- 8.0/1010,806 votes
#1 - It's Summer and We're Running Out of Ice
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/20/2019
In an alternate America where police conceal their identities behind masks to protect themselves from a terrorist organization, Detective Angela Abar investigates the attempted murder of a fellow officer under the guidance of her friend and Chief, Judd Crawford. Meanwhile, the Lord of a Country Estate receives an anniversary gift from his loyal servants.
Director: Nicole Kassell
Writer: Damon Lindelof
- 7.9/108,417 votes
#2 - Martial Feats of Comanche Horsemanship
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/27/2019
As Angela relives haunting memories of an attack on her family, she detains a mysterious man who claims responsibility for Tulsa’s most recent murder. Elsewhere, an original play is performed for an audience of one.
Director: Nicole Kassell
Writer: Nick Cuse, Damon Lindelof
- 8.4/108,040 votes
#3 - She Was Killed by Space Junk
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/3/2019
Following a late-night visit from the senator who authored Masked Policing Legislation in Oklahoma, FBI agent Laurie Blake heads to Tulsa to take over the recent murder investigation. The Lord of The Manor receives a harshly worded letter and responds accordingly.
Director: Stephen Williams
Writer: Lila Byock, Damon Lindelof
- 8.0/107,113 votes
#4 - If You Don't Like My Story, Write Your Own
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/10/2019
Reclusive trillionaire Lady Trieu finally enters the stage with a mysterious offer. With Blake getting closer to the truth of her coverup, Angela enlists Looking Glass for help. Meanwhile, The Lord trains two new servants.
Director: Andrij Parekh
Writer: Christal Henry, Damon Lindelof
- 8.9/108,249 votes
#5 - Little Fear of Lightning
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/17/2019
The origin story of Looking Glass is at last revealed, as is the truth behind the greatest hoax in American history. Far away, The Smartest Man In The World plots a daring escape.
Director: Steph Green
Writer: Carly Wray, Damon Lindelof
- 9.2/109,836 votes
#6 - This Extraordinary Being
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/24/2019
Deep under the influence of Nostalgia, Angela gets a firsthand account of her grandfather’s journey.
Director: Stephen Williams
Writer: Cord Jefferson, Damon Lindelof
- 8.8/107,639 votes
#7 - An Almost Religious Awe
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 12/1/2019
Under Lady Trieu's care, Angela undergoes an unconventional treatment while Agent Blake chases down a lead. Elsewhere, The Smartest Man in The World delivers a stunning defense of his past actions.
Director: David Semel
Writer: Stacy Osei-Kuffour, Claire Kiechel
- 9.4/1010,248 votes
#8 - A God Walks into Abar
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/8/2019
Angela's mysterious past in Vietnam is at last revealed.
Director: Nicole Kassell
Writer: Jeff Jensen, Damon Lindelof
- 8.7/107,129 votes
#9 - See How They Fly
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/15/2019
Everything ends. For real this time.
Director: Fred Toye
Writer: Nick Cuse, Damon Lindelof
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"It's Summer and We're Running Out of Ice" is the best rated episode of "Watchmen" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 10806 votes. Directed by Nicole Kassell and written by Damon Lindelof, it aired on 10/20/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Martial Feats of Comanche Horsemanship".