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The Best Episodes of One Day at a Time Season 1

Every episode of One Day at a Time Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of One Day at a Time Season 1!

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In a reimagining of the TV classic, a newly single Latina mother raises her teen daughter and tween son with the "help" of her old-school mom.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 13 - Quinces
    9.1/10(694 votes)

    S1:E13

    Everyone pitches in to prepare for Elena's quinceañera. While rehearsing their father-daughter dance, Elena reveals a truth about herself to her dad.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 10 - Sex Talk
    8.7/10(566 votes)

    S1:E10

    When Penelope finds porn on Alex's laptop, she struggles to talk to him about sex, but their reluctant conversation leads to a surprising discovery.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 8 - One Lie at a Time
    8.4/10(542 votes)

    S1:E8

    Penelope tells her family she has a date and Lydia says she's going to church, but each secretly goes elsewhere. Meanwhile, Elena tests an attraction.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 11 - Pride & Prejudice
    8.4/10(498 votes)

    S1:E11

    Although she wants to be accepting and open-minded, Penelope feels weird about Elena's revelation. Seeking advice, she makes an unexpected connection.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 5 - Strays
    8.3/10(515 votes)

    S1:E5

    Lydia grows suspicious of Elena and Carmen's intense relationship. Penelope later discovers that the inseparable friends are keeping a big secret.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 9 - Viva Cuba
    8.3/10(512 votes)

    S1:E9

    Elena gets a congratulatory letter that leaves a bitter taste in her mouth. For a school project, Alex interviews Lydia, who reveals a family secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 3 - No Mass
    8.0/10(527 votes)

    S1:E3

    When Lydia disappears after a heated argument with her daughter about religion, the smooth running of the household falls apart in her absence.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 12 - Hurricane Victor
    8.0/10(473 votes)

    S1:E12

    Just when Penelope starts to date again, her estranged husband Victor makes a surprise visit home that rekindles old feelings between them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit, Peter Murrieta

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  9. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 4 - A Snowman's Tale
    7.8/10(483 votes)

    S1:E4

    Penelope suddenly finds herself back in the dating game after Schneider shows her how to use an online app for meeting people.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 6 - The Death of Mrs. Resnick
    7.8/10(473 votes)

    S1:E6

    When Penelope's faithful car finally breaks down for good and she's forced to trade it in, she meets a kindred spirit in the unlikeliest of places.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 7 - Hold, Please
    7.8/10(487 votes)

    S1:E7

    While navigating her way through an endless maze of red tape with Veterans Affairs to make a medical appointment, Penelope reaches her breaking point.

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit

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  12. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 2 - Bobos and Mamitas
    7.7/10(540 votes)

    S1:E2

    When Penelope and Elena complain about not being taken seriously as women at work and school, Lydia offers advice from an older generation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 1 - This Is It
    7.4/10(660 votes)

    S1:E1

    Penelope tries to convince her feminist daughter Elena to have a traditional quinceañera to celebrate her 15th birthday and to honor her Cuban roots.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Quinces" is the best rated episode of "One Day at a Time" season 1. It scored 9.1/10 based on 694 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/6/2017. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Sex Talk".