Friday Night Lights
Season 1
200622 episodes
In the small town of Dillon, Texas, everyone comes together on Friday nights when the Dillon High Panthers play. But life is not a game; and the charismatic players, new coach Eric Taylor, and the passionate fans find that their biggest challenges and obstacles come off the field in the compelling day-to-day dramas of their tight-knit community.
Episode 1
Pilot
Oct 3, 200646m
TMDB rating 8.6TMDB
A newcomer coach Eric Taylor finds himself helming a promising high school football team, the Dillon Panthers, that has a real chance to make it to the top.
Episode 2
Eyes Wide Open
Oct 10, 200644m
TMDB rating 7.3TMDB
As the team pulls together and tries to help Matt get used to his new role as quarterback after Jason's injury, Lyla offers her support to Tim.Jason learns about the extent of his injury, and Tami gets a job as the school guidance counselor.
Episode 3
Wind Sprints
Oct 17, 200644m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
The situation in town begins to get ugly as Coach Taylor and his family is forced to endure heat from a difficult loss against the San Marco HS Rattlers.Tim and Tyra break up after he confronts her about Smash, and Lyla, after having an argument with Jason, vents her anger onto Tim.
Episode 4
Who's Your Daddy
Oct 24, 200643m
TMDB rating 7.5TMDB
As the Panthers prepare for a match against the Tigers, who are their biggest rival, Jason's new roommate tries to help him understand the potential he has for recovery.Lyla tells Tim of her regrets about what happened between them, and Matt hits an all-time low.
Episode 5
Git 'Er Done
Oct 30, 200644m
TMDB rating 7.9TMDB
The big game against the Tigers drawing closer, Coach Taylor must decide between Matt and the self-assured recruit Ray "Voodoo" Tatum for the starting quarterback. The feelings between Tim and Lyla grow stronger. Jason's newly-found motivation strives him to begin the rehab.
Episode 6
El Accidente
Nov 7, 200642m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
Ray Tatum faces the blame of his team mates after Panthers' win in the game last week might be overturned. Defensive tackle Bobby Reyes is arrested by the police during a practice for beating a student. Coach Taylor and Buddy Garrity are questioned by the Texas High School athletic administration.Lyla and Tim surprise Jason by taking him to the lake.
Episode 7
Homecoming
Nov 14, 200643m
TMDB rating 8.0TMDB
As the Panthers get ready to face the dominating Laribee Lions, the 2000 State Champ quarterback, Lucas Mize is set to join the team.Smash catches his chance to convince a college scout of his talents. A focused Tim quits drinking. Jason's suspicions of Lyla and Tim's affair grow. Tyra and Billy set up an after game homecoming party.
Episode 8
Crossing the Line
Nov 28, 200643m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
Julie thinks about going on a date with Matt. A discouraged Smash turns to foul play to improve his on-pitch performance. Cheered by Lyla and Tim, Jason has his first quad rugby game. A dinner turns into a fight for Coach Taylor, Tami, Riggins and his brother.
Episode 9
Full Hearts
Dec 5, 200643m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Smash continues to go the extreme to improve his performance. Rumors begin to spread about Tim and Lyla's relationship. Julie and Matt attempt to go out on a date but it is cursed from the beginning.The Panthers are in much anticipation for their upcoming game against the Gatling High.
Episode 10
It's Different for Girls
Dec 12, 200643m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
The cheerleaders prepare for Championship Classic. Lyla is picked on when people find out about her and Riggins. Coach Taylor tries to keep Matt and Julie apart. Jason goes home after being released from rehab.
Episode 11
Nevermind
Jan 3, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.9TMDB
The Panthers are preparing for another game they can't lose. Matt's father comes back from Iraq but his mother's condition is difficult to take in.Tami Taylor sees Tim Riggins regarding his grades. She believes he's not doing his homework by himself and asks Landry to tutor him for his next oral exam. If he doesn't pass, he won't play in the football team.
Episode 12
What to Do While You're Waiting
Jan 10, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
The Panther's fate is hung up on the result of a game between two other teams and there is nothing they can do about it.Meanwhile, there is tension at the Street's house because of the lawsuit they introduced against Coach Taylor.Matt's father has a hard time adjusting back to real life.
Episode 13
Little Girl I Wanna Marry You
Jan 24, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
The Panthers have only one more game to win in order to qualify for the play-offs. Smash's mother discovers something that could end his football dreams.
Episode 14
Upping the Ante
Jan 31, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
The Panthers prepare for their first playoff game.Coach Taylor gets distracted as he has to come up with a solution to Smash's use of drugs. Tyra and Julie befriend while Riggins bonds with his alienated father.Buddy learns about Jason and Lyla's engagement.
Episode 15
Blinders
Feb 7, 200743m
TMDB rating 8.2TMDB
The Panthers savor their crucial playoff-win-until race issues emerge and sorely test their bond after Mac makes racial statements.Tami frowns upon Julie's newfound friendship with Tyra. The girls play a powder-puff football game.
Episode 16
Black Eyes & Broken Hearts
Feb 14, 200743m
TMDB rating 6.3TMDB
Due to racial comments from Coach Mac, the black players on the team refuse to play unless he is sacked.Julie is sucked deeper into the vortex as her friendship with Tyra develops. Matt tries to win Julie back.
Episode 17
I Think We Should Have Sex
Feb 21, 200745m
TMDB rating 8.2TMDB
After Julie reveals to Matt that she wants to have sex with him, Matt feels the need to put together something special. Tim clashes with his father.The Panthers are into the next round of the playoffs and looking solid.
Episode 18
Extended Families
Feb 28, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
Lyla makes a surprise visit to the quad rugby camp where Jason is playing at, but she doesn't find the comfort she came looking for.Buddy Garrity's affair with Tyra's mother comes out. Consequently, Buddy decides to move in with the Taylors.Smash becomes suspicious about Waverly when she goes for a midnight swim with him.
Episode 19
Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes
Mar 21, 200743m
TMDB rating 8.0TMDB
With TMU trying to recruit Coach Taylor, Julie insists that she will not be moved away from Matt and Dillon. The quad rugby recruiters in Austin deliver some bad news to Jason. Riggins becomes friends with a single mother and her son.
Episode 20
Mud Bowl
Mar 28, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.0TMDB
An chemical spill near Dillon High School forces Coach Taylor and the Panthers to seek another facility in which to play the crucial State Semi-Final game.
Episode 21
Best Laid Plans
Apr 4, 200743m
TMDB rating 7.4TMDB
Coach Taylor buckles under the pressure from Texas Methodist University. The news of his decision is not taken lightly by his family. Riggins faces the impending consequences of his relationship. Landry wonders whether he should tell someone about Tyra's situation.
Episode 22
State
Apr 11, 200744m
TMDB rating 8.5TMDB
The rumors about Coach Taylor leaving the team at the end of the season get a boost when an inside source decides to speak up. Meanwhile, the Panthers are preparing themselves for the state championship.