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The Best Episodes of Claws

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

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Follow the life and crimes of five diverse and treacherous manicurists working at the Nail Artisan of Manatee County salon, where there is a lot more going on than silk wraps and pedicures.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Claws Season 1 Episode 10 - Avalanche
    8.6/10(173 votes)

    #1 - Avalanche

    S1:E10

    Following a harrowing escape from Roller's grasp, Desna is on the run. Roller is close behind, running from the Russians. In the end, only Desna can save Jennifer, Roller, and her crew with a sacrifice greater than any she's ever had to make.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Claws Season 2 Episode 10 - Breezy
    8.6/10(120 votes)

    #2 - Breezy

    S2:E10

    As a hurricane approaches, Desna proceeds with the plans for her big day, keen for the the opportunity to settle all scores. Opposing forces converge at a lavish golf resort, determined to prevail, but will Desna and crew survive the storm?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Claws Season 1 Episode 5 - Batshit
    8.5/10(211 votes)

    #3 - Batshit

    S1:E5

    Desna and Jennifer may be Dr. Ken's only hope, as Bryce wrongly accuses him of a heinous crime. Virginia and Desna are forced to go to Polly for help to rid the world of two horrible birds from Desna's past, with one well-aimed stone.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Claws Season 2 Episode 7 - Burn
    8.4/10(107 votes)

    #4 - Burn

    S2:E7

    When Desna with the help of Uncle Daddy and her crew plots revenge on those who betrayed her, she realizes that vengeance comes at a high cost.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Claws Season 2 Episode 4 - Scream
    8.3/10(145 votes)

    #5 - Scream

    S2:E4

    Desna, in an attempt to cozy up to Matilde, Ruval's mother, puts together a spa day for her and a couple of young girls from his charity. Quiet Ann gets a surprise visit from her brother, who convinces her to attend a family dinner.

    Director:Bille Woodruff
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Claws Season 2 Episode 8 - Crossroads
    8.3/10(111 votes)

    #6 - Crossroads

    S2:E8

    Desna is offered a deal with the Russian devil, aka Zlata, that's more intriguing than nail art on acrylics. Polly and Quiet Ann get dealt some hard-ass betrayal from their baes while Jenn's affair comes back to haunt her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Claws Season 2 Episode 9 - Til Death
    8.3/10(102 votes)

    #7 - Til Death

    S2:E9

    Polly gets an unexpected visit from her long-lost sister that sends her spinning out of control. Uncle Daddy and Roller join forces with their Dixie Mafia brethren and make a plan to take out the Russian and Haitian mafias for good.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Claws Season 1 Episode 6 - Self-Portrait
    8.2/10(169 votes)

    #8 - Self-Portrait

    S1:E6

    All of our girls go to their new fancy salon for the first time. They aren't met with the kindness of strangers. Desna and crew decide to compete in Florida's premiere nail design competition for a big cash prize.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Claws Season 1 Episode 9 - Ambrosia
    8.2/10(160 votes)

    #9 - Ambrosia

    S1:E9

    Desna goes searching for the truth with her crew right behind her, save for Jennifer, who is learning how to cope as a Dixie Mafia wife. When Desna's sleuthing hits pay dirt, she goes to the only person who can save her. Time is running out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Claws Season 2 Episode 2 - Cracker Casserole
    8.2/10(139 votes)

    #10 - Cracker Casserole

    S2:E2

    Desna, now pinned under the stiletto-tipped nail of Riva's sister, Zlata, must come up with an idea to generate more customers for the clinic. Quiet Ann helps Dean and Virginia get to a very important appointment.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Claws Season 2 Episode 6 - Double Dutch
    8.2/10(116 votes)

    #11 - Double Dutch

    S2:E6

    Faced with a dilemma, Desna and Dean take a road trip to seek guidance from a childhood mentor. Back in Palmetto, Jenn must lean on Polly and Quiet Ann for help with a personal crisis. Virginia struggles to run the salon on her own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Claws Season 1 Episode 1 - Tirana
    8.0/10(313 votes)

    #12 - Tirana

    S1:E1

    Desna and her girls take pride in doing nails at the Nail Artisans of Manatee County, but amidst painting hooves and dreaming of a better life, she finds herself entangled in a money laundering scheme with the Dixie Mafia.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Claws Season 1 Episode 8 - Teatro
    8.0/10(154 votes)

