What are the best episodes of The First?

The best rated episodes of The First are: Near and Far - S1E8 rated 7.5, What’s Needed - S1E2 rated 7.3

What are the worst episodes of The First?

The lowest rated episodes of The First are: Two Portraits - S1E5 rated 7.0, Cycles - S1E3 rated 7.1

The First Episode Rating Graph

Sep 2018 - Sep 2018

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Browse episode ratings trends for The First. Simply click on the interactive rating graph to explore the best and worst of The First's 8 episodes.

Best Episodes of The First

Near and Far
S1 Ep8
7.5
14th Sep 2018
The members of Providence 2 gear up for their mission on launch day. Laz and Denise must prepare for a new chapter in their lives.
What’s Needed
S1 Ep2
7.3
14th Sep 2018
With the mission in danger of being shut down, the Vista team travels to Washington to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, the Castillo family pursues their lawsuit against Vista. Tom and his daughter Denise work to repair their relationship.

Worst Episodes of The First

Two Portraits
S1 Ep5
7.0
14th Sep 2018
Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.
Cycles
S1 Ep3
7.1
14th Sep 2018
Kayla and Tom find themselves at odds when faced with a difficult decision. A problem arises with the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) that may jeopardize the crew’s safety. Aiko hosts a dinner party to celebrate Sadie and Ollie’s wedding anniversary.

The First Episode Guide

Separation
S1 Ep1
7.2
14th Sep 2018
On launch day, Vista CEO Laz Ingram and the Providence crew count down to the first manned mission to Mars. Former mission commander Tom Hagerty watches from home. After an intense day he is confronted by an unexpected visitor.
What’s Needed
S1 Ep2
7.3
14th Sep 2018
With the mission in danger of being shut down, the Vista team travels to Washington to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, the Castillo family pursues their lawsuit against Vista. Tom and his daughter Denise work to repair their relationship.
Cycles
S1 Ep3
7.1
14th Sep 2018
Kayla and Tom find themselves at odds when faced with a difficult decision. A problem arises with the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) that may jeopardize the crew’s safety. Aiko hosts a dinner party to celebrate Sadie and Ollie’s wedding anniversary.
Where Life Is
S1 Ep4
7.1
14th Sep 2018
Sadie and Ollie’s marriage is tested. Laz works with the engineers as pressure builds to find a solution to the MAV malfunction. Tom and Ellen grow closer.
Two Portraits
S1 Ep5
7.0
14th Sep 2018
Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.
Collisions
S1 Ep6
7.2
14th Sep 2018
Laz attempts to sway an influential reporter who is critical of the Mars program. Aiko and Eitan test a solution to the MAV problem. An incident with Denise forces Tom to reconsider his priorities.
The Choice
S1 Ep7
7.2
14th Sep 2018
Tom and the Providence crew must make a choice with potentially life-threatening consequences. Matteo wrestles with his past. Tom and Denise must deal with unfinished business.
Near and Far
S1 Ep8
7.5
14th Sep 2018
The members of Providence 2 gear up for their mission on launch day. Laz and Denise must prepare for a new chapter in their lives.