The Best Episodes of Once Upon a Time Season 7
Every episode of Once Upon a Time Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Once Upon a Time Season 7!
There is a town in Maine where every story book character you've ever known is trapped between two worlds, victims of a powerful curse. Only one knows the truth and only one can break the spell. Emma Swan is a 28-year-old bail bonds collector who has been supporting herself since she was abandoned as a baby. Things change for her when her son Henry, whom she abandoned years ago, finds her and asks for her help explaining that she is from a different world where she is Snow White's missing daughter.
Season 7 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Once Upon a Time" season 7 is "Hyperion Heights", rated 6.5/10 from 1570 user votes. It was directed by Ralph Hemecker and written by Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz. "Hyperion Heights" aired on 10/6/2017 and is rated 0.8 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "A Pirate's Life".
6.5/10 1,570 votes#1 - Hyperion Heights
Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 10/6/2017
Henry leaves Storybrooke in search of his own story. Years later in another realm, he encounters a troubled Cinderella, changing the trajectory of his quest forever. When Cinderella's evil step-mother, Lady Tremaine, poses a threat, Henry discovers that following his heart will require him to make more difficult choices than he ever could have imagined. Years later, a young Lucy finds a disillusioned Henry at his home in Seattle, determined to make him remember his true self in order to defeat the curse afflicting the fairytale characters of "Hyperion Heights."
Director: Ralph Hemecker
Writer: Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz
7.3/10 1,274 votes#2 - A Pirate's Life
Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 10/13/2017
Henry’s Storybrooke family help him search for Cinderella, and Hook encounters an unexpected foe who threatens the group’s success. Meanwhile, in Hyperion Heights, Jacinda searches for a way to see Lucy with some unwelcome assistance from Henry.
Director: Tara Nicole Weyr
Writer: Jane Espenson, Jerome Schwartz
6.7/10 1,162 votes#3 - The Garden of Forking Paths
Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 10/20/2017
Cinderella joins forces with a new friend; Jacinda tries to protect Lucy's community garden; Lucy tries to convince Henry that Victoria is after more than just a plot of land; Victoria makes a discovery that could alter everyone's fate.
Director: Ron Underwood
Writer: David H. Goodman, Brigitte Hales
8.3/10 1,382 votes#4 - Beauty
Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 10/27/2017
It’s Halloween in Hyperion Heights and Victoria forces Ivy to take Lucy trick-or-treating. Meanwhile, Tilly appears to be waking up from the curse and is intent on leading Weaver to the truth – but not if Victoria can help it. In a flashback, Rumple and Belle seek the answer to a prophecy that could cement their happy ending.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.0/10 1,085 votes#5 - Greenbacks
Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired 11/3/2017
Tana seeks help from a traveling soothsayer, the iconic Dr. Facilier, in an attempt to save her kingdom. But when it’s revealed that he has an ulterior motive she’s forced to take matters into her own hands. In Hyperion Heights, Sabine and Jacinda take on a risky business venture, but the strength of their friendship is tested when Victoria interferes with their plans. Meanwhile, Ivy recruits Henry to investigate Victoria, and Roni makes a discovery that could change her relationship with Henry forever. Rogers uncovers a crucial clue in his search for Eloise Gardener.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10 1,086 votes#6 - Wake Up Call
Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 11/10/2017
Feeling like a third wheel as Henry and Cinderella's relationship strengthens, Regina is surprised to find herself needed by Drizella, who is searching for magic. But when a brutal truth is revealed, it could lead Drizella down a dangerous path. In Hyperion Heights, Roni seeks Weaver's help in finding answers, and Tilly offers Rogers some intriguing advice concerning Eloise Gardener.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 1,051 votes#7 - Eloise Gardener
Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 11/17/2017
In pursuit of revenge, Hook seeks a dark and powerful magic, but an encounter with Rapunzel could alter his fate forever. Meanwhile, in Hyperion Heights, Ivy’s plot to take down Victoria intensifies and has unexpected consequences for Jacinda and Lucy. Rogers enlists Henry and Tilly’s help in his ongoing quest to find the missing Eloise Gardner, but what he discovers isn’t what meets the eye.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/10 1,016 votes#8 - Pretty in Blue
Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired 11/17/2017
In an attempt to prevent a distressed Alice from running away, Henry and Ella follow her into Wonderland. Once there, Henry realizes that Ella has a surprising connection to this strange world. In Hyperion Heights, Jacinda reconnects with an old friend in a last ditch effort to regain custody of Lucy, but her decision to enlist outside help could put a strain on her burgeoning relationship with Henry.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10 1,067 votes#9 - One Little Tear
Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired 12/8/2017
Victoria strikes a deal with Weaver in an attempt to free herself from jail and wake Anastasia, but the cost of saving one life could mean the loss of another. In a flashback, we learn Lady Tremaine’s surprising connection to another classic fairytale when Mother Gothel offers to help her family. Meanwhile, Jacinda and Nick share an exchange that could alter her future with Henry.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.9/10 1,042 votes#10 - The Eighth Witch
Season 7 Episode 10 - Aired 12/15/2017
When Drizella threatens the realm with a dark curse, Henry and Ella take extreme actions to protect Lucy and the others; and Regina is forced into making an unimaginable choice. In Hyperion Heights, Roni recruits Henry to travel to San Francisco to search for her sister, but when he learns Lucy has fallen unconscious, Henry rushes to be by her side. Meanwhile, Gothel earns the trust of Anastasia and the consequences of their budding relationship could prove to be fatal.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/10 644 votes#11 - Secret Garden
Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired 3/2/2018
Eager to harness her burgeoning magical skills, Robin engages in a risky relationship with Mother Gothel. Meanwhile in Hyperion Heights, Roni and Kelly strike a deal with Eloise, desperate to save Lucy from her mysterious illness. But nothing comes without a price. As things finally come to a head between Victoria and Ivy, someone may have to pay with their life.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.9/10 611 votes#12 - A Taste of the Heights
Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired 3/9/2018
On the day of Tiana’s coronation, a confrontation with Dr. Facilier compels her to take a trip through the Bayou, where a surprising encounter changes her life and the hunt for an alligator takes a dark turn. In Hyperion Heights, Sabine reconnects with an old friend whose plans could jeopardize her culinary dreams. Meanwhile, Rogers and Weaver investigate a Blind Witch, leading them to a shocking discovery about The Coven.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/10 612 votes#13 - Knightfall
Season 7 Episode 13 - Aired 3/16/2018
Rogers strikes a deal with Eloise despite Tilly’s fair warning, while Ivy struggles to find herself after Victoria’s death. Meanwhile, in a faraway realm, Hook confronts Captain Ahab over a legendary magical talisman which can free Alice, only to learn that his quest may have unintended consequences.
