The BEST episodes of gen:LOCK

Every episode of gen:LOCK ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of gen:LOCK!

On the losing side of a global war, Earth’s last free society recruits a diverse team of young pilots to control the next-generation of mecha—giant, weaponized robot bodies. These daring recruits will find, however, that their newfound abilities come at no small cost.

Last Updated: 1/20/2024Network: HBO MaxStatus: Ended
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The Only Me I Know
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8.24
91 votes

#1 - The Only Me I Know

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/23/2019

Doc reflects on past events before deciding his future. The gen:LOCK team is tested like never before when the battle arrives at the Vanguard’s front door.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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Identity Crisis
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8.07
82 votes

#2 - Identity Crisis

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/9/2019

The team must evolve further if they hope to make a stand against the Union’s deadliest weapon.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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Training Daze
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7.96
90 votes

#3 - Training Daze

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/9/2019

The gen:LOCK team begins rigorous training to master their mecha. The recruits get better acquainted during a rare moment of downtime. While on the gen:LOCK team’s first field mission, a new threat emerges from the shadows.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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The Pilot
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7.94
127 votes

#4 - The Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/26/2019

Earth, 2068. City by city, free society is being forcibly absorbed into a vast autocracy. One military force holds the line. One pilot could turn the tide.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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The Best Defense
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7.93
97 votes

#5 - The Best Defense

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/16/2019

A recruit’s talent for tinkering raises concerns. Chase receives an overdue upgrade. The Vanguard goes on the offensive and engages a frighteningly familiar foe.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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It Never Rains...
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7.87
86 votes

#6 - It Never Rains...

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/2/2019

On the run, the team learns more about the origins of gen:LOCK and one another. New potential allies are revealed.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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Second Birthday
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7.75
101 votes

#7 - Second Birthday

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/2/2019

The Colonel raises concerns about Doc’s residency. Chase feels the impact of absence. The new recruits are introduced to the potential of using gen:LOCK mecha for combat.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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There's Always Tomorrow
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7.73
112 votes

#8 - There's Always Tomorrow

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/26/2019

Earth, 2072. Chase tries reconnecting with Miranda and the Vanguard. Doc’s new recruits arrive with more than a few questions and one perilous secret.

Directors: Gray Haddock
Writer: Gray Haddock
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The Grand Guignol
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7.50
40 votes

#9 - The Grand Guignol

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/2/2021

General Marin’s ruthless tactics come into question while the gen:LOCK team mourns one of their own. Later, Cammie’s search for answers leads her to Babylon.

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The Third Way
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7.50
38 votes

#10 - The Third Way

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/9/2021

As the gen:LOCK team prepares for their raid on RTASA, Miranda hatches a plan to appeal to Chase’s emotions, while General Marin confronts the Polity’s latest plot.

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Twilight
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7.45
38 votes

#11 - Twilight

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/16/2021

As Miranda and Chase head to New York to face off against the Twilight, Cammie and Caliban near a breakthrough that could help Henry crack gen:LOCK’s code.

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Together. Together.
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7.41
39 votes

#12 - Together. Together.

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/25/2021

As the battle to reclaim the Anvil approaches, Cammie clashes with her teammates, while Val bonds with Kazu. Later, Chase uncovers a dark truth.

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Buried Pain Grows Poison Trees
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7.40
40 votes

#13 - Buried Pain Grows Poison Trees

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/18/2021

While General Marin orders a much-needed reprieve, Chase considers the complex implications of his discovery, and Miranda angles for a promotion. Then, a figure from the Polity’s past emerges from the shadows.

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Touch What's in Front of You
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7.39
38 votes

#14 - Touch What's in Front of You

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/23/2021

As the Twilight ravages New York, Chase and the members of gen:LOCK face a fatal decision that could finally seal humanity's fate.

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When the Leaves Began to Turn
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7.30
43 votes

#15 - When the Leaves Began to Turn

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/4/2021

While The Union keeps on invading and taking over the United States of America, Chase is having a hard time opening his mind to his team.

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The First Strike
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7.30
37 votes

#16 - The First Strike

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/11/2021

In 2068, the war between the Union and the Polity begins with a shocking strike on a major stronghold. As Yaz joins the resistance movement, Chase confronts a shocking truth.

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