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The Best Episodes of Harlots Season 1

Every episode of Harlots Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Harlots Season 1!

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Brothel owner, Margaret Wells, struggles to raise her daughters in London during the 18th century.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Harlots Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.0/10(293 votes)

    S1:E6

    When Howard offers to be Lucy’s keeper, Margaret is delighted, but Lucy’s reaction will bring all three Wells women into terrible danger. Lydia is out for revenge, but will she track Emily Lacey down?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Harlots Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.9/10(297 votes)

    S1:E8

    Emily’s escape pits Lydia and Cunliffe against one another - which of them can earn the Spartans’ trust? Margaret is in trouble, but to preserve her own life might cost another’s death. She’s faced with a terrible choice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Harlots Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.7/10(298 votes)

    S1:E5

    Lord Fallon shows interest in Lucy - can she finally snare herself a keeper? Charlotte’s decision to leave Howard puts her in danger. To escape Lydia, Emily has to risk more than one life - will she take that chance?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Harlots Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.7/10(285 votes)

    S1:E7

    The Wells are reeling after Howard’s death, and someone is sure to hang for his murder. Can Margaret keep all her girls safe? Emily is trapped by Lydia and fears for her life - will anyone find her before it’s too late?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Harlots Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.6/10(314 votes)

    S1:E4

    Margaret's debts mount in the face of Lydia's campaigns against her and Florence's religious tirades, while Charlotte helps to introduce Lucy to the highest echelons of society.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Harlots Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.4/10(336 votes)

    S1:E3

    Lucy is promised to Lord Repton, but is she prepared for the experience that awaits her? Lydia’s retaliation against Margaret might prevent her move to Soho, when the Wells are met with a baying mob outside their new home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Harlots Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.3/10(359 votes)

    S1:E2

    An old friend’s return could be a godsend if Margaret can tempt him to invest in her brothel. But when an opportunity arises which could damage Lydia’s reputation, Margaret’s thirst for revenge puts all her plans at risk.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Harlots Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(495 votes)

    S1:E1

    Margaret Wells’s business comes under attack from a rival madam. As they risk losing everything, how much will Margaret and her daughters have to sacrifice to keep the brothel, and the Wells family afloat?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "Harlots" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 293 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/1/2017. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 8".