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The Best Episodes of Descendants of the Sun

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

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After a chance meeting in a hospital, an ardent soldier falls for a gifted surgeon. Opposing philosophies tear them apart, but fate has other plans.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 12 - As of This Moment, Everyone Will Return to Team Alpha
    8.8/10(247 votes)

    #1 - As of This Moment, Everyone Will Return to Team Alpha

    S1:E12

    Dae-young has a bad feeling about Si-jin's solo mission into Agus's hideout. Mo-yeon wonders if she's capable of dealing with Si-jin's secrecy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 15 - I Will Stay Alive
    8.7/10(256 votes)

    #2 - I Will Stay Alive

    S1:E15

    Si-jin and Mo-yeon spend some much deserved time together. Dae-young and Myung-ju continue to have communication problems. Devastating news arrives.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 6 - I Shouldn't Have Received His Apology
    8.6/10(237 votes)

    #3 - I Shouldn't Have Received His Apology

    S1:E6

    After a powerful earthquake strikes Urk, the country descends into chaos. It's up to the medical team and soldiers to search for survivors.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 7 - I Missed You
    8.6/10(234 votes)

    #4 - I Missed You

    S1:E7

    In the earthquake's aftermath, heartbreaking decisions must be made by Si-jin and Mo-yeon, who both strive to save as many people as possible.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 9 - That Wasn't Me
    8.6/10(227 votes)

    #5 - That Wasn't Me

    S1:E9

    Mo-yeon is embarrassed after her unintentional confession, but Si-jin isn't about to let her off the hook. Meanwhile, a visitor makes everyone nervous.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 11 - Who on Earth Stole It?
    8.5/10(220 votes)

    #6 - Who on Earth Stole It?

    S1:E11

    While Dae-young and Myung-ju remain quarantined, the rest of the team fights the epidemic. Meanwhile, the supply truck with the cure disappears.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 14 - The Movie We Missed
    8.5/10(213 votes)

    #7 - The Movie We Missed

    S1:E14

    After a patient is rushed to the hospital, Mo-yeon is shocked to see who is in need of care. Meanwhile, a microchip reveals unexpected information.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 16 - This Is Unbelievable
    8.5/10(231 votes)

    #8 - This Is Unbelievable

    S1:E16

    Mo-yeon and Myung-ju learn that not everything is what it seems. Meanwhile, a promotion is cause for celebration, and a trip reignites old passions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 8 - Comfort the Deceased With a Silent Prayer
    8.4/10(227 votes)

    #9 - Comfort the Deceased With a Silent Prayer

    S1:E8

    When an aftershock strikes, Mo-yeon sees firsthand just how dangerous Si-jin's job can be. Later, an old phone message is accidentally broadcast.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 10 - You Got A Parcel From Shin Ji Young
    8.4/10(222 votes)

    #10 - You Got A Parcel From Shin Ji Young

    S1:E10

    Dae-young is rattled after seeing an old nemesis, Mo-yeon shares a dark dinner with Si-jin, and an unusual package arrives from home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 13 - You're Not My Director Any More
    8.4/10(207 votes)

    #11 - You're Not My Director Any More

    S1:E13

    The medical team returns to their regular lives, but something's off. Meanwhile, Mo-yeon makes a bold career move, and Dae-young faces a tough choice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 4 - I Will Find a Way to Drink
    8.2/10(261 votes)

    #12 - I Will Find a Way to Drink

    S1:E4

    Tempers flare over a dying man when Mo-yeon insists she can save the patient's life. Meanwhile, Dae-young and Myung-ju reunite at the airport.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 2 - We Bump Into Each Other While Passing By
    8.1/10(283 votes)

    #13 - We Bump Into Each Other While Passing By

    S1:E2

    Si-jin and Dae-young engage in a perilous operation in Afghanistan, while Mo-yeon assists in surgery. Later, Si-jin and Mo-yeon take in a movie.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 3 - How Have You Been?
    8.1/10(272 votes)

    #14 - How Have You Been?

    S1:E3

    Si-jin and Alpha Team join Mo-yeon and the doctors in Urk. Meanwhile, Myung-ju doesn't like how her father, Lt. Gen. Yoon, treats Dae-young.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 5 - What Should I Do About the Kiss
    8.1/10(253 votes)

    #15 - What Should I Do About the Kiss

    S1:E5

    After sharing a moment, Mo-yeon isn't sure what to think about her relationship with Si-jin. Later, Si-jin receives a panicked phone call.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Descendants of the Sun Season 1 Episode 1 - Will You Be My Doctor?
    8.0/10(377 votes)

    #16 - Will You Be My Doctor?

    S1:E1

    While on vacation after a sensitive military operation, soldier Si-jin senses a connection with Mo-yeon, a beautiful and strong-willed surgeon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"As of This Moment, Everyone Will Return to Team Alpha" is the best rated episode of "Descendants of the Sun". It scored 8.8/10 based on 247 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/31/2016. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "I Will Stay Alive".