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The Best Episodes of Catherine the Great

Every episode of Catherine the Great ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Catherine the Great!

Binge this in 4h 0m•Peaking at 6.9/10

This four-part historical drama follows the end of Catherine the Great's reign and her affair with Russian military leader Grigory Potemkin that helped shape the future of Russian politics.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Catherine the Great Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.9/10(321 votes)

    #1 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Catherine and Potemkin experience growing pains in their relationship, as Potemkin's push for expansion puts him at odds with Minister Panin.

    Director:Philip Martin
    Writer:Nigel Williams

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  2. Catherine the Great Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    6.9/10(317 votes)

    #2 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Pressure from foreign powers leads to a bitter argument between Catherine and an ailing Potemkin. Catherine works to change the line of succession as her reign draws to an end.

    Director:Philip Martin
    Writer:Nigel Williams

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  3. Catherine the Great Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.8/10(344 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    A victorious Potemkin returns from war to find Catherine preoccupied, leading the two to speak candidly about their pasts and future, while a Cossack stirs discontent among peasants in the countryside.

    Director:Philip Martin
    Writer:Nigel Williams

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  4. Catherine the Great Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.6/10(462 votes)

    #4 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Russian Empress Catherine the Great faces challenges to her throne on all sides, as she meets the forthright and bold Lieutenant Grigory Potemkin.

    Director:Philip Martin
    Writer:Nigel Williams

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "Catherine the Great". It scored 6.9/10 based on 321 votes. Directed by Philip Martin and written by Nigel Williams, it aired on 10/17/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 4".