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The Best Episodes of A Discovery of Witches

Every episode of A Discovery of Witches ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of A Discovery of Witches!

Closet witch Diana Bishop and centuries-old vampire Matthew Clairmont are drawn into a deadly mystery and forbidden romance when a magical book shows up in...
Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Episodes
25
Avg. Rating
7.9
S1
S2
S3
S4
E1
E2
E3
8.0
7.6
7.7
8.1
7.6
7.7
8.3
7.8
7.5

Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "A Discovery of Witches". It scored 8.6/10 based on 1258 votes. Directed by Jonathan Teplitzky and written by Pete McTighe, it aired on 2/12/2021. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 3".

  • Episode 6
    8.6/101,258 votes
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    #1 - Episode 6

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 2/12/2021

    Philippe makes a troubling discovery, provoking a conflict with Matthew. Ysabeau, Em and Sarah start to look for a message.

    Director: Jonathan Teplitzky

    Writer: Pete McTighe

  • Episode 3
    8.3/102,378 votes
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    #2 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/28/2018

    Diana and Matthew's relationship moves forward. But something's about to happen that will cast them both further into danger.

    Director: Alice Troughton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    8.2/102,116 votes
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    #3 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/5/2018

    Diana gets a chilly welcome when she seeks safety at the Clairmont family home. Back in Oxford, trouble is brewing.

    Director: Alice Troughton

    Writer: Kate Brooke

  • Episode 9
    8.2/10901 votes
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    #4 - Episode 9

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 3/5/2021

    As Diana and Matthew return to London, Diana learns news that could change everything. The Queen holds Matthew to account.

    Director: Jonathan Teplitzky

    Writer: Michelle Gayle

  • Episode 2
    8.1/102,415 votes
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    #5 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/2018

    As Matthew fights to control his cravings, he leaves Diana to face her enemies alone. And those include powerful witch Peter Knox.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    8.1/101,830 votes
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    #6 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/19/2018

    Matthew and Baldwin race to save Diana from Satu's dangerous dark magic. In Oxford, Sophie shocks Agatha with a confession.

    Director: Sarah Walker

    Writer: Charlene James

  • Episode 7
    8.1/101,727 votes
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    #7 - Episode 7

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 10/26/2018

    Diana's aunts' home gives up all sorts of secrets when Diana and Matthew pay a visit. Danger looms as Juliette breaks free from Gerbert.

    Director: Sarah Walker

    Writer: Sarah Dollard

  • Episode 1
    8.0/102,985 votes
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    #8 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/2018

    Things get creepy for historian and closet witch Diana Bishop when she calls up a magical manuscript. Her discovery is about to throw her back into the world of magic and into the path of Matthew Clairmont, a centuries old vampire.

    Director: Juan Carlos Medina

    Writer: Kate Brooke

  • Episode 5
    8.0/101,926 votes
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    #9 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/12/2018

    Matthew crosses a dangerous line when he returns to Oxford. Diana discovers his dark past, before something unexpected tears them apart.

    Director: Alice Troughton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    8.0/101,741 votes
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    #10 - Episode 8

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/2/2018

    With danger at every turn, Diana and Matthew are forced to run. But will they escape in time? Series finale.

    Director: Sarah Walker

    Writer: Kate Brooke

  • Episode 7
    8.0/10944 votes
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    #11 - Episode 7

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 2/19/2021

    Matthew and Diana go to Bohemia to search for Edward Kelley and the Book of Life. There, they encounter the strange Emperor Rudolf II.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Joseph Wilde, Joseph Wilde, Joseph Wilde

  • Episode 5
    7.9/101,025 votes
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    #12 - Episode 5

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 2/5/2021

    Matthew and Diana arrive in France on their journey to face Philippe. Elsewhere, Louisa and Kit cut a swathe through London.

    Director: Philippa Langdale

    Writer: Lisa Holdsworth

  • Episode 6
    7.9/10644 votes
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    #13 - Episode 6

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 2/11/2022

    After receiving Benjamin's message, Matthew leaves Sept-Tours to track him down. Diana asks for help to get the Book of Life.

    Director: Jamie Donoughue

    Writer: Chris Cornwell

  • Episode 7
    7.9/10836 votes
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    #14 - Episode 7

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 2/18/2022

    As Benjamin tortures Matthew to near death, Diana makes plans to rescue him. Revelations from the Book of Life illuminate the long-hidden secrets of creatures.

    Director: Jamie Donoughue

    Writer: Helen Raynor

  • Episode 3
    7.8/101,024 votes
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    #15 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 1/22/2021

    In the present, Domenico makes a disturbing discovery in Oxford. Back in 1590, Matthew must beg for forgiveness from Father Hubbard.

    Director: Philippa Langdale

    Writer: Polly Buckle

  • Episode 4
    7.8/101,008 votes
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    #16 - Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 1/29/2021

    Another vicious vampire murder rocks present-day Oxford. Marcus makes a breakthrough.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Pete McTighe

  • Episode 8
    7.8/10916 votes
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    #17 - Episode 8

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 2/26/2021

    In 1590, Diana is transfixed as she tries to work out what the Book is telling her. Matthew worries over the Book's power.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Pete McTighe

  • Episode 10
    7.8/10919 votes
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    #18 - Episode 10

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 3/12/2021

    The second series reaches a dramatic conclusion. Realising that she must return to the present, Diana aims to complete her training.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Susie Conklin, Pete McTighe

  • Episode 1
    7.7/10824 votes
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    #19 - Episode 1

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2022

    Matthew and Diana return to a Sept-Tours in chaos, but amid the darkness they get some wonderful news.

    Director: Jamie Donoughue

    Writer: Lisa Holdsworth

  • Episode 2
    7.7/10699 votes
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    #20 - Episode 2

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 1/14/2022

    Diana is forced to make a confession after being shocked by the appearance of a familiar face - Jack Blackfriars.

    Director: Jamie Donoughue

    Writer: Helen Raynor

  • Episode 4
    7.7/10662 votes
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    #21 - Episode 4

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 1/28/2022

    Matthew is relieved at his reconciliation with the New Orleans vampires. Diana, Phoebe and Sarah struggle to find TJ Weston.

    Director: Debs Paterson

    Writer: Matt Evans

  • Episode 5
    7.7/10642 votes
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    #22 - Episode 5

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 2/4/2022

    Benjamin's plan to bring down the de Clermonts is set into motion, while Matthew and Diana return to Sept-Tours for a christening.

    Director: Debs Paterson

    Writer: Lisa Holdsworth

  • Episode 1
    7.6/101,289 votes
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    #23 - Episode 1

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 1/8/2021

    Reluctant witch Diana Bishop and vampire Matthew Clairmont seek refuge in the fascinating and treacherous world of Elizabethan London. There, they must find a powerful witch to help Diana control her magic and search for the elusive Book of Life.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Sarah Dollard

  • Episode 2
    7.6/101,095 votes
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    #24 - Episode 2

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 1/15/2021

    As she continues her search for a mentor, Diana meets wealthy alchemist Mary Sidney. London's vampire ruler demands fealty from Diana and Matthew as he is unnerved by their sudden arrival in the City.

    Director: Philippa Langdale

    Writer: Susie Conklin

  • Episode 3
    7.5/10666 votes
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    #25 - Episode 3

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 1/21/2022

    In New Orleans, Matthew and Marcus attempt to reconnect with Marcus' unforgiving children. Jack struggles to control his blood rage.

    Director: Debs Paterson

    Writer: Michelle Gayle