The BEST episodes of The Real Housewives of Orange County season 9

Every episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County season 9, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Real Housewives of Orange County season 9!

Bravo brings you into the lives of five women and their families who live in one of the wealthiest communities in the country. They take the viewer "inside the gates" to show their lives aren't always perfect.

Last Updated: 12/4/2024Network: BravoStatus: Continuing
Secrets Revealed
star
8.00
21 votes

#1 - Secrets Revealed

Season 9 - Episode 21 - Aired 9/8/2014

Previously unseen footage from Season 9 is presented. Included: a playful painting party; a duck dinner in Bali; a therapy session; and reunion dramas.

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Eat, Pray, Run
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7.75
53 votes

#2 - Eat, Pray, Run

Season 9 - Episode 17 - Aired 8/11/2014

Dramas rise in Bali when Shannon and Lizzie realize Tamra has been poisoning their blossoming friendship. Elsewhere, Vicki gets wind of chatty allegations, and tension reaches a climax at a dinner when the women confront Tamra.

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Point 'Break'
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7.73
49 votes

#3 - Point 'Break'

Season 9 - Episode 13 - Aired 7/14/2014

Dramas surround a dinner party hosted by Lizzie at her family's beach home. Here, Shannon and Heather face off, and tempers heat up following a fiery show on the beach.

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Pretty Ugly
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7.73
41 votes

#4 - Pretty Ugly

Season 9 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/5/2014

Tamra and Heather meet Lizzie, a former beauty queen; Shannon is surprised; Vicki focuses on her business; Tamra and Eddie talk.

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Showdown at the Hoedown
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7.72
46 votes

#5 - Showdown at the Hoedown

Season 9 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/26/2014

Tension simmers between Heather and Shannon in the wake of their dispute over seating at a dinner. Elsewhere, Vicki struggles with her daughter's decision to move; and Heather throws a hoedown bash, where a mechanical-bull mishap creates drama.

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Reunion (Part 1)
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7.71
45 votes

#6 - Reunion (Part 1)

Season 9 - Episode 19 - Aired 8/25/2014

Part 1 of 2. The OC housewives reunite and face the issues of Season 9. Here, Lizzie clashes with Tamra; Heather and Shannon address their bumpy relationship; and Tamra talks about Ryan's decision to move away.

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Fully Loaded
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7.64
45 votes

#7 - Fully Loaded

Season 9 - Episode 14 - Aired 7/21/2014

Drama between Shannon and Heather hits the breaking point and divides the group. Later, Vicki and Briana reach out to a therapist; and Tamra is left in tears when she receives shocking news during a family dinner.

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All Apologies
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7.62
55 votes

#8 - All Apologies

Season 9 - Episode 18 - Aired 8/18/2014

The ladies address their issues when Vicki hosts a post-Bali dinner party in the Season 9 finale. Also: Tamra faces Brooks; an apology sparks a fight; Vicki's daughter and Tamra's son bid adieu to Orange County.

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Fakes-Giving, Fake Friends
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7.61
44 votes

#9 - Fakes-Giving, Fake Friends

Season 9 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/28/2014

Dinner continues at Shannon's OC abode. In addition, Shannon's marriage is dissected by the others; Heather departs for the holidays; and the ladies address their grievances at a "fakes-giving" feast.

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Choke-Lahoma
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7.51
41 votes

#10 - Choke-Lahoma

Season 9 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/2/2014

Vicki travels to Oklahoma to help her daughter Briana look for a house. Heather and Lizzie meet with their children. Shannon and Heather also meet to discuss their issues. Shannon invites Lizzie for a makeup lesson at her house, Tamra discovers something shocking about her son.

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Not A Good Day LA
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7.50
48 votes

#11 - Not A Good Day LA

Season 9 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/16/2014

Tamra reveals her real reason for being upset with Heather. Meanwhile, Briana and Ryan surprise Vicki with the gender of their baby and later, Shannon turns to Tamra for support when her husband, David, sends her a shocking e-mail about their relationship.

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Skunk in the Barnyard
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7.49
47 votes

#12 - Skunk in the Barnyard

Season 9 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/23/2014

Shannon confides in Tamra, only to discover rumors are spreading about her marriage. Meanwhile, Lizzie finds herself in the middle of Shannon and Heather's feud; Vicki and Brooks vacation in Puerto Vallarta; and Tamra tries to teach Eddie about newborns.

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Not So Silent Night
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7.47
47 votes

#13 - Not So Silent Night

Season 9 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/9/2014

Drama marks Shannon's holiday bash. Elsewhere, a downcast Vicki deals with Briana's move to Oklahoma, and a harsh reality hits Tamra.

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Reunion (Part 2)
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7.45
40 votes

#14 - Reunion (Part 2)

Season 9 - Episode 20 - Aired 9/1/2014

Conclusion. The OC ladies reunite to dish on Season 9's highs and woes. Among the dramas: Shannon casts light on her holistic ways; an argument centers on Lizzie; and Tamra faces her accusers.

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Meet & Potatoes
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7.43
44 votes

#15 - Meet & Potatoes

Season 9 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/21/2014

A Hawaii getaway concludes with questions posed to Vicki about her relationship. Back in the OC, Tamra hosts a spooky get-together featuring tarot-card readings, and newbie housewife Shannon Beador invites the ladies to a home-cooked meal.

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I Couldn't Chair Less
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7.42
43 votes

#16 - I Couldn't Chair Less

Season 9 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/12/2014

Shannon and Vicki connect over holistic healing. Meanwhile, Heather organizes a hoedown-theme bash; Tamra pressures her son to be more responsible; and tension mars a holiday outing.

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Making Woo-Hoo-Py!
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7.39
49 votes

#17 - Making Woo-Hoo-Py!

Season 9 - Episode 11 - Aired 6/30/2014

A banished Shannon journeys to join Vicki and Brooks in Puerto Vallarta. Meanwhile, Lizzie struggles to juggle work and family; Heather hires a personal chef; and Tamra's effort to teach Eddie a lesson in fatherhood backfires.

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Bali Highs & Lows
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7.38
47 votes

#18 - Bali Highs & Lows

Season 9 - Episode 16 - Aired 8/4/2014

The ladies land in Bali. The drama soars when Shannon receives startling news, Vicki gets wind of a scandalous statement and Lizzie discloses her true feelings about Tamra.

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La-Bomb-A
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7.38
42 votes

#19 - La-Bomb-A

Season 9 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/7/2014

Dramas plague Shannon following a heated dinner in Mexico. In the O.C., Heather welcomes new puppies to the family; Tamra and Eddie make a final decision about their new robot addition; and Lizzie tries to reach new heights with her business.

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Hawaii 5 Uh-Oh
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7.37
57 votes

#20 - Hawaii 5 Uh-Oh

Season 9 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/14/2014

Vicki tries to move forward when her divorce is finalized in the Season 9 opener. Also: Tamra's gym is open for business; and Heather invites Vicki and Tamra to Hawaii for a weekend getaway, but friction develops over wardrobe choice.

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Valentines and Birthday Whines
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7.26
46 votes

#21 - Valentines and Birthday Whines

Season 9 - Episode 15 - Aired 7/28/2014

Heather and Tamra plan a ladies' trip to Bali and consider making peace with Shannon. Elsewhere, Lizzie's birthday sours, and Heather hosts a lusty Valentine's Day dinner party.

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