The BEST episodes of Pretty Little Liars

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

Four friends band together against an anonymous follower who threatens to reveal their darkest secrets, while unraveling the mystery of the murder of their best friend.

Last Updated: 3/6/2024Network: FreeformStatus: Ended
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Game On, Charles
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8.15
896 votes

#1 - Game On, Charles

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/2/2015

Aria, Emily, Hanna, Spencer and Mona are trapped outside of Charles’ Dollhouse with nowhere to go and must now deal with an angry tormentor. Just when the Liars thought Charles couldn't get any worse, his games take a more demented and darker turn. As the girls struggle to survive, the puzzle of Charles’ story begins to come together. Meanwhile, Ezra, Caleb and Toby continue the fight to find the girls with or without Rosewood P.D.’s help.

Directors: Chad Lowe
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Taking This One to the Grave
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8.15
744 votes

#2 - Taking This One to the Grave

Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/26/2014

With Alison leading them down a dangerous path and “A” barring them from telling the police the truth, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer feel trapped and are desperate to find a way out of this mess. With nothing else to lose, could the PLLs lose everything by putting their faith in a possibly untrustworthy ally? Meanwhile, Alison begins to build up her own army now that the PLLs have turned their back on her.

Directors: Ron Lagomarsino
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A is for Answers
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8.15
870 votes

#3 - A is for Answers

Season 4 - Episode 24 - Aired 3/18/2014

After years of questions and mystery surrounding the night Alison DiLaurentis disappeared, her four best friends come face to face with Ali and finally learn what really happened to her that September night. Now with their newfound knowledge of Ali’s long-held secrets, can Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer help Alison finally figure out who “A” is?

Directors: I. Marlene King
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unmAsked
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8.07
1210 votes

#4 - unmAsked

Season 2 - Episode 25 - Aired 3/19/2012

Rosewood's Junior League Masquerade Gala is the perfect setting for "A's" next game of cat and mouse with his/her favorite targets. But with Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer fast on his/her heels, will this game be "A's" last?

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Miss Me x 100
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8.05
774 votes

#5 - Miss Me x 100

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/8/2014

The day has finally arrived — Alison’s first day back at Rosewood High, and neither the PLLs nor Alison are really ready for it. Determined to put on a brave face, Alison returns to also help heal the damage she did years ago. But are apologies enough for those who Alison has hurt in the past? Not if Mona and her army have anything to say about it. Meanwhile, Caleb and an old foe return to Rosewood.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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Now You See Me, Now You Don't
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8.00
930 votes

#6 - Now You See Me, Now You Don't

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/27/2013

An intriguing riddle from “A” has the Liars hitting the road and heading to Ravenswood, where they are surrounded by some familiar faces. During a very special magic show, one Liar pulls a disappearing act, leaving the other three scrambling to make sure she hasn’t succumbed to “A’s” tricks. But before they can hightail it out of Ravenswood, they make a shocking discovery that proves that everything they thought they knew about “A” and the “A” team might be wrong. With this discovery, the Liars may just have started “World War A." Meanwhile, Hanna and her mother’s joyous reunion is cut short when “A’s” sights are set on a new target. And Toby uncovers some surprising information about Wren.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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Bite Your Tongue
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7.94
695 votes

#7 - Bite Your Tongue

Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 1/28/2014

Hanna's new interest in crime novels helps her to come up with a plan to try and figure out whose body is in Ali's grave. While Hanna is on her hunt, Spencer is working overtime to decipher the stories in Ali's diary which she hopes will reveal the identity of Ali's mystery man. But with both girls hot on the trail, will their work lead them straight into "A's" path? Meanwhile, Aria is upset with the new friend Mike has made and Emily's dad is concerned about her behavior.

Directors: Arlene Sanford
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The DArkest Knight
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7.93
1137 votes

#8 - The DArkest Knight

Season 7 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/30/2016

The Liars face off with their enemies in a chaotic fight that ends fatally. One of the PLLs learns a secret about her past that changes everything while another Liar discovers something about her future that could alter her course forever.

Directors: Arlene Sanford
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Grave New World
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7.87
893 votes

#9 - Grave New World

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/22/2013

Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer crash the Ravenswood Founders Day Celebration after finding a clue in "A's" new lair that Ali may indeed be alive. Dressed in their finest Edwardian wear, the ladies hit the creepy cemetery party to find Ali before "A" can. But if Ali is truly alive, could the PLLs be leading "A" straight to their friend without knowing it? With Ezra lurking in the shadows, "A" may be closer than the girls realize. Meanwhile, Caleb heads to Ravenswood to help the girls and meets kindred soul Miranda along the way.

