Catastrophe

10 Best Episodes of Catastrophe - Season 1

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.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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Catastrophe - S1E5

#6 - Episode 5 (Season 1 - Episode 5)

As the couple plan their wedding, Rob decides to throw a surprise birthday party for Sharon - but also finds himself searching for a new job after his Boston bosses fire him during a video call. To make matters worse, the groom's mother (guest star Carrie Fisher) reveals a big secret he has been keeping from his fiancee.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 576 votes.

Catastrophe - S1E3

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

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As pregnant Sharon's hormones plague her with waves of different emotions, she has a chance meeting with an old flame, which leads to dinner. Meanwhile, Rob struggles to generate advertising business, since he has very few contacts in London, and begins a clandestine friendship with Chris, who is married to a woman Sharon can't stand.

The episode was rated 7.48 from 649 votes.

Catastrophe - S1E2

#4 - 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 - S1E4

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

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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 - S1E1

#2 - 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 - S1E6

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

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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.

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