The BEST episodes of One Day at a Time (2017) season 1

Every episode of One Day at a Time (2017) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of One Day at a Time (2017) season 1!

In a reimagining of the TV classic, a newly single Latina mother raises her teen daughter and tween son with the "help" of her old-school mom.

Last Updated: 8/31/2024Network: PopStatus: Ended
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Quinces
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8.65
272 votes

#1 - Quinces

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/6/2017

Everyone pitches in to prepare for Elena's quinceañera. While rehearsing their father-daughter dance, Elena reveals a truth about herself to her dad.

Directors: Pamela Fryman
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Sex Talk
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8.20
259 votes

#2 - Sex Talk

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/6/2017

When Penelope finds porn on Alex's laptop, she struggles to talk to him about sex, but their reluctant conversation leads to a surprising discovery.

Directors: Michael Lembeck
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Pride & Prejudice
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8.12
242 votes

#3 - Pride & Prejudice

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/6/2017

Although she wants to be accepting and open-minded, Penelope feels weird about Elena's revelation. Seeking advice, she makes an unexpected connection.

Directors: Linda Mendoza
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Strays
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8.03
262 votes

#4 - Strays

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/6/2017

Lydia grows suspicious of Elena and Carmen's intense relationship. Penelope later discovers that the inseparable friends are keeping a big secret.

Directors: Phill Lewis
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Viva Cuba
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7.90
242 votes

#5 - Viva Cuba

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/6/2017

Elena gets a congratulatory letter that leaves a bitter taste in her mouth. For a school project, Alex interviews Lydia, who reveals a family secret.

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No Mass
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7.87
285 votes

#6 - No Mass

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/6/2017

When Lydia disappears after a heated argument with her daughter about religion, the smooth running of the household falls apart in her absence.

Directors: Phill Lewis
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Hurricane Victor
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7.85
233 votes

#7 - Hurricane Victor

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/6/2017

Just when Penelope starts to date again, her estranged husband Victor makes a surprise visit home that rekindles old feelings between them.

Directors: Pamela Fryman
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One Lie at a Time
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7.85
255 votes

#8 - One Lie at a Time

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/6/2017

Penelope tells her family she has a date and Lydia says she's going to church, but each secretly goes elsewhere. Meanwhile, Elena tests an attraction.

Directors: Phill Lewis
Writer: Debby Wolfe
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Bobos and Mamitas
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7.71
316 votes

#9 - Bobos and Mamitas

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/6/2017

When Penelope and Elena complain about not being taken seriously as women at work and school, Lydia offers advice from an older generation.

Directors: Pamela Fryman
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The Death of Mrs. Resnick
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7.67
260 votes

#10 - The Death of Mrs. Resnick

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/6/2017

When Penelope's faithful car finally breaks down for good and she's forced to trade it in, she meets a kindred spirit in the unlikeliest of places.

Directors: Victor Gonzalez
Writer: Andy Roth
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A Snowman's Tale
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7.63
266 votes

#11 - A Snowman's Tale

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/6/2017

Penelope suddenly finds herself back in the dating game after Schneider shows her how to use an online app for meeting people.

Directors: Phill Lewis
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Hold, Please
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7.56
255 votes

#12 - Hold, Please

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/6/2017

While navigating her way through an endless maze of red tape with Veterans Affairs to make a medical appointment, Penelope reaches her breaking point.

Directors: Victor Gonzalez
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This Is It
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7.27
462 votes

#13 - This Is It

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/6/2017

Penelope tries to convince her feminist daughter Elena to have a traditional quinceañera to celebrate her 15th birthday and to honor her Cuban roots.

Directors: Pamela Fryman
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