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When Clary Fray's mother has disappeared, Clary joins a band of Shadowhunters; demon killing hunters, and gets caught up in a plan to save the world.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 10 - Erchomai
    9.0/10(2474 votes)

    #1 - Erchomai

    S3:E10

    In the climactic mid-season finale, the team scrambles to find a way to put a stop to Lilith’s plan coming to fruition. But going up against their biggest opponent yet, their odds are not looking good. Meanwhile, Simon makes a heartbreaking choice with Isabelle’s help and Magnus reconnects with a powerful person from his past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 20 - Beside Still Water
    8.8/10(2360 votes)

    #2 - Beside Still Water

    S2:E20

    Jace and Clary rush to make a final stand, but when a traitor is revealed, Jace and Clary may have a bigger fight on their hands than expected. Meanwhile, Alec and Izzy must fight off a large mass of demons that have unexpectedly shown up, as Luke and Simon head to the Seelie Court to deal with some unfinished business with the Seelie Queen.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Shadowhunters Season 1 Episode 12 - Malec
    8.7/10(3560 votes)

    #3 - Malec

    S1:E12

    The Institute is in full swing as everyone is preparing for the wedding of Alec and Lydia. Lydia is getting final touches made on her wedding dress, the wedding decorations are set and Isabelle is trying to figure out a way to throw a traditional, mundane bachelor party for her brother – whether he likes it or not. During what should be a time of great celebration for many is far from it as they examine their relationships. Alec is struggling on two sides – his wedding is one of the biggest days in his life and his parabatai should be at his side, yet he and Jace are still at odds. Alec also continues to struggle with his feelings for Magnus, especially when Magnus won’t give up on Alec. And as the Institute is buzzing with romance, Clary is desperate to work things out with Jace, but he is keeping her at arm’s length. Meanwhile, Jace, Clary and Magnus go looking for warlock Ragnor Fell to try and find the antidote to awaken Jocelyn.

    Director:James Marshall
    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  4. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 10 - By the Light of Dawn
    8.7/10(2426 votes)

    #4 - By the Light of Dawn

    S2:E10

    The New York Institute is under attack as Valentine’s plan for The Soul Sword is getting dangerously close to coming to fruition. The Shadowhunters must act fast to save their loved ones and the rest of the Downworld. Meanwhile, some of the Downworlders have their own plan to stop Valentine and their target is Clary.

    Director:Joshua Butler
    Writers:Darren Swimmer, Todd Slavkin

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  5. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 18 - Awake, Arise, or Be Forever Fallen
    8.6/10(2274 votes)

    #5 - Awake, Arise, or Be Forever Fallen

    S2:E18

    After a devastating attack at The Institute, everyone is on high alert as the Shadowhunters close in on their hunt for Jonathan; Simon and Maia help a new Downworlder as the Seelie Queen demands an answer from Magnus and Luke.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 20 - City of Glass
    8.6/10(722 votes)

    #6 - City of Glass

    S3:E20

    Alec, Jace and Isabelle make a plan to finally get Clary back and stop Jonathan—much to Luke’s and Simon’s chagrin. Meanwhile, an emotionally raw Magnus struggles to deal with his father’s reappearance and Maia must make a tough decision that could affect the rest of her life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 8 - Love Is a Devil
    8.5/10(2379 votes)

    #7 - Love Is a Devil

    S2:E8

    Tasked with arranging his brother Max’s Rune Ceremony, Alex decides this would be the perfect opportunity for his family to get to know Magnus. But with tensions flying among the different Shadowhunters, Max’s big event quickly becomes an evening where they all must face their biggest fears. Meanwhile, Simon makes a bold move as Isabelle finds an unlikely new ally.

    Director:Catriona McKenzie
    Writer:Y. Shireen Razack

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  8. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 14 - The Fair Folk
    8.5/10(2267 votes)

    #8 - The Fair Folk

    S2:E14

    Alec has big plans to mend fences with the Downworlders, while Jace and Clary are summoned by the Seelie Queen.

    Director:Chris Grismer
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 9 - Familia Ante Omnia
    8.5/10(2227 votes)

    #9 - Familia Ante Omnia

    S3:E9

    Clary faces down an old foe in an attempt to find answers about Lilith’s plan. Alec and Magnus turn to Lorenzo Rey for help, while Lilith finds a new ally. Luke must choose between his pack and his family, as Simon is forced to deal with his past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 21 - Alliance (1)
    8.5/10(692 votes)

    #10 - Alliance (1)

    S3:E21

    Clary comes up with a plan that will bring Shadowhunters and Downworlders together, as Alec struggles for a way to help Magnus.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 22 - All Good Things... (2)
    8.5/10(964 votes)

    #11 - All Good Things... (2)

    S3:E22

    Jonathan begins his reign of vengeful terror as the Shadowhunters try to find a way to stop him. With only one hope, Clary must make a sacrifice that could have long-lasting implications for all. Meanwhile, wedding bells are in the air for one special couple.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 12 - You Are Not Your Own
    8.4/10(2216 votes)

    #12 - You Are Not Your Own

    S2:E12

    Clary feels pressured between choosing Jace or Simon. Izzy settles things with Raphael. Sebastian breaks his father out of prison.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 19 - Hail and Farewell
    8.4/10(2172 votes)

    #13 - Hail and Farewell

    S2:E19

    After centuries of being lied to and treated poorly by The Clave, the Downworlders decide to come together and take matters into their own hands as the hunt for Valentine and Sebastian intensifies. But what starts off as a way to preserve their own, the Downworlders choice to break with the Shadowhunters, could quickly escalate to war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 2 - The Powers That Be
    8.4/10(2287 votes)

