The BEST episodes of Army Wives

Every episode of Army Wives ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Army Wives!

The story of four women and one man who are brought together by their common bond — they all have military spouses.

Last Updated: 1/30/2024Network: LifetimeStatus: Ended
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On Behalf Of a Grateful Nation
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8.31
71 votes

#1 - On Behalf Of a Grateful Nation

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/27/2011

The tribe leans on each other as they cope with the loss of a loved one.

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Jackpot
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8.26
43 votes

#2 - Jackpot

Season 7 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/28/2013

Despite their best efforts, the tribe falls short of their fundraising goals for Claudia Joy's garden until Gloria discovers Holly has a hidden talent that could help them. Hector finds out about Gloria and Patrick. Michael unknowingly encourages Kat's daughter Hannah, a Citadel cadet, to switch from Air Force to Army.

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Damaged
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8.21
43 votes

#3 - Damaged

Season 7 - Episode 12 - Aired 6/2/2013

Latasha worries about Quincy's future in the Army. Gloria agrees to go out on a date with Hector, but is torn when Patrick asks for a second chance. Denise volunteers for a relief mission to an earthquake ravaged country. Tim's behavior starts to worry Holly. Michael and Kat share a moment.

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Goodbye Stranger
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8.18
167 votes

#4 - Goodbye Stranger

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 8/26/2007

In the first season finale, weapons are found missing. This prompts Michael to put the post on high alert, deploying soldiers in response to this possible terrorist attack.

Directors: Jeff Melman
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Farewell to Arms
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8.14
64 votes

#5 - Farewell to Arms

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 6/12/2011

Claudia Joy has difficulty dealing with the way people are treating her and Michael; Joan finds it tough to bond with David; Roxy's truck stop nears completion; and Denise attempts to help Tanya cope with life without Jeremy.

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The Messenger
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8.10
196 votes

#6 - The Messenger

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/22/2008

Denise connects with a wounded soldier who reminds her of her carefree past; Katie is upset to learn her father is going on another secret mission; and Claudia Joy becomes the object of a schoolboy crush.

Directors: Kevin Dowling
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Nobody's Perfect
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8.06
165 votes

#7 - Nobody's Perfect

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/29/2007

Joan finally comes back to the post and to Roland but Roland's guilt over his affair with a reporter begins to effect the future of his marriage. Frank's homecoming from having his unit shot down is put in further turmoil by Denise's job. Michael is about to have a career change. Meanwhile, Roxy tries to learn more about Trevor and Pamela finds out she loves her husband.

Writer: Dee Johnson
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Supporting Arms
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8.06
89 votes

#8 - Supporting Arms

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/1/2011

Medical issues arise for Claudia Joy. Pamela is concerned about Finn and TJ’s relationship with Roxy’s ex, Whit. Roland and Joan move forward with plans to add to their family.

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One of Our Own
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8.05
187 votes

#9 - One of Our Own

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/24/2007

Denise is put under stress but this time not from Jeremy's abusive behavior. Her husband's chopper and has been downed and she waits for news about him. A soldier takes Roland and Claudia hostage.

Directors: Michael Lange
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A Tribe Is Born
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8.04
208 votes

#10 - A Tribe Is Born

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/3/2007

Roxy is trying to get used to her new life as an army wife. She learns that the community's first impression of her isn't the one she planned.

Directors: Ben Younger
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Only the Lonely
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8.04
164 votes

#11 - Only the Lonely

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/22/2007

The Holdens plan a family vacation to get Amanda away from Jeremy; Denise decides to return to work as a hospital nurse; Pamela runs into an old friend while Roxy makes a new one, a recently widowed single mother who must leave the post due to her husband's death

Directors: Rob Spera
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Who We Are
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8.00
167 votes

#12 - Who We Are

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/8/2007

Amanda Holden has returned to the post and seems to be renewing and furthering a friendship with Jeremy. Roxy's mother comes for an unannounced visit. Trevor is injured and his deployment is delayed.

Writer: Dee Johnson
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Command Presence
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7.97
66 votes

#13 - Command Presence

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/13/2011

Pamela makes a decision on whether to join the Atlanta PD or stay at fort Marshall as an army war wife. And Claudia joy graduates law school Professor Chandler offers her a job at a law firm. Joan tackles a new job and deals with the stresses of that. Roland tries to see if he can find time for his wife in her busy schedule.

