The BEST episodes of Humans season 1

Every episode of Humans season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Humans season 1!

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
Episode 7
star
8.01
2591 votes

#1 - 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

#2 - 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

#3 - 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 4
star
7.89
2746 votes

#4 - 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 2
star
7.82
3089 votes

#5 - 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 1
star
7.74
3766 votes

#6 - 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 3
star
7.72
2783 votes

#7 - 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

#8 - 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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