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The Best Episodes of Utopia

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Set inside the offices of the “Nation Building Authority”, a federal government organisation responsible for overseeing major infrastructure projects, Utopia explores that moment when bureaucracy and grand dreams collide.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Utopia Season 4 Episode 4 - Mission Creeps
    8.9/10(58 votes)

    #1 - Mission Creeps

    S4:E4

    Tony is asked by the Minister to oversee the implementation on a new electronic I.D card scheme. Nat and Ash must face the fact that their expensive wildlife project preservation may not have actually preserved any wildlife.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Utopia Season 5 Episode 6 - Story Time
    8.9/10(38 votes)

    #2 - Story Time

    S5:E6

    Rhonda forces Tony to fast track a long-term regional rail project. Nat goes the wrong kind of viral for a problematic photo. Ash investigates a recurring charge on the company account, while adjusting to his new e-scooter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Utopia Season 3 Episode 6 - Snouts In The Trough
    8.8/10(58 votes)

    #3 - Snouts In The Trough

    S3:E6

    Jim and Rhonda ask Tony for help building a new airport rail link, but Tony's proposal shocks them both. Meanwhile, Nat has her entire week derailed by a tweet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Utopia Season 5 Episode 7 - Frequently Avoided Questions
    8.8/10(36 votes)

    #4 - Frequently Avoided Questions

    S5:E7

    A security consultant creates stress by leveling up the NBA's cyber safety. Nat faces the consequences of an inept employee. Jim lumps Tony with responding to a freight report the Minister's failed to act upon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Utopia Season 4 Episode 2 - Working With Children
    8.6/10(57 votes)

    #5 - Working With Children

    S4:E2

    The arrival of a work experience student leads to unexpected Ministerial developments. Nat is invited to join a prestigious board but soon finds herself clashing with the Chair.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Utopia Season 4 Episode 3 - Pipe Dreams
    8.5/10(51 votes)

    #6 - Pipe Dreams

    S4:E3

    Tony's opportunity to pitch an important proposal is undermined by computer issues. Nat and Rhonda are forced to deal with community backlash from a prematurely-announced construction project.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Utopia Season 4 Episode 8 - The Ghost of Christmas Future
    8.5/10(44 votes)

    #7 - The Ghost of Christmas Future

    S4:E8

    Following a trip to Canberra Tony finds himself at loggerheads with Rhonda and Jim after he refuses to back a major new government initiative. Nat and Ash are forced to break some bad news to the Minister.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Utopia Season 1 Episode 6 - Then We Can Build It
    8.4/10(77 votes)

    #8 - Then We Can Build It

    S1:E6

    Concerned that Tasmania's infrastructure needs have been overlooked, Jim sends Tony and the team south for a series of public forums.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Utopia Season 2 Episode 7 - Reporting for Duty
    8.4/10(59 votes)

    #9 - Reporting for Duty

    S2:E7

    When the business case for a new cross-city tunnel proves hopeless there is only one thing to do - find another business case. Nat is determined to sack an inept worker and Amy completes a barista course.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Utopia Season 3 Episode 7 - On The Defence
    8.4/10(49 votes)

    #10 - On The Defence

    S3:E7

    With a major defence white paper about to be launched Jim and Rhonda ask Tony for help. Meanwhile Nat is summoned to Canberra for an exciting new job. Back at the office it is time for a Risk and Safety audit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Utopia Season 4 Episode 1 - The Law's The Law
    8.4/10(52 votes)

    #11 - The Law's The Law

    S4:E1

    Tony and Jim clash over the best way to tackle high level company tax fraud. Keen to launch a major Government report, Rhonda seeks help from a well-known television personality.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Utopia Season 4 Episode 7 - Levers Of Power
    8.4/10(43 votes)

    #12 - Levers Of Power

    S4:E7

    Tony is on the verge of completing a major report when Rhonda invites an ABC documentary crew to spend a week in the NBA offices. And the NBA staff are divided over an important issue of office catering.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Utopia Season 5 Episode 1 - The Buck Stops Where?
    8.3/10(57 votes)

    #13 - The Buck Stops Where?

    S5:E1

    The beleaguered staff of the NBA are still trying to get the job done in the face of endless backflips, government interference and ever-shifting priorities. Tony and Scott investigate prolonged delays on a freeway upgrade.

