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The Best Episodes of Nancy Drew

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

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Nancy Drew makes plans to leave her hometown for college, but finds herself drawn into a supernatural murder mystery instead.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 18 - The Echo of Lost Tears
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - The Echo of Lost Tears

    S2:E18

    Carson, Ryan and the Drew Crew work together to help Nancy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 16 - The Haunting of Nancy Drew
    9.7/10(3 votes)

    #2 - The Haunting of Nancy Drew

    S1:E16

    While using a combination of forensic clues, skilled observation and relentless questioning of those who knew Lucy at the end of her life, Nancy unravels what happened the night Lucy died. While her detective work succeeds in some ways, it also reveals a devasting truth.

    Director:Ruben Garcia
    Writer:Katie Schwartz

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  3. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 9 - The Hidden Staircase
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    #3 - The Hidden Staircase

    S1:E9

    In our winter finale, Nancy and the Drew Crew desperately search for George’s missing sister, Ted, whose kidnapping eerily mirrors the investigation that started Nancy’s sleuthing career. Meanwhile, while revisiting the trauma of her past, as a means to solving the present-day mystery, Nancy finally reconnects with her father just as an escalation in the Lucy Sable investigation threatens to separate them forever.

    Director:Shannon Kohli
    Writer:Melinda Hsu Taylor

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  4. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 11 - The Phantom of Bonny Scot
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - The Phantom of Bonny Scot

    S1:E11

    When Nancy’s quest to clear Carson’s name clashes with Owen’s pursuit of justice for the victims of the Bonny Scot, she’ll have to decide just how far she’s willing to go to get her dad out of jail.

    Director:Ramsey Nickell
    Writers:Andrea Thornton Bolden, Katie Schwartz

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  5. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 12 - The Lady of Larkspur Lane
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - The Lady of Larkspur Lane

    S1:E12

    While Nancy and the Drew Crew follow up on the latest Lucy Sable lead, they also work to uncover who tried to kill Ryan, leading them to a startling revelation.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writer:Erika Harrison

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  6. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 13 - The Whisper Box
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - The Whisper Box

    S1:E13

    When Nancy finds herself stuck in an alternate reality the Drew Crew desperately searches for a way to bring her back.

    Director:Larry Teng
    Writer:Alex Taub

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  7. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 17 - The Girl in the Locket
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - The Girl in the Locket

    S1:E17

    With only hours left, the Drew Crew must race against the clock to find a way to vanquish the Agleaca before she takes what is owed to her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Lisa Bao, Melinda Hsu Taylor

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  8. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 18 - The Clue in the Captain's Painting
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - The Clue in the Captain's Painting

    S1:E18

    Nancy and the Drew Crew investigate a mysterious death which also leads to new details regarding the Aglaeca curse. Spring finale.

    Director:Ramsey Nickell
    Writers:Erika Harrison, Jesse Stern

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  9. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 4 - The Fate of the Buried Treasure
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - The Fate of the Buried Treasure

    S2:E4

    Nancy and the Drew Crew race against the clock to find a way to destroy the Aglaeca before she can destroy them. Ace reaches out to Carson for a favor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 5 - The Drowned Woman
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - The Drowned Woman

    S2:E5

    Tensions flare between Nancy and the Drew Crew as they continue to fight the Aglaeca. Bess makes a mistake that could cause all of them their lives. George has a beautiful bonding moment with her sisters.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 10 - The Spell of the Burning Bride
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - The Spell of the Burning Bride

    S2:E10

    Nancy picks up a new investigating job involving the local florist and is pleasantly surprised when Gil Bobbsey is able to offer some assistance. Meanwhile, Ace receives a cryptic text message.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 12 - The Trail of the Missing Witness
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - The Trail of the Missing Witness

    S2:E12

    Nancy and Celia Hudson go head to head. Meanwhile, Nick hires a new line cook at The Claw.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 13 - The Beacon of Moonstone Island
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - The Beacon of Moonstone Island

    S2:E13

    Gil insists on helping Nancy investigate a hunch on Moonstone Island, but Ace and Amanda are forced to step in when he is unable to be there for her. Meanwhile, Nick begins questioning Nancy's loyalty. Lastly, Odette is getting on George's last nerve.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 14 - The Siege of the Unseen Specter
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - The Siege of the Unseen Specter

