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The Best Episodes of Welcome to Wrexham Season 1

Every episode of Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Welcome to Wrexham Season 1!

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Documentary series tracking the dreams and worries of Wrexham, a working-class town in North Wales, UK, as two Hollywood stars (Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds) take ownership of the town’s historic yet struggling football club.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 18 - Do or Die
    8.7/10(928 votes)

    S1:E18

    For the first time in 14 years, Wrexham has a chance to be promoted out of the National League. Can they do it?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 14 - A Hollywood Distraction
    8.5/10(897 votes)

    S1:E14

    Ryan Reynolds surprises the team with a visit as Wrexham prepares for the biggest match of the season against Stockport County, their rivals for promotion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 16 - Hello Wembley
    8.5/10(841 votes)

    S1:E16

    Hollywood stars and Wrexham residents descend on London for the Red Dragons' big match at legendary Wembley Stadium.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 9 - Welcome Home
    8.4/10(954 votes)

    S1:E9

    After a year of cheering from afar due to Covid, Co-Chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney finally get to visit Wrexham and spend time with their team and the town.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 2 - Reality
    8.0/10(1176 votes)

    S1:E2

    Wrexham Football Club attempts to qualify for the playoffs as their new owners try to (very quickly) learn the ins and outs of a game and an industry they know nothing about.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 11 - Sack the Gaffer
    8.0/10(856 votes)

    S1:E11

    Fans grumble about Wrexham's lackluster performance and aim their ire at manager Phil Parkinson. Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney debate his future with the club.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 12 - Wins and Losses
    8.0/10(839 votes)

    S1:E12

    Wrexham AFC begin to play up to their potential while off the field challenges put match play in perspective.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 15 - Daggers
    8.0/10(794 votes)

    S1:E15

    With one match left to play in the regular season, Wrexham has a chance to win the league and promotion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 8 - Away We Go
    7.9/10(920 votes)

    S1:E8

    Wrexham Chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney make a surprise appearance at an away game to watch Wrexham play in person for the very first time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 1 - Dream
    7.8/10(1300 votes)

    S1:E1

    Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney attempt a takeover of the world’s third oldest professional football (a.k.a. soccer) club, located in Wrexham, a working class town in northern Wales in the United Kingdom.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 3 - Rebuilding
    7.8/10(1069 votes)

    S1:E3

    With just weeks before the season begins, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds find themselves having to convince star football players and executives to take a chance on Wrexham.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 4 - Home Opener
    7.8/10(1025 votes)

    S1:E4

    The first Wrexham home opener of the new era arrives, whether Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds are ready for it or not.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 13 - Worst Team in the League
    7.8/10(804 votes)

    S1:E13

    Roster changes threaten Wrexham's momentum as they prepare to face the worst team in the league.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 6 - Hamilton!
    7.7/10(961 votes)

    S1:E6

    Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney try to fulfill one of their biggest promises to Wrexham as a previous owner’s dark shadow still lingers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 5 - Fearless
    7.5/10(989 votes)

    S1:E5

    Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney land an important partnership as the Wrexham goalies - and fans - face some tough contests.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 10 - Hooligans
    7.5/10(903 votes)

    S1:E10

    Unfortunate occurrences at the first home game attended by the Co-Chairmen lead to a police investigation and raise the ugly specter of football Hooliganism.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 17 - Wromance
    7.3/10(1132 votes)

    S1:E17

    An inside look at the unusual beginnings and dynamics of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's football friendship.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 Episode 7 - Wide World of Wales
    7.0/10(1294 votes)

    S1:E7

    In this "very special episode", Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney take us through on a tour of Wales - and TV show formats.

    Director:Bryan Rowland
    Writers:George Dewey, Kelly Girth, Dan Donovan, Ryan Reynolds, Rob Mac, Maxine Hughes

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Do or Die" is the best rated episode of "Welcome to Wrexham" season 1. It scored 8.7/10 based on 928 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/12/2022. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "A Hollywood Distraction".