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Back to the Frontier S1E4 — A Harrowing Tale
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Back to the Frontier•Season 1•Episode 4

A Harrowing Tale

8.4/10 · 28 votesJul 31, 202544 min

Ranked #2 of 8 in Season 1•+0.4 vs season avg

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As the families struggle with the frontier's gender roles, the Lopers and Hanna-Riggs learn what 1880's life would have been like for their families.

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Episode Summary

"A Harrowing Tale" is episode 4 of Back to the Frontier season 1. It scored 8.4/10 from 28 votes, ranking #2 of 8 episodes this season (season average 8.0). It aired on July 31, 2025.

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