The BEST episodes of Sweet Magnolias

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

Centers on three South Carolina women, best friends since high school, as they shepherd each other through the complexities of romance, career, and family.

Last Updated: 3/11/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing
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Storms and Rainbows
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8.14
113 votes

#1 - Storms and Rainbows

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/19/2020

As prom night approaches, Maddie comes to a decision about Cal, Dana Sue scrambles to secure her future, and Helen calls an emergency margarita session.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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If Thou Wilt, Remember
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8.02
82 votes

#2 - If Thou Wilt, Remember

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/4/2022

More than margaritas are shaken up as Cal's past resurfaces, an unsavory acquaintance returns to Serenity, and Helen faces a life-changing decision.

Where You Find Me
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7.84
100 votes

#3 - Where You Find Me

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/19/2020

On the morning of the mock trial, Kyle's behavior worries everyone. Meanwhile, Dana Sue sparks a connection with a handsome farmer.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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All Best Intentions
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7.84
111 votes

#4 - All Best Intentions

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/19/2020

Maddie worries about prying eyes when she's with Cal, a humiliated Annie feels betrayed by Tyler, and Bill surprises the kids with a special request.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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Dear Heart
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7.83
78 votes

#5 - Dear Heart

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/4/2022

Friends gather to plan a celebration of life. Meanwhile, counseling is off to a rocky start for Ronnie and Dana Sue, and Isaac meets his birth father.

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Dance First, Think Later
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7.81
124 votes

#6 - Dance First, Think Later

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/19/2020

Mother Nature, a clumsy contractor and Maddie's longtime rival conspire to throw the spa's big opening into chaos. Tyler helps Annie out of a jam.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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Hold My Hand
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7.79
115 votes

#7 - Hold My Hand

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/19/2020

Maddie's coziness with Cal causes complications, Helen fights for a mock trial student, Noreen receives a welcome visitor, and Erik bonds with Isaac.

Directors: Laura Nisbet
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Save My Place
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7.77
73 votes

#8 - Save My Place

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/20/2023

Erik makes a decision about his future. Miss Paula announces her new plan. The town turns out to celebrate a happy couple, but an unwanted guest appears.

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Lay It All Down
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7.75
117 votes

#9 - Lay It All Down

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/19/2020

The town's tongues start wagging over Maddie's new friend, Dana Sue suffers a health scare, and Helen takes a legal threat personally.

Directors: Kelli Williams
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The Rules of the Game
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7.72
74 votes

#10 - The Rules of the Game

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/4/2022

As the recall petition quickly picks up steam, Maddie and Cal attend a black-tie charity fundraiser and Ronnie presses Dana Sue to make up her mind.

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Beat Me at My Own Game
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7.70
73 votes

#11 - Beat Me at My Own Game

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/20/2023

Ronnie gives Kathy what she wants, but it comes at a steep price. Erik meets Jeremy and comes to a realization. The kids rally to restore a playground.

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Give Drink to the Thirsty
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7.67
126 votes

#12 - Give Drink to the Thirsty

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/19/2020

While delays plague the trio's renovation plans, Maddie strikes a deal with Bill, Dana Sue stresses out over work and home, and Kyle opens up to Noreen.

Directors: Kelli Williams
What Fools These Mortals Be
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7.66
113 votes

#13 - What Fools These Mortals Be

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/19/2020

As Bill makes a series of bad decisions that impact those closest to him, Noreen attends Kyle's play and Maddie takes a big step forward with Cal.

Directors: Laura Nisbet
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Find it in Your Heart
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7.65
82 votes

#14 - Find it in Your Heart

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/4/2022

When the mayor won’t see them, the Magnolias take their plans to the next level. At karaoke, Helen and Erik give the town something to talk about.

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Be Bold
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7.61
71 votes

#15 - Be Bold

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/20/2023

Peggy digs into the mayor's activities after his announcement. Dana Sue learns the reason behind Miss Frances' gift. Helen gives CeCe another option.

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On This Foundation
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7.59
69 votes

#16 - On This Foundation

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/20/2023

Mary Vaughn drops a bombshell on Bill and Kyle. Annie has the shindig of her dreams — until a party crasher arrives. Erik meets a Serenity newcomer.

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The Searchers
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7.59
66 votes

#17 - The Searchers

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/20/2023

The competition heats up and the friendly trash talk flies as Serenity gathers for the Forager Festival. A vengeful Kathy cooks up a couple of schemes.

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The More Things Change
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7.56
81 votes

#18 - The More Things Change

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/4/2022

While Coach Cal and Ty work through disappointments, a new kind of heartbreak hits Helen, and Dana Sue gets a late-night visitor on her front porch.

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Fragile Things
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7.53
77 votes

#19 - Fragile Things

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/4/2022

New beginnings abound as Serenity welcomes Noreen’s baby, Isaac's birth mother tells him her whole story, and Erik reveals his painful past to Helen.

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And a Star to Steer Her By
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7.51
73 votes

#20 - And a Star to Steer Her By

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/20/2023

Friends rally around Harlan after a crisis. Maddie and Dana Sue hire an esthetician. While at odds with the Magnolias, Helen receives heartbreaking news.

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Casseroles and Casualties
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7.51
95 votes

#21 - Casseroles and Casualties

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/4/2022

In the waiting room, the families gather for news from the doctors, and Ty’s plans for the season change. Over margaritas, Helen shares an announcement.

Somebody I'm Longing to See
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7.50
68 votes

#22 - Somebody I'm Longing to See

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/20/2023

A devastated Helen finds comfort in her family away from Serenity. Bill hopes to be more involved in Rebecca's life. Dana Sue walks into a total mess.

A United Front
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7.46
142 votes

#23 - A United Front

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/19/2020

Maddie confers with Coach Cal about Tyler's struggles on and off the baseball field, and Helen works to put a devastated family back together.

Directors: Norman Buckley
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Great Expectations
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7.46
84 votes

#24 - Great Expectations

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/4/2022

Dana Sue’s relationships become the talk of Serenity social media. Maddie uncovers who's behind the town's parking problem — bless their hearts.

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A Game of Telephone
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7.46
72 votes

#25 - A Game of Telephone

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/20/2023

An ex brings tensions and more to the table during a dinner with Maddie and Cal. Kyle deals with a secret admirer. Dana Sue has a change of party plans.

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