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The Best Episodes of Mistresses

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

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Follows the lives of four female friends and their involvement in an array of marital and extramarital relationships.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Mistresses Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.7/10(87 votes)

    S1:E1

    Katie keeps her affair with a patient secret. Lawyer Siobhan is tired of trying to become pregnant by her husband, and is instead interested in a work colleague.

    Director:SJ Clarkson
    Writer:Rachel Anthony

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  2. Mistresses Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.7/10(37 votes)

    S2:E3

    Trudi is determined to discover the truth after confronting Richard. When Hari refuses to forgive her for her affair with Dominic, Siobhan ends up in Tom's bed again.

    Director:Francesca Joseph
    Writer:Harriet Warner

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  3. Mistresses Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.5/10(39 votes)

    S2:E4

    Jessica is reminded of what happened after she got drunk but still makes up with Mark. An unexpected visitor upsets their happiness. Trudi gives Richard a chance to explain what has been going on. Kate is surprised by Jack. Siobhan tries to sort out her marriage problems.

    Director:Francesca Joseph
    Writer:Muirinn Lane Kelly

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  4. Mistresses Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.4/10(63 votes)

    S1:E3

    Jessica is jealous of Alex's show of love for Lisa at their wedding and sleeps with a wedding guest.

    Director:Philip John
    Writer:Harriet Braun

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  5. Mistresses Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.4/10(50 votes)

    S1:E4

    Despite Trudi's disapproval, Katie throws herself into an affair with Sam.

    Director:Philip John
    Writer:Richard Warlow

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  6. Mistresses Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.4/10(61 votes)

    S1:E5

    Siobhan struggles with her secret, and convinces her boss to promote Dominic to another branch.

    Director:Peter Hoar
    Writers:Richard Warlow, Catrin Clarke

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  7. Mistresses Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.4/10(58 votes)

    S1:E6

    Trudi's shocking discovery leaves her reeling, and Siobhan faces a devastating dilemma.

    Director:Peter Hoar
    Writer:Rachel Anthony

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  8. Mistresses Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.2/10(37 votes)

    S2:E2

    One of her former conquests ends up being one of Siobhan's new clients. She becomes worried that her secret night time life is going to be exposed. Richard's continued spending makes Trudi suspicious.

    Director:Peter Hoar
    Writer:Richard Warlow

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  9. Mistresses Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.2/10(36 votes)

    S2:E5

    Jessica and Mark attempt to be exclusive with one another following their wedding. Trudi turns to Lucas for comfort. Katie thinks about leaving England with Dan for a new life in Australia.

    Director:Peter Lydon
    Writer:Harriet Warner

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  10. Mistresses Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.2/10(35 votes)

    S2:E6

    Katie gets used to being single again now that her affair has been found out. Jack pleads with Dan not to tell his wife about his affair with Katie. When his wife Megan sees them arguing she finds herself turning to Katie for help in finding out what is going on. Trudi finds it hard to forget Lucas. Siobhan finds it hard to escape Tom's control. Mark asks Jessica to take him back after he discovers her secret.

    Director:Peter Lydon
    Writer:Richard Warlow

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  11. Mistresses Season 3 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(36 votes)

    S3:E1

    Two years have passed and the once-unbreakable bond between best friends Katie, Trudi, Jessica and Siobhan has been shattered. As the girls gather it's clear their relationship has changed dramatically: there's tension in the room and no happy greetings. What could have happened to bring them to this?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Mistresses Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.1/10(46 votes)

    S2:E1

    The girls get together to celebrate Jessica's impeding marriage to a rich playboy. Siobhan is keeping a secret. Katie manges to catch the eye of a colleague.

    Director:Peter Hoar
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Mistresses Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.0/10(66 votes)

    S1:E2

    A guilt-ridden Siobhan confides in Jessica. Trudi and Richard go on an uncomfortable date, whilst Katie grows closer to Sam. Jessica discovers feelings for lesbian bride Alex.

    Director:SJ Clarkson
    Writer:Richard Warlow

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  14. Mistresses Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.0/10(33 votes)

    S3:E4

    Trudi, Jessica, Katie and Siobhan are united in grief following the death of a loved one. However, emotions run high at the funeral and, with so many questions left unanswered, grief turns to anger and a bitter row ensues, causing a huge rift between the friends. Despite the bad feelings that have developed between them, will Trudi, Jessica, Katie and Siobhan get the happy ending they deserve?

    Director:Tim Fywell
    Writers:Moses Raine, Nina Raine

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  15. Mistresses Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.9/10(31 votes)

    S3:E2

    Katie is forced to take a trip down memory lane as she visits the house she grew up in when her interfering mother, Vivienne, unexpectedly announces that she's planning to sell the property. But Katie finds more than she bargained for and unearths a disturbing secret that threatens to destroy her fond childhood memories.

    Director:Tim Fywell
    Writer:Muirinn Lane Kelly

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  16. Mistresses Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.7/10(33 votes)

    S3:E3

    Trudi is guilt-stricken, having spent the evening with Chris, and confides in Katie to seek guidance on whether she should reveal all to Richard. Katie advises her to focus on the future and forget about it, but will Trudi be able to live with her conscience?

    Director:Tim Fywell
    Writer:Kate Gartside

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Mistresses". It scored 7.7/10 based on 87 votes. Directed by SJ Clarkson and written by Rachel Anthony, it aired on 1/8/2008. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 3".