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The Art of Separation
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7.97
187 votes

#14 - The Art of Separation

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/17/2007

Trevor wants to adopt Roxy's sons but her ex refuses to sign the papers. Pamela decides to reveal the truth about the babies' birth and Denise has had enough with Jeremy's violent outbursts.

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Soldier On
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7.96
70 votes

#15 - Soldier On

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/3/2011

The aftermath of an unexpected loss leads to life-changing decisions for the wives.

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Adjustment Period
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7.96
46 votes

#16 - Adjustment Period

Season 7 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/19/2013

The men return from Afghanistan, but not all come home unscathed. Holly is excited to reunite with Tim but he struggles to readjust to life on the home front. Quincy's injuries put his army career in jeopardy as Latasha continues to try to make ends meet. Gloria, worried Hector may have been seriously hurt, shows up to welcome him home while a disappointed Patrick looks on. Joan makes a decision about the Army War College.

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Line of Departure
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7.90
63 votes

#17 - Line of Departure

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/6/2011

Denise is about to meet her daughter-in-law but things don't go smoothly. Denise is meeting with Tonya gets off to a rocky start because Molly isn't feeling too well. They meet again for the second time Tonya doesn't trust Denise is medical training and isn't sure the diagnosis of colic isn't the right one for Molly. Emmalin goes to college while Frank, Michael, Trevor, and Jeremy are all in Afghanistan fighting the war.

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Would You Know My Name
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7.89
205 votes

#18 - Would You Know My Name

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/8/2008

The bombing of the Hump Bar has everyone experiencing turmoil in attempts to return to normal.

Directors: Rob Spera
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Hail & Farewell
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7.89
204 votes

#19 - Hail & Farewell

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/15/2007

It's Roxy's birthday and her mother wants to plan a party for her. She asks Pamela for help with the party. Michael and Claudia Joy talk to Amanda about Jeremy and his behavior with his mother.

Directors: Kevin Dowling
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Reckoning
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7.89
44 votes

#20 - Reckoning

Season 7 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/12/2013

Everyone rejoices when the troops get orders to return to Fort Marshall. Maggie bonds with Caroline after getting her out of a tough situation. Latasha worries about the unexpected expenses that keep piling up. Hector struggles with some sad news from the home front. With Tim returning home, Gloria searches for a new apartment to give Holly and her husband some privacy. Our soldiers come under attack as they get ready to pull out of Afghanistan.

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Hello Stranger
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7.88
33 votes

#21 - Hello Stranger

Season 6 - Episode 17 - Aired 7/15/2012

Pamela and Chase invite Roxy and Trevor to meet them in Miami; an arrogant doctor blames Tanya for a patient's near death; Jackie's daughter visits from boarding school for the first time.

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Blood and Treasure
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7.88
41 votes

#22 - Blood and Treasure

Season 7 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/5/2013

The tribe gathers for Claudia Joy's dedication ceremony. Denise gets caught up in an emergency at the hospital. Michael and Kat bond at a non-work function. Patrick reluctantly breaks it off with Gloria to keep the peace within his unit. Roland gives Joan an ultimatum. Maggie discovers Caroline has been lying about her whereabouts after school.

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Winds Of War
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7.86
125 votes

#23 - Winds Of War

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/4/2012

The tribe prepares to leave Fort Marshall and go their separate ways. Roxy has a hard time adjusting to the idea of moving. Amid the base closing, Joan is busy getting the fort ready for an incoming hurricane. Denise and Frank celebrate Molly's first birthday.

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Onwards
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7.86
91 votes

#24 - Onwards

Season 6 - Episode 23 - Aired 9/9/2012

The tribe receives word that Fort Marshall is merging with an Air Force base. Kevin has a medical breakthrough. The troops have to redeploy to Afghanistan. Joan makes an important decision regarding her career. Charlie and Nicole decide to look into adoption.

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Brace for Impact
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7.85
41 votes

#25 - Brace for Impact

Season 7 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/21/2013

After an awkward conversation with Jackie, Gloria decides it's for the best if she calls things off with Patrick. Denise tries to help ease the tension between Gloria and Jackie. Michael bumps heads with the new Air Force Colonel, Kat Young. Joan is reprimanded when she drops the ball at work to attend David's basketball game. Maggie attempts to bond with Caroline. Eddie and Patrick arrive in Afghanistan.

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