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The Best Episodes of Black Mirror Season 1

Every episode of Black Mirror Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Black Mirror Season 1!

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Twisted tales run wild in this mind-bending anthology series that reveals humanity's worst traits, greatest innovations and more.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Black Mirror Season 1 Episode 3 - The Entire History of You
    8.5/10(77022 votes)

    S1:E3

    In the near future, everyone has access to a memory implant that records everything humans do, see and hear.

    Director:Brian Welsh
    Writer:Jesse Armstrong

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  2. Black Mirror Season 1 Episode 2 - Fifteen Million Merits
    8.0/10(74222 votes)

    S1:E2

    After failing to impress the judges on a singing competition show, a woman must either perform degrading acts or return to a slave-like existence.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writers:Konnie Huq, Charlie Brooker

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  3. Black Mirror Season 1 Episode 1 - The National Anthem
    7.6/10(74486 votes)

    S1:E1

    Prime Minister Michael Callow faces a shocking dilemma when Princess Susannah, a much-loved member of the Royal Family, is kidnapped.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Charlie Brooker

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Entire History of You" is the best rated episode of "Black Mirror" season 1. It scored 8.5/10 based on 77022 votes. Directed by Brian Welsh and written by Jesse Armstrong, it aired on 12/18/2011. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Fifteen Million Merits".