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The Best Episodes of Jane the Virgin

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A comedy-drama following a chaste young woman who is accidentally impregnated via artificial insemination as she struggles to inform her devoutly religious family and make the right choices concerning the child. Based on the telenovela

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Jane the Virgin Season 5 Episode 19 - Chapter One Hundred
    9.2/10(592 votes)

    #1 - Chapter One Hundred

    S5:E19

    With Jane and Rafael finally getting ready for their big day, Rafael’s desire to help Jane’s writing dream lands him in trouble. Xo and Rogelio must tell the family about their decision and not everyone takes it well. Meanwhile, Petra struggles with her emotions.

    Director:Brad Silberling
    Writer:Jennie Snyder Urman

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  2. Jane the Virgin Season 4 Episode 17 - Chapter Eighty-One
    9.1/10(577 votes)

    #2 - Chapter Eighty-One

    S4:E17

    Jane believes she and Rafael are in a good place until she realizes he is keeping a secret from her. Alba's big day has finally arrived, and Jane, Xo and Rogelio are ready to celebrate but Alba has other plans. Petra and JR make a decision about their future that neither of them saw coming. Meanwhile, River spends the week with Rogelio in order to help them be believable as a married couple, but she soon starts to take her role too seriously.

    Director:Gina Lamar
    Writers:Paul Sciarrotta, Jennie Snyder Urman

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  3. Jane the Virgin Season 2 Episode 22 - Chapter Forty-Four
    8.9/10(532 votes)

    #3 - Chapter Forty-Four

    S2:E22

    After moving up the wedding day, Jane and Michael find all their carefully made plans thrown into chaos. To make matters worse, Jane is unhappy with her current graduate thesis, but changing it might put a wrinkle in her big day. Rafael still has feelings for Jane, but is torn about whether he should speak now or forever hold his peace. Petra has her own family drama when Anezka has a medical emergency and ends up in the hospital. Meanwhile, Rogelio and Xo are finally coming to terms with the state of their relationship until Xo gets surprising news.

    Director:Jann Turner
    Writers:Paul Sciarrotta, Jennie Snyder Urman

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  4. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 12 - Chapter Twelve
    8.7/10(507 votes)

    #4 - Chapter Twelve

    S1:E12

    Jane's big break looks as if it is too good to be true. Petra finds out a disheartening truth.

    Director:Gina Lamar
    Writer:David S. Rosenthal

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  5. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 22 - Chapter Twenty-Two
    8.7/10(504 votes)

    #5 - Chapter Twenty-Two

    S1:E22

    Jane starts to go into labor after insisting that Xo and Rogelio go to Las Vegas for their show.

    Director:Zetna Fuentes
    Writers:Jennie Snyder Urman, Josh Reims

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  6. Jane the Virgin Season 5 Episode 1 - Chapter Eighty-Two
    8.6/10(480 votes)

    #6 - Chapter Eighty-Two

    S5:E1

    Jane makes a shocking discovery and looks to Rafael for answers but is confused by his decision to put everything he and Jane have on hold. Meanwhile, Petra is trying to secure a future with the hope of it being with JR, but her past might jeopardize everything.

    Director:Gina Rodriguez
    Writer:Jennie Snyder Urman

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  7. Jane the Virgin Season 3 Episode 10 - Chapter Fifty-Four
    8.5/10(475 votes)

    #7 - Chapter Fifty-Four

    S3:E10

    When Jane realizes that she and Michael are both stressed out, they decide to recreate their first date to help them relax. Rogelio makes a big scene on the red carpet of his film premiere and his rant goes viral, which leave him to make a choice about the direction of his career. Rafael wants to set a good example for his children leaving him to make a big decision with the ultimate sacrifice. Meanwhile, Bruce’s daughter finds herself in trouble leaving Xo and Bruce’s to discuss the future of their relationship.

    Director:Melanie Mayron
    Writers:Jennie Snyder Urman, Micah Schraft

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  8. Jane the Virgin Season 5 Episode 3 - Chapter Eighty-Four
    8.4/10(346 votes)

    #8 - Chapter Eighty-Four

    S5:E3

    Jane must get over the newest hurdle in her life, which proves to be harder than she and Rafael would have hoped. Rogelio discovers that he and River are not as equal as he thought. Meanwhile, Jane and Petra must deal with the children not getting along with each other, which in turn brings up issues of how Petra and Jane feel about each other.

