Somehow didn't click for me when I tried a few episodesThe second season is a lot better.
Gravity Falls (TV Series 2012-2016) - Episodes - IMDb
Only 3 episodes got a 9 or above the first season.
Gravity Falls (TV Series 2012-2016) - Episodes - IMDb
Second season has 11 episodes 9 or above, and a 3 others are high 8's.
2 even have a 9.8.