The BEST episodes of Revolution season 1

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

Our entire way of life depends on electricity. So what would happen if it just stopped working? Well, one day, like a switch turned off, the world is suddenly thrust back into the dark ages. Planes fall from the sky, hospitals shut down, and communication is impossible. And without any modern technology, who can tell us why? Now, 15 years later, life is back to what it once was long before the industrial revolution: families living in quiet cul-de-sacs, and when the sun goes down lanterns and candles are lit. Life is slower and sweeter. Or is it? On the fringes of small farming communities, danger lurks. And a young woman's life is dramatically changed when a local militia arrives and kills her father, who mysteriously - and unbeknownst to her - had something to do with the blackout. This brutal encounter sets her and two unlikely companions off on a daring coming-of-age journey to find answers about the past in the hopes of reclaiming the future.

Last Updated: 9/19/2024Network: NBCStatus: Ended
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The Dark Tower
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8.01
3106 votes

#1 - The Dark Tower

Season 1 - Episode 20 - Aired 6/3/2013

Life-threatening dangers abound on all sides as the Rebels infiltrate the Tower. Miles' leadership abilities and character are sorely tested as well as his feelings for Rachel and Nora. Aaron's genius comes in handy while Tom Neville and Randall Flynn bring new meaning to the dark side.

Directors: Charles Beeson
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Children of Men
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7.93
3006 votes

#2 - Children of Men

Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/27/2013

Rachel and Monroe battle with more than wits. Meanwhile, Miles, Charlie, Nora and Aaron get inside the Tower but Tom Neville and son Jason get shut out. Miles and Monroe once again face-off, this time even more lethally.

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Clue
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7.86
3242 votes

#3 - Clue

Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/20/2013

A captive Nora is tortured and left for dead. Monroe learns of Rachael’s attempt to reach the Tower but is unaware of her deadly plan for him. Meanwhile, Miles is desperate to find out how so many of his close associates are being brutally murdered. Later, Miles, Charlie, Neville, Jason, Hudson and Sanborn struggle to make it out of the Plains Nation to join Rachel and save her from what they believe to be certain death.

Directors: Helen Shaver
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Nobody's Fault But Mine
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7.77
3866 votes

#4 - Nobody's Fault But Mine

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/26/2012

In the gang’s quest to rescue Danny, the time has come for Miles and Monroe to meet face to face. Meanwhile, on the verge of reuniting with her brother, Charlie is conflicted by a shocking discovery and Rachel tests Monroe’s patience.

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The Love Boat
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7.73
3298 votes

#5 - The Love Boat

Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/6/2013

Miles and Tom Neville find themselves fighting for the same cause but Miles still doesn’t trust him. Charlie, Jason and Nora attempt to pull off a daring river rescue of Dr. Stephen Camp to keep deadly anthrax out of the hands of Monroe. Meanwhile Rachel and Aaron are captured and threatened by Militia forces.

Directors: Charles Beeson
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Ties That Bind
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7.72
3833 votes

#6 - Ties That Bind

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/12/2012

When Nora encounters a close relative, she must make a difficult choice between family and a promise. Meanwhile, one of the most ruthless members of the Militia is tracking Miles, Charlie and the gang and General Monroe hands Captain Neville a stern warning.

Directors: Guy Bee
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The Children's Crusade
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7.71
3864 votes

#7 - The Children's Crusade

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/5/2012

When Charlie meets a boy who's suffered a plight similar to her own, she relates and longs to help him and his young friends. First, she must convince Miles. Meanwhile, Rachel grows weary of General Monroe as she meets someone from her past.

Directors: Charles Beeson
Writer: Matt Pitts
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Soul Train
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7.62
4582 votes

#8 - Soul Train

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/15/2012

As the gang nears Neville and his men, their hopes of finding Danny grow until a shocking discovery threatens to impede their efforts. Meanwhile, orders from Monroe have upped the value of Danny's life and Nora connects with a fellow Rebel.

Directors: Jon Cassar
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No Quarter
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7.61
4915 votes

#9 - No Quarter

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/1/2012

On the run from the Militia, Nora leads Miles and Charlie back to the Rebel camp. Aaron and Maggie search for Grace, and Danny stands up to one of Captain Neville’s men.

