The WORST episodes of The Forsytes

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

A wealthy solicitor becomes obsessed with a woman who rejects him despite his riches. After they marry, she remains distant, driving him to extreme lengths to control her in this epic early-20th-century family saga

Last Updated: 4/19/2026Network: 5Status: Continuing

6.83

42 votes

#1 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/3/2025

Jolyon recalls his affair with Louisa but fails to reassure June. At Forsyte & Co., James's scheme to oust Jolyon backfires. And Soames solidifies his engagement to Irene with a ring.

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6.98

51 votes

#2 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/10/2025

Jolyon assures Frances and June he has cut ties with Louisa. Frances resumes her efforts to secure Horatio for June. In Paris, Soames begins to realise he doesn't fit in with Irene's friends.

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7.00

47 votes

#3 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/27/2025

Frances reels from her discovery. The Forsytes prepare for a night at the opera. Jolyon visits Louisa, but he is spotted leaving by James, who comes to a realisation. Soames faces heartache.

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7.05

58 votes

#4 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/20/2025

The Forsytes prepare to celebrate daughter June's 18th birthday and her entrance into society - but her father Jolyon makes a shock announcement at the party. And Frances makes a distressing discovery.

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7.24

33 votes

#5 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/17/2025

At Forsyte & Co, the climbing Ceylon Gold share price casts doubt on Jolyon's cautious approach. Disaster strikes at the Ceylon Gold mine, prompting the share price to plummet.

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7.68

38 votes

#6 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/24/2025

Frances struggles to hold it together, fearing she is a source of gossip following Jolyon's departure. Irene admits to mourning the life she was promised. Jolyon and Soames argue.

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