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The Best Episodes of RUN Season 1

Every episode of RUN Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of RUN Season 1!

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Ruby is living a humdrum existence when one day she gets a text inviting her to fulfill a youthful pact, promising true love and self-reinvention, by stepping out of her life to take a journey

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    RUN Season 1 Episode 1 - RUN
    7.1/10(737 votes)

    #1 - RUN

    S1:E1

    On a regular Tuesday morning, Ruby Richardson is shaken out of her humdrum suburban life when she receives an urgent text that prompts her to fly to New York and board a cross-country train, where she reunites with college ex Billy Johnson. As their adventure begins, Ruby and Billy fight the tension that still exists between them while attempting to root out each other's secrets.

    Director:Kate Dennis
    Writer:Vicky Jones

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  2. RUN Season 1 Episode 2 - Kiss
    7.0/10(493 votes)

    #2 - Kiss

    S1:E2

    During their first night aboard, Ruby's mind is consumed by sex, while Billy probes for personal details she's reluctant to give up. Comforted by the fact that her husband believes she's on a weeklong yoga retreat – and determined to make Billy jealous – Ruby brazenly connects with Derek, a stranger on the train. Meanwhile, Billy works to shake a persistent figure from his past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. RUN Season 1 Episode 3 - F*ck
    7.3/10(441 votes)

    #3 - F*ck

    S1:E3

    Ruby and Billy decide to spend a day in Chicago before making any rash decisions about their next moves. As the two anxiously await check-in at a lavish hotel, Ruby meets an exciting woman at a department store, while Billy tries to handle a relentless Fiona. Later, Billy comes clean about what drove him to run.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. RUN Season 1 Episode 4 - Chase
    7.0/10(376 votes)

    #4 - Chase

    S1:E4

    Back on the train, Ruby seeks guidance from a new friend and gets a wakeup call from home that leaves her shaken. Meanwhile, Billy continues to lie about Fiona, who raises the stakes to get what she wants.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. RUN Season 1 Episode 5 - Jump
    7.2/10(371 votes)

    #5 - Jump

    S1:E5

    A dramatic detour finds Ruby and Billy in unknown territory as they’re forced to make a life-changing decision. As Ruby tries to keep everything together and get back on course, she and an emotional Billy seek the help of an amiable local taxidermist, Laurel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. RUN Season 1 Episode 6 - Tell
    6.9/10(327 votes)

    #6 - Tell

    S1:E6

    Stranded in the middle of nowhere, Ruby and Billy argue about what to do next. Each affected by the other's desperation, the two must come together to confront their actions. Meanwhile, Laurel makes a gruesome discovery and receives an eventful visit from Detective Babe Cloud.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. RUN Season 1 Episode 7 - Trick
    5.8/10(385 votes)

    #7 - Trick

    S1:E7

    With the end of their journey approaching, Ruby and Billy consider their future together. Are they finally being honest with each other? Babe and Laurel are forced together as they follow a new lead. Season finale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"RUN" is the best rated episode of "RUN" season 1. It scored 7.1/10 based on 737 votes. Directed by Kate Dennis and written by Vicky Jones, it aired on 4/12/2020. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Kiss".