shining Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    6.5/10(466 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    Struggling writer Jack Torrance takes his wife and psychic young son along to his winter job as caretaker of a sinister mountain resort.

    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Shining Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    6.6/10(407 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

    S1:E2

    Jack begins his slide into dementia when he uncovers the hotel's devious past, while Danny encounters the thing in room 217 and the horrific topiary.

    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Shining Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    6.7/10(436 votes)

    #3 - Part 3

    S1:E3

    Danny uses his "shining" to call Halloran for help as Jack finally goes over the edge.

    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "The Shining" season 1. It scored 6.5/10 based on 466 votes. Directed by Mick Garris and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/27/1997. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Part 2".