The WORST episodes of Insecure

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

Follows the awkward experiences and racy tribulations of a modern-day African-American woman. Issa and Molly, these best friends must deal with their own real-life flaws as they attempt to navigate different worlds and cope with an endless series of uncomfortable everyday experiences.

Last Updated: 8/14/2024Network: HBOStatus: Ended
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Insecure as F**k
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7.48
1193 votes

#1 - Insecure as F**k

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/9/2016

In the wake of her 29th birthday, Issa Dee reconsiders her dead-end relationship with Lawrence, her live-in boyfriend. Meanwhile, Issa’s best friend, Molly, mourns her singledom and the state of her “lady parts.” Later, Issa uses an open-mic night as an excuse to reconnect with an ex.

Directors: Melina Matsoukas
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Pressure, Okay?!
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7.59
150 votes

#2 - Pressure, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/7/2021

Still adjusting to newfound responsibilities, one of Issa’s exes finds himself torn between two places, while an important woman in his life remains wary of his ability to be fully present back home.

Directors: Ava Berkofsky
Writer: Jason Lew
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Choices, Okay?!
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7.59
128 votes

#3 - Choices, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/12/2021

At a crossroads in her career, Issa weighs the pros and cons of two viable paths while simultaneously contemplating an important personal next step. Meanwhile, with help from Kelli, Molly spends an overwhelming day getting her parents’ estate plan in order.

Directors: Kevin Bray
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Faulty, Okay?!
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7.62
155 votes

#4 - Faulty, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/14/2021

Issa and her new man tread awkward waters at a work-related social event. Meanwhile, Molly juggles multiple suitors, and Issa plays defense against online attacks about her business.

Directors: Maurice Marable
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Racist as F**k
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7.62
810 votes

#5 - Racist as F**k

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/23/2016

Issa and Lawrence try to move past their issues at home, as she deals with her colleagues’ doubts and he gets a reality check from a head hunter. Molly introduces Jared to her friends, and later struggles to give words of wisdom to a new summer associate at work.

Directors: Melina Matsoukas
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Messy as F**k
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7.63
962 votes

#6 - Messy as F**k

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/16/2016

After the unexpected events of the previous night, Issa tries to decide what to do about Lawrence, while sticking to her plan to embrace a bolder side of herself. Molly treats herself to a “fancy day” and goes on a promising date. Lawrence gets advice from an unexpected source.

Directors: Cecile Emeke
Writer: Issa Rae
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Lowkey Trippin'
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7.66
185 votes

#7 - Lowkey Trippin'

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/24/2020

Molly and Andrew take off for their first couples’ vacation with Andrew’s brother Victor and his wife Lydia – and despite their packed schedule, the trip is smooth sailing until a hotel employee steps out of line. Meanwhile, Molly begins to reevaluate her inability to let things go.

Directors: Jay Ellis
Writer: Jason Lew
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Growth, Okay?!
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7.69
160 votes

#8 - Growth, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/31/2021

Despite her now thriving business, Issa struggles to find her footing and turns to an old friend for support. Meanwhile, Molly contemplates jumping back into the dating pool.

Directors: Maurice Marable
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Hella Questions
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7.72
635 votes

#9 - Hella Questions

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/30/2017

Issa tries to make sense of a cryptic encounter. Lawrence considers some crucial decisions. After being on the receiving end of some harsh truths, Molly plots to join the office "boys club." Issa and Frieda encounter a problematic vice principal.

Directors: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Amy Aniobi
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Reunited, Okay?!
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7.74
151 votes

#10 - Reunited, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/24/2021

Pulling up to her ten-year college reunion in style as an alumni panelist, Issa’s self-doubt quickly surfaces, while Molly — still reeling from her breakup — struggles to get out of her own head. As the crew takes the opportunity to reflect, old wounds remain tender.

Directors: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Amy Aniobi
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Lowkey Feelin' Myself
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7.74
221 votes

#11 - Lowkey Feelin' Myself

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/12/2020

With Condola's guidance, Issa prepares for a mixer in her courtyard to pitch the block party to potential sponsors – but tensions rise when they discover a mutual connection. Molly begins to develop unexpected feelings for Andrew.

