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The Best Episodes of Charmed

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

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Set in the fictional college town of Hilltowne, Charmed follows the lives of three sisters, Macy, Mel and Maggie Vera who, after the tragic death of their mother, discover they are three of the most

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Charmed Season 1 Episode 20 - Ambush
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #1 - Ambush

    S1:E20

    With the Elders feeling that their lives are still in danger, the sisters and Harry band together to try and stop the evil that is happening. Mel and Maggie become concerned when Macy starts to tap more easily into her demon side. Meanwhile, Niko and Mel seem to be in a good place until Mel messes it up.

    Director:Jeffrey W. Byrd
    Writer:Mia Katherine Iverson

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  2. Charmed Season 1 Episode 21 - Red Rain
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #2 - Red Rain

    S1:E21

    Galvin discovers that something bizarre is happening with the patients that are being brought into the hospital. Maggie gets a clue about how to keep The Source from taking over. Meanwhile, both Macy and Galvin do something no one could have predicted.

    Director:Anya Adams
    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  3. Charmed Season 1 Episode 22 - The Source Awakens
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #3 - The Source Awakens

    S1:E22

    Maggie, Mel and Harry grow wary of Macy's newfound power; Macy keeps creating alternate realities, but they don't end up being the perfect versions she was hoping for; Maggie and Mel still struggle with what will happen in their personal lives.

    Director:Vanessa Parise
    Writers:Amy Rardin, Carter Covington, Jessica O'Toole

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  4. Charmed Season 1 Episode 5 - Other Women
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Other Women

    S1:E5

    Worried about Niko’s safety, Mel and Harry come up with a plan to protect her. Maggie notices that Macy is upset about her situation with Galvin, so she offers to do some recon with her. Meanwhile, Maggie’s sorority sister Lucy turns to her for some help, but Maggie struggles with telling her the truth because it could jeopardize her sorority future.

    Director:Amyn Kaderali
    Writer:George Northy

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  5. Charmed Season 1 Episode 6 - Kappa Spirit
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #5 - Kappa Spirit

    S1:E6

    With Maggie trying to make up with Lucy, she realizes that there is a new Kappa member she isn’t familiar with and enlists Mel’s help to find out what is going on. Macy is concerned about what she saw on Galvin and invites herself to his birthday party to investigate. Meanwhile, Macy is told a cryptic message about her past that she decides to share with her sisters, but her sisters have a secret from her.

    Director:Jeffrey W. Byrd
    Writer:Emmylou Díaz

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  6. Charmed Season 1 Episode 12 - You're Dead To Me
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #6 - You're Dead To Me

    S1:E12

    With Macy on a quest to find answers, she goes against Harry’s advice and summons up a Necromancer which puts her and Maggie in harm’s way. Maggie attends a frat party at Lucy’s encouragement, to help her get over Parker. Meanwhile, Mel helps Harry who is struggling with his regained memories.

    Director:Brad Silberling
    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  7. Charmed Season 1 Episode 10 - Keep Calm And Harry On
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #7 - Keep Calm And Harry On

    S1:E10

    The sisters turn to The Elders for advice about Harry. Mel, fed up with The Elders rules, turns to Jada for help without telling her sisters. With a plan in place, they must face an unexpected threat which leads Maggie to find a strength she didn’t know she had. Meanwhile, Galvin shares some shocking news with Macy that will change everything.

    Director:Vanessa Parise
    Writer:Allyssa Lee

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  8. Charmed Season 1 Episode 11 - Witch Perfect
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #8 - Witch Perfect

    S1:E11

    Macy is eager to share the information she has learned with her sisters, but is thrown by their reaction to the news. To cheer herself up, Maggie decides to try out for an a capella group, but something doesn’t feel right about the group. Meanwhile, Mel runs into an unexpected person from her past.

