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The Best Episodes of Sense8 Season 1

Every episode of Sense8 Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Sense8 Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Sense8 Season 1 Episode 12 - I Can't Leave Her
    9.1/10(5519 votes)

    S1:E12

    In the season finale, with Riley in the hands of Whispers, all of the Sensates' skills are needed to give them any chance at survival.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 10 - What Is Human?
    8.9/10(4905 votes)

    S1:E10

    Will learns more about his origins and the threat to his future, while Wolfgang's actions catch up with him, even as his bond with Kala strengthens.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 11 - Just Turn the Wheel and the Future Changes
    8.9/10(4594 votes)

    S1:E11

    Riley's fate draws nearer, while Capheus and Sun are put to the test, and Wolfgang makes his boldest move yet.

    Director:Tom Tykwer
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 4 - What's Going On?
    8.7/10(5408 votes)

    S1:E4

    Nomi's fate draws nearer, Capheus and Wolfgang's fortunes seem to have turned, but Sun is faced with an impossible choice.

    Director:Tom Tykwer
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 8 - We Will All Be Judged by the Courage of Our Hearts
    8.7/10(4611 votes)

    S1:E8

    Sun fights to adjust to her new life as Capheus tries to change his. Will and Nomi dig up disturbing information that could change everything.

    Director:Dan Glass
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 7 - W. W. N. Double D?
    8.4/10(4499 votes)

    S1:E7

    Nomi makes a shocking discovery about her former doctor, while Will gets closer to the truth behind his visions and Kala's doubts grow stronger.

    Director:James McTeigue
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 6 - Demons
    8.3/10(4791 votes)

    S1:E6

    While the Sensates bond, Nomi takes a bold move to gain her freedom and Sun makes a choice she might someday regret.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 3 - Smart Money Is on the Skinny Bitch
    8.2/10(5057 votes)

    S1:E3

    With many of the Sensates' lives becoming more complicated, their newfound gift -- while still a mystery -- proves vital for survival.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 9 - Death Doesn't Let You Say Goodbye
    8.2/10(4556 votes)

    S1:E9

    Riley learns about her new life and its dangers, Kala deals with the aftermath of the attack on Rajan’s father, and Lito's world spins out of control.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 5 - Art Is Like Religion
    8.1/10(4679 votes)

    S1:E5

    The Sensates struggle with intensifying connections, which results in some interesting days on set for Lito and a wedding day surprise for Kala.

    Director:James McTeigue
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 2 - I Am Also a We
    7.9/10(5309 votes)

    S1:E2

    Nomi's fortunes take a dark turn, while the rest of the Sensates' connections become stronger and more dangerous.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Sense8 Season 1 Episode 1 - Limbic Resonance
    7.4/10(6301 votes)

    S1:E1

    Eight strangers from cities around the globe begin having experiences that defy explanation.

    Directors:Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
    Writer:J. Michael Straczynski

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"I Can't Leave Her" is the best rated episode of Sense8 season 1. It scored 9.1/10 from 5,519 votes. Directed by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski and written by Unknown, it aired on June 5, 2015. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "What Is Human?".