    Director:Brad Silberling
    Writers:Valentina Garza, Deirdre Shaw

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  9. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 14 - Chapter Fourteen
    8.3/10(467 votes)

    #9 - Chapter Fourteen

    S1:E14

    Michael's suspicions make Jane question Rafael's actions.

    Director:Brad Silberling
    Writer:Paul Sciarrotta

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  10. Jane the Virgin Season 2 Episode 1 - Chapter Twenty-Three
    8.3/10(435 votes)

    #10 - Chapter Twenty-Three

    S2:E1

    After Jane discovers Mateo’s abduction, chaos ensues, especially when they all learn Sin Rostro is involved and demanding a ransom. Jane must also focus on motherhood and turns to Xo and Alba for help, leaving Rafael feeling left out. Meanwhile, Petra is conflicted with what to do with Rafael’s remaining sperm sample.

    Director:Brad Silberling
    Writer:Jennie Snyder Urman

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  11. Jane the Virgin Season 3 Episode 1 - Chapter Forty-Five
    8.3/10(381 votes)

    #11 - Chapter Forty-Five

    S3:E1

    Jane discovers that Michael was shot and finds herself having to make difficult choices. With Rafael focused on keeping Mateo safe, Anezka, who is pretending to be Petra, "helps" the cops with their investigation. However, it isn't long before everyone starts to notice that "Petra" is acting odd. Meanwhile, Rogelio is trying to keep everything out of the press for Jane, but in order to do so finds himself in an awkward position and asks for Xo's help.

    Director:Gina Lamar
    Writer:Jennie Snyder Urman

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  12. Jane the Virgin Season 3 Episode 20 - Chapter Sixty-Four
    8.3/10(294 votes)

    #12 - Chapter Sixty-Four

    S3:E20

    Jane struggles to find the right words for Rogelio and Xo’s ceremony, when she learns about a mysterious letter that Michael wrote before their wedding. Rogelio and Xo are excited for their big day, but Rogelio gets some shocking news that could put things on hold. Once again Rafael is upset with Luisa and asks her to leave, but Luisa has a plan of her own. Meanwhile, Petra is skeptical about Jane’s feelings for Rafael which leads her to make a rash decision.

    Director:Melanie Mayron
    Writers:Jennie Snyder Urman, Micah Schraft

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  13. Jane the Virgin Season 4 Episode 14 - Chapter Seventy-Eight
    8.3/10(293 votes)

    #13 - Chapter Seventy-Eight

    S4:E14

    Xo struggles to make an important decision and looks to Jane for guidance leaving Rogelio feeling like an outsider. Alba is frustrated with Rogelio when it seems he is once again making his career a priority over Xo. Meanwhile, Petra turns to Rafael for advice on her love life.

    Director:Justin Baldoni
    Writers:Micah Schraft, Valentina Garza

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  14. Jane the Virgin Season 5 Episode 17 - Chapter Ninety-Eight
    8.3/10(283 votes)

    #14 - Chapter Ninety-Eight

    S5:E17

    Jane is feeling great about all the book publishing prospects she has until an unexpected problem pops up. Petra and Rafael’s working relationship has been going so well that Petra makes Rafael an unexpected offer. It seems like every time Rogelio takes one step closer to his dream, a new roadblock appears.

    Director:Gina Lamar
    Writer:Carolina Rivera

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  15. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 9 - Chapter Nine
    8.2/10(494 votes)

    #15 - Chapter Nine

    S1:E9

    A shocking discovery is made by Jane and Rafael regarding Petra. Michael finds a big clue.

    Director:Zetna Fuentes
    Writer:Corinne Brinkerhoff

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  16. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 10 - Chapter Ten
    8.2/10(478 votes)

    #16 - Chapter Ten

    S1:E10

    When a hurricane rips through Miami, Jane has no choice but to stay at the Marbella, but the storm soon becomes the least of her worries.

    Director:Elodie Keene
    Writers:Meredith Averill, Christopher Oscar Pena

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  17. Jane the Virgin Season 4 Episode 10 - Chapter Seventy-Four
    8.2/10(289 votes)

    #17 - Chapter Seventy-Four

    S4:E10

    Jane and Rafael try to be friends which works great until Jane goes on a date. Petra and Jane's new partnership is off to a rocky start, but they both know they have to find a way to work together somehow. Rogelio is convinced he has Male Post-Partum Depression, which puts him at odds with with celebrity Post-Partum Advocate River Fields. Meanwhile, Alba finally tells Jane why she turned down the marriage proposal, leaving Jane to help Alba in the romance department.

