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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!

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 18 - No Matter What the Future Brings
    7.9/10(169 votes)

    S1:E18

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 10 - Anna and the Unicorn
    7.8/10(187 votes)

    S1:E10

    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:Jay Karas
    Writer:Howard Jordan Jr.

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  3. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 8 - Turkeys and Traditions
    7.7/10(203 votes)

    S1:E8

    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
    Writers:Skander Halim, Gina Ippolito

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  4. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 9 - No Pressure
    7.7/10(193 votes)

    S1:E9

    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

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  5. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 4 - The Unicorn and the Catfish
    7.6/10(220 votes)

    S1:E4

    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

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  6. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 5 - No Small Parts
    7.6/10(210 votes)

    S1:E5

    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

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  7. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 7 - Wade Delayed
    7.6/10(202 votes)

    S1:E7

    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

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  8. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 11 - If It Doesn't Spark Joy
    7.6/10(167 votes)

    S1:E11

    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

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  9. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 6 - Three Men Out
    7.5/10(201 votes)

    S1:E6

    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

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  10. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 12 - It Isn't Romantic
    7.5/10(163 votes)

    S1:E12

    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.

    Directors:Alex Reid, Betsy Thomas
    Writer:Bill Martin

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  11. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 17 - Caroline, No
    7.5/10(147 votes)

    S1:E17

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Jake Lasker

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  12. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.4/10(377 votes)

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:Bill Martin, Mike Schiff

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  13. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 3 - Widow's Group
    7.4/10(247 votes)

    S1:E3

    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

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  14. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 13 - Worst Case Scenario
    7.4/10(160 votes)

    S1:E13

    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

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  15. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 2 - Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
    7.3/10(279 votes)

    S1:E2

    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

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  16. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 14 - The Wade Beneath My Wings
    7.3/10(155 votes)

    S1:E14

    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

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  17. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 15 - Everyone's a Winner
    7.3/10(164 votes)

    S1:E15

    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

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  18. The Unicorn Season 1 Episode 16 - The Client
    7.3/10(150 votes)

    S1:E16

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"No Matter What the Future Brings" is the best rated episode of "The Unicorn" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 169 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/12/2020. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Anna and the Unicorn".