The BEST episodes of The Young and the Restless season 48

Every episode of The Young and the Restless season 48, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Young and the Restless season 48!

Set in Genoa City, Y&R is the long-running soap that tells the story of the struggle behind the business- and sex-savvy Abbott and Newman clans.

Last Updated: 1/18/2024Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
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8.75
4 votes

#1 - Episode 12143 - July 2, 2021

Season 48 - Episode 193 - Aired 7/2/2021

Victoria warns Ashland, Tara and Kyle reminisce, Sally makes inroads with Jack, Stitch lurks.

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8.75
4 votes

#2 - Episode 12139 - June 28, 2021

Season 48 - Episode 189 - Aired 6/28/2021

Summer makes a shocking move before saying her final tearful farewells, Sally’s left gobsmacked.

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8.71
7 votes

#3 - Episode 12006 - December 9, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 56 - Aired 12/9/2020

Victor questions Billy's innocence, and Victoria plays dirty with Phyllis.

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8.67
6 votes

#4 - Episode 11997 - November 24, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 47 - Aired 11/24/2020

Victor tries to stop Adam from self-destructing, Sally makes her mark in Genoa City, and Abby faces a tough decision.

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8.60
5 votes

#5 - Episode 11956 - September 28, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/28/2020

Jack is skeptical about Kyle and Summer’s relationship. Phyllis helps Amanda connect the dots. Devon and Elena turn up the heat.

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8.60
5 votes

#6 - Episode 11965 - October 9, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 15 - Aired 10/9/2020

Victor extends an olive branch to Victoria. Lily receives an intriguing offer. Elena struggles with a painful decision.

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8.56
9 votes

#7 - Episode 12005 - December 8, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 55 - Aired 12/8/2020

Victor surprises Victoria, Chelsea receives disturbing news, and Jack calls Theo's bluff.

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8.50
4 votes

#8 - Episode 12144 - July 5, 2021

Season 48 - Episode 194 - Aired 7/5/2021

Ashland sweeps Victoria into a passionate kiss. Adam has news for Sharon, Phyllis steals Jack away from Sally.

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8.50
4 votes

#9 - Episode 11970 - October 16, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 20 - Aired 10/16/2020

Lauren comes to Jack's rescue. Ashley confides in Victor.

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8.40
5 votes

#10 - Episode 11959 - October 1, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/1/2020

Nikki does damage control. Billy and Lily deal with the fallout of a scandal. Sharon protects Faith.

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8.40
5 votes

#11 - Episode 11962 - October 6, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/6/2020

Jack shares a surprising connection with Lauren. Lily keeps Billy in line. Nikki makes a confession.

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8.40
5 votes

#12 - Episode 11966 - October 12, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 16 - Aired 10/12/2020

Phyllis points the finger at Kyle. Chloe says that Chelsea should cut ties with Adam.

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8.33
3 votes

#13 - Episode 12146 - July 7, 2021

Season 48 - Episode 196 - Aired 7/7/2021

Victor threatens Chelsea’s access to Connor, Ashland receives an offer from Billy, Imani makes waves.

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8.33
6 votes

#14 - Episode 11971 - October 19, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 21 - Aired 10/19/2020

The Abbotts struggle with the loss of Dina; Chance's past catches up with him; and Sharon and Nick worry about Faith.

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8.33
9 votes

#15 - Episode 11987 - November 10, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 37 - Aired 11/10/2020

Adam covers his tracks; Summer is suspicious of Sally; Chelsea is missing in action.

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8.29
7 votes

#16 - Episode 11990 - November 13, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 40 - Aired 11/13/2020

Elena makes a confession; Lauren turns the tables on Jack; Devon comforts Amanda.

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8.25
4 votes

#17 - Episode 12140 - June 29, 2021

Season 48 - Episode 190 - Aired 6/29/2021

a leaked tabloid report on Ashland sends shockwaves through Genoa City, Nikki grills Victoria, Adam visits Chelsea.

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8.25
4 votes

#18 - Episode 11963 - October 7, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/7/2020

Abby wants Chance to cut ties with Adam. Sharon and Nick worry about Faith. Chelsea takes an unexpected trip.

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8.25
8 votes

#19 - Episode 11995 - November 20, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/20/2020

Elena is torn between Devon and Nate, Chloe gives Chelsea an ultimatum, and Victor gives Adam a reality check.

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8.22
9 votes

#20 - Episode 12003 - December 4, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 53 - Aired 12/4/2020

Victor worries about Adam's future, and Christine reunites with Nina.

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8.20
5 votes

#21 - Episode 11957 - September 29, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/29/2020

Victor questions Victoria’s loyalty. Kyle makes amends with Lola. Nick conspires against Adam.

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8.20
5 votes

#22 - Episode 11958 - September 30, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/30/2020

Victor pushes Billy too far. Lily learns the truth about Amanda. Abby and Chance discuss their future.

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8.20
5 votes

#23 - Episode 11960 - October 2, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/2/2020

Ashley pushes Jack in the right direction. Rey and Sharon share a difference of opinion. A medical crisis hits too close to home for Nate and Elena.

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8.20
5 votes

#24 - Episode 11961 - October 5, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/5/2020

Chloe and Kevin wait for a special delivery. Nate plays with fire. Nick uncovers a secret.

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8.20
5 votes

#25 - Episode 11964 - October 8, 2020

Season 48 - Episode 14 - Aired 10/8/2020

Adam causes problems between Victor and Nikki. Victoria makes a power move. Phyllis stands her ground.