Directors: Ron Lagomarsino
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Free Fall
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7.83
724 votes

#10 - Free Fall

Season 4 - Episode 20 - Aired 2/18/2014

Spencer is determined that it is finally time to tell Aria about what she has found out about Ezra, but Emily and Hanna are worried about what it could do to their friend. A wrench is thrown into the plan when Ezra tells Aria about his concern and suspicion of Spencer's recent addiction problem. Now with Spencer's credibility being questioned, can the girls trust what Spencer has been telling them about Ezra — could this all be a figment of Spencer's tired brain or really just a clever ploy by Ezra to cover his tracks?

Directors: Melanie Mayron
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The First Secret
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7.82
1402 votes

#11 - The First Secret

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/19/2011

It is the Halloween before Alison went missing and the only concern for Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer is to score an invite to Noel Khan's Halloween party. But with a new girl in town to challenge Ali for Queen Bee dominance, Spencer possibly losing the class president election along with her parents' approval, and a shocking revelation for Aria about her father — there may be more to worry about than finding the perfect costume. With all of the tricks and treats floating around Rosewood, there may be something more sinister waiting out there for Ali and her best friends.

Directors: Dana Gonzales
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A dAngerous gAme
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7.81
961 votes

#12 - A dAngerous gAme

Season 3 - Episode 24 - Aired 3/19/2013

Spencer is back home and presenting a good front, but Aria, Hanna and Emily are not so sure their friend is fully back after seeing how fragile she was just a day or so before. Unfortunately the girls don't have much time to ponder Spencer's health as shocking revelations are brought to the forefront. With so much happening and new information being uncovered, will the Liars be ready for what is waiting for them?

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Cover For Me
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7.80
699 votes

#13 - Cover For Me

Season 4 - Episode 22 - Aired 3/4/2014

Emily takes up the sleuthing reins as she searches for answers about Ezra and Mona. After confronting both, Emily tries to make sense of the heartbreaking situation. Hanna, on the other hand, begins a new search after being confronted by Det. Holbrook and Lt. Tanner with a possible new lead in Alison’s case. Meanwhile, Spencer and Aria lean on new men in their lives to recover.

Directors: Michael Grossman
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For Whom the Bell Tolls
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7.80
1555 votes

#14 - For Whom the Bell Tolls

Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 3/21/2011

Now that Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer are in possession of the information that Alison left them, the girls decide that it's time to finally put an end to "A" and the mystery surrounding their friend. But without certain proof that their hunch is right, how can the girls catch "A" in his/her own game? And with little more than a video and hazy memories of the night that Alison disappeared, the Liars may have to turn to an unlikely source of information to help them put a stop to "A" once and for all — or so they think.

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Game Over, Charles
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7.80
869 votes

#15 - Game Over, Charles

Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/11/2015

Who killed Toby's mother? Who hit Alison in the head with the rock the night she went missing? Who is Red Coat? Who killed Bethany? Who is the Black Widow? Why has "A" been targeting the PLLs all this time? After years of torture, Alison, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer finally come face-to-face with their tormentor and learn the story of how and why Charles became "A."

Directors: I. Marlene King
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Through a Glass, Darkly
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7.79
585 votes

#16 - Through a Glass, Darkly

Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/6/2015

Three months have passed, and Mona's friends and family are still mourning their loss and more adamant than ever that Alison had something to do with Mona's death. Ready to put "A's" game to an end and get justice for Mona, the PLLs ramp up their search for evidence that could prove Alison killed Mona. But with Alison claiming her innocence and having a seemingly airtight alibi, the Liars may have to resort to more shady tactics to put Ali away. Meanwhile, Emily and Paige reach a crossroad in their relationship, and Aria starts to worry about her future.

Directors: Chad Lowe
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Unbridled
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7.78
762 votes

#17 - Unbridled

Season 4 - Episode 23 - Aired 3/11/2014

It is a rough time for all of the Liars as Spencer is reeling about the memories from her lost summer, Aria is still nursing a broken heart, Emily is reeling from Paige's Betrayal and Hanna unsuccessfully attempts to wade back into the dating pool. But as each girl tries to deal with her individual issues, they must focus their attention on their suspicions surrounding Mrs. DiLaurentis. Assuming that Mrs. D knows more about Ali and the night she went missing, girls decide to help out at her charity bridal fashion show to gain access to the DiLaurentis house to search for answers. Meanwhile, Ella and Jason return to Rosewood, each with something to hide.

