The BEST episodes of The Diplomat
Every episode of The Diplomat ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Diplomat!
Amid an international crisis, a career diplomat juggles her new high-profile job as ambassador to the UK and her turbulent marriage to a political star.
#1 - Dreadnought
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/31/2024
Kate puts her best foot forward after pillow talk with Hal forces her to face hard truths, and Vice President Penn offers a blunt lesson in geopolitics.
#2 - The James Bond Clause
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/20/2023
In London, Hal's actions cause friction as Kate heads to Paris with Dennison to get a handle on the Lenkov situation, which soon takes a shocking turn.
#3 - Emperor Dead
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/16/2025
Amid a growing constitutional crisis, the staff scrambles to stage an impromptu inauguration, while Hal exploits the chaos behind the scenes.
#4 - Schrodinger's Wife
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/16/2025
Kate must use all her leverage and political instincts to avert a catastrophe at a high-stakes summit — with the fate of nations hanging in the balance.
#6 - Amagansett
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/16/2025
At an emergency strategy session, Grace weighs unthinkable choices, while Kate rolls the dice on a gamble that could alter the course of history.
#7 - Lambs in the Dark
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/20/2023
At Winfield, President Rayburn's plans in the Gulf have the staff on edge as tensions between a determined Hal and a strong-willed Kate come to a head.
#9 - He Bought a Hat
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/20/2023
As Rayburn's rep takes a hit, Kate drops in on Dennison's private meeting at the UK Foreign Office and learns startling information about the attack.
#12 - Last Dance at the Country Club
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/16/2025
Kate weighs a compelling offer. Eidra faces scrutiny over fallout from the Roylin debacle. Stuart pitches a proposal that goes far deeper than policy.
#13 - Keep Your Enemies Closer
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/20/2023
After a sit-down with a Russian ambassador leads to new intel and mixed messages, Kate takes a trip to the Oval Office and reconnects with an old friend.
#15 - The Dogcatcher
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/20/2023
Tempers flare at Chevening House, where an unexpected guest's arrival sends Kate and Dennison scrambling for a resolution. Hal makes a new connection.
#17 - PNG
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/16/2025
Sequestered inside Winfield House as embassies go on alert and allies fall silent, Kate and Callum race to contain a potential disaster.
#18 - The Ides of March
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/31/2024
A lavish Fourth of July party gives Kate a chance to help Dennison, who sees an opportunity after the prime minister's announcement about Lenkov.
#20 - Don't Call It a Kidnapping
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/20/2023
As new details about the bombing emerge, Kate struggles to see eye-to-eye with Hal. Prime Minister Trowbridge's fiery remarks at a funeral cause a stir.
#21 - Arden
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/16/2025
Kate's unique role grants her access to anyone she wants — except the one person she needs. Dennison puts actionable intelligence to personal use.
