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The Best Episodes of A Man on the Inside

Every episode of A Man on the Inside ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of A Man on the Inside!

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A retired professor with a knack for snooping gets a new lease on life when a private investigator recruits him to go undercover and crack a case.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 8 - The Spy Who Came In from the Cold
    8.4/10(1817 votes)

    S1:E8

    When the pieces click into place, Charles faces the difficult task of revealing his true purpose at Pacific View. Emily helps him unpack the past.

    Director:Michael Schur
    Writer:Daniel Schofield

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  2. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 7 - From Russian Hill with Love
    8.1/10(1349 votes)

    S1:E7

    On a tour of San Francisco's historic sites, Charles and Calbert bond while talking about the past, present and future. Didi and Julie lock horns.

    Director:Morgan Sackett
    Writer:Lisa Muse Bryant

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  3. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 6 - Our Man in Sacramento
    7.9/10(1411 votes)

    S1:E6

    As the Pacific View community reels from a sudden loss, Charles goes on an emotional journey with Emily. Didi weighs an intriguing offer from corporate.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Karen Chee

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  4. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 7 - Group Project
    7.8/10(713 votes)

    S2:E7

    Charles turns a class reunion into a high-stakes heist, complete with code names, sleight-of-hand and a crew of operatives with more heart than skill.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 5 - Thanksgiving Break
    7.7/10(888 votes)

    S2:E5

    The Nieuwendyks' Thanksgiving dinner comes with a side of commotion as an overstuffed table and a pie-related crisis test everyone's holiday spirit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 4 - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Painting Class
    7.6/10(1389 votes)

    S1:E4

    Pacific View's group activities give Charles the perfect opportunity to narrow down his list of suspects, but his chumminess raises concerns for Julie.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writer:Bridget Stinson

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  7. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 5 - Presents and Clear Danger
    7.6/10(1366 votes)

    S1:E5

    While Julie uses a lavish gift as bait, Charles tries to connect with Gladys. Virginia encourages Florence to splurge on something she's always wanted.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writers:Janet Leahy, Alex Farber

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  8. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 8 - Final Exams
    7.6/10(796 votes)

    S2:E8

    As the final puzzle pieces of the Wheeler case fall into place, new doors open for everyone — detectives and suspects alike.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 3 - The Emily Always Rings Twice
    7.5/10(1460 votes)

    S1:E3

    Charles has some explaining to do when Emily unexpectedly arrives in town — and another missing item lands him in Elliott's cranky crosshairs.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writers:Hayley Frazier, Emalee Burditt

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  10. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 1 - Tinker Tailor Older Spy
    7.3/10(1822 votes)

    S1:E1

    Encouraged by his daughter to try something new, widower Charles Nieuwendyk answers an ad from a private eye seeking a mole at a retirement community.

    Director:Michael Schur
    Writer:Michael Schur

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  11. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 2 - The Man Who Knew Too Much About Bridges
    7.3/10(1579 votes)

    S1:E2

    Charles charms his fellow residents at happy hour while finding his footing as a sleuth. But will a mysterious warning end the case before it even begins?

    Director:Morgan Sackett
    Writer:Sylvia Batey Alcalá

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  12. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 1 - Orientation
    7.3/10(979 votes)

    S2:E1

    When a college president's secrets fall into the wrong hands, Charles poses as a visiting lecturer on campus to sniff out an anonymous blackmailer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 6 - Extracurriculars
    7.3/10(704 votes)

    S2:E6

    Out of leads, Charles and Julie wonder if they've been searching in the wrong direction all along. Work takes a backseat when Mona and Emily play hooky.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 2 - Major Declaration
    7.2/10(823 votes)

    S2:E2

    While Julie enlists an unlikely expert to dig into new evidence, Charles finds himself on thin ice when his professional and personal lives intersect.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 4 - Spirit Week
    7.2/10(761 votes)

    S2:E4

    The blackmailer's pressure escalates, a new suspect emerges and a cherished school tradition forces Charles to navigate a glittering gauntlet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. A Man on the Inside Season 2 Episode 3 - Family Weekend
    7.1/10(755 votes)

    S2:E3

    A briefing with Brad turns into a chaotic brainstorming session. Emily gets called in as backup when her dad has lingering doubts about Mona.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Spy Who Came In from the Cold" is the best rated episode of "A Man on the Inside". It scored 8.4/10 based on 1817 votes. Directed by Michael Schur and written by Daniel Schofield, it aired on 11/21/2024. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "From Russian Hill with Love".