The Best Episodes Written By Wendy Riss

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.8/10(19 votes)

   #1 - Damned

   S4:E511/23/2025

   New dangers threaten Mike's family as Callahan comes back into focus.

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   8.4/10(14 votes)

   #2 - Belleville

   S4:E812/14/2025

   Mike lays a dangerous trap while a prison break puts the town in peril.

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   7.8/10(21 votes)

   #3 - Donnie or Marie

   S2:E126/10/2012

   Sarah and Holder close in on the murderer. Meanwhile, the Richmond campaign preps for the election; and the Larsens seek to get their lives back in order.

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   7.8/10(13 votes)

   #4 - Barbarians at the Gate

   S3:E36/16/2024

   The Mayor makes his presence known to Konstantin. Bunny brings Mike up to speed on a failed assassination attempt.

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   7.7/10(3 votes)

   #5 - Blood in the Water

   S4:E156/9/2017

   Mary’s life hangs in the balance — Childbirth threatens to take Mary’s life, which leaves her and her unborn child’s safety in jeopardy. Elizabeth discovers that someone in her inner circle was the cause of the death of someone close to her.

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   7.6/10(12 votes)

   #6 - Marya Was Here

   S3:E77/14/2024

   An incident on the bridge raises questions across Kingstown. Mike sets a risky plan in motion.

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   7.6/10(23 votes)

   #7 - Tom

   S1:E54/16/2023

   Homm begins to unravel how Intaverse ties in with Crowley's master plan as Crowley's forces start to close in. Hailey tries in vain to get Weir, who is continually distracted by the puzzle of Valence’s death, to trust her. Meanwhile, Agent Madi investigates Weir's ex-wife, Liv, for possible clues. And, Ben has a secret…

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   7.3/10(11 votes)

   #8 - Chapter Seven

   S2:E75/29/2018

   After WWII, Picasso joins the Communist Party but struggles to align his artwork with his own political beliefs. Affected by a tragic love affair from his past, Picasso falters in his responsibilities to Françoise.

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   7.3/10(22 votes)

   #9 - Ghosts of the Past

   S2:E54/22/2012

   Sarah receives a message from the dead that may shed light on the identity of Rosie's killer. Meanwhile, Mitch befriends a young runaway; and Richmond has grave doubts about his future in politics.

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    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #10 - The Prince of the Blood

    S2:E711/13/2014

    Princess Claude makes a surprise visit home. The princess is known to be a provocative and reckless young woman. Greer's wedding tour ends earlier than expected.

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    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Wedlock

    S3:E91/15/2016

    Claude is forced to marry someone selected by Narcisse. Meanwhile, a surprising discovery is made by Elizabeth, and it could alter her reign; and Mary asks Gideon to help her confirm her suspicions about Prince Don Carlos.

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    6.5/10(6 votes)

    #12 - Long Live the King

    S1:E215/8/2014

    Mary teams up with Catherine to deal with Henry, whose deranged behavior puts Francis at risk. Elsewhere, Bash resolves to destroy the Darkness after meeting a boy who survived the horror; and a devoted Lola tries to protect Julien.

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    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #13 - Extreme Measures

    S3:E310/23/2015

    When King Antoine unexpectedly returns to Court, Mary must help Francis hide his weakening condition long enough to secure his family's future. With the Throne in jeopardy and time running out, they must turn to an unlikely ally in need of redemption.

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    6.2/10(6 votes)

    #14 - Royal Blood

    S1:E122/27/2014

    Clarissa kidnaps Henry and Catherine's youngest sons, so Catherine turns to Mary and Bash for help. Elsewhere, Lola tries to assist her brother with a debt, but when she gets in over her head, Francis comes to her aid.

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    6.0/10(6 votes)

    #15 - Monsters

    S1:E163/27/2014

    Bash saves Francis' life while they're in the woods exploring the latest ominous threat. Meanwhile, Henry becomes obsessed with a servant who won a contest; Greer is seen kissing a kitchen servant; and Henry forces a new couple into a union.

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    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #16 - Dead of Night

    S4:E115/5/2017

    Mary and Darnley are at odds as their plan to seize England is put into action. Elizabeth is conflicted about her feelings for Gideon. Catherine's son Henri tries to claim the throne from Charles.

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    5.1/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Chosen

    S1:E611/21/2013

    Francis observes the growing bond between Mary and Bash, so he turns to Olivia. Meanwhile, Catherine wants to ensure that whoever threatened Mary is captured; Bash seeks to repay his debt; and Kenna tells her friends about her affair with Henry.

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    5.0/10(7 votes)

    #18 - With Friends Like These

    S4:E12/10/2017

    Queen Mary, unsure who to trust, tests her brother James to ensure his loyalty after hearing of his meeting with John Knox. Queen Elizabeth agrees to help Lord Darnley, in an attempt to sabotage the powerful suitor’s relationship with Mary.

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    5.0/10(5 votes)

    #19 - Love & Death

    S4:E63/24/2017

    Mary must deal with the political repercussions of a potential marriage to Lord Darnley and King Charles disappears, leaving Catherine to pick up the pieces. Elizabeth comes to Gideon's aid, while Claude receives an interesting proposition.

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    4.8/10(4 votes)

    #20 - No Way Out

    S3:E125/2/2016

    Mary must prioritize her life over her cousin's. Meanwhile, Lola and Elizabeth unexpectedly join forces; Catherine can't escape her past; and Mary and Gideon begin to see each other in a new light.

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    4.7/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Mercy

    S2:E1012/11/2014

    Francis comes to a surprising decision. Mary takes part in a treacherous mission with Lord Condé.

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    4.5/10(6 votes)

    #22 - Drawn and Quartered

    S2:E210/9/2014

    A powerful and dominating Lord learns Mary was responsible for his son's death, he demands retribution. Francis and Lola return to the castle with their new son.

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    4.2/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Reversal of Fortune

    S2:E184/16/2015

    Mary becomes the temporary leader of France; Catherine asks Narcisse for help beating Mary at her own game; Bash sees a familiar face in the village.

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