The BEST episodes of Shadow and Bone

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

Dark forces conspire against orphan mapmaker Alina Starkov when she unleashes an extraordinary power that could change the fate of her war-torn world.

Last Updated: 11/20/2023Network: NetflixStatus: Ended

7.98

1320 votes

#1 - No Mourners

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/23/2021

In the depths of the Fold, Kirigan demonstrates the scope of Alina's powers, while the Crows cross paths with a stowaway amid a do-or-die undertaking.

Directors: Jeremy Webb

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

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7.81

1319 votes

#2 - Show Me Who You Are

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/23/2021

Alina's bond with Kirigan grows as royal guests gather for her unveiling. Mal carries news about the stag. Kaz's scheme hinges on a hidden door.

Directors: Mairzee Almas

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

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7.71

1269 votes

#3 - The Heart Is an Arrow

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/23/2021

Furious over the Sun Summoner, Kirigan hunts for information. Alina receives a helping hand when she needs it most. Nina warms to a Grisha hunter.

Directors: Mairzee Almas

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

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7.70

614 votes

#4 - Meet You in the Meadow

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/16/2023

As Alina reels over the staggering cost to harness the Firebird's power, Kirigan readies his army for a ferocious battle pitting Grisha against Grisha.

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7.67

1270 votes

#5 - The Unsea

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/23/2021

The fate of the stag leaves Alina in an impossible position with Kirigan, whose connection to the Fold — and the power behind it — falls into place.

Directors: Jeremy Webb

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

7.61

1325 votes

#6 - Otkazat'sya

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/23/2021

As Kirigan takes Alina into his confidence, Mal volunteers for a dangerous tracking mission, and the Crows plot a heist to get into the Little Palace.

Directors: Dan Liu

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

7.59

1388 votes

#7 - The Making at the Heart of the World

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/23/2021

Ensconced in the lap of luxury among the Grisha, Alina begins her training. The Crows — Kaz, Inej and Jesper — prepare for their risky journey.

Directors: Dan Liu

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

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7.48

1471 votes

#8 - We're All Someone's Monster

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/23/2021

Alina's actions against the Volcra bring her to the attention of General Kirigan. Kaz runs into trouble while looking for safe passage across the Fold.

Directors: Lee Toland Krieger

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

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7.47

1733 votes

#9 - A Searing Burst of Light

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/23/2021

Unwilling to be separated from Mal, Alina hatches a plan to join him on a perilous expedition through the Fold. Kaz chases a lead on a lucrative job.

Directors: Lee Toland Krieger

Writer: Christina Strain, Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer, M. Scott Veach, Shelley Meals, Vanya Asher

7.46

613 votes

#10 - Ni Weh Sesh (I Have No Heart)

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/16/2023

Alina and Mal's journey to locate the elusive third amplifier leads to shocking revelations. The Crows run into trouble while breaking and entering.

7.46

646 votes

#11 - Every Monstrous Thing

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/16/2023

Alina considers a proposed partnership that could help unite Ravka. With vengeance nearly his, Kaz moves the final pieces of his plan into place.

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7.45

617 votes

#12 - No Funerals

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/16/2023

Forced into an impossible situation during her fight with Kirigan, Alina makes a fateful decision that alters her relationship with magic — and Mal.

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7.41

611 votes

#13 - Yuyeh Sesh (Despise Your Heart)

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/16/2023

Alina's connection to Kirigan grows increasingly unstable after his latest strike. The Crows head to Shu Han on a mission to retrieve a legendary sword.

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7.39

708 votes

#14 - Rusalye

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/16/2023

Alina and Mal embark on a search for the second amplifier. Kaz hatches a scheme to lay waste to his nemesis. Kirigan seeks a cure for what ails him.

7.33

672 votes

#15 - Like Calls to Like

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/16/2023

A powerful ally emerges amid Alina's attempt to tear down the Fold. Kaz reckons with ghosts from his past. Kirigan spares no mercy to expand his power.

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7.30

794 votes

#16 - No Shelter But Me

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/16/2023

On the run and plagued by nightmares, Alina finds a moment of peace with Mal. Trouble awaits Kaz, Inej and Jesper upon their return to Ketterdam.

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