The WORST episodes of Roswell, New Mexico
Every episode of Roswell, New Mexico ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Roswell, New Mexico!
The series takes place in a town where aliens with unearthly abilities live undercover among humans. When a violent attack points to a greater alien presence, the politics of fear and hatred threaten to expose them.
#1 - Pilot
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/15/2019
When Liz Ortecho reluctantly returns to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, New Mexico, she reconnects with Max Evans, her teenage crush, who is now a Roswell police officer. But Liz soon discovers a shocking truth: Max is an alien who has kept his unearthly abilities hidden his entire life, along with those of his otherworldly sister, Isobel, and their friend Michael. Elsewhere, Master Sergeant Jesse Manes spearheads a long-standing government conspiracy — unbeknownst to his son, Alex Manes, who has recently returned from service overseas with emotional and physical injuries. The politics of fear and hatred that run rampant in Roswell threaten to expose Max and his family and could endanger his deepening romance with Liz…as well as their lives.
#2 - Steal My Sunshine
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/6/2022
With the threat of Jones behind them, in a peaceful Roswell we find Liz is busy teaching while Max lends an assist to his ex-partner on a string of recent bank robberies. Our couples are happy and thriving but a sudden storm, leaves everyone on edge about what is to come.
#3 - You Get What You Give
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/11/2022
Max’s secrets may have a devastating outcome for Liz. Meanwhile, Maria helps Dallas in his search for answers and Michael makes an unsettling discovery about himself.
#4 - Wild Wild West
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/8/2022
After being exposed to her own "alien-power mist," Liz finds herself trapped in a fever dream and a battle to save not just her own life but Max's life as well. Meanwhile, Michael stumbles on a secret Rosa is keeping involving a surprising former adversary.
#5 - Kiss From a Rose
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/18/2022
Liz turns to Shivani for help finding scientific answers while Bonnie looks to Max for protection. Meanwhile, Kyle and Isobel deal with the fallout of their actions.
#6 - Dear Mama
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/27/2022
Liz’s work to find out more about a found skin sample hits a roadblock. Meanwhile, Michael continues to gain Bonnie’s trust, but Clyde may not be as easily persuaded. Also, Isobel finally finds the courage to be honest with Anatsa and Maria suffers a devastating loss.
#7 - Subterranean Homesick Alien
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/20/2022
Liz, Max, Michael and Cameron put a plan into action that could finally get them a step closer to catching Bonnie and Clyde. Meanwhile, Maria is hiding her recent lack of visions and Kyle has a date.
#8 - Fly
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/13/2022
A visitor connected to Liz’s past comes bearing gifts. Anatsa digs in on a story about the bank heists, angering Max and putting Kyle and Isobel in a difficult position.
#9 - Follow You Down
Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/22/2022
As Liz begins to see the error of her ways, she is quickly faced with a new threat which forces her to make a difficult decision. Meanwhile, Max finds himself in an intense standoff and Michael begins to lose hope of ever reuniting with Alex.
#10 - How's It Going to Be
Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/5/2022
Liz doubting her abilities, calls for reinforcements. Meanwhile, Isobel shows Max a memory, one that will put him on a new trajectory and Michael makes a promise to Alex.
#11 - So Much for the Afterglow
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/22/2019
The anniversary of Rosa's death reignites tensions as the town takes aim at Liz and her father, Arturo, for what happened on that fateful day 10 years ago. Meanwhile, Max confronts Michael and Isobel, who are concerned that his feelings for Liz will expose their secret. Elsewhere, Master Sergeant Manes' attempt to convince Kyle of the alien conspiracy in Roswell takes an unexpected turn. Finally, Liz and Kyle make a shocking revelation about Rosa's death.
#12 - Give Me One Reason
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/2/2021
Jones fills Michael and Isobel in on bits from the past as they look for a way to save Max’s life. Meanwhile, Maria goes to extremes to try and stop a murder. And in order to move forward in her research, Liz will have to face her past.
#13 - Dig Me Out
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/25/2022
Liz and Max have a major disagreement prompting her to turn to Rosa for guidance. Meanwhile, Maria struggles to connect to her mother's spirit.
#14 - Hands
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/26/2021
While Liz settles into her new life and career in Los Angeles, Max, Isobel and Michael must figure out if the stranger in the cave with the familiar face is friend or foe.
#15 - Two Sparrows in a Hurricane
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/29/2022
Liz is faced with an impossible decision. Meanwhile, Max agrees to join Isobel on a mission to save Bonnie.
#16 - Missing My Baby
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/1/2022
With missing friends and mysteries abound, Liz returns to fringe science, but in working alongside her new mentor, she's confronted with an unsettling revelation and a difficult choice, meanwhile, Maria uncovers the truth behind the "messages" she's been receiving. Elsewhere, the bond between brothers is tested when Max keeps an explosive secret from Michael, putting them at odds during a critical moment. Lastly, Isobel tries to pull answers out of Tezca, only to discover that the villain in her story is not as clear-cut as she may seem.
#17 - Black Hole Sun
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/9/2021
Liz confronts Max. Maria is desperate to figure out the mystery of her vision and Isobel is learning more about her abilities. Meanwhile, Kyle has a strange encounter and Michael is fueled by his anger.
#18 - Tearin' Up My Heart
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/29/2019
After uncovering some unsettling information about Max, Liz runs a series of tests to see what his powers may be capable of. Michael and Isobel take matters into their own hands after learning that Liz may be getting too close to Max. Liz enlists Maria's help as she goes on a scavenger hunt across Roswell to uncover more about Rosa's final days.
#19 - Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/23/2020
Liz is forced to put her latest experiment on hold after Rosa begins to struggle with her new life in Roswell. Reluctant to face the truth about his mother's past, Michael turns his attention to helping Maria, who is dealing with her own family crisis. Elsewhere, Isobel agrees to join her mother for a day of spiritual healing to keep herself distracted. Finally, Rosa turns to Kyle to learn the truth about what really happened the night she died.
#20 - Walk on the Ocean
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/16/2021
Isobel and Maria take a trip together to look for answers. Kyle receives a message from his past and Michael makes a disturbing discovery.
#21 - Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/5/2019
Fearing that his identity will be uncovered, Max is conflicted when a town-wide power outage leaves patients at the hospital in need of help. Meanwhile, Liz turns to Kyle after learning details about the night Rosa died. Elsewhere, Isobel and Michael come up with a plan to deal with Liz, and Master Sargent Manes seeks help from an unlikely source.
#22 - Free Your Mind
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/13/2021
Liz needs Rosa's help. Maria learns what Jones wants from her. Meanwhile, Michael and Alex team up to help save Max.
#23 - Killing Me Softly with His Song
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/23/2021
Liz makes the choice to lie to Heath. Maria and Rosa stand up to Jordan. Meanwhile, Isobel does some digging into Jones.
#24 - Como La Flor
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/27/2020
Liz is forced to revisit a painful part of her past when her mother Helena shows up at the diner unexpectedly. Michael urges Maria to seek help after she experiences a strange vision, and Kyle's attempt to get Steph to open up doesn't go as planned. Finally, Helena's arrival in Roswell sends Rosa spiraling.
#25 - 2 Become 1
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/4/2021
A desperate Liz agrees to a deal. Meanwhile, Rosa helps Isobel make a big discovery and the fight to save Max begins.