Director: Steve Miner
Writer: Jerome Schwartz, Miguel Raya
7.5/10 645 votes#14 - The Girl in the Tower
Season 7 Episode 14 - Aired 3/23/2018
Rogers works to prove Tilly’s innocence in the case of the Blind Baker’s death, while Ivy attempts to make amends with Anastasia, and Samdi makes a revealing confession to Roni. Meanwhile, in a faraway realm, Alice forms an unbreakable bond.
Director: Antonio Negret
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 592 votes#15 - Sisterhood
Season 7 Episode 15 - Aired 3/30/2018
When the Candy Killer attacks, Ivy will have to risk what remains of her family, while Jacinda and Henry grow closer and Roni questions her relationship with Samdi. Meanwhile, Drizella faces an unthinkable challenge in her attempt to join the Witch's Coven.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/10 586 votes#16 - Breadcrumbs
Season 7 Episode 16 - Aired 4/6/2018
Henry grapples with an important decision when a job prospect in New York threatens to take him away from Jacinda and Lucy, but a revelation in the case of The Candy Killer could make it even harder to leave Hyperion Heights. Meanwhile, Margot confides in Tilly, and in a flashback, Hook helps Henry find a way to prove himself to Ella.
Director: Ron Underwood
Writer: Jane Espenson, Jerome Schwartz
7.6/10 629 votes#17 - Chosen
Season 7 Episode 17 - Aired 4/13/2018
Kelly comes face-to-face with The Candy Killer after someone she loves is taken hostage. Meanwhile, Samdi uses Drew to execute a deadly plan. In a flashback, Zelena learns a harsh lesson after an encounter with Hansel and Gretel goes awry.
Director: Lana Parrilla
Writer: Paul Karp, Brian Ridings
7.6/10 605 votes#18 - The Guardian
Season 7 Episode 18 - Aired 4/20/2018
Following Nick's death, Weaver discovers the Dark One Dagger has been taken and sets out to get it back, even if it means betraying Roni's trust. Meanwhile, Margot takes Tilly on a date, but their time together takes an unexpected twist. In a flashback, Rumple, desperate to be reunited with Belle, pays Alice a visit.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 605 votes#19 - Flower Child
Season 7 Episode 19 - Aired 4/27/2018
Tilly and Rogers find themselves in danger after an encounter with Eloise, forcing Tilly to make a life-altering decision when Rogers’ life is threatened. Meanwhile, Henry and Jacinda’s relationship takes a step forward, but despite Lucy’s efforts, their union doesn’t provide the answers she’s seeking. In a flashback, young Gothel seeks revenge after her home is destroyed
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/10 790 votes#20 - Is This Henry Mills?
Season 7 Episode 20 - Aired 5/4/2018
Roni enlists Lucy’s help to wake Henry and stop Gothel, but things don’t go as planned. Meanwhile, Rogers and Weaver go to Margot in hopes of freeing Tilly before her magic can be used to power the spell. In a flashback, Young Henry struggles to decide what path to follow until a mysterious phone call helps put him on track.
Director: Ron Underwood
Writer: Dana Horgan, Leah Fong
7.8/10 633 votes#21 - Homecoming
Season 7 Episode 21 - Aired 5/11/2018
As the residents of Hyperion Heights celebrate the breaking of the curse, Henry is visited by Wish Rumple, who’s hatched an evil plan to use Ella and Lucy to keep Weaver from destroying the Dark One powers. In order to stop him, Henry, Roni, Weaver and Rogers must travel to the Wish Realm, home to versions of some of our most beloved and fearsome characters. In a flashback, a discouraged Young Henry is visited by Wish Rumple and offered a deal that could have tragic consequences.
Director: Steve Pearlman
Writer: David H. Goodman
8.9/10 1,167 votes#22 - Leaving Storybrooke
Season 7 Episode 22 - Aired 5/18/2018
Wish Rumple’s evil plan is revealed and Regina realizes the only hope to stop him is by turning Wish Henry from his path for vengeance. Meanwhile, Tilly and Margot try to get help in Storybrooke. With his hope of ever being reunited with Belle fading, Weaver struggles to find a way to defeat his evil alter ego; and when Rogers’ life is threatened, he is faced with the ultimate sacrifice. Series Finale.
Director: Ralph Hemecker
Writer: Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz