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The Best Episodes of Wayward

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

Binge this in 5h 52m•Peaking at 7.6/10

A small-town cop suspects that the local school for troubled teens — and its dangerously charismatic founder — may not be all it seems.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Wayward Season 1 Episode 1 - Tall Pines
    7.6/10(13 votes)

    #1 - Tall Pines

    S1:E1

    After a student escapes, newly arrived local cop Alex Dempsey grows suspicious of the goings-on at Tall Pines Academy, a school for troubled teens.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Mae Martin

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  2. Wayward Season 1 Episode 2 - Burrow
    7.2/10(11 votes)

    #2 - Burrow

    S1:E2

    As a terrified Abbie takes stock of her new surroundings, Leila attempts a daring rescue. Alex discovers there's no privacy in a small town.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Ryan Scott

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  3. Wayward Season 1 Episode 4 - Mud
    6.9/10(9 votes)

    #3 - Mud

    S1:E4

    Laura grows weary of Alex's suspicions. Leila endures a punishment. Rory and Abbie team up to find crucial evidence that could help them escape.

    Director:Renuka Jeyapalan
    Writer:Mohamad El Masri

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  4. Wayward Season 1 Episode 5 - Build
    6.3/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Build

    S1:E5

    Alex connects with a blogger who's convinced the school is hiding something. Leila divulges a secret that spirals out of control.

    Director:John Fawcett
    Writer:Kim Steele

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  5. Wayward Season 1 Episode 6 - Mirror
    5.9/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Mirror

    S1:E6

    A wilderness excursion grows vicious as the students vie for a chance at freedom. Evelyn forces Leila to revisit the night of her sister's death.

    Director:John Fawcett
    Writer:Kayla Lorette

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  6. Wayward Season 1 Episode 3 - Break
    5.8/10(9 votes)

    #6 - Break

    S1:E3

    Abbie and Leila get a taste of Tall Pines' unconventional approach to rehabilitation. Alex gains new insight into the school's history — and Laura's.

    Director:Renuka Jeyapalan
    Writer:Evangeline Ordaz

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  7. Wayward Season 1 Episode 8 - Leap
    5.7/10(9 votes)

    #7 - Leap

    S1:E8

    Evelyn desperately tries to regain control. Abbie, Leila and Rory set their escape plan in motion. Alex discovers his purpose.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writers:Mae Martin, Misha Osherovich

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  8. Wayward Season 1 Episode 7 - Ascend
    5.5/10(8 votes)

    #8 - Ascend

    S1:E7

    As Evelyn exploits the growing rift between Leila and Abbie, Laura finds an opening to drive a wedge of her own. Alex sees the true face of Tall Pines.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writers:Ryan Scott, Alex Eldridge

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Best Episodes Summary

"Tall Pines" is the best rated episode of "Wayward". It scored 7.6/10 based on 13 votes. Directed by Euros Lyn and written by Mae Martin, it aired on 9/25/2025. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Burrow".