The BEST episodes of The Outsider (2020)

Every episode of The Outsider (2020) ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Outsider (2020)!

When an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator to question everything they believe in.

Last Updated: 6/9/2026Network: HBOStatus: Ended
Fish in a Barrel
star
7.97
1951 votes

#1 - Fish in a Barrel

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/12/2020

When the body of an 11-year-old boy is found in the Georgia woods, detective Ralph Anderson launches an investigation into the gruesome murder.

Directors: Jason Bateman
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Tigers and Bears
star
7.85
1749 votes

#2 - Tigers and Bears

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/1/2020

After obscuring their true purpose in town from local police, Ralph and Yunis interview witnesses from the cave festival, while Holly and Andy visit the scene. The group considers its next move as Claude deals with the weight of his role.

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Roanoke
star
7.77
1801 votes

#3 - Roanoke

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/12/2020

During a surreptitious late-night visit with Terry, Ralph admits to being baffled by conflicting physical evidence. An unexpected tragedy throws the investigation into a tailspin. Glory tries to soothe her daughter.

Directors: Jason Bateman
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Foxhead
star
7.76
1756 votes

#4 - Foxhead

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/23/2020

Sensing something ominous afoot, Claude reconnects with his brother in Tennessee. Holly, Ralph, Yunis and Andy follow him in hopes of isolating the evil force and thwarting its next kill. A visiting family avoids danger.

Directors: J.D. Dillard
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The One About the Yiddish Vampire
star
7.73
1598 votes

#5 - The One About the Yiddish Vampire

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/9/2020

Holly presents her unusual theory about the connection between two other mysterious child murders and the Frankie Peterson case. While Ralph remains skeptical, Jeannie’s attempt to include Glory in their group of concerned citizens backfires.

Directors: Karyn Kusama
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Dark Uncle
star
7.68
1676 votes

#6 - Dark Uncle

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/19/2020

Frustrated by their lack of progress, Ralph and GBI detective Yunis Sablo meet with Alec and Howie, who suggest bringing in unorthodox PI Holly Gibney. Jack has a hair-raising experience at a remote barn. Glory deals with fallout at her daughters' school.

Directors: Andrew Bernstein
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Que Viene el Coco
star
7.64
1655 votes

#7 - Que Viene el Coco

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/26/2020

Holly pursues a possible connection to an eerily similar case and gains valuable insight from local former detective Andy Katcavage. Glory faces increased scrutiny in her daily life, and Jack's behavior grows progressively more erratic.

Directors: Andrew Bernstein
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Must/Can't
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7.61
1741 votes

#8 - Must/Can't

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/8/2020

The group finds itself in a climactic showdown in their last-ditch, desperate attempt to root out El Coco.

Directors: Andrew Bernstein
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In the Pines, in the Pines
star
7.60
1752 votes

#9 - In the Pines, in the Pines

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/16/2020

Holly makes a calculated attempt to help a volatile but conflicted Jack, while their whereabouts are tracked by Ralph and Alec. Glory considers Howie's suggestion on how to secure her family's financial future.

Directors: Daina Reid
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Tear-Drinker
star
7.44
1576 votes

#10 - Tear-Drinker

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/2/2020

Holly searches for clues at several locations connected to the Dayton case. Jeannie finds herself shaken by an unnerving incident at work and delivers an ominous warning to Ralph. Jack is put on the defensive at Tamika’s baby shower.

Directors: Igor Martinovic
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