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The Best Episodes of Skull Island

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

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Shipwrecked in the South Pacific, a group of explorers encounter a menagerie of fearsome creatures — including the giant ape who rules the island: Kong.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Skull Island Season 1 Episode 8 - You'll Never Catch a Monkey That Way
    7.2/10(264 votes)

    #1 - You'll Never Catch a Monkey That Way

    S1:E8

    Charlie proposes a daring plan to defeat the sea monster and save Mike's life. But it will take all his courage — and Kong's strength — to pull it off.

    Director:Amanda Sitareh B.
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  2. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 7 - You're Not a King, You're Just a Stupid Animal
    7.1/10(263 votes)

    #2 - You're Not a King, You're Just a Stupid Animal

    S1:E7

    Years in the past, Kong roams the island with a beloved human friend. But when his temper gets the better of him, the consequences could be dire.

    Director:Daniel Araya
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  3. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 1 - Maritime Pilot
    6.8/10(358 votes)

    #3 - Maritime Pilot

    S1:E1

    A mysterious castaway appears while Charlie, Mike and their dads search the ocean for mythical creatures, throwing all their plans into chaos.

    Director:Daniel Araya
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  4. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 6 - Terms of Endearment
    6.7/10(253 votes)

    #4 - Terms of Endearment

    S1:E6

    Mike's injury catches up with him, while Annie and Irene unpack their complicated histories. Dog and Charlie's journey across the island continues.

    Director:Amanda Sitareh B.
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  5. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 2 - The Last Blank Space on the Map
    6.6/10(307 votes)

    #5 - The Last Blank Space on the Map

    S1:E2

    As they adjust to wild new surroundings, Mike and Charlie realize that getting to shore was the easy part. Cap encounters another explorer.

    Directors:Amanda Sitareh B., Julie Olson
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  6. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 3 - What's Up, Croc?
    6.6/10(287 votes)

    #6 - What's Up, Croc?

    S1:E3

    On the run from a terrifying predator, the boys glimpse an unbelievable sight. Irene leads her team deeper into the island. Mike makes a confession.

    Director:Daniel Araya
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  7. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 5 - Doggone It
    6.6/10(262 votes)

    #7 - Doggone It

    S1:E5

    A risky plan pays off, leading to a reunion — and new revelations. Stuck in a precarious situation, Charlie and Dog form an uneasy alliance.

    Director:Daniel Araya
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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  8. Skull Island Season 1 Episode 4 - Breakfast Fit for a Kong
    6.5/10(271 votes)

    #8 - Breakfast Fit for a Kong

    S1:E4

    Annie and Dog stage a subterranean rescue operation. Irene gets better acquainted with the island's wildlife. Cap explains an intriguing theory.

    Director:Amanda Sitareh B.
    Writer:Brian Duffield

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Best Episodes Summary

"You'll Never Catch a Monkey That Way" is the best rated episode of "Skull Island". It scored 7.2/10 based on 264 votes. Directed by Amanda Sitareh B. and written by Brian Duffield, it aired on 6/22/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "You're Not a King, You're Just a Stupid Animal".