- 7.7/10442 votes
#1 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/23/2013
The women turn to one another for support when their friend and fellow maid Flora is brutally murdered at the home of her employers, Evelyn and Adrian Powell, at one of the largest society events of the year. Meanwhile, newcomer Marisol is hired to clean the home of Taylor and Michael Stappord, a newlywed couple with a complicated love history. But Marisol has ulterior motives and when someone she loves becomes wrapped up in Flora’s murder, she goes undercover to learn the truth.
Director: Paul McGuigan
Writer: Marc Cherry
- 7.6/10334 votes
#2 - Setting the Table
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/30/2013
Valentina's plans to get closer to Remi continue to irritate Zoila. Rosie gets caught in the middle when Spence accuses Peri of cheating. Carmen takes advantage of Alejando and Odessa being out of the house, much to Sam's dismay. Marisol tries to figure out a way to spend more time at the Powell house.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 7.8/10291 votes
#3 - Wiping Away the Past
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/7/2013
Michael's ex-wife drops a bomb about Taylor's past; Adrian tries to cheer up his friend; Valentina and Genevieve try to get Remi to notice Valentina as more than a friend; Spence offers to help Rosie; Carmen gets a meeting with a music producer.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.0/10288 votes
#4 - Making Your Bed
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/14/2013
The arrival of Genvieve's brother, Henri, complicates matters for Zoila, whose heart he broke years before. Rosie vows to help Spence with his marriage. Tensions between Carmen and Odessa are at an all-time high when Alejandro allows Carmen to be a guest at the party he's hosting while Odessa works in her place. Marisol offers to work a fundraiser at the Powell house in order to uncover more information about Flora's murder.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 7.9/10292 votes
#5 - Taking Out the Trash
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/21/2013
A visitor from Carmen's past appears at Alejandro's house; Valentina tries to control her emotions; new information about Flora comes to light; Peri thinks Spence is having an affair; Evelyn and Adrian celebrate an important birthday.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 7.9/10271 votes
#6 - Walking the Dog
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/28/2013
Zoila's job is jeopardized when Genevieve has financial troubles; Marisol makes a discovery at the Powell house; Carmen is jealous when Sam starts dating; Valentina worries about Remi's erratic behavior.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.1/10264 votes
#7 - Taking a Message
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/4/2013
Marisol is at risk of blowing her cover when an ex-student recognizes her in front of Rosie. Valentina discovers the cause of Remi's mood swings and reluctantly turns to Zoila for help. Carmen and Sam have some disagreements about their relationship.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.1/10256 votes
#8 - Minding the Baby
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/11/2013
Genevieve lies to her new boyfriend about her age, much to Zoila's dismay. Rosie begins working at the Powells. Carmen learns Odessa is hiding something. Marisol goes with Taylor to a fertility clinic.
Director: N/A
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- 8.0/10259 votes
#9 - Scrambling the Eggs
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/18/2013
Evelyn blackmails Rosie so she can spend more time with baby Tucker. Zoila is upset when Genevieve presents her with an interesting proposition for Valentina. Marisol discovers some new information about Flora and grows suspicious of Michael. Carmen is troubled by Alejandro's reaction to Odessa's illness.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.0/10243 votes
#10 - Hanging the Drapes
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 8/25/2013
Valentina worries Remi will hate her when he returns from rehab. Rosie wants Spence to defend her honor after Adrian propositions her. Marisol learns her son was caught up in nefarious activities. Carmen has trouble going through with a favor for Alejandro. Taylor and Michael have exciting news.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.1/10241 votes
#11 - Cleaning Out the Closet
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 9/8/2013
Alejandro and Carmen offer different opinions about his new relationship; Marisol gets closer to the truth; Rosie cleans up a serious mess for Peri; Philippe and Genvieve grow closer, but Zoila doesn't believe that he's changed his philandering ways.
Director: N/A
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- 8.3/10253 votes
#12 - Getting Out the Blood
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 9/15/2013
Marisol puts herself in harm's way as she digs deeper into Flora's murder. Peri goes through great lengths to get Rosie to forgive her. Carmen rekindles her relationship with Sam after seeing how lonely Alejandro is, despite his fame. Zoila continues to disapprove of Genevieve and Phillipe's relationship. Remi makes a major decision, putting Valentina in a difficult position.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.6/10287 votes
#13 - Totally Clean
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 9/22/2013
The mystery surrounding Flora's death comes to a head.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of Devious Maids Season 1
Every episode of Devious Maids Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Devious Maids Season 1!
The series centers on four Latina maids working in the homes of Beverly Hills’ wealthiest and most powerful families, and a newcomer who made it...
Genres:DramaMystery
Network:Lifetime
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Devious Maids" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 442 votes. Directed by Paul McGuigan and written by Marc Cherry, it aired on 6/23/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Setting the Table".