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The Worst Episodes of Utopia

Every episode of Utopia ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Utopia!

Set inside the offices of the "Nation Building Authority", a newly created government organisation responsible for overseeing major infrastructure projects, Utopia explores that moment when bureaucracy and grand dreams collide. It's a tribute to those political leaders who have somehow managed to take a long-term vision and use it for short-term gain.

Genre:Comedy
Network:ABC TV

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "Utopia" is "Blue Sky Thinking", rated 7.8/10 from 52 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Blue Sky Thinking" aired on 7/19/2017 and is rated 0.1 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Independence Day".

  • Blue Sky Thinking
    7.8/10 52 votes

    #1 - Blue Sky Thinking

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 7/19/2017

    Jim and Rhonda force Tony to help step in and save a flawed government scheme. Nat is driven mad by a local council worried about a proposed development.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Independence Day
    7.9/10 37 votes

    #2 - Independence Day

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 9/6/2017

    After threatening to resign Tony is offered his own independent infrastructure board but Jim has his own ideas about the word "independent". Rhonda & Beverley decide it's time for a new office reporting structure.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Wood for the Trees
    8.0/10 99 votes

    #3 - Wood for the Trees

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/13/2014

    Attempts to sign an international development deal are compromised by Rhonda's decision to redesign the NBA's logo. Nat has to find room for a community garden within a waterfront development.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The First Project
    8.0/10 62 votes

    #4 - The First Project

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 9/24/2014

    Slightly disillusioned by his first 11 months in the job, Tony thinks back to when it all began. The launch of the NBA was a great success but within weeks Jim was at his door, desperate for some sort of new public announcement.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Keep Out: Public Property
    8.0/10 51 votes

    #5 - Keep Out: Public Property

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 9/2/2015

    Tony and his team are forced to justify why a new foreshore park now seems to have very little park. Nat is desperate for a parcel to arrive and the entire office gets caught up in Healthy Heart Week.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Starting the Conversation
    8.0/10 52 votes

    #6 - Starting the Conversation

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 9/23/2015

    Tony refuses to be drawn into a planning dispute. Meanwhile, Rhonda is keen to raise the NBA's level of online engagement, leading to social media mayhem.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Summit Attempt
    8.0/10 51 votes

    #7 - Summit Attempt

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 10/7/2015

    Tony's attempt at a holiday is derailed by the arrival of a new minister, a wifi upgrade and Rhonda. Plans for an infrastructure conference become complicated when Karsten gets involved.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Smart Cities
    8.0/10 46 votes

    #8 - Smart Cities

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 7/26/2017

    Rhonda forces Tony to be keynote speaker at the Smart Cities conference. Nat is looking set for a promotion until Beverley from HR decides to step in. The arrival of a new couch has unintended consequences.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Protected Species
    8.1/10 81 votes

    #9 - Protected Species

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/20/2014

    Tony is forced to step in when an endangered grass threatens to derail plans for a new container terminal. Rhonda is convinced that the NBA needs a major overhaul of its website.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Onwards and Upwards
    8.1/10 74 votes

    #10 - Onwards and Upwards

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/3/2014

    Tony is reluctantly dragged in when the developer of a low-rise inner city building project decides he wants to double the height of his apartment block... and then triple it again.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Dot Dot Dot
    8.1/10 53 votes

    #11 - Dot Dot Dot

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 9/9/2015

    When the Government announces 'Education Nation' it is met with rapturous praise. Only one problem - no one knows what it is. Nat is tasked with handling a Freedom of Information request.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Terminal Problems
    8.1/10 51 votes

    #12 - Terminal Problems

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 9/16/2015

    After months of working on a major new project Jim asks Tony for one small change. He wants the project killed. Rhonda nominates Nat to be keynote speaker at a conference.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Nation Shapers
    8.1/10 44 votes

    #13 - Nation Shapers

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 8/2/2017

    Nat is asked to help out the Minister with a problem-plagued I.T. project. Meanwhile, a poor radio interview sees Tony forced to undertake media training.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Start Up
    8.1/10 42 votes

    #14 - Start Up

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 8/16/2017

    Fresh from a trip to Silicon Valley, Jim asks Tony for help getting the Government involved in the world of start-ups. Meanwhile, a complaint from an ex-employee sees Nat accused of bullying.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Very Fast Turnover
    8.2/10 75 votes

    #15 - Very Fast Turnover

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/27/2014

    A trip to Canberra leads to Tony being forced to investigate the feasibility of building a very fast train. Amy decides to conduct an office safety audit.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Arts and Minds
    8.2/10 69 votes

    #16 - Arts and Minds

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/10/2014

    The decision to include roadside art on a major highway upgrade leads to controversy. Things go from bad to worse when Tony's visit to a primary school results in the actual launch of Australia's first space program.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Shovel's Ready
    8.2/10 55 votes

    #17 - Shovel's Ready

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 8/26/2015

    After years of meticulous planning nothing can prevent a major tunnelling project getting started. Except Rhonda. Meanwhile Nat makes the fatal mistake of asking HR for help.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Ticks Of Approval
    8.2/10 37 votes

    #18 - Ticks Of Approval

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 9/25/2019

    A routine urban development project proves surprisingly difficult for Tony when multiple Government departments get involved. Nat is forced to assist the Minister with a major challenge - choosing this year's Christmas cards.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Tunnel Vision
    8.2/10 40 votes

    #19 - Tunnel Vision

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 6/28/2023

    Jim ups security measures while trying to sway the outcome of tenders for an international partnership. Nat is infuriated by her new assistant. The office is challenged by a group of school kids on green energy initiatives.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Whole Enchilada
    8.3/10 58 votes

    #20 - The Whole Enchilada

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 10/1/2014

    Tony is forced to evaluate plans for expanding the Ord River Scheme. Nat has issues with a stalled highway upgrade. Unfortunately for them the rest of the office is distracted by plans for a Mexican-themed anniversary party.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Fresh Start
    8.3/10 61 votes

    #21 - A Fresh Start

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 8/19/2015

    It's a new year and Tony is determined to focus on big things. Unfortunately, small things get in the way. Meanwhile, Nat's attempts to assist a local community unleash a multi-billion dollar government initiative.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Clause For Concern
    8.3/10 46 votes

    #22 - Clause For Concern

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 8/9/2017

    The NBA team is asked to help out with the sale of a port; Rhonda decides it is time for a digital upgrade; and Tony is forced to spend a night outdoors in the name of charity.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Lights, Camera, Inaction
    8.3/10 36 votes

    #23 - Lights, Camera, Inaction

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 7/5/2023

    Tony is frozen out by the Minister when he's reluctant to announce an ambitious new project. The NBA comes under scrutiny by UNESCO over the Great Barrier Reef's endangerment status. Scott starts an NBA TikTok account.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Then We Can Build It
    8.4/10 67 votes

    #24 - Then We Can Build It

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 9/17/2014

    Concerned that Tasmania's infrastructure needs have been overlooked, Jim sends Tony and the team south for a series of public forums.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Reporting for Duty
    8.4/10 53 votes

    #25 - Reporting for Duty

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 9/30/2015

    When the business case for a new cross-city tunnel proves hopeless there is only one thing to do - find another business case. Nat is determined to sack an inept worker and Amy completes a barista course.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A