The WORST episodes of Impulse

Every episode of Impulse ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst 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 With a major chip on her shoulder and no friends, she remains withdrawn and isolated, but everything changes when a traumatic encounter with a classmate triggers something deep within Henry— unleashing a power she cannot control.

Last Updated: 9/3/2024Network: YouTube PremiumStatus: Ended

7.38

895 votes

#1 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan, Michael Bhim

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7.43

959 votes

#2 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan, Matt Pitts

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7.46

432 votes

#3 - 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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7.51

421 votes

#4 - The Moroi

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

Young Nikolai struggles to control his newfound abilities.

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7.53

368 votes

#5 - 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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7.54

403 votes

#6 - 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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7.55

1006 votes

#7 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan

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7.55

870 votes

#8 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan, Torrey Speer

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7.56

500 votes

#9 - 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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7.56

450 votes

#10 - 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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7.57

393 votes

#11 - 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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7.60

912 votes

#12 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan

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7.63

847 votes

#13 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan

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7.64

373 votes

#14 - 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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7.65

384 votes

#15 - 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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7.69

1194 votes

#16 - 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.

Directors: Doug Liman, Mohammad Ghorbankarimi

Writer: Clare McQuillan, Gary Spinelli, Jason Horwitch

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7.69

1008 votes

#17 - 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

Writer: John McCutcheon

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7.71

849 votes

#18 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan, Matt Pitts

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7.81

373 votes

#19 - 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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8.06

848 votes

#20 - 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

Writer: Clare McQuillan

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