The Best Episodes of Your Friends & Neighbors Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.8/10(1927 votes)

   #1 - This Is What Happens

   S1:E14/10/2025

   After losing his high-powered job, Coop attends a neighbor's barbecue, where he faces his ex-wife Mel and makes a surprising choice.

   Director:Craig Gillespie

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper

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   Director:Craig Gillespie

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper
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   7.6/10(1554 votes)

   #2 - Deuce

   S1:E24/10/2025

   After an unsuccessful job interview, Coop pawns a stolen watch.

   Director:Craig Gillespie

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper

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   Director:Craig Gillespie

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper
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   7.5/10(1449 votes)

   #3 - Theoretical Herpes

   S1:E34/17/2025

   Nick throws a party for the neighborhood men, leading to tension between Coop and Paul. The women take a self-defense class.

   Director:Greg Yaitanes

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper

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   Director:Greg Yaitanes

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper
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   7.7/10(1432 votes)

   #4 - Literal Dragons

   S1:E44/24/2025

   An unlikely alliance begins. Nick throws Mel a surprise birthday party, where she connects with Coop.

   Director:Greg Yaitanes

   Writer:Jamie Rosengard

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   Director:Greg Yaitanes

   Writer:Jamie Rosengard
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   7.5/10(1261 votes)

   #5 - This Tourist Has Balls

   S1:E55/1/2025

   Coop and Elena sell a stolen painting. Barney tries to hide his financial struggles from his in-laws. Coop makes a discovery at Sam's home.

   Director:Greg Yaitanes

   Writers:Evan Endicott, Josh Stoddard

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   Director:Greg Yaitanes

   Writers:Evan Endicott, Josh Stoddard
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   7.7/10(1442 votes)

   #6 - The Things You Lost Along the Way

   S1:E65/8/2025

   After being investigated, Coop sets off on a college tour with Mel and their kids while Elena attempts to get ahold of him.

   Director:Stephanie Laing

   Writer:Jennifer Yale

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   Director:Stephanie Laing

   Writer:Jennifer Yale
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   7.8/10(1219 votes)

   #7 - The First Honest Thing

   S1:E75/15/2025

   Detective Lin makes a discovery at the crime scene. Coop plays hardball with Kat. Chivo puts Elena in a tough spot.

   Director:Stephanie Laing

   Writer:Danielle DiPaolo

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   Director:Stephanie Laing

   Writer:Danielle DiPaolo
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   7.8/10(1186 votes)

   #8 - When Did We Become These People?

   S1:E85/22/2025

   Coop tries getting back what he's lost. Mel and Sam clash. Coop, Nick, and Barney have a boys' night.

   Director:Stephanie Laing

   Writer:Bryan Parker

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   Director:Stephanie Laing

   Writer:Bryan Parker
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   8.1/10(1603 votes)

   #9 - Everything Becomes Symbol and Irony

   S1:E95/29/2025

   Coop fights for his freedom.

   Director:Jonathan Tropper

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper

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   Director:Jonathan Tropper

   Writer:Jonathan Tropper