8.5/10273 votesLoading...#1 - Come, Ye Saints
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 2/22/2009
The Henricksons embark on a 2,500-mile road-trip pilgrimage to a Joseph Smith shrine in Cumorah, NY, where Bill intends to bury a family time capsule in the sacred earth. Along the way, a series of jarring revelations test the limits of their family bonds--and Bill's faith.
Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: N/A
8.3/10262 votesLoading...#2 - Where Men and Mountains Meet
Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 3/20/2011
In the series finale of Big Love, Margene plans on going on a cruise by herself to help people, Barb prepares to get baptized in the new church, and Nikki fears that she will be left alone if Bill goes to prison.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.2/10224 votesLoading...#3 - Sacrament
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 3/22/2009
Bill convinces Ray Henry to go along with his idea to rescue a kidnapping victim; Nicki has a surprise visitor; Alby hatches a deadly plot to consolidate his power; Sarah makes a surprise announcement that shocks the family.
Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: Victoria Morrow
8.1/10266 votesLoading...#4 - The Ceremony
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 6/4/2006
To Roman's surprise, Bill and Joey attend the UEB priesthood council meeting. Alby's visit to Wanda brings out her old habits, which could potentially land Bill in a big trouble. Rhonda uses the acting competition as an excuse to leave the compound but she discovers that her family isn't willing to let her go. Finally, Barb attends the Mother of the Year awards ceremony but not all goes as expected.
Director: Julian Farino
Writer: N/A
8.1/10338 votesLoading...#5 - Rock and a Hard Place
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 7/2/2007
Bill and Roman butt heads when Rhonda disappears from the compound. The prosecutor offers Joey a plea bargain in exchange for a confession. Meanwhile, Sarah takes an interest in a boy from her support group.
Director: Adam Davidson
Writer: N/A
8.1/10227 votesLoading...#6 - Kingdom Come
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 7/30/2007
Bill is stressed out by work, and Frank tries to get a hold of Lois' money. Meanwhile, the family discovers Ben and Brynn's secret.
Director: N/A
Writer: Dustin Lance Black
8.0/10243 votesLoading...#7 - Reunion
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 6/25/2007
Nicki goes back to the compound for a family reunion, bringing Bill with her, where they find out the extent of Roman's betrayal of their family. Barb is annoyed by Margene and Ben's behavior. Meanwhile, Alby disobeys his father.
Director: Alan Poul
Writer: Dustin Lance Black
8.0/10234 votesLoading...#8 - Oh, Pioneers
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 8/26/2007
In the season finale, the family prepares for the annual Pioneer Week. Bill and Alby butt heads over the control of UEB. Meanwhile, Margene reveals the truth to Ana.
Director: Julian Farino
Writer: Mark V. Olsen, Dustin Lance Black
8.0/10211 votesLoading...#9 - On Trial
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 2/8/2009
Bill attempts to drive a wedge between Alby and Roman, whose case finally goes to trial. Struggling with the decision of what to do regarding her pregnancy, Sarah recruits Heather and Ben for moral support.
Director: David Knoller
Writer: Mark V. Olsen
8.0/10216 votesLoading...#10 - Rough Edges
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 3/8/2009
Bill petitions the DA's office to charge Roman with murder; Margene starts a jewelry business; Don's fact-finding mission about the casino license reveals the possible involvement of Bill's brother-in-law; Sarah considers her options for the future.
Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: Mark V. Olsen
8.0/10195 votesLoading...#11 - End of Days
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 3/7/2010
With the election only days away, Bill puts the squeeze on Paley to protect his candidacy. But Marilyn has an ace up her sleeve that threatens to wreck Bill's chances. Meanwhile, Nicki gets news that seems too good to be true; and a late-breaking polygamist scandal forces Bill and his three wives to rethink their bold post-election plans.
Director: David Petrarca
Writer: N/A
7.9/10202 votesLoading...#13 - Sins of the Father
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 2/7/2010
Bill pulls out all the stops to win Paley's support for the State Senate nomination, while Nicki continues as his campaign's 'secret weapon.' Meanwhile, Margene gets the cold shoulder; Marilyn pitches to represent the casino's interests in Washington; Frank picks a bad time to drop by the casino; and Bill absorbs a last-minute sucker punch from Coburn.
