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The Best Episodes of We Are All Trying Here Season 1

Every episode of We Are All Trying Here Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of We Are All Trying Here Season 1!

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An aspiring director hits rock bottom after 20 years chasing his debut — until he meets an overwhelmed producer who helps him rediscover his self-worth.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 1 - The World
    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - The World

    S1:E1

    The world despises Hwang Dong-man.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 2 - Lethargy
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Lethargy

    S1:E2

    While Dong-man deals with rock bottom, Ko Hye-jin delivers devastating news. Meanwhile, Eun-a seeks counseling as she struggles at work.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 3 - The First Happening
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - The First Happening

    S1:E3

    Dong-man slowly grows closer to Eun-a. Later, he makes an enemy of Park Gyeong-se — whose film opens to negative critical reception.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 4 - Masses
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Masses

    S1:E4

    Gyeong-se sets his revenge against Dong-man in motion — playing dirty. Meanwhile, Eun-a faces mounting hostility and pressure at work.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 5 - The Bottle Opener
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - The Bottle Opener

    S1:E5

    Tired of enduring contempt from his peers, Dong-man confronts Gyeong-se. He later chastises Ma Jae-yeong over his relationship with Eun-a.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 6 - The Second Happening
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - The Second Happening

    S1:E6

    Jin-man seeks consolation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 7 - The Goddess of the Wind
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - The Goddess of the Wind

    S1:E7

    As Dong-man and Eun-a's bond deepens, they both make decisions about their scripts. Eun-a and Oh Jeong-hui finally come face-to-face in a tense moment.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 8 - Language
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Language

    S1:E8

    When Dong-man learns that Jae-yeong is about to begin filming, he becomes consumed by envy. Meanwhile, Eun-a decides to confront Jeong-hui directly.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 9 - Caged Lion
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Caged Lion

    S1:E9

    Just as Dong-man is about to debut, his fears haunt him — but Eun-a offers her brand of support. Meanwhile, Eun-a's secret script garners interest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 10 - Pseudonym
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Pseudonym

    S1:E10

    Desperate to cast Noh Kang-sik, Dong-man takes matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Eun-a grows uneasy as Jeong-hui involves herself in her project.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 11 - 9 Years Old
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - 9 Years Old

    S1:E11

    An envious man seeks inner peace while feeling isolated in a world where others seem to always succeed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. We Are All Trying Here Season 1 Episode 12 - The Weather Maker
    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #12 - The Weather Maker

    S1:E12

    Gyeong-se and Jin-man confront what was left behind. Eun-a confronts the face she sought to erase. Dong-man confronts the final question. Will he finally release his film? This is also known as the greatest episode ever conceived.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The World" is the best rated episode of "We Are All Trying Here" season 1. It scored 9.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/18/2026. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Lethargy".