    #14 - The Powers That Be

    S3:E2

    The Warlocks’ magic is becoming corrupted by a demonic presence while Izzy and Luke try to track down more information on the recent series of possessions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 8 - A Heart of Darkness
    8.4/10(2157 votes)

    #15 - A Heart of Darkness

    S3:E8

    Magnus, Alec and Isabelle try to reach Jace inside The Owl, but even as powerful as Magnus is, can he help the Lightwoods retrieve their brother from his demon prison? Maia and Jordan join Simon on the hunt for Lilith, while Luke tries to find a way to get to Clary.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 7 - How Are Thou Fallen
    8.3/10(2367 votes)

    #16 - How Are Thou Fallen

    S2:E7

    Luke’s sister shows up at the Jade Wolf claiming innocence about the recent attack. But with Luke not trusting a word Cleo says, he finds himself at odds with Clary who sees an opportunity to get to Valentine. Yet how far will Clary go to prove she is right about Cleo? Meanwhile, Simon gets dating advice from a surprising source as Isabelle takes a dangerous path.

    Director:Ben Hernandez Bray
    Writer:Hollie Overton

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  17. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 16 - Day of Atonement
    8.3/10(2173 votes)

    #17 - Day of Atonement

    S2:E16

    With everything that Simon has gone through this past year, a family dinner for Yom Kippur – the Jewish Day of Atonement – poses as a real challenge. How can he come clean about being a vampire and especially about what just happened to his family? And if he is stressed out, what if he can’t control his vampire urges? Looking to take care of this himself, Maia insists on helping him out whether he likes it or not. Meanwhile, Clary and Jace go on an unsanctioned mission and test out their newfound rune powers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 17 - A Dark Reflection
    8.3/10(2130 votes)

    #18 - A Dark Reflection

    S2:E17

    With two of the three Mortal Instruments missing, everyone is on the hunt for the last one – The Mortal Mirror. Jace and Clary are on the hunt to recover it first before it could fall into enemy hands. But along the way, Clary realizes that her brother Jonathan may be closer than she thought. Meanwhile, Isabelle has a hard time accepting the fact that her little brother Max is growing up, and Maia struggles to bring her guard down with Simon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 7 - Salt In the Wound
    8.3/10(2134 votes)

    #19 - Salt In the Wound

    S3:E7

    With the Owl's identity revealed, Alec, Isabelle, and Clary head to Alicante to try and find a way to stop him. Luke and Simon team up to track Lilith's latest possible victim. Maia reflects on her past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 4 - Day of Wrath
    8.2/10(2428 votes)

    #20 - Day of Wrath

    S2:E4

    Clary continues to struggle with the new Shadowhunter order as Jace is being held in The City of Bones with an unknown fate, and all suspicion in the Shadowhunter world continues to rest on Valentine’s daughter. When duty calls, Clary gets a little reprieve from the family drama as she helps Alec and Isabelle hunt down a powerful demon. But what starts out as a routine mission quickly puts the Institute on high alert, and what happens next will change everything for the Shadowhunters and their Downworlder friends. Meanwhile, Jocelyn has a proposition for Clary as Raphael and Simon ramp up their hunt for Camille.

    Director:Joe Lazarov
    Writer:Jamie Gorenberg

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  21. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6 - Iron Sisters
    8.2/10(2387 votes)

    #21 - Iron Sisters

    S2:E6

    To help get answers to what Valentine may be planning, Isabelle and Clary are sent on a mission to visit the Iron Sisters. Once there, more truths may be revealed than Izzy and Clary planned. On a mission of their own, Simon and Maia are determined to find Luke who is still missing after the demon attack at the Institute. Meanwhile, Magnus and Alec finally go on their first date.

    Director:Mike Rohl
    Writer:Allison Rymer

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  22. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 11 - Mea Maxima Culpa
    8.2/10(2208 votes)

    #22 - Mea Maxima Culpa

    S2:E11

    Shadowhunters and Downworlders pick up the pieces after Valentine's attack; Jace carries a heavy burden; a greater demon is loose in Manhattan; Izzy encounters a mysterious stranger; Simon tries to understand his new Daylighter status.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 13 - Those of Demon Blood
    8.2/10(2205 votes)

    #23 - Those of Demon Blood

    S2:E13

    After several Shadowhunters are killed, The Institute turns to controversial methods to prevent a Downworlder uprising.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 1 - On Infernal Ground
    8.2/10(2327 votes)

    #24 - On Infernal Ground

    S3:E1

    Secrets abound as the Shadowhunters and Downworlders try to get back to normal after Valentine's death. Clary struggles with keeping her secret about Raziel's wish, while Alec pushes Jace to come clean about whatever Jace and Clary are hiding. Luke must use tough love to keep his secret hidden from Ollie who is on a war path for answers. And Magnus hides his true feelings about his new position in the Warlock community from Alec. Meanwhile, Lilith sets a plan in motion in New York City as Simon spend stime in the Seelie Court.

    Director:Matthew Hastings
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 3 - What Lies Beneath
    8.2/10(2203 votes)

    #25 - What Lies Beneath

    S3:E3

    The Shadowhunters try to track down the new imposing threat, while Jace has a suspicion that Jonathan is back and behind the mundane attacks. Simon tries to figure out what The Seelie Queen did to him during his time in the glade. Alec decides to host a Lightwood family dinner at Magnus’ house after a surprising visit from Maryse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Erchomai" is the best rated episode of "Shadowhunters". It scored 9/10 based on 2474 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/15/2018. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Beside Still Water".