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The Best Episodes of Idol I

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

Best episode
S1E10 The One I Like
9.174 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 An Unexpected Variation
8.1165 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.6avg
Binge time
12h 15m
12 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Idol I Season 1 Episode 10 - The One I Like
    9.1/10(74 votes)

    S1:E10

    As Ra-ik finally confesses his feelings, Se-na's awkwardness leads to tender moments — but new and confusing information sparks chaos between the two.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Idol I Season 1 Episode 6 - A Blatant Lie
    9.0/10(98 votes)

    S1:E6

    Se-na makes a breakthrough, finding motives tied to the music industry. Ra-ik makes an unsettling discovery about Se-na.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Idol I Season 1 Episode 5 - Beneath the Tickling Tree
    8.8/10(102 votes)

    S1:E5

    Unexpected feelings begin to grow as Ra-ik tends to Se-na after her injury. Meanwhile, Se-na learns crucial information about the accident.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Idol I Season 1 Episode 9 - GO BACK
    8.8/10(67 votes)

    S1:E9

    In a rare moment of vulnerability, Ra-ik drops his facade and confides in Se-na as their connection grows more intense.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Idol I Season 1 Episode 11 - The Truth Moving Forward
    8.8/10(57 votes)

    S1:E11

    A miraculous development pulls Se-na and Ra-ik closer to the truth — and the real story behind the killer's motive.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Idol I Season 1 Episode 7 - Empty from What I Couldn't Let Go
    8.7/10(83 votes)

    S1:E7

    Ra-ik distances himself from Se-na after discovering her secret. Se-na receives startling news about one of the band members.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Idol I Season 1 Episode 8 - When the Bell Rings in the Dark
    8.7/10(78 votes)

    S1:E8

    Se-na finds new evidence — and a new suspect — that could exonerate Ra-ik completely. But their investigation soon leads to a dark truth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Idol I Season 1 Episode 4 - Pandora's Box
    8.4/10(116 votes)

    S1:E4

    Ra-ik begs Se-na to keep a figure from his past away from the case — but she soon notices a connection between the two.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Idol I Season 1 Episode 12 - UN:ENDING
    8.3/10(61 votes)

    S1:E12

    After reaching a verdict and exposing new truths, Se-na embraces her identity as a fan and lawyer, while Ra-ik tries to piece his life back together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Idol I Season 1 Episode 2 - Sound and Fury
    8.3/10(158 votes)

    S1:E2

    Facing dividing loyalties and backlash from all corners, Se-na questions Ra-ik as he insists on his innocence while his fandom erupts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Idol I Season 1 Episode 3 - I Can't Stop for Death
    8.2/10(131 votes)

    S1:E3

    Ra-ik spirals into despair. Private detective Park Chung-jae investigates the case, while Se-na follows her instincts over evidence.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Idol I Season 1 Episode 1 - An Unexpected Variation
    8.1/10(165 votes)

    S1:E1

    By day, Maeng Se-na is a top lawyer — but by night, she's a secret K-pop mega fan. Do Ra-ik's world unravels when he faces a deadly crisis.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The One I Like" is the best rated episode of Idol I. It scored 9.1/10 from 74 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on January 20, 2026. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Blatant Lie".

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