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The Best Episodes of The 'Burbs

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

Binge this in 5h 24m•Peaking at 6.9/10

Set in present-day suburbia, a young couple returns to the husband's childhood home. Their world is upended when new neighbors move in across the street, bringing old secrets of the cul-de-sac to light, and new

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 4 - A Nine on the Tension Scale
    6.9/10(238 votes)

    #1 - A Nine on the Tension Scale

    S1:E4

    A neighborhood block party brings secrets to light; Samira suspects that Rob is hiding something.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 5 - The Old Face-to-Face
    6.7/10(218 votes)

    #2 - The Old Face-to-Face

    S1:E5

    As glimpses of Rob and Naveen's past surface, Samira makes a discovery that changes everything.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 6 - Neighbor Take Warning
    6.7/10(210 votes)

    #3 - Neighbor Take Warning

    S1:E6

    The cul-de-sac crew goes on a mission to find answers and save a neighbor who may be in danger.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 7 - Do Not Mess With Suburbanites
    6.7/10(216 votes)

    #4 - Do Not Mess With Suburbanites

    S1:E7

    Just when the cul-de-sac crew thinks they’ve run into a dead end, danger arrives on Ashfield Place.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 1 - The Goddamn Brownies
    6.6/10(396 votes)

    #5 - The Goddamn Brownies

    S1:E1

    Samira and Rob's suburban life is upended when a mysterious new neighbor moves into the Victorian.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 3 - Sardine?
    6.6/10(274 votes)

    #6 - Sardine?

    S1:E3

    When a neighbor's dog goes missing, Samira and her new friends break into the Victorian to find it.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 2 - Mind Your Own Business
    6.3/10(307 votes)

    #7 - Mind Your Own Business

    S1:E2

    Samira becomes convinced that her new neighbor is up to no good and possibly involved in a crime.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The 'Burbs Season 1 Episode 8 - Only One Way Out
    6.2/10(246 votes)

    #8 - Only One Way Out

    S1:E8

    Samira uncovers a conspiracy that could ruin Hinkley Hills' image as "The Safest Town in America."

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Nine on the Tension Scale" is the best rated episode of "The 'Burbs". It scored 6.9/10 based on 238 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/8/2026. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Old Face-to-Face".