    Director:Gina Rodriguez
    Writer:Natalia Fernandez

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  9. Charmed Season 1 Episode 4 - Exorcise Your Demons
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    #9 - Exorcise Your Demons

    S1:E4

    While waiting for The Elders to arrive, the sister’s patience is growing thin as they keep a watchful eye on their new charge. Mel does not agree with the solution presented by The Elders and enlists Maggie and Macy’s and even Harry’s help, but it means going against The Elders. Meanwhile, Macy, Mel and Maggie are all starting to realize that juggling their two worlds is becoming more difficult.

    Director:Melanie Mayron
    Writer:Marcos Luevanos

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  10. Charmed Season 1 Episode 7 - Out of Scythe
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Out of Scythe

    S1:E7

    After some unusual seismic activity, Harry informs the sisters that Hilltowne is a portal to hell. With that said, the sisters must band together to fight off a shadowy demon that is trying to obtain a collection of powerful magical artifacts. Meanwhile, Macy is given an exciting opportunity at work which comes with unexpected complications. Lastly, Maggie has a conflict of conscience over her relationship with Parker.

    Director:Jamie Travis
    Writer:Sarah Goldfinger

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  11. Charmed Season 1 Episode 13 - Manic Pixie Nightmare
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    #11 - Manic Pixie Nightmare

    S1:E13

    With life seemingly back to normal, Parker tips off Maggie to a mysterious death on campus that might be of demonic nature. After the sisters consult with Harry, they try to trap the creature, but they soon realize that not everyone can avoid its powers. Meanwhile, Galvin remembers something from his grandma’s stories that could help Macy overcome her dark side.

    Director:Melanie Mayron
    Writers:Amy Rardin, Jessica O'Toole

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  12. Charmed Season 1 Episode 14 - Touched By a Demon
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    #12 - Touched By a Demon

    S1:E14

    Macy is trying to cope with new her new demon situation by watching a lot of her favorite TV shows, but things take a weird and dangerous turn. Mel and Jada enlist Niko’s help to learn who might be after Jada. Maggie and Parker decide it is time to take their relationship to the next level, which leads them to make an unusual discovery. Meanwhile, Mel’s powers seem to be expanding with the guidance of Jada leaving her to question The Elders intentions.

    Director:Stuart Gillard
    Writer:Joey Falco

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  13. Charmed Season 1 Episode 15 - Switches & Stones
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #13 - Switches & Stones

    S1:E15

    Maggie shows Macy, Harry and Charity the strange room under Vera Manor but they quickly learn just how dangerous it is when Mel and Maggie switch bodies and powers. Macy turns to The Elders for guidance about how to overcome her inner demon, which in turn leads her to have an eye-opening experience. Meanwhile, Maggie learns the secrets that Mel has been keeping from her sisters.

    Director:Claudia Yarmy
    Writer:George Northy

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  14. Charmed Season 1 Episode 17 - Surrender
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #14 - Surrender

    S1:E17

    When Niko reaches out to Mel for help, she unknowingly reveals a new demon. Maggie volunteers to infiltrate the “cult” to help thwart him, but when she goes missing Macy and Mel set out to find her before it’s too late. Harry must face the consequences of the “gift” that The Elders have bestowed on him, leaving Mel, Macy and Maggie shocked and angry. Mel thinks that Fiona might be the key to helping Harry, which seems to cause trouble between her and Jada. Meanwhile, Parker is getting worse and Maggie has an idea on how to make him better.

    Director:Megan Follows
    Writer:Sarah Goldfinger

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  15. Charmed Season 1 Episode 18 - The Replacement
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #15 - The Replacement

    S1:E18

    When Harry mysteriously disappears, a substitute Whitelighter, Tessa, surprises the sisters. With Galvin's return imminent, Macy knows she must tell him her decision about her demon side. Niko is curious when she sees that the Sarcana has cleared out and calls Mel for clarity, but when Mel arrives she is alarmed at what she discovers. Meanwhile, Maggie is trying to figure out how she can pay for college and turns to Macy for guidance.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writers:Zoe Marshall, Marcos Luevanos

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  16. Charmed Season 1 Episode 19 - Source Material
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #16 - Source Material

    S1:E19

    With Harry still missing, Mel, Macy and Maggie devise a plan that requires to ask for Tessa’s help. Parker is close to conquering his demon side, but all doesn’t go smoothly so he turns to Maggie for what he hopes will be comfort. Meanwhile, Niko is eager to help Mel, but in return asks Mel for help in learning about her past.

