The BEST episodes of The Kominsky Method season 1

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

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: 3/18/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended

7.69

543 votes

#1 - 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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7.63

435 votes

#2 - 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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7.55

417 votes

#3 - 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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7.52

463 votes

#4 - 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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7.51

478 votes

#5 - 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.

7.49

443 votes

#6 - 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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7.46

622 votes

#7 - 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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7.39

472 votes

#8 - 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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