The BEST episodes of Impulse

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

16-year-old Henry Coles is an outsider in her new town of Reston, New York. With a major chip on her shoulder and no friends, she remains withdrawn and isolated, but everything changes when a traumatic encounter with a classmate triggers something deep within Henry— unleashing a power she cannot control.

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New Beginnings
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8.07
845 votes

#1 - New Beginnings

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/6/2018

After a heart-to-heart with Cleo, Henry faces a life-altering decision: leave Reston for a fresh start, or stay with the Hope family and confront her enemies.

Directors: Mairzee Almas
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Making Amends
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7.81
371 votes

#2 - Making Amends

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/16/2019

Nikolai makes a startling confession that drives Henry further away from her family and friends.

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They Know Not What They Do
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7.71
846 votes

#3 - They Know Not What They Do

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/6/2018

As Henry sets out to find her mother, Cleo navigates an unwanted showdown between Bill Boone and his business associates.

Directors: Cherien Dabis
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Vita/Mors
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7.70
1000 votes

#4 - Vita/Mors

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/6/2018

After finding herself in an unknown place, Henry seeks out Jenna and Townes in search of some answers.

Directors: Mark Tonderai
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Pilot
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7.70
1185 votes

#5 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/6/2018

When Cleo's boyfriend, Thomas, decides to sell Henry's car, Henry enlists the help of high school basketball star, Clay Boone, to steal it back. But when Henry experiences inexplicable seizures, things quickly escalate beyond her control.

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The End of the World
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7.66
381 votes

#6 - The End of the World

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/16/2019

Enjoying a newfound self-confidence, Henry attends the school dance, while Jenna and Townes are forced to confront their own emotional triggers.

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A Moment of Clarity
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7.65
370 votes

#7 - A Moment of Clarity

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/16/2019

Anna’s suspicions reach new heights as Henry grows increasingly desperate to evade exposure.

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Awakening
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7.63
844 votes

#8 - Awakening

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/6/2018

As Cleo fights for her daughter's well-being, Henry battles her own inner demons.

Directors: Rebecca Johnson
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Treading Water
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7.60
904 votes

#9 - Treading Water

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/6/2018

Rattled by her newfound power, Henry tests her ability with the help of Thomas's daughter, Jenna Hope, and fellow outsider, Townes Linderman.

Directors: Ed Fraiman
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Seven of Hearts
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7.58
390 votes

#10 - Seven of Hearts

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/16/2019

After searching through her father’s belongings, Henry makes a meaningful discovery that puts pressure on Nikolai.

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Fight or Flight
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7.58
446 votes

#11 - Fight or Flight

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/16/2019

Jenna and Townes help Henry prepare for her next meeting with the mysterious teleporter. Anna navigates local politics.

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Mind on Fire
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7.57
496 votes

#12 - Mind on Fire

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/16/2019

Still reeling from her violent encounter with Bill Boone, Henry tries to let off some steam at a party.

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He Said, She Said
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7.56
866 votes

#13 - He Said, She Said

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/6/2018

After Henry and Clay have a fight, Cleo tries to make amends by inviting the Boones over for dinner. But the evening takes a devastating turn.

Directors: Maggie Kiley
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State of Mind
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7.56
999 votes

#14 - State of Mind

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/6/2018

After a visit with a neurologist, Henry hopes her new meds will fix everything. Meanwhile, Bill Boone attempts to identify his son Clay's attacker.

Directors: Alex Kalymnios
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The Tether
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7.55
365 votes

#15 - The Tether

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/16/2019

As Henry gains a deeper understanding of her abilities, things at home reach a boiling point. Anna’s family pressures her to make a change.

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Crossing the Threshold
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7.55
401 votes

#16 - Crossing the Threshold

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/16/2019

Henry tries to conquer her past, while Jenna and Townes explore their futures, going on a college visit that offers unexpected opportunities. Anna faces an inquiry at work.

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The Moroi
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7.51
419 votes

#17 - The Moroi

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/16/2019

Young Nikolai struggles to control his newfound abilities.

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For Those Lost
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7.47
429 votes

#18 - For Those Lost

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/16/2019

Henry and Cleo take a road trip, hoping to find information on Henry’s father. Anna begins an investigation of her own.

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The Eagle and the Bee
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7.44
953 votes

#19 - The Eagle and the Bee

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/6/2018

Left with no one's support, Henry returns to the unknown place only to discover a startling connection to her past.

Directors: Helen Shaver
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In Memoriam
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7.39
889 votes

#20 - In Memoriam

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/6/2018

While Henry returns to Reston with someone from her past, Clay faces some harsh truths about his new reality.

Directors: Valerie Weiss
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