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The Best Episodes of Queen Mantis Season 1

Every episode of Queen Mantis Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Queen Mantis Season 1!

Binge this in 8h 2m•Peaking at 8.6/10

Cha Su-yeol, a police officer who has long despised his mother, the notorious 'Mantis' serial killer, must reluctantly turn to her for help when a copycat killer emerges.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.6/10(66 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    When a series of terrible murders ensues in a residential area, Cha Su-yeol is forced to seek help from Jeong I-sin, a serial killer from the past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.3/10(56 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    The culprit has been arrested, but the victim’s whereabouts remain unknown. Su-yeol struggles to save a life as I-sin reveals her true intentions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.5/10(53 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    I-shin offers assistance with the investigation, but it's unclear why she would help a cop. Su-yeol unravels the origins of I-shin's murderous instinct.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.4/10(47 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    The culprit begins to close in on Su-yeol's family. I-shin pressures Su-yeol to take action — but she happens to be the one threatening his family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.3/10(47 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Su-yeol finds I-shin in his home after she vanishes under police watch. The killer demands to speak to I-shin and gives her a hint about the plan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.3/10(46 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Shaken by recent events, Su-yeol attempts to confide in Lee Jung-yeon. During a tense call, I-shin manipulates the killer into exposing a crucial lead.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.4/10(43 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    As Jung-yeon copes with the truth of Su-yeol's past, the killer reveals their identity — and takes a hostage, forcing Su-yeol into a dangerous bargain.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Queen Mantis Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.4/10(50 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    After a tense hostage exchange, I-shin confronts her protégé. Su-yeol makes a grim discovery about his family's fractured past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Queen Mantis" season 1. It scored 8.6/10 based on 66 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/5/2025. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".