Directors: Kevin Bray
Writer: Issa Rae
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Tired, Okay?!
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7.74
144 votes

#12 - Tired, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/28/2021

A distracted Issa mulls over work and love as she stumbles through the consequences of her falling out with a colleague. Meanwhile, Molly — still struggling to cope with family matters — finds comfort in an unlikely source.

Directors: Natasha Rothwell
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Shady as F**k
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7.74
743 votes

#13 - Shady as F**k

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/6/2016

Issa is mortified when a video of her profanity-laced rap at an open-mike night goes viral.

Directors: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Ben Dougan
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Guilty as F**k
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7.75
694 votes

#14 - Guilty as F**k

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/13/2016

Issa tries to hide her guilt from Lawrence, who reiterates his love for her. Meanwhile, Molly dives into a new romance, but has second thoughts about the future after learning unsavory details about her new boyfriend's past.

Directors: Debbie Allen
Writer: Amy Aniobi
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Lowkey Losin' It
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7.76
219 votes

#15 - Lowkey Losin' It

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/3/2020

The girls get together to help Tiffany with her new baby girl. Later, Issa struggles to finalize key details for the block party and turns to Molly to leverage Andrew's connections.

Directors: Nijla Mu'min
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Backwards-Like
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7.80
299 votes

#16 - Backwards-Like

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/26/2018

Issa is inspired while recruiting at a job fair with Frieda. Later, she treats Daniel to a thank-you dinner as she remains hopeful about their future. Molly starts her dream job at a black-owned law firm.

Directors: Maurice Marable
Writer: Ben Dougan
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Hella Open
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7.80
592 votes

#17 - Hella Open

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/6/2017

Issa's sexual frustration prompts her to reassess her dating outlook; Molly meets a potential beau on a girls' night out; Lawrence's new work friends test his commitment.

Directors: Marta Cunningham
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Lowkey Done
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7.82
190 votes

#18 - Lowkey Done

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/17/2020

In need of some positive vibes after the block party, Issa goes out of her way to do good for random people across L.A., eventually turning to an unlikely source for comfort. Meanwhile, Kelli urges her friends to reconcile.

Directors: Lacey Duke
Writer: Fran Richter
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Better-Like
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7.82
337 votes

#19 - Better-Like

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/12/2018

Issa crashes on Daniel’s couch and tries to save up extra cash. Molly returns from a beach vacation with renewed determination to maintain boundaries in her life.

Directors: Prentice Penny
Writer: Issa Rae
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Thirsty as F**k
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7.85
715 votes

#20 - Thirsty as F**k

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/30/2016

Although things are better than ever with Lawrence, Issa turns to Daniel for help during Career Day. Molly finds herself in a tough position when a partner asks her to give Rasheeda a talking-to. Facing disappointment at his new job, Lawrence bonds with a surprising confidante.

Directors: Kevin Bray
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Ready-Like
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7.85
289 votes

#21 - Ready-Like

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/16/2018

Issa needs moral support when her new project proves more complicated than she originally thought; Issa and Kelli press Molly to consider dating someone new; the girls attend Tiffany's baby shower and try to be helpful.

Directors: Liesl Tommy
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Fresh-Like
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7.86
292 votes

#22 - Fresh-Like

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/2/2018

Issa tries to let go of some cherished mementos. At work, Frieda tries to help Issa get back in Joanne's good graces. Molly bonds with her new colleagues about an over-confident associate and vents to her therapist about her status at work.

Directors: Stella Meghie
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Surviving, Okay?!
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7.86
141 votes

#23 - Surviving, Okay?!

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/21/2021

A family emergency finds Molly stretched thin between taking care of loved ones, staying on top of work, and zeroing in on her own perceived shortcomings. As a hectic day unfolds, Issa and her new man grow closer than ever.

Directors: Kerry Washington
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Obsessed-Like
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7.87
282 votes

#24 - Obsessed-Like

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/23/2018

Issa tries to concentrate on her business plan but is driven to distraction; Molly steps out of her comfort zone in her love life.

Directors: Kevin Bray
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Lowkey Distant
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7.90
226 votes

#25 - Lowkey Distant

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/19/2020

When Issa and Condola decide to confront the elephant in the room head-on, Lawrence gets uncomfortable. In search of a real connection, Molly struggles to get Andrew to open up during a carefully architected date night.

Directors: Thembi Banks
Writer: Amy Aniobi
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