The WORST episodes of Devious Maids

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

The series centers on four Latina maids working in the homes of Beverly Hills’ wealthiest and most powerful families, and a newcomer who made it personal after a maid was murdered and determined to uncover the truth behind her demise, and in the process become an ally in their lives.

Last Updated: 8/2/2026Network: LifetimeStatus: Ended
War and Grease
star
7.30
81 votes

#1 - War and Grease

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/20/2016

Genevieve’s war on Marisol is taken to new heights. Carmen attempts to be “friends” with Daniela, but struggles when Danni’s behavior spirals out of control. Zoila’s friendship with Frances continues to build. Adrian cuts off Evelyn’s funding, throwing a wrench into her plans to divorce him. Meanwhile, Rosie and Jesse have a new visitor to deal with.

Directors: Mary Lou Belli
Minding the Baby
star
7.40
324 votes

#2 - Minding the Baby

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/11/2013

Genevieve lies to her new boyfriend about her age, much to Zoila's dismay. Rosie begins working at the Powells. Carmen learns Odessa is hiding something. Marisol goes with Taylor to a fertility clinic.

Directors: Tara Nicole Weyr
Grime and Punishment
star
7.50
108 votes

#3 - Grime and Punishment

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/8/2016

Zoila discovers a huge secret that finally helps Rosie get to the truth about Peri’s murder. Carmen and Danni find themselves in a dangerous situation. Genevieve makes a new friend and Marisol attempts to get closure with Peter. Adrian has big news to share, bringing Evelyn one step closer to finalizing the divorce she’s always wanted

Directors: Victor Nelli Jr.
Much Ado About Buffing
star
7.50
108 votes

#4 - Much Ado About Buffing

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/1/2016

Marisol learns a secret from Genevieve’s past that may provide a clue to finding Peri’s killer. Zoila struggles to balance her love life and her demanding new boss, while also helping Rosie investigate The Circle. Danni appears to be warming up to Carmen, but her motives aren't so pure. Spence helps Rosie when Miguel begins to act out at school.

Directors: Victor Nelli Jr.
A Time to Spill
star
7.50
108 votes

#5 - A Time to Spill

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/4/2016

Rosie puts herself at risk in an attempt to prove Spence's innocence; Danni seeks comfort from Jesse while avoiding Carmen; Marisol asks for Evelyn's help after Peter invites her to a gala; and Zoila tries to make Kyle jealous. Meanwhile, Genevieve and Fabian's relationship takes an unexpected turn.

Directors: David Grossman
Sweeping with the Enemy
star
7.50
108 votes

#6 - Sweeping with the Enemy

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/27/2016

Marisol deals with a new roommate. Daniela and Carmen’s relationship takes a turn when an unexpected visitor arrives. Zoila gets setup on a blind date, as Genevieve also makes a new friend. Rosie’s suspicions of foul play grow stronger.

Directors: Mary Lou Belli
Watch Now:Apple TV
Suspicion
star
7.50
162 votes

#7 - Suspicion

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/14/2015

Marisol believes Taylor is hiding something about the murders; Ernesto sets a plan into motion that could have dangerous consequences for Rosie; Zoila struggles to adapt to a big change in her job; Adrian's past actions come back to threaten his happy family.

Directors: David Warren
Cleaning Out the Closet
star
7.50
297 votes

#8 - Cleaning Out the Closet

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/8/2013

Alejandro and Carmen offer different opinions about his new relationship; Marisol gets closer to the truth; Rosie cleans up a serious mess for Peri; Philippe and Genvieve grow closer, but Zoila doesn't believe that he's changed his philandering ways.

Directors: John Scott
Writer: Victor Levin
Wiping Away the Past
star
7.60
378 votes

#9 - Wiping Away the Past

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/7/2013

Michael's ex-wife drops a bomb about Taylor's past; Adrian tries to cheer up his friend; Valentina and Genevieve try to get Remi to notice Valentina as more than a friend; Spence offers to help Rosie; Carmen gets a meeting with a music producer.

Directors: Rob Bailey
Writer: Victor Levin
Pilot
star
7.60
457 votes

#10 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/23/2013

The women turn to one another for support when their friend and fellow maid Flora is brutally murdered at the home of her employers, Evelyn and Adrian Powell, at one of the largest society events of the year. Meanwhile, newcomer Marisol is hired to clean the home of Taylor and Michael Stappord, a newlywed couple with a complicated love history. But Marisol has ulterior motives and when someone she loves becomes wrapped up in Flora’s murder, she goes undercover to learn the truth.

Directors: Paul McGuigan
Writer: Marc Cherry
Watch Now:Apple TV
Making Your Bed
star
7.60
351 votes

#11 - Making Your Bed

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/14/2013

The arrival of Genvieve's brother, Henri, complicates matters for Zoila, whose heart he broke years before. Rosie vows to help Spence with his marriage. Tensions between Carmen and Odessa are at an all-time high when Alejandro allows Carmen to be a guest at the party he's hosting while Odessa works in her place. Marisol offers to work a fundraiser at the Powell house in order to uncover more information about Flora's murder.

Directors: David Warren
Hanging the Drapes
star
7.60
351 votes

#12 - Hanging the Drapes

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/25/2013

Valentina worries Remi will hate her when he returns from rehab. Rosie wants Spence to defend her honor after Adrian propositions her. Marisol learns her son was caught up in nefarious activities. Carmen has trouble going through with a favor for Alejandro. Taylor and Michael have exciting news.

