13 Reasons Why: Season 1

| SEASON VERDICT | 

Disturbing. Heartbreaking. Powerful. This series felt devastatingly real that it somehow messed me up for a couple of days after watching the final episode. It brought me to a space that was too good to look away. But what blew my mind really was the brilliant play on Alex's story. I was so caught up on Hannah that I totally missed the little signs of him doing what he did. If I failed catching it from watching a series with all the details laid out in front me, then how will I fare in real life? Or was I just not too quick to pick up on it? Powerful stuff.

- Episode Guide and Ratings -

Episode 1: Tape 1, Side A
As the school mourns the death of Hannah Baker, her friend Clay receives a box of tapes with messages she recorded before she committed suicide.

Episode 2: Tape 1, Side B
Hannah makes friends with Jessica and Alex, two other new students. Justin doesn't show up at school, and Hannah's mother finds something troubling.

Episode 3: Tape 2, Side A
Jealousy and gossip take a toll on Hannah's relationships. As Alex struggles with feelings of regret, the guys pressure Clay into getting drunk.

Episode 4: Tape 2, Side B
Hannah thinks someone is stalking her and sets a trap. Hannah's mother confronts the principal, and Clay strikes back at someone who wronged Hannah.

Episode 5: Tape 3, Side A
Hannah and Clay connect at the school dance, but a crass rumor ruins the mood. Clay takes Courtney to visit Hannah's grave.

Episode 6: Tape 3, Side B
Hannah's date on Valentine's Day doesn't go as planned. Alex gets in a big fight at school and has to face the honor board.

Episode 7: Tape 4, Side A
Another student sabotages Hannah during a class project. Clay's nightmares about Hannah spill over into the daytime.

Episode 8: Tape 4, Side B
Inspired by a friend's poetry reading, Hannah pours her heart out. Tony confides in Clay about the night of Hannah's death.

Episode 9: Tape 5, Side A
Hannah witnesses a traumatic event at a summertime party. Clay tries to reason with Justin, and Marcus warns him that the worst is yet to come.

Episode 10: Tape 5, Side B
A distraught Hannah gets a ride home from the party. Jessica's behavior grows increasingly erratic, and Clay learns the truth behind a tragedy.

Episode 11: Tape 6, Side A
Clay and Hannah grow closer. While Clay spends a heartbreaking night listening to his tape with Tony, tensions boil over at Bryce's house.

Episode 12: Tape 6, Side B
Hannah winds up at a party after an argument with her parents. The students are served with subpoenas, and Justin wrestles with conflicting loyalties.

Episode 13: Tape 7, Side A
Hannah seeks help from Mr. Porter, the school counselor. Clay plays the new tape for Tony and weighs what to do next.

SEASON AVERAGE

(4.04)

*Episode synopses are from IMDB.