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The Best Episodes of Great Expectations

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

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Orphan Pip discovers through lawyer Mr. Jaggers that a mysterious benefactor wishes to ensure that he becomes a gentleman. Reunited with his childhood patron, Miss Havisham, and his first love, the beautiful but emotionally cold

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Great Expectations Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    2.2/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Pip, an orphan who yearns for a greater lot in life, has a chance encounter with escaped convict Magwitch that sets him on an unexpected path and into the clutches of the mysterious and eccentric Miss Havisham, who shows him a dark world of possibilities.

    Director:Lucy Forbes
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  2. Great Expectations Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    1.0/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    While Pip continues his education with Miss Havisham, he grows increasingly attached to her daughter Estella. In the city of London, the corrupt and powerful lawyer Mr. Jaggers gets a letter that will change Pip’s life forever.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Great Expectations Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    1.0/10(5 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Having left his life in Gravesend, Pip has a brutal introduction to London, working for Mr. Jaggers. Meanwhile Estella discovers a plan of Miss Havisham’s.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Great Expectations Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    1.0/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    As London life begins to take its toll, Pip’s immoral work with Jaggers brings Estella back into this life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Great Expectations Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    1.0/10(4 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Pip’s past comes back to haunt him as he wonders if he will ever take control of his own destiny.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Great Expectations Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    1.0/10(5 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    As Pip and Jaggers’ plans come to a head, Miss Havisham finally comes face to face with her demons and Estella at last tries to break free after a family revelation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Great Expectations". It scored 2.2/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Lucy Forbes and written by Steven Knight, it aired on 3/26/2023. This episode scored 1.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".