Directors: John Scott
Writer: Brian Tanen
From Here to Eternity
star
7.60
189 votes

#13 - From Here to Eternity

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/6/2015

Marisol begins a new business venture; Blanca struggles with her new employer.

Directors: David Warren
Blood, Sweat, and Smears
star
7.70
81 votes

#14 - Blood, Sweat, and Smears

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/18/2016

Rosie discovers one of Peri's deepest secrets; Evelyn tricks Carmen to further her own interests; Marisol struggles with Peter's absence; and Genevieve vies for Zoila's attention. Meanwhile, Carmen becomes involved in a new relationship.

Directors: Elodie Keene
Setting the Table
star
7.70
430 votes

#15 - Setting the Table

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/30/2013

Valentina's plans to get closer to Remi continue to irritate Zoila. Rosie gets caught in the middle when Spence accuses Peri of cheating. Carmen takes advantage of Alejando and Odessa being out of the house, much to Sam's dismay. Marisol tries to figure out a way to spend more time at the Powell house.

Directors: Rob Bailey
Writer: Marc Cherry
Taking Out the Trash
star
7.70
351 votes

#16 - Taking Out the Trash

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/21/2013

A visitor from Carmen's past appears at Alejandro's house; Valentina tries to control her emotions; new information about Flora comes to light; Peri thinks Spence is having an affair; Evelyn and Adrian celebrate an important birthday.

Directors: David Warren
Watch Now:Apple TV
Another One Wipes the Dust
star
7.80
108 votes

#17 - Another One Wipes the Dust

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/13/2016

Rosie finds herself entangled in the aftermath of the latest murder in Beverly Hills. Marisol makes a shocking discovery about Genevieve. Carmen worries about her ability to control Daniela when she begins displaying a wild streak. Meanwhile, Zoila becomes uneasy after discovering her neighbor’s relationship with his mother is a little too close for comfort. Evelyn’s desire to move on from Adrian has her reaching new lows.

Directors: David Warren
The Talk of the Town
star
7.80
243 votes

#18 - The Talk of the Town

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/27/2015

Zoila discovers a secret from Genevieve's past; Rosie is torn between Ernesto and Spence.

Directors: Tara Nicole Weyr
Proof
star
7.80
243 votes

#19 - Proof

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/6/2014

When Nick refuses to divulge his secret past, Marisol sets off on a quest to find out the truth. Zoila struggles with her feelings for Javier and Pablo. Carmen must play babysitter to Spence's son. Rosie recruits Lucinda and Didi to work together to rescue Kenneth and put a stop to Reggie's financial thievery. Valentina tells the police what she knows about Ethan and his crew.

Directors: David Grossman
Night, Mother
star
7.80
216 votes

#20 - Night, Mother

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/8/2014

Nicholas asks Marisol a surprising question. Opal turns to Ethan for help. Genevieve invites Zoila and Javier over for dinner. Valentina gets caught in the crossfire of Evelyn and Adrian trying to outsmart each other. Carmen and Spence deal with Ty misbehaving. Lucinda and Rosie argue about her behavior.

Directors: David Warren
Scrambling the Eggs
star
7.80
270 votes

#21 - Scrambling the Eggs

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/18/2013

Evelyn blackmails Rosie so she can spend more time with baby Tucker. Zoila is upset when Genevieve presents her with an interesting proposition for Valentina. Marisol discovers some new information about Flora and grows suspicious of Michael. Carmen is troubled by Alejandro's reaction to Odessa's illness.

Directors: Tara Nicole Weyr
Writer: Marc Cherry
Walking the Dog
star
7.80
324 votes

#22 - Walking the Dog

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/28/2013

Zoila's job is jeopardized when Genevieve has financial troubles; Marisol makes a discovery at the Powell house; Carmen is jealous when Sam starts dating; Valentina worries about Remi's erratic behavior.

Directors: Tawnia McKiernan
Writer: Brian Tanen
Getting Out the Blood
star
7.81
298 votes

#23 - Getting Out the Blood

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/15/2013

Marisol puts herself in harm's way as she digs deeper into Flora's murder. Peri goes through great lengths to get Rosie to forgive her. Carmen rekindles her relationship with Sam after seeing how lonely Alejandro is, despite his fame. Zoila continues to disapprove of Genevieve and Phillipe's relationship. Remi makes a major decision, putting Valentina in a difficult position.

Directors: Larry Shaw
Writer: Marc Cherry
The Awful Truth
star
7.90
189 votes

#24 - The Awful Truth

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/13/2015

As Zoila and Javier prepare to get married, Genevieve insists that Zoila take her advice.

Directors: Gil Junger
Watch Now:Apple TV
She Done Him Wrong
star
7.90
189 votes

#25 - She Done Him Wrong

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/3/2015

Carmen unwillingly helps Adrian with his hobby which has dangerous consequences. Marisol worries over her relationship with Jesse. Zoila struggles with her feelings about having a new baby, while dealing with the arrival of her younger sister. Rosie continues to battle with her love for both of her husbands and makes a drastic decision. Evelyn discovers a new desire within herself.

Directors: Tara Nicole Weyr