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The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia
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7.59
3582 votes

#10 - The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia

Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/22/2013

Paranoia strikes Monroe deeply as Neville disappears and Neville’s son Jason makes a big decision. Meanwhile, the familial bond between Miles and Charlie grows stronger. Elsewhere, Miles experiences romantic attraction with both Rachel and Nora. Rachel sets off on her dangerous quest to infiltrate the Tower and restore power to the world before Monroe can ignite a nuclear device.

Directors: Nick Copus
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The Stand
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7.59
3579 votes

#11 - The Stand

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/25/2013

Miles leads the rebel squad out of Philadelphia and away from Monroe’s helicopters and machine guns. Meanwhile, a guilt-ridden Rachel tries to redeem herself by providing power to the rebels, but once again must leave her children, Charlie and Danny, behind. As if there wasn’t enough heat, romantic sparks ignite between Miles and Nora.

Directors: Steve Boyum
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The Longest Day
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7.58
3094 votes

#12 - The Longest Day

Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 5/13/2013

Romantic connections heat up between two couples — Miles and Nora and Charlie and Jason — but disastrous drone strikes from the Militia threaten them all. An assassination attempt on Monroe heightens his paranoia and Georgia Federation President Foster contemplates surrender. Meanwhile, Rachel and Aaron push through the Plains Nation into Colorado.

Directors: Steve Boyum
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The Song Remains the Same
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7.57
3565 votes

#13 - The Song Remains the Same

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/8/2013

Neville faces danger and hard choices as Monroe doubts his loyalty, he disowns his son Jason and gets captured by Miles. Rachel and Charlie begin slowly patching their relationship only to be pulled apart again as Rachel suddenly embarks on a quest to restore the power and her self-respect. She must make a dangerous journey to the mysterious Tower as it holds her only chance at redemption.

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Home
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7.56
3330 votes

#14 - Home

Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/29/2013

When the past catches up with Miles and Monroe in the form of mutual heartthrob, Emma all hell breaks loose for them physically and emotionally. Charlie and Nora are the ones who rescue Miles this time. Meanwhile Aaron’s life is turned inside out while accompanying Rachel on her tenacious trek to the mysterious Tower where she plans to restore the power.

Directors: Jon Cassar
Writer: David Rambo
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Kashmir
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7.55
3741 votes

#15 - Kashmir

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/19/2012

Miles and the gang are bound for Monroe's lair - Independence Hall, but their efforts are impeded when they begin to have difficulty separating fantasy from reality. Meanwhile, Neville starts to grow suspicious of Rachel.

Directors: Charles Beeson
Writer: Jim Barnes
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Ghosts
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7.55
3769 votes

#16 - Ghosts

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/1/2013

A final act of heroism by one of their own saves the lives of Charlie and the gang, but the loss devastates everyone and they must carry on with heavy hearts but increased resolve. Miles sets out on a mission with Nora to recruit his former Militia comrade, Jim Hudson and enlist his savage killing skills. Meanwhile, Rachel looks for a power source and a way back into the heart of her daughter Charlie. Rachel also attempts to elude the grip of Randall Flynn, her ruthless former boss and ally of Monroe.

Directors: Miguel Sapochnik
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The Plague Dogs
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7.53
4739 votes

#17 - The Plague Dogs

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/8/2012

After Charlie and Nora rescue Miles from Militia, they set off to meet Aaron and Maggie. Tracking Miles and Charlie at every turn is Nate. As the gang reunites and continues on their journey, unforeseeable challenges await.

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Sex and Drugs
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7.52
4044 votes

#18 - Sex and Drugs

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/29/2012

In order to save Nora from her injury, Miles leads the gang on a detour to visit an old acquaintance of his for medical support, but they quickly find themselves in unfriendly territory. Aaron recalls his meek history as he looks back at his pre/post-blackout life, and Neville delivers Danny to Monroe.

Directors: Steve Boyum
Writer: David Rambo
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Pilot
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7.51
6114 votes

#19 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/17/2012

A family struggles in an American landscape of empty cities, militias and freedom fighters, where every piece of technology has blacked out forever.

Directors: Jon Favreau
Writer: Eric Kripke
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Chained Heat
star
7.42
5411 votes

#20 - Chained Heat

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/24/2012

In order to rescue Danny, Miles knows he and the gang will need help. Thus, the search begins for Nora, a rebel fighter battling against the Militia. Meanwhile, Aaron confides in Maggie and Danny lays witness to what Captain Neville is capable of.

Directors: Charles Beeson
Writer: Eric Kripke
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