The BEST episodes of The Wonder Years season 1

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

The Wonder Years tells the story of Kevin Arnold facing the trials and tribulations of youth while growing up during the 1960s. Told through narration from an adult Kevin, Kevin faces the difficulties of maintaining relationships and friendships on his enthralling journey into adulthood.

Last Updated: 9/10/2024Network: ABC (US)Status: Ended
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Pilot
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8.24
568 votes

#1 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/31/1988

Kevin and Paul attend Robert F Kennedy Junior High for the first time. Winnie's brother is killed in Vietnam. Kevin and Winnie kiss for the first time.

Directors: Steve Miner
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My Father's Office
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7.94
522 votes

#2 - My Father's Office

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/29/1988

Kevin learns more about his dad by spending a day at his office.

Directors: Jeffrey Brown
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Swingers
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7.92
519 votes

#3 - Swingers

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/22/1988

Even at Brian's funeral, all Kevin can think about is Winnie. Sex Education begins at school, but the boys want to learn more - so they steal a book.

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Angel
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7.64
392 votes

#4 - Angel

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/5/1988

Karen doesn't communicate with her parents anymore. It's made worse when she brings home a new boyfriend. Kevin takes an immediate dislike to Louis.

Directors: Art Wolff
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Dance with Me
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7.43
359 votes

#5 - Dance with Me

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/19/1988

While passing notes during class, Kevin asks Lisa Berlini to go to the dance with him. She says okay, but she decides to go with Brad Gaines after he asks her. While eating lunch with Winnie and Paul, Kevin feels himself falling back in love with Winnie, but she goes to the dance with Kirk McCray. Kevin tries to make Winnie jealous by dancing with an unidentified girl...

Directors: Arlene Sanford
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The Phone Call
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7.42
389 votes

#6 - The Phone Call

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/12/1988

Kevin tries to get up the courage to call Lisa Berlini. Paul tries to find out if Lisa likes Kevin, by consulting the Junior High grapevine.

Directors: Jeffrey Brown
Writer: Scott Frank
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