The BEST episodes of The Kominsky Method

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

Acting coach Sandy Kominsky and best friend Norman Newlander keep each other laughing as they tackle the curveballs that life throws at them while navigating their later years.

Last Updated: 12/25/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
Chapter 22. The fundamental things apply
star
7.98
284 votes

#1 - Chapter 22. The fundamental things apply

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/28/2021

Everyone gathers for a heartfelt wedding. And as time moves forward, schemes fall apart and dreams come true.

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Chapter 10. An Old Flame, an Old Wick
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7.85
359 votes

#2 - Chapter 10. An Old Flame, an Old Wick

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/25/2019

Norman and Madelyn get closer as they spend time together in Santa Barbara. When Sandy meets Mindy's boyfriend, he discovers they have a lot in common.

Directors: Beth McCarthy-Miller
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Chapter 15. A Hand Job Is Forgiven
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7.78
342 votes

#3 - Chapter 15. A Hand Job Is Forgiven

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/25/2019

An accident forces Sandy to come clean with Mindy. After visiting Eileen's grave, Phoebe tries to make amends with Norman, but it doesn't go well.

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Chapter 14. A Secret Leaks, a Teacher Speaks
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7.77
353 votes

#4 - Chapter 14. A Secret Leaks, a Teacher Speaks

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/25/2019

Despite Norman's prodding, Sandy remains reluctant to share some important news with Mindy. Norman and Madelyn come to an understanding.

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Chapter 12. A Libido Sits in the Fridge
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7.75
353 votes

#5 - Chapter 12. A Libido Sits in the Fridge

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/25/2019

Interactions with two women have Sandy contemplating his changing libido. Norman tries to reconcile with both Phoebe and Madelyn.

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Chapter 16. A Thetan Arrives
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7.70
342 votes

#6 - Chapter 16. A Thetan Arrives

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/25/2019

As Norman contemplates retiring, an unexpected visitor has him considering his spiritual life. Sandy dislikes changes Mindy is making at the studio.

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Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves
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7.70
536 votes

#7 - Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/16/2018

Sandy helps Norman organize an event with complicated arrangements and invites Lisa on an unusual date. Norman is a hit with Sandy's class.

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Chapter 20. The round toes, of the high shoes
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7.69
265 votes

#8 - Chapter 20. The round toes, of the high shoes

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/28/2021

A famous actor comes to Sandy's class and creates a stir. Sandy and Roz find themselves getting along. An unexpected offer materializes for Sandy.

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Chapter 9. An Actor Forgets
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7.69
385 votes

#9 - Chapter 9. An Actor Forgets

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/25/2019

Sandy has concerns about the man Mindy's dating. Norman starts seeing an old flame. Sandy tries to give his class a dose of truth about the acting life.

Directors: Andy Tennant
Writer: Chuck Lorre
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Chapter 13. A Shenckman Equivocates
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7.66
347 votes

#10 - Chapter 13. A Shenckman Equivocates

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/25/2019

Sandy urges Norman to make a grand gesture for Madelyn. After Martin experiences a medical episode, Sandy decides to have a complete checkup.

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Chapter 7. A String Is Attached
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7.65
431 votes

#11 - Chapter 7. A String Is Attached

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/16/2018

Norman contemplates a financial arrangement with Sandy. Sandy tries to smooth things over with Lisa. Mindy helps her father with his tax situation.

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Chapter 11. An Odd Couple Occurs
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7.63
352 votes

#12 - Chapter 11. An Odd Couple Occurs

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/25/2019

Mindy's not thrilled with her dad and boyfriend's growing friendship. Norman's daughter leaves rehab, returning home while Madelyn is visiting.

Directors: Andy Tennant
Writer: Chuck Lorre
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Chapter 21. Near, far, wherever you are
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7.59
274 votes

#13 - Chapter 21. Near, far, wherever you are

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/28/2021

Phoebe and Robbie continue to try to persuade Sandy to release more of their inheritance money. Sandy begins working on a new acting role.

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Chapter 8. A Widow Approaches
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7.58
413 votes

#14 - Chapter 8. A Widow Approaches

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/16/2018

Norman has lunch with a widowed friend of Eileen's. Sandy and Norman attend a Parkinson's fundraiser. Norman is haunted by women from his past.

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Chapter 17. In all the old familiar places
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7.56
301 votes

#15 - Chapter 17. In all the old familiar places

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/28/2021

After Norman passes away, his loved ones share some uncomfortable memories at his funeral, and Sandy reminisces about their long friendship.

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Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns
star
7.54
461 votes

#16 - Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/16/2018

Norman worries he may have made the wrong decision about Phoebe. Sandy wants to take his relationship with Lisa to the next level.

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Chapter 3. A Prostate Enlarges
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7.53
472 votes

#17 - Chapter 3. A Prostate Enlarges

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/16/2018

Sandy contends with a worsening prostate problem and conflict between his students. Norman deals with his troubled daughter.

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Chapter 6. A Daughter Detoxes
star
7.50
439 votes

#18 - Chapter 6. A Daughter Detoxes

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/16/2018

Norman and Sandy drive Phoebe to rehab, then spend the night at a casino. Sandy faces a financial quandary and learns he's angered Lisa.

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Chapter 18. You only give me your funny paper
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7.48
278 votes

#19 - Chapter 18. You only give me your funny paper

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/28/2021

Sandy receives both a surprise inheritance and a giant headache as executor of Norman's estate. Mindy begins seeing Martin in a new light.

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Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids
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7.46
614 votes

#20 - Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/16/2018

As Sandy gets to know a new student better, he puts off visiting an old friend who wants to see him. Norman copes with a difficult issue at home.

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Chapter 19. And it's getting more and more absurd
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7.44
270 votes

#21 - Chapter 19. And it's getting more and more absurd

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/28/2021

Angry about Sandy's constraints on their money, Phoebe, Robbie, Mindy— and Mindy's mother—confront him. Sandy and Martin have a falling out.

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Chapter 4. A Kegel Squeaks
star
7.41
465 votes

#22 - Chapter 4. A Kegel Squeaks

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/16/2018

Sandy and Norman turn to each other for support. Sandy waits for his test results. Tension ramps up between Norman and Phoebe.

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