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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 2 Episode 16 - Day of Atonement
    8.8/10(2191 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 20 - City of Glass
    8.7/10(738 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 12 - You Are Not Your Own
    8.5/10(2233 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 22 - All Good Things... (2)
    8.5/10(983 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 3 - Parabatai Lost
    8.4/10(2504 votes)

    #5 - Parabatai Lost

    S2:E3

    Already cut off from the Institute and his friends, Jace finds his situation worsen when he becomes a target for the New York wolf pack who believe Jace to be a killer. And don’t forget about Aldertree and the Shadowhunters who continue their own hunt for Jace! With Jace becoming the most wanted man in New York, can his friends get to him before everyone else? Meanwhile, Simon is on a search of his own as Raphael puts pressure on him to find Camille.

    Director:Gregory Smith
    Writer:Peter Binswanger

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  6. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6 - Iron Sisters
    8.4/10(2405 votes)

    #6 - 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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  7. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 8 - Love Is a Devil
    8.4/10(2398 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 9 - Bound by Blood
    8.4/10(2279 votes)

    #8 - Bound by Blood

    S2:E9

    With word getting out that Clary is a key part of Valentine’s plan, the Downworlders are at odds on how to handle the issue. But when Iris activates her blood oath, Clary has more to worry about than hiding from Valentine and the Downworlders. Meanwhile, Isabelle and Raphael get closer as Alec tries to figure out what’s going on with his sister.

    Director:Matthew Hastings
    Writer:Peter Binswanger

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  9. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 10 - By the Light of Dawn
    8.4/10(2443 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 14 - The Fair Folk
    8.4/10(2284 votes)

    #10 - 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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  11. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 7 - How Are Thou Fallen
    8.3/10(2385 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 15 - A Problem of Memory
    8.2/10(2188 votes)

    #12 - A Problem of Memory

    S2:E15

    Simon goes down a dark path while Alec and team prepares to transport Valentine.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 1 - On Infernal Ground
    8.2/10(2345 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 5 - Dust and Shadows
    8.0/10(2374 votes)

    #14 - Dust and Shadows

    S2:E5

    After the recent attack on the Institute, the Shadowhunters are left devastated and wounded. Trying to regroup, each of the Shadowhunters deals with the situation their own way. Meanwhile, Simon moves home but finds it is not so easy to pull off his new life with his family around.

    Director:Salli Richardson-Whitfield
    Writer:Zac Hug

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  15. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 13 - Those of Demon Blood
    8.0/10(2223 votes)

    #15 - 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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  16. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 18 - Awake, Arise, or Be Forever Fallen
    8.0/10(2289 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 20 - Beside Still Water
    8.0/10(2378 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 2 - The Powers That Be
    8.0/10(2306 votes)

    #18 - 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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  19. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 6 - A Window into an Empty Room
    8.0/10(2167 votes)

    #19 - A Window into an Empty Room

    S3:E6

    Clary teams up with Magnus to investigate a recent demon attack. Simon is stunned with he’s visited by someone he never thought he’d see again, and who now won’t seem to leave. Meanwhile, Izzy worries about dinner with her family and a special guest and Luke reaches out to Maryse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 7 - Salt In the Wound
    8.0/10(2152 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 8 - A Heart of Darkness
    8.0/10(2175 votes)

    #21 - 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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  22. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 10 - Erchomai
    8.0/10(2493 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 12 - Original Sin
    8.0/10(825 votes)

    #23 - Original Sin

    S3:E12

    Simon is determined to get rid of the Mark of Cain and, with Isabelle’s help, tries to track down New York’s oldest vampire to get more information on the mark. Now in Paris, Clary desperately tries to find an escape from her current situation. Meanwhile, with his new sense of mortality, Magnus tries to live life to the very fullest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 13 - Beati Bellicosi
    8.0/10(768 votes)

    #24 - Beati Bellicosi

    S3:E13

    Jordan and the Praetor try to track down Heidi, while the Shadowhunters try to locate Jonathan. Meanwhile, Luke looks to Maryse for help and Isabelle gets a possible lead on information on what is really going on in the Clave prisons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 16 - Stay With Me
    8.0/10(724 votes)

    #25 - Stay With Me

    S3:E16

    Clary and Jace come up with a risky plan to get rid of her twinning rune, which may bring an old enemy back into the fray. Meanwhile, Alec is worried about Magnus.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Day of Atonement" is the best rated episode of "Shadowhunters". It scored 8.8/10 based on 2191 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/17/2017. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "City of Glass".