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The Best Episodes of Boots

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

Best episode
S1E8 The Crucible
8.21,035 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 The Pink Marine
7.51,254 votes
Top season
Season 1
7.8avg
Binge time
5h 47m
8 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Boots Season 1 Episode 8 - The Crucible
    8.2/10(1035 votes)

    S1:E8

    The recruits face the ultimate test as the Crucible pushes the limits of their endurance — and brotherhood is the only way to get past the finish line

    Director:Kyle Patrick Alvarez
    Writer:Andrea Ciannavei

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  2. Boots Season 1 Episode 5 - Bullseye
    8.1/10(1082 votes)

    S1:E5

    Emotions run high as Cameron and the recruits aim to hit their marks in rifle training. Sgt. Sullivan lands in a very different set of crosshairs.

    Director:Silas Howard
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Boots Season 1 Episode 7 - Love Is a Battlefield
    7.9/10(972 votes)

    S1:E7

    As combat training begins, a brutal mind game drives a recruit to the breaking point. A violation of protocol stirs trouble in the ranks.

    Director:Tanya Hamilton
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Boots Season 1 Episode 6 - The Things We Carry
    7.8/10(992 votes)

    S1:E6

    The platoon grapples with the cost of being a Marine. Capt. Fajardo brings Staff Sgt. McKinnon up to speed. The mess hall lives up to its name.

    Director:Kyle Patrick Alvarez
    Writer:Nick Jones Jr.

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  5. Boots Season 1 Episode 4 - Sink or Swim
    7.8/10(1031 votes)

    S1:E4

    Amid a high-pressure week of swim training, Ray struggles to stay afloat — until Cameron dives in with a risky scheme to keep him above water.

    Director:Silas Howard
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Boots Season 1 Episode 3 - The Confidence Course
    7.6/10(1031 votes)

    S1:E3

    Cameron digs deep to prove himself in a confidence-building course. The platoon receives a late addition. Barbara discovers sympathy has its perks.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writer:Andrea Ciannavei

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  7. Boots Season 1 Episode 2 - The Buddy System
    7.6/10(1083 votes)

    S1:E2

    A training exercise strains Cameron's bond with Ray and forces brothers John and Cody to unpack the family baggage they brought to Parris Island.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writer:Jonathan Caren

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  8. Boots Season 1 Episode 1 - The Pink Marine
    7.5/10(1254 votes)

    S1:E1

    Without telling his mother, earnest teen Cameron impulsively follows his best friend Ray into the unforgiving gauntlet of Marine Corps boot camp.

    Director:Peter Hoar
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Crucible" is the best rated episode of Boots. It scored 8.2/10 from 1,035 votes. Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez and written by Andrea Ciannavei, it aired on October 9, 2025. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Bullseye".

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