    S2:E14

    Nancy's birthday dinner with Carson is cut short when Detective Tamura shows up with a warrant to arrest her for contempt of court. Meanwhile, George, Bess and Ace work together to summon up one of their ancestors to help locate Odette's Englishwoman lover Mary's soul amongst billions in the spirit world.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 16 - The Purloined Keys
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - The Purloined Keys

    S2:E16

    Ryan and the Drew Crew work together to find a way to bring down Everett. Meanwhile, Carson gives Nancy a word of warning.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Nancy Drew Season 2 Episode 17 - The Judgement of the Perilous Captive
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - The Judgement of the Perilous Captive

    S2:E17

    Nancy finally has Everett exactly where she wants him. Meanwhile, Nick receives upsetting news from one of his tenants, Jake Cazine, about the youth center he wants to open. Lastly, Carson shares something disturbing with Bess.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Nancy Drew Season 3 Episode 9 - The Voices in the Frost
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - The Voices in the Frost

    S3:E9

    Nick, George and Bess unravel the truth behind a college student's mysterious death, while unexpected obstacles prevent Ace from working with Nancy and Agent Park as they grow closer and investigate the hidden origin of the Frozen Hearts Killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Nancy Drew Season 3 Episode 11 - The Spellbound Juror
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - The Spellbound Juror

    S3:E11

    While serving on a jury, Nick realizes that one of his fellow jurors may be the next target of the Frozen Hearts Killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Nancy Drew Season 3 Episode 12 - The Witch Tree Symbol
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - The Witch Tree Symbol

    S3:E12

    Nancy searches for a missing person targeted by Temperance, who has also placed a fatal hex on the kids of the Youth Center. With the solution to the Frozen Hearts mystery almost in their grasp, a shocking reversal puts the Drew Crew in the crosshairs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Nancy Drew Season 3 Episode 13 - The Ransom of the Forsaken Soul
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - The Ransom of the Forsaken Soul

    S3:E13

    The fate of Horseshoe Bay rests in the hands of the Drew Crew, who must find a way to defeat their most powerful nemesis yet. Lives and hearts are in supernatural jeopardy - and a star-crossed choice will change everything, forever.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 7 - The Tale of the Fallen Sea Queen
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #21 - The Tale of the Fallen Sea Queen

    S1:E7

    The gang resolves to find a way to speak with the only eyewitness to Lucy and Tiffany's murders -- Lucy herself. Nancy is faced with a truth that seems to validate her greatest fear.

    Director:Rebecca Rodriguez
    Writers:Erika Harrison, Katie Schwartz

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  22. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 8 - The Path Of Shadows
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #22 - The Path Of Shadows

    S1:E8

    Nancy and the Drew Crew discover that the car wreck that left one of their own at death's door was no accident. While simultaneously hoping to solve the crime, the crew investigates the physical evidence of sabotage to the car and take a supernatural detour into the metaphysical world.

    Director:Alexis Ostrander
    Writer:Jesse Stern

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  23. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 3 - The Curse of the Dark Storm
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #23 - The Curse of the Dark Storm

    S1:E3

    When a nor’easter hits Horseshoe Bay, Ace warns everyone that the storm has been known to blow restless spirits ashore. Meanwhile, Nancy confronts Nick about the secrets he’s been keeping.

    Director:John T. Kretchmer
    Writers:Lisa Bao, Jesse Stern

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  24. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 6 - The Mystery of Blackwood Lodge
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #24 - The Mystery of Blackwood Lodge

    S1:E6

    While trying to uncover the truth about a long-buried history between Lucy Sable and Ryan Hudson, Nancy finds herself in the curious position of having to strike a deal with Horseshoe Bay’s newest and most suspect widower.

    Director:Amanda Row
    Writers:Alex Taub, Andrea Thornton Bolden

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  25. Nancy Drew Season 1 Episode 14 - The Sign of the Uninvited Guest
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #25 - The Sign of the Uninvited Guest

    S1:E14

    Nancy and the Drew Crew follow the latest Lucy Sable murder lead, while simultaneously working to uncover the attempted murder of someone in their community. When both investigations lead back to the same person, Nancy and Nick confront the suspect with their findings.

    Director:Amanda Row
    Writer:Katherine DiSavino

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Echo of Lost Tears" is the best rated episode of "Nancy Drew". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/2/2021. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Haunting of Nancy Drew".