Directors: Oliver Goldstick
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Hot for Teacher
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7.78
799 votes

#18 - Hot for Teacher

Season 4 - Episode 18 - Aired 2/4/2014

With Spencer’s possible Board Shorts revelation, she is now more determined than ever to prove her theory before bringing it to the other girls’ attention — especially since it could have a devastating effect on one of the Liars. But with many sleepless nights fueled by prescription medication, Hanna starts to notice Spencer’s odd behavior. Will Detective Hanna be able to figure out Spencer’s secret before Spencer is ready to share? Meanwhile, Emily looks to make amends with Alison through Shana, and all of Aria’s lies start to take a toll on her.

Directors: Tripp Reed
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Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares
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7.77
1402 votes

#19 - Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/2/2012

A month has passed on "Pretty Little Liars" since Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer were arrested and a lot has changed in Rosewood, and with the girls. No longer the mighty four best friends, the Liars are at each others' throats and Emily has been iced out completely. But what could have divided them so severely? Has "A" finally won the game of divide and conquer? With Emily now truly on her own, is she ripe for "A's" picking?

Directors: Norman Buckley
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This is a Dark Ride
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7.77
1095 votes

#20 - This is a Dark Ride

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/23/2012

Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer are looking forward to some good old Halloween fun now that the traumatic events with Nate are behind them. But once aboard the Rosewood Ghost Train, the girls are in for much more than just some childish trick or treats. With "A" running amuck and unexpected party-goers popping up at every turn, this Halloween event becomes one killer party.

Directors: Tim Hunter
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The Lady Killer
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7.76
1099 votes

#21 - The Lady Killer

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/28/2012

With Garrett's trial for Maya's murder starting, the town of Rosewood has become a media spectacle. At odds with her friends over Paige, Emily doesn't know where to turn when the media attention becomes too much for her. "A" sees this as a perfect opportunity and takes advantage of the situation and sends Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer on a path to a possible truce. But is "A's' peace offering real or just a trap for a much darker ending? Meanwhile, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer are betrayed as someone very close to them is revealed as part of the "A" team.

Directors: Ron Lagomarsino
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EscApe From New York
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7.75
889 votes

#22 - EscApe From New York

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/10/2014

Aria and the Liars are reeling from Ezra’s shooting at the hands of “A.” The five girls quickly realize that as the one person who truly knows A’s identity, Ezra, is in grave danger. While Aria stands watch over Ezra at the hospital, Alison and the PLLs lay a trap to finally flush out “A” but are shocked by who is ensnared. Meanwhile, Holbrook steps up his efforts to find the girls and puts the Hastings family on alert. And as news of Alison’s resurrection spreads, Mona is not pleased.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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Last Dance
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7.74
817 votes

#23 - Last Dance

Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/4/2015

It is prom time at Rosewood High School, except for Alison, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer who have been banned due to "security" concerns. As the girls see this as the final humiliating blow to their high school careers, the girls' mothers try to make the best of a bad situation by offering a home prom in Spencer's barn. At first reluctant, the PLLs agree and try to make the best out of a bad situation. But one to never miss a formal, Charles has other plans in store to make this a night they will never forget. Meanwhile, Veronica, Pam, Ashley and Ella use prom night to touch base on everything that has happened to their daughters.

Directors: Janice Cooke
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The Talented Mr. Rollins
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7.74
1072 votes

#24 - The Talented Mr. Rollins

Season 7 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/5/2016

Still reeling from the trauma of Hanna’s abduction and dark fate, the Liars must shift their focus to another one of their own. In order to protect Alison from Uber A’s threats, the PLLs snap into action at a chance to rescue her from the hospital. However, in doing so, they make a deadly mistake that changes everything.

Directors: Zetna Fuentes
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A Dark Ali
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7.73
695 votes

#25 - A Dark Ali

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/12/2014

The pressure is on for Alison to identify the man police have in custody for her kidnapping, but the Liars know if she does it would be sending an innocent man to prison and possibly walking right into an “A” trap. With Emily trying to convince Ali not to play into “A’s” hand, Spencer comes up with a plan B in case Ali decides to make the wrong decision. Meanwhile, fed up with all of the Ali drama, Hanna tries to lead a “normal” teenage life.

Directors: Arlene Sanford
Writer: Lijah Barasz
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