The BEST episodes of The Diplomat season 1

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

Amid an international crisis, a career diplomat juggles her new high-profile job as ambassador to the UK and her turbulent marriage to a political star.

Last Updated: 12/17/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

8.01

662 votes

#1 - The James Bond Clause

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/20/2023

In London, Hal's actions cause friction as Kate heads to Paris with Dennison to get a handle on the Lenkov situation, which soon takes a shocking turn.

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7.82

694 votes

#2 - Lambs in the Dark

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/20/2023

At Winfield, President Rayburn's plans in the Gulf have the staff on edge as tensions between a determined Hal and a strong-willed Kate come to a head.

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7.74

674 votes

#3 - He Bought a Hat

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/20/2023

As Rayburn's rep takes a hit, Kate drops in on Dennison's private meeting at the UK Foreign Office and learns startling information about the attack.

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7.62

628 votes

#4 - Some Lusty Tornado

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/20/2023

To appease Trowbridge, Kate seeks Hal's help with a high-profile visitor and consults an informed source in secret as complicated feelings begin to grow.

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7.59

610 votes

#5 - Keep Your Enemies Closer

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/20/2023

After a sit-down with a Russian ambassador leads to new intel and mixed messages, Kate takes a trip to the Oval Office and reconnects with an old friend.

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7.56

643 votes

#6 - The Dogcatcher

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/20/2023

Tempers flare at Chevening House, where an unexpected guest's arrival sends Kate and Dennison scrambling for a resolution. Hal makes a new connection.

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7.49

719 votes

#7 - Don't Call It a Kidnapping

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/20/2023

As new details about the bombing emerge, Kate struggles to see eye-to-eye with Hal. Prime Minister Trowbridge's fiery remarks at a funeral cause a stir.

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7.37

850 votes

#8 - The Cinderella Thing

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/20/2023

After a hostile attack on a British vessel, seasoned diplomat Kate Wyler assumes a new role in the UK that puts her skills — and marriage — to the test.

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