    #13 - Teatro

    S1:E8

    With a shocking revelation affecting the entire crew, Jennifer finds unexpected solace in her square-dancing instructor. Polly uses all of her powers of bad for good, for the first time, while Quiet Ann is torn about a big decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Claws Season 2 Episode 1 - Shook
    8.0/10(169 votes)

    #14 - Shook

    S2:E1

    Desna and the girls struggle to keep hope alive while still working under the thumb of the new Russian regime, spearheaded by Riva. Desna remains in the dark about her gangster/gyno boyfriend, Ruval. Virginia tells Dean that she's pregnant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Claws Season 1 Episode 3 - Quicksand
    7.9/10(206 votes)

    #15 - Quicksand

    S1:E3

    As Virginia's lies deepen, Desna plays catch-up covering their tracks. Desna still has a small shot at her dream salon, and with the help of her crew, she is determined to get it.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Claws Season 1 Episode 7 - Escape
    7.9/10(164 votes)

    #16 - Escape

    S1:E7

    After the big nail competition, Desna may finally get out from Uncle Daddy's grasp. Jennifer struggles knowing Desna's dark secret, while Polly discovers her previously unknown maternal instincts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Claws Season 2 Episode 5 - Vaginalologist
    7.9/10(120 votes)

    #17 - Vaginalologist

    S2:E5

    Desna continues to grow closer to Zlata, despite the crew's increasing concern as her relationship with Dr. Ruval intensifies. Meanwhile, Dean gets an opportunity to showcase his talents and Uncle Daddy gets his mojo back.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Claws Season 1 Episode 2 - Funerary
    7.8/10(236 votes)

    #18 - Funerary

    S1:E2

    Following their entanglement with Roller, Desna and Virginia desperately prepare a cover story to tell the girls and the Dixie Mafia. Desna's dream salon is falling out of her grasp.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Claws Season 1 Episode 4 - Fallout
    7.7/10(192 votes)

    #19 - Fallout

    S1:E4

    Haunted by Roller, Desna is desperate to get out from under Uncle Daddy's thumb. Bryce drifts deep into the Dixie Mafia. Polly reunites with a former gold-digging "friend," while Quiet Ann is in a lady-mess.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Claws Season 3 Episode 2 - Muscle & Flow
    7.7/10(102 votes)

    #20 - Muscle & Flow

    S3:E2

    Desna and her crew start working at the casino and discover the Lovestones are involved in some illegal business with a very important person.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Claws Season 3 Episode 7 - Chicken P***Y
    7.6/10(97 votes)

    #21 - Chicken P***Y

    S3:E7

    Desna works to separate Dean from Mac and Melba. Quiet Ann gets the crew deeper into trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Claws Season 2 Episode 3 - Russian Navy
    7.5/10(129 votes)

    #22 - Russian Navy

    S2:E3

    Desna's relationship with Ruval deepens when he introduces her to his mother, Matilde. Polly grows concerned when Marnie continues to pull away from her. Jenn, still depressed by Bryce's recent indiscretion, falls off the wagon.

    Director:Cheryl Dunye
    Writer:Rick Cleveland

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  23. Claws Season 3 Episode 1 - Just the Tip
    7.5/10(125 votes)

    #23 - Just the Tip

    S3:E1

    In the wake of Virginia being shot, the crew must regroup to face their off-kiltered new adversaries, Mac and Melba Lovestone, so they can run Bayside Rapture Casino like the bosses they are.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Claws Season 3 Episode 3 - Welcome to the Pleasuredome
    7.5/10(97 votes)

    #24 - Welcome to the Pleasuredome

    S3:E3

    After discovering Mac and Melba’s surprise gift in the salon, Desna and the crew go to their “fundraiser” to retrieve information to use against them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Claws Season 3 Episode 4 - Boy, Bye
    7.5/10(102 votes)

    #25 - Boy, Bye

    S3:E4

    After Desna discovers Mac and Melba have done something horrible to a loved one, she realizes just how far she is willing to go to save him.

    Director:Sheree Folkson
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Avalanche" is the best rated episode of "Claws". It scored 8.6/10 based on 173 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/13/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Breezy".