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The Good Place: Season 1

13 episodes Premiered Sep 19, 2016 Updated Jul 21, 2026

The first season of the television series The Good Place introduces Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who dies and arrives in the Good Place. This arrival occurs due to an error, as Eleanor is self-absorbed and does not belong in this afterlife destination. Determined to remain in the Good Place despite her circumstances, Eleanor attempts to transform herself into a better person. The series is categorized as a c

Season overview

The first season of the television series The Good Place introduces Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who dies and arrives in the Good Place. This arrival occurs due to an error, as Eleanor is self-absorbed and does not belong in this afterlife destination. Determined to remain in the Good Place despite her circumstances, Eleanor attempts to transform herself into a better person. The series is categorized as a comedy and science fiction and fantasy program. It premiered in 2016 and carries a TV-14 rating. The narrative centers on her efforts to conceal her true nature and adapt to her new environment while navigating the consequences of her presence in a realm where she was not intended to be. The show explores themes of morality and personal growth as Eleanor strives to earn her place among the residents. The premise is driven by the tension between her past behavior and her current goal of self-improvement within the afterlife.

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Episodes

S1·E1

Everything Is Fine

Sep 19, 2016 · 23 min

Newly-deceased Eleanor Shellstrop is sent to the Good Place, but only by mistake; Eleanor is determined to become a better person in her afterlife with help from friends Chidi and

S1·E2

Flying

Sep 19, 2016 · 22 min

Eleanor tries to prove to Chidi that she is worthy of his help. Meanwhile, Tahani and Jianyu try to help Michael feel better about the unknown flaw in his Neighborhood.

S1·E3

Tahani Al-Jamil

Sep 22, 2016 · 22 min

Chidi begins formally teaching Eleanor about ethics, and lesson No. 1 is: be kind to your neighbor. Michael and Janet help Chidi find a new, exciting hobby.

S1·E4

Jason Mendoza

Sep 29, 2016 · 22 min

Eleanor has a hard time remaining hidden. Michael asks Tahani to assist a neighbor in finding her true purpose.

S1·E5

Category 55 Emergency Doomsday Crisis

Oct 6, 2016 · 22 min

Eleanor's eagerness to learn ethics from Chidi becomes the full-time job he never wanted. Meanwhile, Michael and Janet focus their attention on a Neighborhood emergency.

S1·E6

What We Owe to Each Other

Oct 13, 2016 · 22 min

Eleanor is enlisted to help Michael with an important task that could determine her fate in the Good Place. Meanwhile, Chidi agrees to be the third wheel in an effort to help out h

S1·E7

The Eternal Shriek

Oct 20, 2016 · 22 min

Eleanor puts Janet in her crosshairs to save Michael from eternal suffering.

S1·E8

Most Improved Player

Oct 27, 2016 · 22 min

Michael has a private meeting with Eleanor, who is put to the test. Also, Chidi harbors a secret and mulls over what to do.

S1·E9

...Someone Like Me as a Member

Nov 3, 2016 · 22 min

Michael faces a challenge when he tries to resolve an unprecedented situation. In addition, Chidi makes a connection, to Eleanor's chagrin, and a different side of Janet emerges.

S1·E10

Chidi's Choice

Jan 5, 2017 · 22 min

Eleanor makes a surprising personal discovery. Meanwhile, Michael tasks an indecisive Chidi with coming to an important decision and Jianyu makes a big announcement.

S1·E11

What's My Motivation

Jan 12, 2017 · 22 min

Eleanor and Tahani hatch a plan while Michael makes a startling discovery. Meanwhile, Chidi confides in Eleanor after learning some interesting news.

S1·E12

Mindy St. Claire

Jan 19, 2017 · 22 min

With the help of Chidi and Tahani, Michael faces his biggest challenge yet. Meanwhile, Eleanor, Jianyu and Janet are faced with a monumental decision.

S1·E13

Michael's Gambit

Jan 19, 2017 · 22 min

Eleanor, Jason, Chidi and Tahani argue about which two of them should go to the Bad Place. Eleanor has a shocking realization about the Good Place.