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The Best Episodes of Life Below Zero

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

Best episode
S21E8 The Rising Tides
9.910 votes
Worst episode
S1E3 Winter's Edge
7.348 votes
Top season
Season 22
9.6avg
Binge time
8d 7h
240 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 8 - The Rising Tides
    9.9/10(10 votes)

    S21:E8

    As temperatures reach deadly numbers in the Arctic, Alaskans push through the deep cold to increase their odds of survival in the late winter months.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 20 - The Last Snow
    9.6/10(10 votes)

    S23:E20

    Alaskans make the most of the endless sun as the last of the snow melts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 4 - Creatures of Darkness
    9.8/10(8 votes)

    S23:E4

    As daylight diminishes, Alaskans contend with the Arctic animals and predators lurking in the shadows.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 9 - Rites of Winter
    9.6/10(9 votes)

    S23:E9

    A new generation of survivalists are put to the test in the frozen Arctic.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 3 - On the Auroras
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    S21:E3

    Alaskans confront the environment and themselves as winter bears down.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 4 - Off the Deep End
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    S21:E4

    Alaskans rediscover old practices to get through the winter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 10 - Tastes Like Home
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    S23:E10

    Alaska is a challenging place, but tenacity of the spirit makes it home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 12 - 100 Miles From Nowhere
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    S23:E12

    Alaskans look to restock their food supplies as spring brings longer days.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 7 - The Foundation
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    S21:E7

    Alaskans must rely on solid foundations to persist through Dark Winter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 8 - Respect the Wild
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    S22:E8

    Alaskans power through the dog days of summer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 3 - School of Ice
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    S23:E3

    As the deep cold of dark winter persists, Alaskans must become one with the landscape if they are to carry on their way of life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 18 - The Rat Race
    9.6/10(8 votes)

    S23:E18

    Daylight returns to the Arctic, bringing new opportunities for residents.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 1 - Destroyer of Worlds
    9.4/10(10 votes)

    S22:E1

    The arrival of Spring brings grave danger to Alaskans as winter’s snow and ice melts away and the landscape and waterways come roaring back to life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 2 - Bulletproof
    9.8/10(6 votes)

    S22:E2

    Alaskans contend with the throes of the warm season in the Arctic.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 3 - Transitions
    9.8/10(6 votes)

    S22:E3

    Alaskans harness the power of the sun as they toil.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 7 - Beyond the Tundra
    9.8/10(6 votes)

    S22:E7

    With summer nearing its end, Alaskans kick into high gear.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 11 - It's Never Easy
    9.5/10(8 votes)

    S23:E11

    As winter turn to spring, Alaskans must seize the warming days.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 14 - Mama's Home
    9.5/10(8 votes)

    S23:E14

    Alaskans embrace the flowing waters and returning wildlife of spring.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 15 - Rising Water
    9.5/10(8 votes)

    S23:E15

    Alaskans must overcome rising waters to capitalize on spring's offerings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 6 - What's Up From Down
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    S23:E6

    In deep winter, Alaskans are confronted with a number of challenges and surprises, and adaptation is critical to their survival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 7 - Return of the Herd
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    S23:E7

    As winter deepens, Alaskans must embrace their inner warrior to confront the doubts within and battle Mother Nature head-on.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 8 - Night Country
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    S23:E8

    Alaskans soldier through the heart of dark winter in pursuit of the resources they desperately need for survival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 16 - The Warming
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    S23:E16

    Alaskans seek opportunities that come with spring, no matter the cost.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 19 - A New Reality
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    S23:E19

    Alaskans face uncertainty in their quest to thrive in the warm season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 13 - Into the Tundra
    9.4/10(8 votes)

    S23:E13

    Alaskans push their limits amid the warming tundra and melting landscape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Rising Tides" is the best rated episode of Life Below Zero. It scored 9.9/10 from 10 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on October 17, 2023. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Last Snow".

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