Director: David Petrarca
Writer: N/A
7.9/10175 votesLoading...#14 - Exorcism
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 3/13/2011
Alby gets Adaleen on his side against Bill and his family. Rhonda asks Ben to marry her which results in Ben & Heather breaking up. Bill faces the possibility of a 20 year sentence, as his family tries to cope. Cara Lynn breaks down after Nikki tells her that Mr. Ivy never loved her.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/10271 votesLoading...#15 - Affair
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/9/2006
Nicki suspects that Bill is having an affair and is considering bringing a fourth wife to the family. Margene, feeling alone in the big house, befriends the new neighbor, Pam Martin. Bill goes after Roman and tries to expose him, but polygamy accusations also fly in the Home Plus. Meanwhile, Ben is trying to cope with his arousing sexuality and being a teenager.
Director: Alan Taylor
Writer: Alexa Junge
7.8/10217 votesLoading...#16 - Outer Darkness
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 3/15/2009
Nicki's homecoming, after a visit from her sister wives, isn't what she imagined; Barb endures a trying experience at her old church; Ted does an about-face on the casino project; Scott's reunion with Sarah doesn't go over well with her father or brother; Joey is upset by Bill's change of heart about Roman after the Greenes' latest move.
Director: Michael Lehmann
Writer: N/A
7.8/10189 votesLoading...#17 - Under One Roof
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 2/14/2010
Ana resurfaces with a surprise revelation. Meanwhile, Bill tries to get Tommy and Jerry to rebrand the casino; Marilyn makes yet another impressive pitch; Lois and Frank take Ben and Jodean south of the border; Nicki is infuriated by Alby; Margene worries about her booming business; and, with a flourish, Bill shows his wives the family's collective future.
Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: N/A
7.8/10180 votesLoading...#18 - The Noose Tightens
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 3/6/2011
Bill fights for his family and his freedom; Alby looks to settle unfinished business; Nicki plans a new future for Cara Lynn.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10255 votesLoading...#19 - The Baptism
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/14/2006
The Henrickson's prepare Teenie's baptism with friction and surprises from Barb's judgmental sister. Bill decides to take preemptive action against Roman with his brother. Margene continues to butt heads with Nicki, and her misfortunes pile up. Ben wants to show his affection to Brynn but is surprised when she demands something more.
Director: Michael Lehmann
Writer: Dustin Lance Black
7.7/10262 votesLoading...#20 - Damage Control
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/11/2007
After they're outed as polygamists, Barb decides to leave the family while Bill starts an investigation of who leaked the information. Meanwhile, Sarah attends a support group for ex-Mormons
Director: Daniel Minahan
Writer: Mark V. Olsen
7.7/10235 votesLoading...#22 - Good Guys and Bad Guys
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/23/2007
Margene's mother visits the family. Scott has upsetting news about Alby. Meanwhile, a familiar face returns to Juniper Creek.
Director: Michael Lehmann
Writer: Mark V. Olsen
7.7/10224 votesLoading...#23 - Circle the Wagons
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 8/6/2007
Bill seeks his wives' advice regarding the video poker business. Barb tries to reconcile things between Sarah and Heather. Meanwhile, Lois seeks revenge on Frank.
Director: John Strickland
Writer: N/A
7.7/10228 votesLoading...#24 - The Happiest Girl...
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 8/13/2007
Bill takes Margene to a convention. Frank is looking for a new wife. Meanwhile, Nicki throws a party.
Director: Tom Vaughan
Writer: N/A
7.7/10251 votesLoading...#25 - Block Party
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 1/18/2009
Bill wants to add a Native American businessman as a partner for his casino and sniffs for a clue of why his family has been snubbed for a big upcoming block party. Meanwhile, Barb would love to add Ana to the fold, and Adaleen has Nicki doing some spying for her. Also, Alby's secret life has gotten him in trouble.
Director: N/A
Writer: Mark V. Olsen
The Best Episodes of Big Love
Every episode of Big Love ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Big Love!
The story of Bill Henrickson and his life in suburban Salt Lake City, balancing the needs of his three wives -- Barb, Nicki and Margene--...
Genre:Drama
Network:HBO
Best Episodes Summary
"Come, Ye Saints" is the best rated episode of "Big Love". It scored 8.5/10 based on 273 votes. Directed by Daniel Attias and written by N/A, it aired on 2/22/2009. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Where Men and Mountains Meet".
