The BEST episodes of Wilfred (US) season 1
Every episode of Wilfred (US) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Wilfred (US) season 1!
Ryan, a young man struggling unsuccessfully to make his way in the world forms a unique friendship with Wilfred, his neighbor's canine pet. Everyone else sees Wilfred as just a dog, but Ryan sees a crude and somewhat surly, yet irrepressibly brave and honest Australian bloke in a cheap dog suit. While leading him through a series of comedic and existential adventures, Wilfred the dog shows Ryan the man how to overcome his fears and joyfully embrace the unpredictability and insanity of the world around him.
#1 - Identity
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/8/2011
A crisis arises when Ryan ignores Wilfred's advice.
#2 - Happiness
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/23/2011
Ryan forms a unique connection with his neighbor's dog after a failed suicide attempt.
#3 - Doubt
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/25/2011
Ryan meets someone who questions Ryan's friendship to Wilfred.
#4 - Conscience
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/28/2011
Wilfred persuades Ryan to help him get rid of Jenna’s boyfriend.
#5 - Isolation
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/18/2011
Wilfred tries to find Ryan a human friend.
#6 - Fear
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/7/2011
Ryan gets his wallet back (that's the good news) when his malevolent, porn-addicted neighbor Spencer shows up. The bad news: Spencer's looking for answers about who broke into his house. He's also looking for blood.
#7 - Trust
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/30/2011
Wilfred comes into Ryan's yard, so the two go to the beach, as Wilfred has always wanted to swim in the ocean. After Ryan lets him, the two bond more, and spend the day hanging out. When Ryan drops Wilfred off, Jenna asks Ryan to trick Wilfred into going to the dentist to get his teeth cleaned. Ryan reluctantly accepts, and tricks Wilfred by telling him they're going to the movies, and Wilfred is mad at Ryan. While under anesthesia, Wilfred reveals a horrifying secret about Jenna.
#8 - Respect
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/21/2011
Wilfred reveals an extraordinary ability when Ryan takes him to a hospice to volunteer.
#9 - Compassion
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/18/2011
Ryan's resentment of his mother even grows when she moves in and becomes friends with Wilfred.
#10 - Acceptance
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/14/2011
Ryan tries to reconcile with his sister, and Wilfred is in for a shock at doggy day care as a result.
#11 - Sacrifice
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/1/2011
Just as Ryan finds happiness in his life, Wilfred begs him to sacrifice it for a larger purpose.
#12 - Anger
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/11/2011
Ryan has a guilt complex over the death of his childhood dog, and Wilfred, upon learning of it, goes to otherworldly lengths to help Ryan discover the truth about how the pooch passed on. Meanwhile, Kristen throws a party for her boss.
#13 - Pride
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/4/2011
Ryan must swallow his pride when Wilfred pursues a new love interest, and Ryan meets a new romantic interest himself.