The BEST episodes of The Night Of season 1

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

After a mind-altering night of drugs and passion, Naz finds himself in the cross-hairs of a very life changing situation.

Last Updated: 9/3/2024Network: HBOStatus: Ended
The Call of the Wild
star
8.37
4278 votes

#1 - The Call of the Wild

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/28/2016

Stone finds himself in the spotlight as Naz's trial reaches an unexpected climax.

Directors: Steven Zaillian
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Ordinary Death
star
8.16
4220 votes

#2 - Ordinary Death

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/21/2016

Naz's trial moves to the defense phase; Stone tails a suspicious family member; Freddy loses a pawn.

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The Beach
star
8.13
4994 votes

#3 - The Beach

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/10/2016

What starts as a perfect night for Pakistani-American student Nasir “Naz” Khan becomes a nightmare when he's arrested for murder.

Directors: Steven Zaillian
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The Art of War
star
8.07
4218 votes

#4 - The Art of War

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/31/2016

Naz weighs the pros and cons of copping a plea as Stone opens a window to Andrea's past.

Directors: James Marsh
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The Season of the Witch
star
8.03
4301 votes

#5 - The Season of the Witch

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/7/2016

Stone takes on a commission; Naz vents his frustrations; Box and Helen gather evidence.

Directors: Steven Zaillian
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Samson and Delilah
star
8.00
4210 votes

#6 - Samson and Delilah

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/14/2016

Stone follows an intriguing new lead; Naz's trial begins with opening statements from the prosecution and defense.

Directors: Steven Zaillian
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A Dark Crate
star
7.97
4422 votes

#7 - A Dark Crate

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/24/2016

As Naz learns the survival rules in Rikers, his parents are tempted by a counteroffer for their son's defense.

Directors: Steven Zaillian
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Subtle Beast
star
7.95
4553 votes

#8 - Subtle Beast

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/17/2016

Stone warns Naz to keep quiet. Box meets with the victim's stepfather and, later, prosecutor Helen Weiss.

Directors: Steven Zaillian
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