13 Reasons Why backdrop
Drama•Mystery

The Best Episodes of 13 Reasons Why

Every episode of 13 Reasons Why ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of 13 Reasons Why!

Binge this in 1d 23h•Peaking at 8.5/10

High school student Clay Jensen lands in the center of a series of heartbreaking mysteries set in motion by a friend's tragic suicide.

Airs on
Netflix
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons4

All1234

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Click to reveal
    13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 13 - Tape 7, Side A
    8.5/10(9481 votes)

    #1 - Tape 7, Side A

    S1:E13

    Hannah seeks help from Mr. Porter, the school counselor. Clay plays the new tape for Tony and weighs what to do next.

    Director:Kyle Patrick Alvarez
    Writer:Brian Yorkey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 12 - Tape 6, Side B
    8.4/10(7195 votes)

    #2 - Tape 6, Side B

    S1:E12

    Hannah winds up at a party after an argument with her parents. The students are served with subpoenas, and Justin wrestles with conflicting loyalties.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writer:Elizabeth Benjamin

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 11 - Tape 6, Side A
    8.3/10(8265 votes)

    #3 - Tape 6, Side A

    S1:E11

    Clay and Hannah grow closer. While Clay spends a heartbreaking night listening to his tape with Tony, tensions boil over at Bryce's house.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writer:Diana Son

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 10 - Tape 5, Side B
    8.1/10(6287 votes)

    #4 - Tape 5, Side B

    S1:E10

    A distraught Hannah gets a ride home from the party. Jessica's behavior grows increasingly erratic, and Clay learns the truth behind a tragedy.

    Director:Carl Franklin
    Writer:Nathan Jackson

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 11 - Bryce and Chloe
    8.0/10(3657 votes)

    #5 - Bryce and Chloe

    S2:E11

    Chaos erupts at school in the aftermath of Bryce's testimony. Jessica tells Chloe about the clubhouse. Alex's memories come rushing back.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writers:Thomas Higgins, Marissa Jo Cerar

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 9 - Tape 5, Side A
    7.8/10(6287 votes)

    #6 - Tape 5, Side A

    S1:E9

    Hannah witnesses a traumatic event at a summertime party. Clay tries to reason with Justin, and Marcus warns him that the worst is yet to come.

    Director:Carl Franklin
    Writer:Hayley Tyler

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 WORST Episodes of 13 Reasons Why

    READ
  7. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 7 - Tape 4, Side A
    7.7/10(6333 votes)

    #7 - Tape 4, Side A

    S1:E7

    Another student sabotages Hannah during a class project. Clay's nightmares about Hannah spill over into the daytime.

    Director:Gregg Araki
    Writer:Elizabeth Benjamin

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 2 - Tape 1, Side B
    7.6/10(7181 votes)

    #8 - Tape 1, Side B

    S1:E2

    Hannah makes friends with Jessica and Alex, two other new students. Justin doesn't show up at school, and Hannah's mother finds something troubling.

    Director:Tom McCarthy
    Writer:Brian Yorkey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 6 - The Smile at the End of the Dock
    7.6/10(3729 votes)

    #9 - The Smile at the End of the Dock

    S2:E6

    Clay tries to figure out where the Polaroids were taken. Justin shows up at school. Zach's revelation about Hannah takes everyone by surprise.

    Director:Eliza Hittman
    Writer:Julia Bicknell

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 9 - The Missing Page
    7.6/10(3439 votes)

    #10 - The Missing Page

    S2:E9

    Tyler goes out with Cyrus's sister. Chloe confronts Bryce about the tapes. Jess wonders if she's ready to date again. Mr. Porter wrestles with regret.

    Director:Kat Candler
    Writer:Rohit Kumar

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 12 - The Box of Polaroids
    7.6/10(3505 votes)

    #11 - The Box of Polaroids

    S2:E12

    Threats against Clay and the others escalate. Tyler faces disciplinary action. Justin testifies about Bryce, putting his own future at risk.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writers:Brian Yorkey, Hayley Tyler

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 1 - Tape 1, Side A
    7.4/10(8598 votes)

    #12 - Tape 1, Side A

    S1:E1

    As the school mourns the death of Hannah Baker, her friend Clay receives a box of tapes with messages she recorded before she died by suicide.

    Director:Tom McCarthy
    Writer:Brian Yorkey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 3 - Tape 2, Side A
    7.4/10(6761 votes)

    #13 - Tape 2, Side A

    S1:E3

    Jealousy and gossip take a toll on Hannah's relationships. As Alex struggles with feelings of regret, the guys pressure Clay into getting drunk.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:Brian Yorkey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  14. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 5 - Tape 3, Side A
    7.4/10(6444 votes)

    #14 - Tape 3, Side A

    S1:E5

    Hannah and Clay connect at the school dance, but a crass rumor ruins the mood. Clay takes Courtney to visit Hannah's grave.

