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The Best Episodes of Surviving Summer

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

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Rebellious Brooklyn teen Summer Torres is sent to live with family friends in the tiny town of Shorehaven on the Great Ocean Road, Victoria, AUS. Despite her best efforts, Summer falls in love with the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 1 - Exile
    8.0/10(12 votes)

    #1 - Exile

    S1:E1

    Wild child Summer tries to settle into sleepy Shorehaven and meets young surfer Ari, who's on the mend from a serious injury but ready to compete again.

    Director:Ben Chessell
    Writers:Joanna Werner, Josh Mapleston

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  2. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 10 - Stay
    5.5/10(4 votes)

    #2 - Stay

    S1:E10

    Margot arrives to bring Summer home, while the crew tries to qualify for the state team. Bodhi gets in trouble during her heat. Ari makes a choice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 1 - Selection
    5.5/10(4 votes)

    #3 - Selection

    S2:E1

    Ready to show off new skills, Summer returns to Shorehaven on the eve of state team tryouts. But she finds she's not the only one bringing surprises.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 2 - Big Plans
    5.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Big Plans

    S1:E2

    Summer plots her escape. Tensions between Ari and frenemy Marlon boil over after a competition. Summer helps Ari through a side effect of his accident.

    Director:Ben Chessell
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 7 - Suck It Up
    5.0/10(4 votes)

    #5 - Suck It Up

    S2:E7

    Unexpected truths emerge at Nationals, where the team fights to move past their drama and ride into the finals. Wren lays her cards on the table.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 3 - Training Day
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #6 - Training Day

    S1:E3

    Surf coach Manu finds a way for Ari to train and get him back in the waves. Despite their differences, Poppy and Summer somehow bond on their boards.

    Director:Ben Chessell
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 4 - Shame
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Shame

    S1:E4

    The crew heads to Jackson Bay for a major competition. Summer stirs up drama with a revealing game that brings Ari and Marlon's friendship to the brink.

    Director:Ben Chessell
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 5 - Keep the Sponsors Happy
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Keep the Sponsors Happy

    S1:E5

    Bodhi might catch her big break with a new sponsor — if Marlon doesn't ruin her shot. Poppy and Ari share a moment after a late-night training session.

    Director:Ben Chessell
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 6 - No Pressure
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #9 - No Pressure

    S1:E6

    Ari and Bodhi try to hold their own against surfing pros — and among VIPs at a party. Summer helps Ari with his secret but wants him to seek real help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 7 - For Laynah
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #10 - For Laynah

    S1:E7

    Poppy, with her mother's memory in mind, serves as the team captain during an event against rival surf clubs. Marlon starts to weigh his options.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 9 - Go
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Go

    S1:E9

    Poppy mingles with a rival surfer. Ari and Summer sneak into the Jarrah Island competition together. Marlon must decide where his loyalty lies.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 2 - Team Bonding
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #12 - Team Bonding

    S2:E2

    Tough new coach Elo puts the team through their paces. When Summer hosts a barbecue, a few impulsive decisions turn a quiet night into a rager.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 3 - Wait For It
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #13 - Wait For It

    S2:E3

    With her plans at risk, Summer buckles down to show how serious she is about competing. Bodhi goes on a date with an intriguing surfer from out of town.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 4 - A Seat at the Table
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #14 - A Seat at the Table

    S2:E4

    Ari faces new anxieties after signing a sponsorship deal. At a glam Subtropix shoot in Byron Bay, a photographer's approach rubs Bodhi the wrong way.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 5 - Purge
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #15 - Purge

    S2:E5

    A kiss gives Poppy a lot to think about while Bax tries to get Summer's mind off her problems. Tensions boil over among the team at surf camp.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Alix Beane

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  16. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 6 - I Promise
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #16 - I Promise

    S2:E6

    Struggling to be honest with Wren, Ari ends up throwing her a birthday party, where a pitcher of special punch gets Poppy and Summer into trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Surviving Summer Season 2 Episode 8 - Send It
    4.0/10(3 votes)

    #17 - Send It

    S2:E8

    As pressure builds at the competition, Summer waits for the perfect wave. But with love on the line, winning on the water is only half the battle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Surviving Summer Season 1 Episode 8 - Stairway
    2.8/10(5 votes)

    #18 - Stairway

    S1:E8

    Marlon wants to impress his new pals by surfing a notorious break, and Ari joins him. Summer gets desperate after getting an update about her stay.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Exile" is the best rated episode of "Surviving Summer". It scored 8/10 based on 12 votes. Directed by Ben Chessell and written by Joanna Werner, Josh Mapleston, it aired on 6/3/2022. This episode scored 2.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Stay".