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The Best Episodes of The Unicorn Season 1

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

A tight-knit group of best friends and family helps Wade embrace his “new normal” in the wake of the loss of his wife. As a sometimes ill-equipped but always devoted single parent to his two adolescent daughters, he is taking the major step of dating again.

Genre:Comedy
Network:CBS

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "The Unicorn" season 1 is "Pilot", rated 7.4/10 from 365 user votes. It was directed by John Hamburg and written by Bill Martin, Mike Schiff. "Pilot" aired on 9/16/2019 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do".

  • Pilot
    7.4/10 365 votes

    #1 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/16/2019

    As a sometimes ill-equipped but always devoted single parent to his two adolescent daughters, Grace and Natalie, Wade is taking the major step of dating again. His supportive and compassionate best friends, Forrest and his wife, Delia, and Ben and his wife, Michelle, are thrilled he’s resurfaced and enthusiastically offer to help set up his online profile.

    Director: John Hamburg

    Writer: Bill Martin, Mike Schiff

  • Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
    7.2/10 270 votes

    #2 - Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2019

    Wade suddenly finds himself in a "relationship" he has no interest in when he has trouble turning down a second date. Also, Wade tries to understand when Grace struggles with her social media posts.

    Director: John Hamburg

    Writer: Bill Martin

  • Widow's Group
    7.4/10 240 votes

    #3 - Widow's Group

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/10/2019

    When Wade’s friends encourage him to join a support group for partners who have lost a spouse to help him deal with his anger, Wade’s shocked by the advice he’s given by the host of the support group, Caroline.

    Director: John Hamburg

    Writer: Mike Schiff

  • The Unicorn and the Catfish
    7.6/10 214 votes

    #4 - The Unicorn and the Catfish

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/17/2019

    When Wade changes the password to his online dating profile because his friends become too involved, Forrest goes to great lengths to keep tabs on him. Also, Grace and Natalie are torn when their favorite romance-themed reality show they watched with their mom returns for a new season.

    Director: Matt Sohn

    Writer: Christine Zander

  • No Small Parts
    7.5/10 204 votes

    #5 - No Small Parts

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/24/2019

    When Grace gets the lead in the school musical, Wade realizes that the teachers are giving her special treatment after he hears her sing. Also, Michelle and Ben persuade Delia and Forrest to volunteer for the chaotic snack bar duty at a school function.

    Director: Todd Holland

    Writer: Jason Belleville

  • Three Men Out
    7.5/10 196 votes

    #6 - Three Men Out

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2019

    When Wade visits a local hot spot to meet people instead of using his dating app, Forrest and Ben decide to be his “wing men.”

    Director: Matthew A. Cherry

    Writer: Chris Kelly

  • Wade Delayed
    7.6/10 197 votes

    #7 - Wade Delayed

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2019

    When Wade goes out of town for the day, he panics at the realization that he is the sole caretaker of his children. Also, Delia picks up the girls from school for Wade but is thrown for a loop when Grace tells a clever lie to hang out with her friends.

    Director: Kabir Akhtar

    Writer: Jacque Edmonds Cofer

  • Turkeys and Traditions
    7.7/10 198 votes

    #8 - Turkeys and Traditions

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/21/2019

    Wade and the girls tackle hosting Thanksgiving dinner for friends and extended family. Also, Ben attempts to make a fried turkey for the very first time.

    Director: Dean Holland

    Writer: Skander Halim, Gina Ippolito

  • No Pressure
    7.7/10 189 votes

    #9 - No Pressure

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/5/2019

    Wade pretends to be dating Caroline to avoid being set up on blind dates by Delia. Also, Ben and Michelle throw an anniversary party for themselves, but have issues with the catering.

    Director: Alex Reid

    Writer: Sophia Lear

  • Anna and the Unicorn
    7.7/10 183 votes

    #10 - Anna and the Unicorn

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/12/2019

    Wade is giddy, his daughters are amused and his friends are excited when he has his first crush since becoming single again. Also, Grace and Natalie take advantage of their dad going on dates by having friends over and it starts to get out of hand.

    Director: Jaime Eliezer Karas

    Writer: Howard Jordan Jr.

  • If It Doesn't Spark Joy
    7.6/10 162 votes

    #11 - If It Doesn't Spark Joy

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 1/9/2020

    Wade considers moving his relationship forward with Anna if his daughters approve of her after they all meet. Also, Delia, Grace and Natalie realize how priceless their memories are of Jill are as they prepare to sell some of her belongings at a garage sale.

    Director: Dean Holland

    Writer: Eden Dranger

  • It Isn't Romantic
    7.5/10 158 votes

    #12 - It Isn't Romantic

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 1/16/2020

    The women from the Widow’s Support Group offer Wade unexpected advice for getting out of his dating rut. Also, while Michelle is recovering from gallbladder surgery, Delia relentlessly pushes her to follow strict medical advice.

    Director: Betsy Thomas, Alex Reid

    Writer: Bill Martin

  • Worst Case Scenario
    7.4/10 154 votes

    #13 - Worst Case Scenario

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 1/30/2020

    When Wade decides to redo his will, he is conflicted about who should get custody of his children. Also, Michelle tries to convince Ben to get a vasectomy after they have a pregnancy scare.

    Director: John Hamburg

    Writer: Jacque Edmonds Cofer

  • The Wade Beneath My Wings
    7.3/10 150 votes

    #14 - The Wade Beneath My Wings

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 2/6/2020

    Wade convinces Forrest to take his career advice, and the results are disastrous. Also, Ben lands a lucrative opportunity for his company, but Michelle is uncomfortable embracing their success.

    Director: Bill Purple

    Writer: Jason Belleville

  • Everyone's a Winner
    7.2/10 160 votes

    #15 - Everyone's a Winner

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 2/13/2020

    When Wade has a bad date with Natalie’s friend’s mother, Natalie ends up paying the price. Also, Forrest finds unusual ways to fill his time during his unemployment, and Ben has a conflict with his daughter Sahai’s basketball coach.

    Director: Matt Sohn

    Writer: Chris Kelly

  • The Client
    7.3/10 146 votes

    #16 - The Client

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 2/20/2020

    When Wade lands a job for Denny, a newly divorced, wealthy client, he realizes Denny is only interested in using Wade to meet women. Also, Meg applies her expertise as an accountant to get Wade's finances on track, and Forrest and Delia attempt to clear the tension between them by having an argument.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Caroline, No
    7.5/10 143 votes

    #17 - Caroline, No

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 3/5/2020

    Wade analyzes his feelings about his casual relationship with Caroline. Also, Delia and Michelle help Grace work through an awkward middle-school phase.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Jake Lasker

  • No Matter What the Future Brings
    7.9/10 165 votes

    #18 - No Matter What the Future Brings

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 3/12/2020

    As Grace prepares to attend her first dance, Wade strongly feels Jill's absence and leans on his friends to get through it. Also, Wade, Forrest, Delia, Ben and Michelle reflect on growing older and the changes their lives have undergone in the past year.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A