    Director:Rob Sitch
    Writers:Santo Cilauro, Rob Sitch, Tom Gleisner

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  14. Utopia Season 5 Episode 2 - Grand Designs
    8.3/10(44 votes)

    #14 - Grand Designs

    S5:E2

    Tony cops media heat for a solar scheme with poor public uptake, and a completed bypass is held up from opening due to some signage for a problematic monument. Patrick the accountant torments the office with his stories.

    Director:Rob Sitch
    Writers:Santo Cilauro, Rob Sitch, Tom Gleisner

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  15. Utopia Season 5 Episode 3 - The Promise Land
    8.3/10(42 votes)

    #15 - The Promise Land

    S5:E3

    The Government stalls on an election promise of the NBA moving to independent status and the office undergoes workplace respect training, complicating a prospective romance between Nat and a visiting consultant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Utopia Season 5 Episode 5 - Lights, Camera, Inaction
    8.3/10(41 votes)

    #16 - Lights, Camera, Inaction

    S5:E5

    Tony is frozen out by the Minister when he's reluctant to announce an ambitious new project. The NBA comes under scrutiny by UNESCO over the Great Barrier Reef's endangerment status. Scott starts an NBA TikTok account.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Utopia Season 1 Episode 5 - Arts and Minds
    8.2/10(77 votes)

    #17 - Arts and Minds

    S1:E5

    The decision to include roadside art on a major highway upgrade leads to controversy. Things go from bad to worse when Tony's visit to a primary school results in the actual launch of Australia's first space program.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Utopia Season 1 Episode 8 - The Whole Enchilada
    8.2/10(65 votes)

    #18 - The Whole Enchilada

    S1:E8

    Tony is forced to evaluate plans for expanding the Ord River Scheme. Nat has issues with a stalled highway upgrade. Unfortunately for them the rest of the office is distracted by plans for a Mexican-themed anniversary party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Utopia Season 2 Episode 1 - A Fresh Start
    8.2/10(70 votes)

    #19 - A Fresh Start

    S2:E1

    It's a new year and Tony is determined to focus on big things. Unfortunately, small things get in the way. Meanwhile, Nat's attempts to assist a local community unleash a multi-billion dollar government initiative.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Utopia Season 2 Episode 2 - Shovel's Ready
    8.2/10(63 votes)

    #20 - Shovel's Ready

    S2:E2

    After years of meticulous planning nothing can prevent a major tunnelling project getting started. Except Rhonda. Meanwhile Nat makes the fatal mistake of asking HR for help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Utopia Season 3 Episode 4 - Clause For Concern
    8.2/10(53 votes)

    #21 - Clause For Concern

    S3:E4

    The NBA team is asked to help out with the sale of a port; Rhonda decides it is time for a digital upgrade; and Tony is forced to spend a night outdoors in the name of charity.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Utopia Season 4 Episode 5 - The Blame Game
    8.2/10(49 votes)

    #22 - The Blame Game

    S4:E5

    Tony is forced to defend himself when Jim and Rhonda try to blame a failed project on the NBA. Nat and Ash prepare for an important overseas trade delegation. And the new office security system proves a little too 'secure'.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Utopia Season 5 Episode 8 - Wide Awoke
    8.2/10(34 votes)

    #23 - Wide Awoke

    S5:E8

    Nat and Ash work on deciphering who owns the title on an historic project. Tony's important presentation is derailed by Rhonda's insistence that the office undergoes an E.S.G pulse check. Brian works on securing the building.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Utopia Season 1 Episode 2 - Protected Species
    8.1/10(90 votes)

    #24 - Protected Species

    S1:E2

    Tony is forced to step in when an endangered grass threatens to derail plans for a new container terminal. Rhonda is convinced that the NBA needs a major overhaul of its website.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Utopia Season 1 Episode 3 - Very Fast Turnover
    8.1/10(86 votes)

    #25 - Very Fast Turnover

    S1:E3

    A trip to Canberra leads to Tony being forced to investigate the feasibility of building a very fast train. Amy decides to conduct an office safety audit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Mission Creeps" is the best rated episode of "Utopia". It scored 8.9/10 based on 58 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/11/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Story Time".