The Best Episodes of Big Love Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.4/10(431 votes)

   #1 - Big Love

   S1:E13/12/2006

   As Bill prepares for the opening of a new addition to his hardware store chain, he receives bad news about his father's health, and also deals with trying to balance the needs of his three wives.

   Director:Rodrigo García

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Rodrigo García

   Writer:Unknown
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   7.6/10(331 votes)

   #2 - Viagra Blue

   S1:E23/19/2006

   While Bill seeks protection against the religious compound led by Roman Grant, things heat up between the sister-wives over Margene's overtly sexual behavior. Roman "The Prophet" asks Bill's father to act as a go-between to deliver a message to his son, and the Hendricksons get together for a family dinner with Bill's business partner and his three wives. Meanwhile, Margene pressures Bill about buying her a car and Ben goes out on a date with a girl that seems too mature for him.

   Director:Charles McDougall

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Charles McDougall

   Writer:Unknown
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   7.6/10(296 votes)

   #3 - Home Invasion

   S1:E33/26/2006

   Bill gets a new home security system, Nicki throws a birthday party, new neighbours move in, and Margene meets her mother-in-law. Meanwhile, there's a break-in in Bill's hardware store.

   Director:Charles McDougall

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Charles McDougall

   Writer:Unknown
4. 

   7.6/10(287 votes)

   #4 - Eclipse

   S1:E44/2/2006

   Bill goes on a hunting trip with his son Ben, Barb tries to get accredited as a full-time teacher, and shopaholic Nicki realizes she can't pay her credit card bills. Meanwhile, Sarah goes to a house party but ends up needing her friend Heather's help.

   Director:Michael Spiller

   Writer:David Manson

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   Director:Michael Spiller

   Writer:David Manson
5. 

   7.9/10(289 votes)

   #5 - Affair

   S1:E54/9/2006

   Nicki suspects that Bill is having an affair and is considering bringing a fourth wife to the family. Margene, feeling alone in the big house, befriends the new neighbor, Pam Martin. Bill goes after Roman and tries to expose him, but polygamy accusations also fly in the Home Plus. Meanwhile, Ben is trying to cope with his arousing sexuality and being a teenager.

   Director:Alan Taylor

   Writer:Alexa Junge

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   Director:Alan Taylor

   Writer:Alexa Junge
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   7.6/10(283 votes)

   #6 - Roberta's Funeral

   S1:E64/16/2006

   Bill attends the funeral of Frank's first wife Roberta at Juniper Creek, and strikes a deal with Roman. With Roberta out of the picture, Bill's mother Lois attempts to rise up on the social ladder at the compound, and Barb and Nicki find themselves in a hairy situation at Henrickson Home Plus.

   Director:Mary Harron

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mary Harron

   Writer:Unknown
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   7.7/10(274 votes)

   #7 - Eviction

   S1:E74/23/2006

   Bill considers running an expensive advertising campaign, Barb finds out about Nicki's secret, and Margie goes to church with Pam, their neighbor. Meanwhile, Sarah brings home a surprise guest, and Ben goes on a trip with his friends.

   Director:Michael Spiller

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Michael Spiller

   Writer:Unknown
8. 

   7.6/10(274 votes)

   #8 - Easter

   S1:E84/30/2006

   Bill and Roman's disagreements result in lawsuits from both sides as well as unwanted houseguests from the compound. Sarah learns about her family's history from her grandmother and Joey confides in Barb.

   Director:Steve Shill

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Steve Shill

   Writer:Unknown
9. 

   7.7/10(270 votes)

   #9 - A Barbecue for Betty

   S1:E95/7/2006

   Bill wants to throw a party to celebrate Don's plans of getting a fourth wife but Nicki's massive credit card debt weighs heavily on his mind. Pam's friend attempts to make his moves on Margie, but she is preoccupied with wanting to know more of how she became a part of the Henrickson family.

   Director:Julian Farino

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Julian Farino

   Writer:Unknown
10. 

    7.8/10(271 votes)

    #10 - The Baptism

    S1:E105/14/2006

    The Henrickson's prepare Teenie's baptism with friction and surprises from Barb's judgmental sister. Bill decides to take preemptive action against Roman with his brother. Margene continues to butt heads with Nicki, and her misfortunes pile up. Ben wants to show his affection to Brynn but is surprised when she demands something more.

    Director:Michael Lehmann

    Writer:Dustin Lance Black

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    Director:Michael Lehmann

    Writer:Dustin Lance Black
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    7.7/10(272 votes)

    #11 - Where There's a Will

    S1:E115/21/2006

    Both Bill and Barb get social recognition as Barb is selected as a finalist for a "Mother of the Year" award and Bill is asked to become a member of the Salt Lake City Leadership League. Meanwhile, the sister-wives draw up their wills, and Rhonda gets to know what life outside the compound is like for teenage girls when she hangs out with Sarah and Heather.

    Director:Alan Poul

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Alan Poul

    Writer:Unknown
12. 

    8.2/10(281 votes)

    #12 - The Ceremony

    S1:E126/4/2006

    To Roman's surprise, Bill and Joey attend the UEB priesthood council meeting. Alby's visit to Wanda brings out her old habits, which could potentially land Bill in a big trouble. Rhonda uses the acting competition as an excuse to leave the compound but she discovers that her family isn't willing to let her go. Finally, Barb attends the Mother of the Year awards ceremony but not all goes as expected.

    Director:Julian Farino

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Julian Farino

    Writer:Unknown