Marvel's Jessica Jones

10 Best Episodes of Marvel's Jessica Jones - Season 1

After a tragic ending to her short-lived super hero stint, Jessica Jones is rebuilding her personal life and career as a detective who gets pulled into cases involving people with extraordinary abilities in New York City.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 30, 2023.

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Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E1

#13 - AKA Ladies Night (Season 1 - Episode 1)

Jessica Jones is hired to find a pretty NYU student who's vanished, but it turns out to be more than a simple missing persons case.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 5842 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E2

#12 - AKA Crush Syndrome (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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Jessica vows to prove Hope's innocence, even though it means tracking down a terrifying figure from her own past.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 4914 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E4

#11 - AKA 99 Friends (Season 1 - Episode 4)

A new case demands attention as Jessica tries to find out who's spying on her for Kilgrave. Trish's radio show yields unexpected consequences.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 4254 votes.

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#10 - AKA It's Called Whiskey (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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It won't be easy to acquire or deploy, but Jessica thinks she's found a weapon to use against Kilgrave. Luke and Jessica bond over their similarities.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 4570 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E6

#9 - AKA You're a Winner! (Season 1 - Episode 6)

Luke hires Jessica to help him find someone who may have skipped town, but she fears he'll learn too much about her history in the process.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 4054 votes.

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#8 - AKA The Sandwich Saved Me (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Despite Jessica's objections, Trish's new friend Simpson gets involved in the hunt for Kilgrave. Jessica recalls a pivotal moment in her life.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 4181 votes.

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#7 - AKA Top Shelf Perverts (Season 1 - Episode 7)

Malcom, Simpson and Trish go rogue to prevent Jessica from carrying out an extreme plan to outwit Kilgrave.

The episode was rated 7.87 from 4000 votes.

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#6 - AKA I've Got the Blues (Season 1 - Episode 11)

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Jessica searches morgues for clues. Trish goes all-out to keep Simpson from getting in Jessica's way. Malcom has an epiphany.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 3809 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E12

#5 - AKA Take a Bloody Number (Season 1 - Episode 12)

The hunt for Kilgrave reunites Jessica with Luke. Trish receives some unexpected information about Simpson and Jessica.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 3817 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E10

#4 - AKA 1,000 Cuts (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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A discovery has the potential to change the entire game -- if Jessica can refuse Kilgrave's offer.

The episode was rated 8.02 from 3868 votes.

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#3 - AKA WWJD? (Season 1 - Episode 8)

Jessica experiences a strange homecoming courtesy of Kilgrave. Hogarth's conflict with her estranged wife reaches a tipping point.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 3966 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E9

#2 - AKA Sin Bin (Season 1 - Episode 9)

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Just when Jessica has Kilgrave right where she wants him, Hogarth's involvement complicates the situation. Details of Kilgrave's past emerge.

The episode was rated 8.21 from 3998 votes.

Marvel's Jessica Jones - S1E13

#1 - AKA Smile (Season 1 - Episode 13)

Jessica and Luke get help from someone else in the neighborhood. Kilgrave gears up for a major test of powers against Jessica.

The episode was rated 8.28 from 4007 votes.

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