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The Best Episodes of The Village

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

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Welcome to the Village, an apartment building in Brooklyn that appears like any other from the outside but is quite unique inside. The people who reside here have built a bonded family of friends and

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Village Season 1 Episode 9 - I Am Defiant
    9.1/10(94 votes)

    #1 - I Am Defiant

    S1:E9

    The Village residents face individual fears while supporting Ava on the day of her immigration hearing. Gabe and Ava prepare for their day in court. Katie takes a birthing class. Nick attempts to gain closure with the help of Sarah.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Village Season 1 Episode 10 - I Have Got You
    9.1/10(112 votes)

    #2 - I Have Got You

    S1:E10

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Village Season 1 Episode 6 - Yes or No
    9.0/10(102 votes)

    #3 - Yes or No

    S1:E6

    The first Gospel Brunch at Smalls not only introduces Ron and Patricia to people from their past, but also inspires the residents of The Village to come to terms with the various dilemmas in their lives: Enzo and Gabe discuss Ava's case with young lawyer, Sofia, Liam introduces Katie to her potential future, and Amy discovers surprising news about Nick and Sarah, leading to a revelation that none of them are ready to tackle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Village Season 1 Episode 5 - Laid Bare
    8.7/10(99 votes)

    #4 - Laid Bare

    S1:E5

    Katie sees Sarah in a new light during her tumultuous first day of work at the nursing home. Nick makes a discovery in therapy and helps Enzo pursue a chance at love. Ron and Patricia host an open mic with a surprise performance from their past.

    Director:Steven DePaul
    Writer:Regina Corrado

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  5. The Village Season 1 Episode 7 - Couldn't Not Love You
    8.6/10(88 votes)

    #5 - Couldn't Not Love You

    S1:E7

    As the dust settles on last night's revelation, the residents of the Village find themselves trying to put together the pieces: Ron and Patricia welcome two surprise houseguests with familial problems, Enzo enlists Ben to help him find Gwendolina, leading Ben back to someone from his past, Gabe finally faces his father when Ava's case gets messy, and Katie and Sarah temporarily bury the hatchet when meeting with a wealthy couple interested in adoption... However, when one door closes, another opens, and yet another revelation about Nick sends things over the edge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Village Season 1 Episode 8 - Choosing to Hope
    8.6/10(84 votes)

    #6 - Choosing to Hope

    S1:E8

    With Christmas approaching, Ron tries to reunite the splintered village family. Nick visits an old haunt and makes an important discovery; Patricia glimpses a new life after receiving bad news. A surprise guest stirs up emotions between Ben and Ava.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Village Season 1 Episode 3 - In Your Bones
    8.3/10(124 votes)

    #7 - In Your Bones

    S1:E3

    The Village family is made whole again when Ava returns. Sarah and Katie deal with unexpected reactions from the family of her baby's father. The strain of Patricia's cancer threatens her relationship with Ron. Gabe gets a surprise visit from his overbearing father. Nick confesses to a war friend's widow and makes a deep connection.

    Director:Peter Sollett
    Writer:Erika Johnson

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  8. The Village Season 1 Episode 4 - Heart on Fire
    8.3/10(116 votes)

    #8 - Heart on Fire

    S1:E4

    Katie faces key pregnancy decisions while tracking down an art thief. Sarah and Patricia spend a night out to clear their minds. Nick's memory plays tricks on him. Gabe and Ava look for outside help with her case. Enzo lets a lovely lady slip away.

    Director:Steven DePaul
    Writer:Abdi Nazemian

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  9. The Village Season 1 Episode 2 - Good Thing
    8.2/10(134 votes)

    #9 - Good Thing

    S1:E2

    Sarah uncovers more of Katie's secret and has a confrontation with Nick. Enzo struggles with a disappointing new roommate. Ava makes progress with her case..

    Director:Peter Sollett
    Writer:Mike Daniels

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  10. The Village Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.1/10(204 votes)

    #10 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Sarah, a single mom, navigates life with her teenage daughter. Ava is thrown into crisis when she's arrested by ICE. Nick returns home from war to discover everything he's left behind. Ron and Patricia work to keep the Village family intact.

    Director:Minkie Spiro
    Writer:Mike Daniels

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Best Episodes Summary

"I Am Defiant" is the best rated episode of "The Village". It scored 9.1/10 based on 94 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/14/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "I Have Got You".