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The Best Episodes of The Rain

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

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After a brutal virus wipes out most of the population, two young siblings embark on a perilous search for safety. A Scandinavian thriller series.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Rain Season 2 Episode 6 - Survival of the Fittest
    7.3/10(830 votes)

    S2:E6

    In the wake of their grim encounter, Martin and Patrick race back to the base. Meanwhile, a grief-stricken survivor plots revenge.

    Director:Josefine Kirkeskov
    Writer:Simon Oded Weil

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  2. The Rain Season 1 Episode 5 - Have Faith
    7.1/10(1140 votes)

    S1:E5

    Lost in the woods, the group stumbles upon a mansion. The residents invite them to stay the night, and Lea bonds with one of the women.

    Directors:Kenneth Kainz, Natasha Arthy
    Writer:Mette Heeno

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  3. The Rain Season 1 Episode 4 - Trust No One
    7.0/10(1130 votes)

    S1:E4

    Jealousy flares in Martin and Beatrice. Simone and Rasmus meet a doctor with a connection to their father. A memory haunts Jean.

    Director:Kenneth Kainz
    Writer:Poul Berg

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  4. The Rain Season 1 Episode 6 - Keep Your Friends Close
    7.0/10(1070 votes)

    S1:E6

    Rasmus and Beatrice grow closer as they spend time alone together. The others discover a new bunker -- and a disturbing secret that lies within.

    Directors:Kenneth Kainz, Natasha Arthy
    Writer:Jannik Tai Mosholt

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  5. The Rain Season 2 Episode 1 - Avoid Contact
    7.0/10(868 votes)

    S2:E1

    On the run from Apollon soldiers, the group follows a set of coordinates to a base where rebel scientists are working on a vaccine for the virus.

    Director:Søren Balle
    Writer:Jannik Tai Mosholt

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  6. The Rain Season 1 Episode 2 - Stay Together
    6.9/10(1296 votes)

    S1:E2

    After six years of isolation, Simone and Rasmus encounter other survivors. To stay alive, Simone must prove herself useful to the group.

    Director:Kenneth Kainz
    Writer:Jannik Tai Mosholt

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  7. The Rain Season 2 Episode 2 - The Truth Hurts
    6.9/10(764 votes)

    S2:E2

    Martin accompanies Simone on a journey to retrieve her father's computer. At the base, Patrick stumbles upon a hidden room filled with strange devices.

    Director:Søren Balle
    Writer:Rune Schjøtt

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  8. The Rain Season 2 Episode 5 - Keep It Together
    6.9/10(728 votes)

    S2:E5

    Plagued by frightening visions, Rasmus takes his fate into his own hands. Sarah's health worsens. Jean and Lea share a tender moment.

    Director:Josefine Kirkeskov
    Writer:Julie Budtz Sørensen

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  9. The Rain Season 1 Episode 3 - Avoid the City
    6.8/10(1179 votes)

    S1:E3

    Simone and the others set out for Apollon headquarters in Sweden, but their trek through Copenhagen is fraught with peril.

    Director:Kenneth Kainz
    Writer:Jannik Tai Mosholt

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  10. The Rain Season 1 Episode 7 - Don't Talk to Strangers
    6.8/10(1004 votes)

    S1:E7

    A band of armed strangers tries to extract information from Patrick. Rasmus begins to unravel in the wake of a grim discovery.

    Directors:Kenneth Kainz, Natasha Arthy
    Writer:Poul Berg

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  11. The Rain Season 1 Episode 8 - Trust Your Instincts
    6.8/10(1054 votes)

    S1:E8

    The group arrives at Apollon headquarters, where Simone learns startling truths about the virus, her father and Rasmus.

    Directors:Kenneth Kainz, Natasha Arthy
    Writer:Jannik Tai Mosholt

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  12. The Rain Season 2 Episode 4 - Save Yourself
    6.7/10(721 votes)

    S2:E4

    Simone, Martin and Fie pursue Rasmus and Sarah, whose bond deepens while they're on the run. Patrick makes another discovery. Jean tries to console Lea.

    Director:Kasper Gaardsøe
    Writers:Simon Oded Weil, Rune Schjøtt

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  13. The Rain Season 2 Episode 3 - Stay in Control
    6.6/10(730 votes)

    S2:E3

    As Apollon surrounds the base, Simone scrambles to find a cure. Rasmus's secret draws Sarah to him -- but threatens to tear the group apart.

    Director:Kasper Gaardsøe
    Writer:Julie Budtz Sørensen

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  14. The Rain Season 3 Episode 2 - Never Let Go
    6.6/10(543 votes)

    S3:E2

    Simone meets a brother and sister living off the grid. Back at Apollon, Patrick and Fie weigh their options, and Rasmus makes a horrifying discovery.

    Director:Josefine Kirkeskov
    Writer:Anna Bro

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  15. The Rain Season 1 Episode 1 - Stay Inside
    6.5/10(1758 votes)

    S1:E1

    A deadly virus spread by rainfall forces siblings Simone and Rasmus to seek refuge in an underground bunker, parting ways with their scientist father.

    Director:Kenneth Kainz
    Writer:Jannik Tai Mosholt

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  16. The Rain Season 3 Episode 1 - Don't Give Up
    6.5/10(590 votes)

    S3:E1

    Haunted by nightmares and afraid of his newfound powers, Rasmus voluntarily confines himself at Apollon. Meanwhile, Simone ventures beyond the wall.

    Director:Josefine Kirkeskov
    Writer:Julie Budtz Sørensen

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  17. The Rain Season 3 Episode 3 - Stay Strong
    6.5/10(507 votes)

    S3:E3

    Simone refuses to leave unless Daniel gives her the flower extract. Sten wants to test Fie's theory and threatens Rasmus to ensure his cooperation.

    Director:Kaspar Munk
    Writer:Lasse Kyed Rasmussen

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  18. The Rain Season 3 Episode 5 - Love Yourself
    6.4/10(504 votes)

    S3:E5

    As Rasmus grows weaker, a worried Sarah asks Fie for help. Reunited, Martin and Simone begin the long trek back to Apollon.

    Director:Kasper Gaardsøe
    Writer:Lasse Kyed Rasmussen

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  19. The Rain Season 3 Episode 4 - Be the Change You Want in the World
    6.3/10(509 votes)

    S3:E4

    Simone's group approaches a camp of young survivors. Rasmus's thirst for power spirals out of control, and Martin leaves Apollon to search for Simone.

    Director:Kaspar Munk
    Writer:Christoffer Barfred Krustrup

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  20. The Rain Season 3 Episode 6 - And This Too Shall Pass
    6.0/10(592 votes)

    S3:E6

    A surprising revelation sparks new hope — but Simone and the others must ready themselves for a dangerous confrontation as Rasmus closes in.

    Director:Kasper Gaardsøe
    Writer:Julie Budtz Sørensen

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Best Episodes Summary

"Survival of the Fittest" is the best rated episode of "The Rain". It scored 7.3/10 based on 830 votes. Directed by Josefine Kirkeskov and written by Simon Oded Weil, it aired on 5/17/2019. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Have Faith".