The Mandalorian

10 Best Episodes of The Mandalorian - Season 1

The Mandalorian, an exciting show available on Disney+, follows the journey of a lone gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy. Since its first airing in 2019, the show has been widely acclaimed for its captivating story and characters. With 3 seasons currently available, fans have taken to the task of ranking the best episodes from the show.

From thrilling battles to emotional moments, the show has something for everyone. Here we take a look at the highest-ranked episodes of The Mandalorian, as voted by viewers.

Written by Sophie and last updated on may 20, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!

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#8 - Chapter 5: The Gunslinger (Season 1 - Episode 5)

The Mandalorian’s latest adventure takes him to the Tatooine desert in Chapter 5: The Gunslinger. Along the way, he encounters a rookie bounty hunter who is in over his head and needs help. The Mandalorian comes to the rescue and together, they have a thrilling space skirmish and return to Tatooine. The sets for Mos Eisley are perfect, with the droid sensors at the Cantina's door not present because the new bartenders are droids themselves. There is plenty of humor to be found and lots of scenes to remind the viewer of the original trilogy.

Overall, the episode is enjoyable and laid-back with the Mandalorian making a friend along the way. The story is exciting and the characters are cool. It is a familiar setting to the Star Wars universe, leaving fans wanting more. Fans were also surprised to see Jerri Blank working on ships. This episode sets up the last couple of episodes in the season well and promises to have a nice pay-off.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 7739 votes.

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#7 - Chapter 4: Sanctuary (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Chapter 4 of The Mandalorian, titled "Sanctuary," brings a fond homage to Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai. The episode follows The Mandalorian as he teams up with an ex-soldier to protect a village from raiders. The Mandalorian is taking its time to introduce characters and set the plot, despite the short running time of each episode, and this installment is no exception.

The episode was met with great reviews, with comments praising the path the show is following and the introduction of characters. The Child also plays a role in this episode, adding to the overall enjoyment of the installment. Although some viewers found this particular episode to be a bit of a step down from the previous one, the Child makes up for it and the episode is still an overall success.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 8052 votes.

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#6 - Chapter 6: The Prisoner (Season 1 - Episode 6)

In Chapter 6: The Prisoner of The Mandalorian, the titular hero joins a crew of mercenaries on a dangerous mission. The episode introduces interesting elements such as the seriousness of the New Republic with regards to law and order, as well as the workings of hyperspace navigation in the Star Wars universe. The ending is kid-friendly as the three baddies are left alive on the cell.

The episode is not without its flaws, however. Poor planning and execution of the prison break is evident, and the make-up and acting of the Twi'leks is uneven. Furthermore, the X-Wings take longer than expected to arrive, leaving the prison ship without a driver, potentially leading to a death sentence for all aboard. Despite this, Bill Burr's character is an entertaining addition and Baby Yoda's presence is always a welcome one. In conclusion, this episode is a great addition to the show and is met with high praise from the majority of the fanbase.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 7456 votes.

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#5 - Chapter 2: The Child (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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In Chapter 2 of The Mandalorian, the Mandalorian has his target in hand and must now face off with the scavengers. The visuals of this episode were stunning, and the characters were engaging. In particular, fans found Yoda and the Child to be adorable, especially when the Child was eating. It was a great reminder of what Star Wars should feel like, with the writers and directors doing an excellent job of staying true to the original.

This episode is a great example of how a TV series should be, taking its time to develop the story instead of relying on constant stimulation. This may not be for everyone, but for old school Star Wars fans, it's brilliant. Fans found this episode even better than the first, with more story and terrific action.

The episode was rated 7.97 from 8517 votes.

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#4 - Chapter 1: The Mandalorian (Season 1 - Episode 1)

The first episode of The Mandalorian follows a Mandalorian bounty hunter as he tracks a target for a well-paying client. With impressive visuals and great acting, this episode is a promising start to the show. Despite its short length, the episode manages to give viewers enough to understand the setting and characters, while leaving just enough mystery to make them anticipate the next episode.

The episode has been praised for its aesthetics, as well as its ability to build on the Star Wars universe. The episode also introduces an important element to the story: the mysterious baby, which is sure to be a major plot point in the future. Fans of the show have already expressed their excitement as they wait to see what happens next.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 9742 votes.

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#3 - Chapter 3: The Sin (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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The Mandalorian returns to his client in Chapter 3: The Sin of The Mandalorian, battered but ready to receive his reward. The episode is full of intense firefights and emotional weight, thanks to the connection between the Mandalorian and The Child. Director Deborah Chow excels in the big budget filmmaking of this episode and manages to bring out the best of Star Wars in her action scenes. With the story moving in the best way possible, this episode has become the strongest of the series so far. Fans have been delighted with the progress of the show and with The Child, and the promise of more to come with the Obi-Wan miniseries is something to look forward to.

The episode was rated 8.15 from 8366 votes.

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#2 - Chapter 7: The Reckoning (Season 1 - Episode 7)

The seventh episode of The Mandalorian, titled "The Reckoning" is one of the most dramatic episodes yet. With an old rival extending an invitation for The Mandalorian to make peace, the episode sets the mood for an intense season finale. Viewers were glued to the screen as they watched the characters experience loss and setback. The homage to Sam Peckinpah's films only added to the drama.

The episode also featured exciting story and characters, with new locations and TIE-Fighters. It showed what became of the Empire after the fall and gave a glimpse of the future of the series. The ending was heartbreaking and viewers are sure to be in suspense until the release of the next episode. The episode honored Kuiil, with a speech wishing him well and blessing him with the Force.

The episode was rated 8.19 from 7676 votes.

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#1 - Chapter 8: Redemption (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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Chapter 8: Redemption of The Mandalorian starts off with the Mandalorian coming face-to-face with an unexpected enemy. In this thrilling episode, we get to see a lot of the exciting action that we all know and love about Star Wars. We get to see a conversation between the Troopers, and we find out more about the Mandalorian's backstory. The episode ends with a thrilling battle that is sure to leave viewers in awe.

The comments from viewers have been overwhelmingly positive, citing this as the best Star Wars they have seen since the throne room sequence in Return of the Jedi. People are also praising the conversation between the Troopers as something that they wanted to see outside of the movies. This episode is definitely a must-see for any Star Wars fan!

The episode was rated 8.42 from 7612 votes.

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