The BEST episodes of Reign (2013) season 4

Every episode of Reign (2013) season 4, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Reign (2013) season 4!

Chronicles the rise to power of Mary Queen of Scots when she arrives in France as a 15-year-old, betrothed to Prince Francis, and with her three best friends as ladies-in-waiting. It details the secret history of survival at French Court amidst fierce foes, dark forces, and a world of sexual intrigue.

Last Updated: 11/29/2024Network: The CWStatus: Ended
All It Cost Her
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8.07
663 votes

#1 - All It Cost Her

Season 4 - Episode 16 - Aired 6/16/2017

Mary makes a decision that will change the course of history -- forever shaping the fate of her nation, her crown, and her newborn son. Mary's perilous move for her survival causes the stunning realization that perhaps she is not the only one who may not survive. Meanwhile, Elizabeth steadies herself for war and will become the instigator in Mary's demise while later realizing she and Mary might be more similar than either thought. (Series Finale)

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Pulling Strings
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7.93
777 votes

#2 - Pulling Strings

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/14/2017

Mary and Darnley wed in a lavish affair, which proves to be a successful decision in regards to her political standing. James makes an interesting discovery about Greer, while Elizabeth frantically tries to salvage England’s power.

Directors: Andy Mikita
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Blood in the Water
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7.90
693 votes

#3 - Blood in the Water

Season 4 - Episode 15 - Aired 6/9/2017

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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Coup de Grace
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7.90
699 votes

#4 - Coup de Grace

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/19/2017

Darnley teams up with John Knox to strip Mary of her throne, which will leave a close friend of Mary's dead. Elizabeth must banish Gideon from court at the request of her future husband, while Charles takes a bold stance against his brother Henri.

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A Bride. A Box. A Body.
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7.89
667 votes

#5 - A Bride. A Box. A Body.

Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 6/2/2017

Mary pursues justice by launching a counterattack on her conspirators. Meanwhile, Elizabeth suffers a major setback, and it turns her world upside down.

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Hanging Swords
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7.87
733 votes

#6 - Hanging Swords

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/31/2017

When Darnley gets a surprise visitor, his marriage to Mary hangs in the balance. Elizabeth learns her attempt to stop Mary backfired. Meanwhile, Catherine and Narcisse find King Charles and must convince him to return to the castle.

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Dead of Night
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7.87
727 votes

#7 - Dead of Night

Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/5/2017

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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Uncharted Waters
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7.86
766 votes

#8 - Uncharted Waters

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/7/2017

As Mary’s upcoming wedding looms, a terrible tragedy pushes Mary and Darnley apart, forcing Mary to enlist in Catherine’s help. Elizabeth encounters a traitor to Spain, who petitions her to support an expedition to the New World.

Directors: Fred Gerber
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Playing with Fire
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7.86
799 votes

#9 - Playing with Fire

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/3/2017

When Lord Darnley surprises Mary with a visit in Scotland, Mary sees a glimmer of a union that could be more than just political. Elizabeth fights to gain allies in her favor and Catherine must work to get Claude back on track by finding her a new husband.

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With Friends Like These
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7.86
854 votes

#10 - With Friends Like These

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/10/2017

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.

Directors: Stuart Gillard
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The Shakedown
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7.82
690 votes

#11 - The Shakedown

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/12/2017

After a tragic earthquake hits Scotland, Mary must face John Knox amidst claims that she isn't coming to the aid of her people. Elizabeth takes drastic measures after she is discovered with Gideon, while Charles makes a decision that backfires.

Directors: Norma Bailey
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Love & Death
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7.82
738 votes

#12 - Love & Death

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/24/2017

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.

Directors: Megan Follows
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A Better Man
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7.79
730 votes

#13 - A Better Man

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/28/2017

Mary contemplates how to take over the English throne; Elizabeth struggles to find an appropriate suitor to marry; James gets caught up in a scheme orchestrated by John Knox

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A Grain of Deception
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7.76
800 votes

#14 - A Grain of Deception

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/17/2017

Queen Mary discovers there is a leak amongst her advisors and sets out to uncover the traitor. Queen Elizabeth enlists Narcisse to further her quest for supremacy. Meanwhile, Catherine takes desperate measures to regain some of the power she has lost.

Directors: Fred Gerber
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Leaps of Faith
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7.72
843 votes

#15 - Leaps of Faith

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/24/2017

Gideon shows Mary what life could be like if she chose love over country. Catherine fights to cover King Charles' increasingly erratic behavior, while Claude finds an enemy in her sister Leeza.

Directors: Charles Binamé
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Highland Games
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7.69
796 votes

#16 - Highland Games

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/17/2017

In order to get Mary to agree to a marriage, Lord Darnley must demonstrate his loyalty when she voices her concerns about his true intentions. Catherine and Narcisse work to repair King Charles' reputation after rumors spread about his strange behavior and threaten the throne.

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