The BEST episodes of Outer Banks
Every episode of Outer Banks ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Outer Banks!
On an island of haves and have-nots, teen John B enlists his three best friends to hunt for a legendary treasure linked to his father's disappearance.
#1 - Parcel 9
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/15/2020
A spooky island legend, a broken friendship and John B’s new living situation keep the crew on their toes as they search high and low for the treasure.
#2 - The Bell Tower
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/15/2020
With his options dwindling and enemies closing in, John B looks for an exit plan. Sarah feels pressured to pick a side. Pope lets his emotions out.
#4 - Dead Calm
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/15/2020
JJ's reckless behavior ramps up when the friends try to score some quick cash. Meanwhile, John B grows closer to Sarah — and makes her dad suspicious.
#5 - The Runway
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/15/2020
John B finally learns the truth about his dad — and sets off a chain of events that jeopardizes everything he and his friends have fought to accomplish.
#7 - The Forbidden Zone
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/15/2020
As the gang hatches an illicit scheme to get to the bottom of the deep-sea mystery, John B confronts Sarah while Pope jumps at the chance for revenge.
#9 - The Bells
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/23/2023
As her friends mount a rescue attempt, Kiara agrees to an uneasy truce with Rafe. A familiar sound grabs John B's attention.
#10 - Secret of the Gnomon
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/23/2023
The Pogues' search for El Dorado brings them deep into the jungle, where John B and Sarah face the ultimate test of their courage and family bonds.
#11 - Welcome to Kitty Hawk
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/23/2023
With their ride to Orinoco waiting on the tarmac, Kiara and JJ run into several complications. Rafe has a change of heart.
#12 - The Bonfire
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/30/2021
Reeling from Ward's actions, Sarah finds her loyalties to John B and the Pogues put to the test. At the annual bonfire, jealousies and tempers flare.
#17 - The Storm and What Came After
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/20/2026
As a raging hurricane lashes Kildare, the Pogues race to save their loved ones and settle the score before a life-changing treasure slips away — again.
#18 - Albatross
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/10/2024
The Pogues scramble when the sheriff turns up at the worst possible time. JJ receives a mysterious letter. The amulet's clues point to Charleston.
#19 - The Town Council
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2024
JJ learns about his past. The Pogues rally support for a zoning meeting that will decide their fate. Sarah and John B suss out a theory about the scroll.
#20 - Mothers and Fathers
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2024
As a confrontation on Goat Island turns perilous, Sarah confirms a suspicion while searching for JJ, Pope's future falters, and Topper taunts John B.
#21 - Family Plot
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/7/2024
While JJ heads out on a grim mission with Groff, Sarah reveals her big news, Pope faces a moment of truth, and Rafe helps the sheriff connect the dots.
#22 - The Storm
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/7/2024
Pursued by police, the Pogues embark on the next stage of their mission with help from an unexpected source. Tensions flare when John B confides in JJ.
#23 - The Blue Crown
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/7/2024
The hunt for Groff heats up in Morocco. In a deadly race to claim the crown, loyalties are tested — and a moment of treachery changes everything.
#24 - The Crossing
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/20/2026
Devastated by a loss and stranded in Morocco, the Pogues navigate a treacherous border crossing as they race to intercept Groff — and the Blue Crown.
#25 - The Crown
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/20/2026
With her quest for vengeance hanging in the balance, Kiara strikes an uneasy deal with a rival. Groff's scheme to get rich goes sideways in Dubrovnik.