    Director:Kyle Patrick Alvarez
    Writer:Julia Bicknell

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  15. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 8 - Tape 4, Side B
    7.4/10(6128 votes)

    #15 - Tape 4, Side B

    S1:E8

    Inspired by a friend's poetry reading, Hannah pours her heart out. Tony confides in Clay about the night of Hannah's death.

    Director:Gregg Araki
    Writer:Kirk A. Moore

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  16. 13 Reasons Why Season 3 Episode 4 - Angry, Young and Man
    7.4/10(2419 votes)

    #16 - Angry, Young and Man

    S3:E4

    After Tyler admits he still has a gun, the group keeps tabs on him at school. But their worry deepens when they learn he had a motive to kill Bryce.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writer:Thomas Higgins

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  17. 13 Reasons Why Season 3 Episode 8 - In High School, Even on a Good Day, It's Hard to Tell Who's on Your Side
    7.4/10(2403 votes)

    #17 - In High School, Even on a Good Day, It's Hard to Tell Who's on Your Side

    S3:E8

    Mr. Porter interviews students about Clay, who pleads his innocence to Mrs. Walker. Learning Porter counseled Bryce, Clay and Ani question his motives.

    Director:Kevin Dowling
    Writer:Felischa Marye

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  18. 13 Reasons Why Season 3 Episode 12 - And Then the Hurricane Hit
    7.4/10(2437 votes)

    #18 - And Then the Hurricane Hit

    S3:E12

    The pressure of Clay's arrest leads his friends to make risky decisions, and the full story of the brawl that erupted at homecoming emerges.

    Director:Kevin Dowling
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  19. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 4 - Tape 2, Side B
    7.3/10(6518 votes)

    #19 - Tape 2, Side B

    S1:E4

    Hannah thinks someone is stalking her and sets a trap. Hannah's mother confronts the principal, and Clay strikes back at someone who wronged Hannah.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:Thomas Higgins

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  20. 13 Reasons Why Season 1 Episode 6 - Tape 3, Side B
    7.3/10(6216 votes)

    #20 - Tape 3, Side B

    S1:E6

    Hannah's date on Valentine's Day doesn't go as planned. Alex gets in a big fight at school and has to face the honor board.

    Director:Kyle Patrick Alvarez
    Writer:Nic Sheff

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  21. 13 Reasons Why Season 3 Episode 10 - The World Closing In
    7.3/10(2240 votes)

    #21 - The World Closing In

    S3:E10

    Hannah's mother returns to town. Urging Clay to protect himself, she reveals that there was more to Tony and Bryce's relationship than Clay knew.

    Director:Aurora Guerrero
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  22. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 7 - The Third Polaroid
    7.2/10(3345 votes)

    #22 - The Third Polaroid

    S2:E7

    Alex blows up at Bryce. Someone blackmails Marcus. Clay testifies about a night he and Hannah spent together. Jessica experiences a flashback.

    Director:Michael Morris
    Writer:Brian Yorkey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  23. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 10 - Smile, Bitches
    7.2/10(3294 votes)

    #23 - Smile, Bitches

    S2:E10

    Tony opens up about his past. Sheri devises a plan to get into the clubhouse. Mr. Porter tries to help Justin. Zach and Bryce butt heads.

    Director:Kat Candler
    Writer:Kirk A. Moore

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  24. 13 Reasons Why Season 3 Episode 2 - If You're Breathing, You're a Liar
    7.2/10(2650 votes)

    #24 - If You're Breathing, You're a Liar

    S3:E2

    After learning about Chloe's pregnancy, Clay and Ani pay her a visit. Chloe recalls how she leaned on Zach for support -- and that Bryce never knew.

    Director:Michael Morris
    Writer:Allen MacDonald

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  25. 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Episode 4 - The Second Polaroid
    7.1/10(3472 votes)

    #25 - The Second Polaroid

    S2:E4

    Clay hides a secret from his parents. Concerned about his reputation, Marcus lies in court. Jessica and Alex skip school together.

    Director:Karen Moncrieff
    Writer:Hayley Tyler

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Best Episodes Summary

"Tape 7, Side A" is the best rated episode of "13 Reasons Why". It scored 8.5/10 based on 9481 votes. Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez and written by Brian Yorkey, it aired on 3/31/2017. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Tape 6, Side B".