The BEST episodes of Humans

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

In a parallel present day, where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a 'Synth' (a highly realistic humanoid servant that's transforming the way we live). In hopes of reducing their workload, a suburban family purchases a new Synth only to discover that sharing life with a Synth has quite far-reaching consequences.

Last Updated: 11/11/2024Network: Channel 4Status: Ended
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Episode 8
star
8.10
936 votes

#1 - Episode 8

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/5/2018

In a dramatic showdown, humans and Synths go head-to-head. Will Mia and Max's peaceful protest cost them their lives? Laura, Niska and Mattie face major decisions.

Directors: Richard Senior
Writer: Daisy Coulam
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Episode 8
star
8.03
2246 votes

#2 - Episode 8

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/18/2016

In the aftermath of the Silo tragedy, Karen takes matters into her own hands. Can Niska leave her family? Joe leaves Laura shell-shocked, while Hester seeks revenge on Leo.

Directors: Mark Brozel
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Episode 7
star
8.01
2591 votes

#3 - Episode 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/26/2015

Rejected and alone, Karen sets out to George's house to find Niska. Meanwhile, Pete is determined to find out who Karen really is. The hunted Synths take refuge at the Hawkins' home.

Directors: China Moo-Young
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Episode 6
star
7.95
2628 votes

#4 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/19/2015

Things are at the lowest possible ebb for the fractured Hawkins family. With Joe in exile and the kids tired of their parents' lies, Laura decides it's time to tell the truth.

Directors: Lewis Arnold
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Episode 8
star
7.93
2493 votes

#5 - Episode 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/2/2015

With the Synths in captivity, the devastated Hawkins realise how much Mia and her family mean to them and are determined to help them.

Directors: China Moo-Young
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Episode 7
star
7.90
2317 votes

#6 - Episode 7

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/11/2016

Mattie asks Max to help save Leo from Hester's influence. Toby receives a disturbing message from Renie, while Mia and Hester break into the Silo, but things don't go to plan.

Directors: Mark Brozel
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Episode 6
star
7.89
967 votes

#7 - Episode 6

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/21/2018

Laura discovers a shocking truth that threatens her life and everyone around her. Niska continues on her mysterious journey, and must defy all her instincts to survive.

Directors: Ben A. Williams
Writer: Daisy Coulam
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Episode 4
star
7.89
2746 votes

#8 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/5/2015

Laura insists the family take Anita for testing when Mattie tells her that she's seen Anita acting strangely. Hobb is on Niska's trail.

Directors: Daniel Nettheim
Writer: Joe Barton
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Episode 7
star
7.87
948 votes

#9 - Episode 7

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/28/2018

Laura reels from her heartbreaking decision. Niska's journey takes an unexpected turn. Leo races to be by Max's side but walks into danger.

Directors: Richard Senior
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Episode 2
star
7.82
3089 votes

#10 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/21/2015

Laura feels increasingly threatened by Anita's presence, and Leo's quest for information takes him to dangerous places.

Directors: Sam Donovan
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Episode 4
star
7.77
1042 votes

#11 - Episode 4

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/7/2018

Laura leads a tense Dryden Commission on a visit to the Railyard, but will Agnes' anger threaten its success? Mia comes face to face with Ed, forcing her to confront her past.

Directors: Al Mackay
Writer: Namsi Khan
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Episode 1
star
7.74
3766 votes

#12 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/14/2015

The Hawkins, a loving but troubled family, decide to buy a Synth called Anita, but they start to suspect there's something unusual about her...

Directors: Sam Donovan
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Episode 4
star
7.73
2485 votes

#13 - Episode 4

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/20/2016

Mia and Ed get closer but their relationship is jeopardised when their secret is discovered. Things look bleak for Niska until Laura brings in a surprise witness.

Directors: Carl Tibbetts
Writer: Joe Barton
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Episode 1
star
7.72
1220 votes

#14 - Episode 1

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/17/2018

When fractures start to appear in the Synth community, all hope of stability comes under threat, and both families are brought back to fight for the Green-Eyes' survival.

Directors: Jill Robertson
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Episode 3
star
7.72
2783 votes

#15 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/28/2015

Laura is begrudgingly forced to keep Anita when she saves Toby from a road accident. George plans an escape with Odi. Pete's hot temper earns him a suspension from work.

Directors: Daniel Nettheim
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Episode 5
star
7.71
2561 votes

#16 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/12/2015

Killer Synth is the breaking news story, and public panic is growing. Karen is hot on Niska's tail, but are her motives for finding her more personal than professional?

Directors: Lewis Arnold
Writer: Emily Ballou
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Episode 6
star
7.70
2313 votes

#17 - Episode 6

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/4/2016

Athena challenges Milo's ethics and is shocked when he reveals his plan, while Mia's return has ramifications for the Hawkins family.

Writer: Joe Barton
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Episode 5
star
7.66
965 votes

#18 - Episode 5

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/14/2018

While Sam reels from the events of Waltringham and Joe struggles to help him through it, truths are revealed and dangerous plans put into action at the Railyard.

Directors: Ben A. Williams
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Episode 5
star
7.65
2423 votes

#19 - Episode 5

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/27/2016

When Mia risks falling into the hands of a mysterious organisation, she is forced to take drastic action, while Sophie is awestruck by Renie's 'Synthie' lifestyle.

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Episode 1
star
7.65
3124 votes

#20 - Episode 1

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/30/2016

Niska is living as a fugitive in Berlin, while the other Synths are laying low in the UK.

Directors: Lewis Arnold
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Episode 2
star
7.64
2748 votes

#21 - Episode 2

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/6/2016

Laura must decide whether to accept Niska's request, while Karen and Pete learn about a special Synth being sold on the black market.

Directors: Lewis Arnold
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Episode 3
star
7.60
2577 votes

#22 - Episode 3

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/13/2016

Athena travels to the UK and her tragic secret is revealed. Niska's consciousness assessments begin, and the Synths are forced to leave their hideout.

Directors: Carl Tibbetts
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Episode 2
star
7.58
1115 votes

#23 - Episode 2

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/24/2018

A grieving Max must face the consequences of his painful decision. Laura discovers she's not being told everything at the Dryden Commission, while Joe uncovers Karen's shocking secret.

Directors: Jill Robertson
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Episode 3
star
7.57
1028 votes

#24 - Episode 3

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/31/2018

Laura struggles to uncover the truth about Operation Basswood, but a conversation with Sophie inspires a bold idea. Mattie and Leo confront their feelings for each other.

Directors: Al Mackay
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