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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!

Best episode
S1E3 Break
6.7772 votes
Worst episode
S1E8 Leap
6.0726 votes
Top season
Season 1
6.5avg
Binge time
5h 52m
8 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Wayward Season 1 Episode 3 - Break
    6.7/10(772 votes)

    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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  2. Wayward Season 1 Episode 5 - Build
    6.7/10(733 votes)

    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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  3. Wayward Season 1 Episode 4 - Mud
    6.7/10(721 votes)

    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 1 - Tall Pines
    6.6/10(1235 votes)

    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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  5. Wayward Season 1 Episode 2 - Burrow
    6.6/10(847 votes)

    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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  6. Wayward Season 1 Episode 7 - Ascend
    6.6/10(655 votes)

    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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  7. Wayward Season 1 Episode 6 - Mirror
    6.5/10(683 votes)

    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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  8. Wayward Season 1 Episode 8 - Leap
    6.0/10(726 votes)

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Break" is the best rated episode of Wayward. It scored 6.7/10 from 772 votes. Directed by Renuka Jeyapalan and written by Evangeline Ordaz, it aired on September 25, 2025.

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