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: 4/20/2025Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing
The Other Side of the Veil
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#1 - The Other Side of the Veil

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/6/2025

Bubbly in hand, the Magnolias toast to the future. The restaurant hosts an elegant event, and a festive Halloween party conjures up bewitching surprises.

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Meet Me Where I Am
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#2 - 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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The Searchers
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#3 - 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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Be Bold
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#4 - 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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#5 - 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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And a Star to Steer Her By
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#6 - 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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Somebody I'm Longing to See
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#7 - 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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Beat Me at My Own Game
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#8 - 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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A Game of Telephone
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#9 - 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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Save My Place
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#10 - 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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Meaning to Tell You
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#11 - 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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Practical Dreams
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#12 - Practical Dreams

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/6/2025

Helen navigates a deepening crisis, while Dana Sue challenges her students to spread their culinary wings. An unexpected visitor brings important news.

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Abundant Grace
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#13 - Abundant Grace

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/6/2025

The Magnolias come together after a personal tragedy. Kyle's online hobby wins him new popularity, and a life-changing secret comes to light.

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How Great Thou Art
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#14 - How Great Thou Art

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/6/2025

The Townsend kids process a sudden revelation. Maddie asserts her boundaries at home, while Helen helps the mayor get ahead of the town's rumor mill.

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True North
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#15 - True North

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/6/2025

Torn between duty and desire, Ty follows his heart. Serenity hunkers down as a massive storm makes landfall. Erik risks everything in the name of love.

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Ring That Bell
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#16 - Ring That Bell

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/6/2025

Cal and the restaurant staff scramble to feed the town. A viral video puts Maddie in the spotlight. Helen kisses and tells with an extra-spicy story.

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Hide and Seek
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#17 - Hide and Seek

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/6/2025

When the Sentinel publishes a hurtful article, Helen's damage control pours fuel on the fire. Back from Ohio, Isaac breaks bread with the Townsends.

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Walls and Doors
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#18 - Walls and Doors

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/6/2025

Ronnie's behavior worries Dana Sue. Erik reveals his private passion. A new generation of Magnolias hold their first meeting — minus the margaritas.

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Dance Your Sugarplum Off
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#19 - Dance Your Sugarplum Off

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/6/2025

Cherished holiday traditions, both old and new, brighten the Christmas season for all. Maddie's recent news exposure yields an adventurous opportunity.

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Do Not Be Afraid
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#20 - Do Not Be Afraid

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/6/2025

Serenity gathers for its annual festival. As relationships blossom and new plans abound, the Magnolias ponder the next chapter in their evolving stories.

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Casseroles and Casualties
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#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.

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A United Front
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#22 - 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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Give Drink to the Thirsty
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#23 - 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
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Lay It All Down
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#24 - 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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Dance First, Think Later
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#25 - 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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