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The Best Episodes of I Love LA

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

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A codependent friend group navigates life and love in Los Angeles. With aspirations of becoming a talent manager, Maia is stalled out as an assistant while living with her boyfriend...until her longtime best friend and

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    I Love LA Season 1 Episode 4 - Upstairses
    7.7/10(681 votes)

    S1:E4

    At a party, Maia and Alani have a once-in-a-lifetime encounter, Tallulah gets roped into making content, and Charlie meets someone new.

    Director:Kevin Bray
    Writer:Max Silvestri

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  2. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 7 - Divas Down
    7.5/10(538 votes)

    S1:E7

    While Tallulah is completely absorbed in her new relationship, Maia turns her attention to scoring a seat for Tallulah at an exclusive fashion dinner. Alani accompanies Charlie home from a surgery.

    Director:Lorene Scafaria
    Writer:Emma Barrie

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  3. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 8 - I Love NY
    7.5/10(533 votes)

    S1:E8

    The girls return to New York for an exclusive fashion event, and Maia tries to enjoy herself while Tallulah contends with some questionable styling decisions. Alani plans a surprise for her parents' anniversary. Back in LA, Charlie checks on Dylan.

    Director:Rachel Sennott
    Writer:Rachel Sennott

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  4. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 5 - They Can't All Be Jeremys
    7.2/10(568 votes)

    S1:E5

    Impressed with Maia's strides at work, Alyssa invites her and Dylan over for dinner. Meanwhile, Charlie finds himself charmed by Lukas and his friend group, and Alani teaches Tallulah to drive.

    Director:Kevin Bray
    Writers:Sidney Butler, Austin S. Harris

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  5. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 6 - Game Night
    7.1/10(547 votes)

    S1:E6

    Maia scores Tallulah a high-profile ad campaign, but Tallulah questions its resulting impact on her brand. Maia joins Dylan’s work friends for a game night, and things get horny. Meanwhile, Charlie runs into an ex at a funeral.

    Director:Lorene Scafaria
    Writers:Max Silvestri, Emma Barrie

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  6. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 3 - Girl's Girl
    7.0/10(647 votes)

    S1:E3

    After a viral rant, Tallulah struggles with online hate, while Maia wrestles with following her managerial instincts.

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writer:Jean Kyoung Frazier

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  7. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 2 - Roger & Munchy
    6.8/10(756 votes)

    S1:E2

    After reconciling, Maia and Tallulah step into their new roles as manager and client while tackling an increasingly erratic situation.

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writer:EJ Marcus

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  8. I Love LA Season 1 Episode 1 - Block Her
    6.6/10(947 votes)

    S1:E1

    On her 27th birthday, Maia deals with the sudden return of her best friend Tallulah.

    Director:Lorene Scafaria
    Writer:Rachel Sennott

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Best Episodes Summary

"Upstairses" is the best rated episode of "I Love LA". It scored 7.7/10 based on 681 votes. Directed by Kevin Bray and written by Max Silvestri, it aired on 11/23/2025. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Divas Down".