The BEST episodes of Special season 1

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

A young gay man with cerebral palsy branches out from his insular existence in hopes of finally going after the life he wants.

Last Updated: 12/13/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
Chapter Eight: Gay Gardens
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7.79
110 votes

#1 - Chapter Eight: Gay Gardens

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/12/2019

Conflicted by how he’s being defined, Ryan decides to come clean at work and with his friends. But focusing on himself leaves Karen feeling left out.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter Three: Free Scones
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7.72
122 votes

#2 - Chapter Three: Free Scones

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/12/2019

Karen reluctantly agrees to help Ryan find an apartment while Kim eagerly volunteers to help him check another big milestone off his list.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter Five: Vagina Momologues
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7.59
112 votes

#3 - Chapter Five: Vagina Momologues

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/12/2019

Karen’s shopping trip is cut short as she tends to pressing matters for her mother and Ryan, fueling frustrations with her role as dual-caregiver.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter Six: Straight Potential
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7.59
109 votes

#4 - Chapter Six: Straight Potential

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/12/2019

While Ryan attends a dudes’ poker night, Karen lets loose with Phil at home, basking in her affection for him -- and for grilled cheese.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter Two: The Deep End
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7.45
127 votes

#5 - Chapter Two: The Deep End

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/12/2019

Kim encourages a daunted Ryan to be more comfortable with his body at Olivia’s pool party, where they both make some surprising new friends.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter Four: Housechilling Party
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7.42
124 votes

#6 - Chapter Four: Housechilling Party

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/12/2019

Ryan’s underwhelming attempt at a housewarming party leads to a bonding session with Kim. Karen’s nest doesn’t stay empty for long.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date
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7.40
111 votes

#7 - Chapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/12/2019

An unconventional blind date leads Ryan to examine his own biases and insecurities. Friction develops in Karen and Phil’s burgeoning romance.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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Chapter One: Cerebral LOLzy
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7.26
146 votes

#8 - Chapter One: Cerebral LOLzy

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/12/2019

In the wake of being hit by a car, Ryan begins a coveted internship and finds an opportunity to redefine himself based on his recent run-in.

Directors: Anna Dokoza
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