The BEST episodes of Who Do You Think You Are? (US) season 9

Every episode of Who Do You Think You Are? (US) season 9, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Who Do You Think You Are? (US) season 9!

Celebrities trace their family trees with the help of historians and experts.

Last Updated: 10/31/2024Network: NBCStatus: Continuing
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8.16
89 votes

#1 - Jon Cryer

Season 9 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/21/2018

Jon Cryer's journey takes him from America to Scotland as he uncovers the dramatic tale of an ancestor who survived a catastrophic battle, endured horrific conditions as a prisoner of war, and was forced to come to America as an indentured servant.

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7.76
87 votes

#2 - Hilary Duff

Season 9 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/4/2018

Actress Hilary Duff uncovers the tale of an ancestor who bravely led an American colony to battle a notorious gang of pirates; she dives centuries-deep into her Scottish roots and is shocked to discover that she descends from a heroic medieval king.

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7.74
77 votes

#3 - Jean Smart

Season 9 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/18/2018

Actress Jean Smart uncovers the curious tale of an unconventional ancestor in colonial Massachusetts, who got her children entangled in her own thievery ring and later faced execution when she was accused of witchcraft.

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7.73
84 votes

#4 - Laverne Cox

Season 9 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/21/2018

Actress and activist Laverne Cox pieces together the inspiring life of her African American ancestor, who challenged societal norms and bravely pushed the boundaries just years after emancipation.

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7.60
100 votes

#5 - Molly Shannon

Season 9 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/11/2018

Actress Molly Shannon heads to Ireland in search of her mother's unknown family tree; her desperate ancestors were forced to choose between their faith and survival; a family legacy of bravery; meeting Irish cousins for the first time.

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7.31
86 votes

#6 - Megan Mullally

Season 9 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/28/2018

Megan Mullally explores a shocking pattern of dysfunction in her father's line; she finds her two-times great grandmother was bravely defying societal norms in order to fight for her family's survival, while struggling to hang on to her own sanity.

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