Catastrophe

10 Best Episodes of Catastrophe

Rob Delaney and Sharon Horgan write and star in a comedy that follows an American man and an Irish woman who make a bloody mess as they struggle to fall in love in London.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 28, 2023.

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Catastrophe - S3E2

#15 - Episode 2 (Season 3 - Episode 2)

Rob and Sharon are still on shaky ground with each other and face challenges in their work lives too. Sharon returns to teaching, leaving Rob looking for a new job while in charge of the school run, where he is immediately embroiled in playground politics. Elsewhere Sharon's brother Fergal is moving to Spain, and while Rob goes to see Dave recovering in rehab, could his own addiction issues be rearing their ugly head?

The episode was rated 7.51 from 518 votes.

Catastrophe - S2E3

#14 - Episode 3 (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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Sharon decides that she and Rob should inject some passion into their love life. When her advances don't go to plan, Rob suggests a weekend break in Paris. While Fergal looks after the kids, Sharon develops an appetite for a holiday drink.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 529 votes.

Catastrophe - S1E2

#13 - Episode 2 (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Sharon faces the reality of having a giant new room-mate in the form of Rob, the man whose child she happens to be carrying, and her brother Fergal doesn't make life any easier. Rob also meets up with an old school friend and comes up with a proper proposal to help Sharon feel better about their situation.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 743 votes.

Catastrophe - S4E3

#12 - Episode 3 (Season 4 - Episode 3)

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Sharon and Rob decide to get on a fitness drive. When Sharon visits her less-than- sympathetic local GP it dawns on her she's not in the peak condition she imagined.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 206 votes.

Catastrophe - S1E4

#11 - Episode 4 (Season 1 - Episode 4)

Sharon's parents visit from Ireland and have a strained introduction to Rob. More health complications create stress for them both, and Rob's secret friendship with Chris explodes in his face.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 609 votes.

Catastrophe - S3E5

#10 - Episode 5 (Season 3 - Episode 5)

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Rob returns to his job at Braeband stating he is just back from 'holiday in Canada', while bad news pulls Sharon back to Ireland. With Sharon away, and left home alone to look after the children, Rob's life continues to spiral out of control. Unhappy with the situation at his family home Chris decides, in typical style, to confront his nemesis.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 477 votes.

Catastrophe - S1E1

#9 - Episode 1 (Season 1 - Episode 1)

An American man and an Irish woman fall in love with each other in London while navigating the choppy waters of their increasingly complicated lives. Scorching chemistry, instant pregnancy and genuine disaster provide the foundation for a relationship full of ups and downs.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 888 votes.

Catastrophe - S2E6

#8 - Episode 6 (Season 2 - Episode 6)

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Rob has told Sharon about the Olivia situation, but the news is badly received, and she throws him out of the house. Unfortunately for him, the first person he can turn to is Dave, who is in the middle of an epic post break-up bender. Sharon tries to reach out to Rob, but after a brief reconciliation it turns into a major argument which sends the pair into a spiral of bad behaviour. For Sharon it's a night out with 'party pal' Kate, and for Rob it's the surprise decision to have a drink.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 461 votes.

Catastrophe - S4E5

#7 - Episode 5 (Season 4 - Episode 5)

Sharon is unsettled by a strange moisture patch at school, while Rob's big boss visits London and takes a close interest in his career. Fran and Chris make a major decision.

The episode was rated 7.60 from 187 votes.

Catastrophe - S4E2

#6 - Episode 2 (Season 4 - Episode 2)

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Rob's newly religious sister Sidney visits from the US, and a child's accident at school reveals a surprising teacher-pupil rapport to Sharon.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 210 votes.

Catastrophe - S2E2

#5 - Episode 2 (Season 2 - Episode 2)

A sexually frustrated Rob is disappointed when Sharon's psychologist prescribes antidepressants, and not more sex, as a treatment for post-natal depression. However, an outlet for his pent-up libido arrives at work in the form of an attractive new French colleague Olivia, who he quickly engages in what starts out as harmless flirtation. Meanwhile, now that she has been suitably numbed, Sharon finds herself capable of contemplating the world of mother-and-baby classes, but when her only 'mum friend' Sam goes AWOL ahead of a session, she is forced to deal with the dreaded 'mombies' alone.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 559 votes.

Catastrophe - S3E1

#4 - Episode 1 (Season 3 - Episode 1)

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Rob picks up where he left off last time, with an unexplained receipt for the morning after pill in his hand and a lot of questions for Sharon. Too drunk at the time to remember what she did, Sharon dodges Rob's interrogation and goes to see Nico perform with his band to find out the truth. Will she tell Rob what actually happened? The issue is unexpectedly forced when one of the kids has an accident.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 581 votes.

Catastrophe - S1E6

#3 - Episode 6 (Season 1 - Episode 6)

A heavily pregnant Sharon picks Rob up at the airport after a trip to Boston and tells him she has invited an old friend from Ireland to be her maid of honour. Rob decides to ask his fiancee's brother to be his best man, but Fergal has more important things to worry about - his wife has left him and taken their children. The bride and groom later split up to enjoy their hen and stag nights, both of which spiral out of control.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 547 votes.

Catastrophe - S3E6

#2 - Episode 6 (Season 3 - Episode 6)

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Rob and Sharon are in Ireland to say goodbye to Sharon's dad. Rob's utterly irrepressible mum Mia travels from America to pay her version of respects. With Fran reeling in shock, and Rob still unable to find the right time to talk about his almost-secret collapse, all roads are leading to a dramatic series finale.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 464 votes.

Catastrophe - S4E6

#1 - Episode 6 (Season 4 - Episode 6)

In the final episode, Sharon and Rob arrive in Boston for a family holiday only to receive some tragic news about Rob's mum, Mia.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 204 votes.

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