    Director:Gina Rodriguez
    Writers:Paul Sciarrotta, Micah Schraft

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  18. Jane the Virgin Season 4 Episode 13 - Chapter Seventy-Seven
    8.2/10(278 votes)

    #18 - Chapter Seventy-Seven

    S4:E13

    When Jane, Rogelio and Alba learn what is going on with Xo, they all try to comfort her, but Xo insists they let her live her life. Rogelio finally gets River Fields to agree to meet with him, but he learns that River has another plan in mind. Rafael is on a mission to find his sister who may have the information he has been looking for. Meanwhile, Jane is upset with Petra after her girls spill a secret to Mateo.

    Director:Gina Lamar
    Writers:Chantelle M. Wells, Deirdre Shaw

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  19. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter Six
    8.1/10(559 votes)

    #19 - Chapter Six

    S1:E6

    Rogelio's stepdaughters decide to try and make Jane's life miserable. Rogelio asks Xo to use his band.

    Director:Jann Turner
    Writer:Paul Sciarrotta

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  20. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 13 - Chapter Thirteen
    8.1/10(450 votes)

    #20 - Chapter Thirteen

    S1:E13

    A medical problem could cause Jane to miss her graduation. Michael believes that he has identified Sin Rostro.

    Director:Howard Deutch
    Writer:Josh Reims

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  21. Jane the Virgin Season 2 Episode 5 - Chapter Twenty-Seven
    8.1/10(397 votes)

    #21 - Chapter Twenty-Seven

    S2:E5

    Jane thinks she is finally ready to make a decision about her love life. Alba has taken the proper steps to become a citizen, but Xo's past might make it more difficult than anyone was expecting. Rogelio learns that his nemesis, Britney Spears, is at the Marbella Hotel and he is determined to confront her about their past. Michael is so caught up in his ongoing feud with Rafael that he ends up in big trouble at work. Meanwhile, Petra gets an offer from her ex Milos she just can't refuse.

    Director:Jann Turner
    Writers:Jessica O'Toole, Amy Rardin

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  22. Jane the Virgin Season 4 Episode 7 - Chapter Seventy-One
    8.1/10(301 votes)

    #22 - Chapter Seventy-One

    S4:E7

    Jane is excited for her first book tour and brings Xo along for fun, but Alba decides last minute that she is going as well. Things take an unexpected turn at their first stop which makes all three ponder what they should do. Rafael and Rogelio's attempts to take care of Mateo while Jane is away hits a bump, but ultimately might have made things better between them. Meanwhile, Petra thinks she has finally gotten a handle on the hotel, until a new problem arises.

    Director:Micah Schraft
    Writers:Valentina Garza, Deirdre Shaw

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  23. Jane the Virgin Season 4 Episode 16 - Chapter Eighty
    8.1/10(282 votes)

    #23 - Chapter Eighty

    S4:E16

    Jane and Rafael find themselves in a not ideal living situation in order to save money. When Rafael sees Alba try to punish Mateo, an unexpected rift is formed. Xo tries to stay positive during treatment and even makes a new friend, but things get a little too real for her and Rogelio. River and Rogelio once again are at odds over their ideas for the show, but an unlikely person helps River see the show in a different light. Meanwhile, Petra feels unsupported by JR when she questions what really happened the night Anezka died.

    Director:Micah Schraft
    Writer:Micah Schraft

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  24. Jane the Virgin Season 5 Episode 12 - Chapter Ninety-Three
    8.1/10(300 votes)

    #24 - Chapter Ninety-Three

    S5:E12

    After Rafael witnesses Mateo’s behavior at school, he wants to take a different approach to his treatment. Rogelio is paranoid that River is plotting her revenge against him. Meanwhile, Jane convinces Petra to go on a single ladies’ night out after she learns that Rafael is dating.

    Director:Melanie Mayron
    Writers:Carolina Rivera, Madeline Hendricks

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  25. Jane the Virgin Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter Four
    8.0/10(598 votes)

    #25 - Chapter Four

    S1:E4

    Jane feels guilty about her feelings for Rafael and admits to Michal how she is feeling. An unwelcome visitor from Petra and Rafael's past shows up.

    Director:Debbie Allen
    Writer:Corinne Brinkerhoff

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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter One Hundred" is the best rated episode of "Jane the Virgin". It scored 9.2/10 based on 592 votes. Directed by Brad Silberling and written by Jennie Snyder Urman, it aired on 7/31/2019. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter Eighty-One".