The BEST episodes of Shadow and Bone season 1

Every episode of Shadow and Bone season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Shadow and Bone season 1!

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: 11/17/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
No Mourners
star
7.98
1360 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
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Show Me Who You Are
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7.81
1361 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
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The Heart Is an Arrow
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7.70
1306 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
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The Unsea
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7.67
1313 votes

#4 - 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
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Otkazat'sya
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7.59
1366 votes

#5 - 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
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The Making at the Heart of the World
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7.58
1425 votes

#6 - 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
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We're All Someone's Monster
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7.47
1511 votes

#7 - 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.

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A Searing Burst of Light
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7.47
1783 votes

#8 - 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.

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