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13 Reasons Why: Season 1

13 episodes Premiered Mar 31, 2017 Updated Jul 20, 2026

13 Reasons Why is a drama‑mystery television series that premiered in 2017 and carries a TV‑MA rating. The story centers on high‑school student Clay Jensen, who becomes the focal point of a series of heartbreaking mysteries after the suicide of his classmate, Hannah Baker. Following her death, Clay receives a set of cassette tapes recorded by Hannah; each tape is addressed to a different person and explains the event

Season overview

13 Reasons Why is a drama‑mystery television series that premiered in 2017 and carries a TV‑MA rating. The story centers on high‑school student Clay Jensen, who becomes the focal point of a series of heartbreaking mysteries after the suicide of his classmate, Hannah Baker. Following her death, Clay receives a set of cassette tapes recorded by Hannah; each tape is addressed to a different person and explains the events and decisions that led to her tragic choice. As Clay

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Episodes

S1·E1

Tape 1, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 54 min

As the school mourns the death of Hannah Baker, her friend Clay receives a box of tapes with messages she recorded before she died by suicide.

S1·E2

Tape 1, Side B

Mar 31, 2017 · 52 min

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.

S1·E3

Tape 2, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 58 min

Jealousy and gossip take a toll on Hannah's relationships. As Alex struggles with feelings of regret, the guys pressure Clay into getting drunk.

S1·E4

Tape 2, Side B

Mar 31, 2017 · 58 min

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.

S1·E5

Tape 3, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 59 min

Hannah and Clay connect at the school dance, but a crass rumor ruins the mood. Clay takes Courtney to visit Hannah's grave.

S1·E6

Tape 3, Side B

Mar 31, 2017 · 52 min

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.

S1·E7

Tape 4, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 54 min

Another student sabotages Hannah during a class project. Clay's nightmares about Hannah spill over into the daytime.

S1·E8

Tape 4, Side B

Mar 31, 2017 · 54 min

Inspired by a friend's poetry reading, Hannah pours her heart out. Tony confides in Clay about the night of Hannah's death.

S1·E9

Tape 5, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 59 min

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.

S1·E10

Tape 5, Side B

Mar 31, 2017 · 50 min

A distraught Hannah gets a ride home from the party. Jessica's behavior grows increasingly erratic, and Clay learns the truth behind a tragedy.

S1·E11

Tape 6, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 55 min

Clay and Hannah grow closer. While Clay spends a heartbreaking night listening to his tape with Tony, tensions boil over at Bryce's house.

S1·E12

Tape 6, Side B

Mar 31, 2017 · 62 min

Hannah winds up at a party after an argument with her parents. The students are served with subpoenas, and Justin wrestles with conflicting loyalties.

S1·E13

Tape 7, Side A

Mar 31, 2017 · 59 min

Hannah seeks help from Mr. Porter, the school counselor. Clay plays the new tape for Tony and weighs what to do next.