    Director:Stuart Gillard
    Writers:Natalia Fernandez, Allyssa Lee

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  17. Charmed Season 2 Episode 10 - Curse Words
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #17 - Curse Words

    S2:E10

    Maggie and Mel fear Jordan’s curse is alive and well. Macy and Harry confront unspoken feelings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Charmed Season 2 Episode 12 - Needs to Know
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #18 - Needs to Know

    S2:E12

    A mysterious SOS call from Whitelighter Helen draws Harry, Mel, Macy and Maggie into a perilous conflict with Darklighter Helen. In an attempt to reignite the Power of Three, Macy resorts to drastic measures.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Charmed Season 1 Episode 8 - Bug a Boo
    6.0/10(6 votes)

    #19 - Bug a Boo

    S1:E8

    While on the hunt for Jada, Mel scours The Book of Shadows as Harry and Charity cross reference them to find any clues that might lead them to this new demon. As if that isn’t enough, they discover that there is a Changeling Demon on the loose that puts one of the sisters in danger. Elsewhere, Maggie signs up for a job helping to market a new dating app which could land her a summer internship. Macy decides to go outside her comfort zone after a little encouragement from Maggie. Meanwhile, Mel is given a task by The Elders that she was not expecting.

    Director:Vanessa Parise
    Writer:Zoe Marshall

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  20. Charmed Season 2 Episode 11 - Dance Like No One is Witching
    5.8/10(4 votes)

    #20 - Dance Like No One is Witching

    S2:E11

    When Harry comes down with a mysterious illness, Macy, Mel and Abigael must work together to save his life, and Macy turns to Julian for help. Meanwhile, Jordan and Maggie embark on a dangerous mission in New Orleans.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Charmed Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    5.7/10(10 votes)

    #21 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    After the tragic death of their mother, Mel and Maggie learn they have an older sister, Macy, and discover they all exhibit impossible new abilities.

    Director:Brad Silberling
    Writers:Amy Rardin, Jessica O'Toole

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  22. Charmed Season 1 Episode 9 - Jingle Hell
    5.7/10(6 votes)

    #22 - Jingle Hell

    S1:E9

    Mel turns to Harry for guidance after learning information about the magical world that leaves her questioning everything she knows. Galvin shows up to see Macy and she is determined to not let fate get in the way of their potential relationship. Meanwhile, Maggie tries to keep her mom’s Christmas traditions going and is excited for Parker to be a part of it.

    Director:Michael Lange
    Writers:Amy Rardin, Jessica O'Toole

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  23. Charmed Season 1 Episode 3 - Sweet Tooth
    5.6/10(8 votes)

    #23 - Sweet Tooth

    S1:E3

    The sisters are put through witch lessons, but when Macy learns of a mysterious death in her lab, she informs her sisters and together they devise a plan to suss out the demon.

    Director:Michael A. Allowitz
    Writer:Joey Falco

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  24. Charmed Season 2 Episode 1 - Safe Space
    5.6/10(8 votes)

    #24 - Safe Space

    S2:E1

    Following the devastating loss of The Elders, Mel, Maggie and Macy take over their duties. Maggie takes time to celebrate her birthday with a big bash, but Mel finds herself too preoccupied with their new responsibilities to join in the fun.

    Director:Stuart Gillard
    Writers:Elizabeth Kruger, Craig Shapiro

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  25. Charmed Season 2 Episode 18 - Don't Look Back in Anger
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #25 - Don't Look Back in Anger

    S2:E18

    An urgent problem leads Mel and Maggie to seek help from their father, while Macy discovers a shocking secret about her past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Ambush" is the best rated episode of "Charmed". It scored 6.5/10 based on 4 votes. Directed by Jeffrey W. Byrd and written by Mia Katherine Iverson, it aired on 5/5/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Red Rain".