The WORST episodes of Sweet Magnolias

Every episode of Sweet Magnolias ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst 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: 12/18/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

7.28

74 votes

#1 - Meet Me Where I Am

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/20/2023

Erik opens up to Isaac while Helen ponders her future. Over margaritas, Maddie reveals the deal she made with Cal. Dana Sue and Ronnie plan a party.

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7.37

176 votes

#2 - Pour It Out

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

Amid prying eyes, Maddie tries to move on from Bill's fall from grace. Dana Sue deals with problems in her kitchen. Helen makes a life-altering purchase.

Directors: Norman Buckley

Writer: Sheryl J. Anderson

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7.43

87 votes

#3 - So Much to Say

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

Helen helps Isaac in his search for answers, Dana Sue’s restaurant hits a financial hiccup, and Maddie tries to find out what happened with her son.

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7.47

150 votes

#4 - 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

Writer: Shelley Meals

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7.49

80 votes

#5 - Walk of Faith

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

The questions keep coming as Maddie investigates the lot behind the spa and Helen looks for clues in what Isaac’s birth mother left behind.

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7.49

91 votes

#6 - Meaning to Tell You

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/20/2023

After the incident at the restaurant, an unlikely ally offers to help Cal. Helen shares her painful secret and Maddie grills Ty about a rumor.

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7.51

83 votes

#7 - 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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7.53

90 votes

#8 - 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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7.55

77 votes

#9 - 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.

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7.56

81 votes

#10 - 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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7.56

88 votes

#11 - 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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7.56

101 votes

#12 - 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.

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7.59

73 votes

#13 - 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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7.60

83 votes

#14 - 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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7.60

78 votes

#15 - 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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7.61

80 votes

#16 - 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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7.68

133 votes

#17 - 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

Writer: Anthony Epling

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7.68

88 votes

#18 - 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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7.71

119 votes

#19 - 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

Writer: Francesca Butler

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7.71

83 votes

#20 - 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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7.76

82 votes

#21 - 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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7.77

83 votes

#22 - 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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