The WORST episodes of The Circle (US)
Every episode of The Circle (US) ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Circle (US)!
Status and strategy collide in this social experiment and competition show where online players flirt, befriend and catfish their way toward $100,000.
#1 - The Real Michelle
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/15/2021
After a face-to-face blocking, a competitor stirs the pot. The Wolf Pack grows as a new alliance takes shape. Lil Yachty stops by for a rap battle.
#2 - Hello, Circle
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/1/2020
Ready for first impressions? The experiment begins as the players craft their profiles and start connecting ... for better or worse.
#3 - The Final Stretch
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/22/2021
The final blocking draws closer, but not before a suite of emotional messages arrive. Also, the players start to sweat during a savage round of Q&A.
#4 - Ghostbusting & Catfishing
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/22/2021
A double-blocking bombshell leaves the players speechless. A sudden alert sheds new light on a secret reality, and an avid gamer gets ready to play.
#5 - A New Member of the Wolfpack
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/15/2021
An enthusiastic newbie joins the game and catches up on lingering drama. Elsewhere, the group prepares for a rating that's chock-full of surprises.
#6 - Who To Save?
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/28/2022
After a dating profile game results in some bruised egos, the influencers debate a tough decision when the time comes to block someone.
#7 - Back and More Savage Than Ever
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/14/2021
The game begins as eight players — including a familiar face from “Too Hot to Handle” — move in, make profiles and (warily) mingle.
#8 - Alliances Are Formed
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/14/2021
As the influencers consider their pivotal picks, the others continue building relationships. Also, creativity and cringe collide during a poetry slam.
#9 - Choosing Sides
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/22/2021
After a bit of back and forth, the influencers agree on a block. A departing player spills some tea. Plus, the Circle goes glam for prom night!
#10 - A Desperate Alliance
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/4/2023
Everyone models their best assets during a sculpting challenge to win a date. One player weighs loyalty versus strategy while considering who to block.
#11 - Single and Ready To Mingle
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/28/2022
Eight players kick things off by discussing go-to dance moves, past relationships and more. First impressions form fast, so every emoji counts.
#12 - Face-to-Face
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/1/2020
A surprise confrontation raises the stakes of the game. Later, the players get ready to party, and a special guest scopes out the competition.
#13 - Circle, Did You Miss Me?
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/8/2021
The game begins as the players make profiles and share their interests, including shirtless selfies, family bickering and a casual blocking.
#14 - The Party Divide
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/11/2022
Power takes a painful turn, and an influencer deals with an in-person blocking. Two newcomers join the game - including one familiar face.
#15 - A Circle Divided
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/22/2021
A player speaks the truth — and puts a target on another’s back. An alert triggers a sigh of relief, and a group chat showdown gets personal
#16 - Campaigning to Win
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/28/2021
The sweet sound of patriotism sweeps through the Circle as the players take part in Democracy Day. An elimination deliberation gets personal.
#17 - Snake in the Grass
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/21/2021
As Courtney takes control of an intriguing twist, the others reconvene and unpack some elimination drama. Meanwhile, two new players join the game.
#18 - I Can’t Believe I Just Sent That…
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/28/2022
One player opens up in a game of Truth Or Dare while another sets off catfish alarm bells. Two potential couples get their Circle flirt on.
#19 - Identity Theft
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/8/2021
After a pivotal vote, the group grapples with a wave of skepticism. Two new players join the Circle. A flashback photo game reveals new truths.
#20 - The Hunt For The Hacker
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/11/2023
One person plays cupid for a smitten contestant. With the Hacker's chat wreaking havoc and a new block about to drop, nobody in The Circle feels safe.
#21 - New City Who Dis?
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/17/2024
First impressions are everything in Atlanta as players join The Circle, fire up the chat and find allies. But suspicions swirl when ratings are revealed.
#22 - Hi Old Friend
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/4/2023
A familiar face returns to The Circle with a brand-new online personality. The competition heats up when two players compete to recruit followers.
#23 - Just When You Thought You Were Safe
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/18/2022
Suspicions mount over one player's identity. The Circle delivers some surprise tenderness. A secret super influencer selects this season's finalists.
#24 - An Unlikely Team Emerges
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/28/2022
After a shocking vote, two players get a big surprise. A funny new face has the chat laughing, while strategic cliques start to form behind the scenes.
#25 - Finale
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/29/2021
Michelle Buteau delivers surprise and delight as the final five reflect on their gameplay and get ready for the grand reveal of this season’s winner.