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The Best Episodes of The Royals Season 1

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

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Drama about a fictional British Royal family set in modern day London, who inhabit a world of opulence and regal tradition that caters to any and every desire, but one that also comes with a

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Royals Season 1 Episode 1 - Stand and Unfold Yourself
    7.3/10(379 votes)

    #1 - Stand and Unfold Yourself

    S1:E1

    After the sudden death of their older brother and heir to the throne, Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor have a hard time with their new roles. Queen Helena tries to maintain the family's image and King Simon questions the monarchy's future.

    Director:Mark Schwahn

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  2. The Royals Season 1 Episode 2 - Infants of the Spring
    7.6/10(298 votes)

    #2 - Infants of the Spring

    S1:E2

    At the annual garden party, Prince Liam is reunited with his ex, Gemma. The Queen and Cyrus work to counteract King Simon's wishes.

    Director:Mark Schwahn

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  3. The Royals Season 1 Episode 3 - We Are Pictures, or Mere Beasts
    7.9/10(264 votes)

    #3 - We Are Pictures, or Mere Beasts

    S1:E3

    The Queen and Princess Eleanor throw competing fashion shows during London's fashion week while Prince Liam narrowly avoids a catastrophe.

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  4. The Royals Season 1 Episode 4 - Sweet, Not Lasting
    8.1/10(254 votes)

    #4 - Sweet, Not Lasting

    S1:E4

    Prince Liam does his first PR tour as heir to the throne while Queen Helena forces Princess Eleanor to do a PR tour of London.

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  5. The Royals Season 1 Episode 5 - Unmask Her Beauty to the Moon
    8.3/10(253 votes)

    #5 - Unmask Her Beauty to the Moon

    S1:E5

    Prince Liam, Princess Eleanor and Queen Helena's romances are a popular topic at the annual masquerade ball.

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  6. The Royals Season 1 Episode 6 - The Slings and Arrows of Outrageous Fortune
    8.4/10(255 votes)

    #6 - The Slings and Arrows of Outrageous Fortune

    S1:E6

    A trip to Monaco helps Prince Liam and Ophelia's relationship blossom but a different side of Princess Eleanor is revealed.

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  8. The Royals Season 1 Episode 7 - Your Sovereignty of Reason
    8.1/10(225 votes)

    #7 - Your Sovereignty of Reason

    S1:E7

    The King makes a decision that impacts the rest of the family while Ophelia struggles with the PR fallout from Monaco.

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  9. The Royals Season 1 Episode 8 - The Great Man Down
    8.5/10(225 votes)

    #8 - The Great Man Down

    S1:E8

    The Royal Family is put on lockdown in a safe room at the palace after an assassination attempt.

    Director:Mark Schwahn

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  10. The Royals Season 1 Episode 9 - In My Heart There Was a Kind of Fighting
    8.2/10(206 votes)

    #9 - In My Heart There Was a Kind of Fighting

    S1:E9

    When someone from Prince Robert's past pays them a visit, Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor must face their own personal demons.

    Director:Tom Vaughan

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  11. The Royals Season 1 Episode 10 - Our Wills and Fates Do So Contrary Run
    8.8/10(245 votes)

    #10 - Our Wills and Fates Do So Contrary Run

    S1:E10

    Secrets are revealed as Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor investigate Prince Robert’s death and the attack on the throne.

    Director:Mark Schwahn

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Stand and Unfold Yourself" is the best rated episode of "The Royals" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 379 votes. Directed by Mark Schwahn and written by Mark Schwahn, it aired on 3/15/2015. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Infants of the Spring".