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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

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 15 - Sisterhood
    5.8/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Sisterhood

    S7:E15

    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:Ellen S. Pressman
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Adam J. Karp

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  2. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 3 - The Garden of Forking Paths
    5.9/10(9 votes)

    #2 - The Garden of Forking Paths

    S7:E3

    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
    Writers:David H. Goodman, Brigitte Hales

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  3. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 5 - Greenbacks
    6.0/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Greenbacks

    S7:E5

    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:Geofrey Hildrew
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Adam J. Karp

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  4. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 16 - Breadcrumbs
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #4 - Breadcrumbs

    S7:E16

    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
    Writers:Jane Espenson, Jerome Schwartz

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  5. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 1 - Hyperion Heights
    6.4/10(10 votes)

    #5 - Hyperion Heights

    S7:E1

    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
    Writers:Adam Horowitz, Edward Kitsis

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  6. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 9 - One Little Tear
    6.4/10(7 votes)

    #6 - One Little Tear

    S7:E9

    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:Steve Pearlman
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Adam J. Karp

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  7. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 18 - The Guardian
    6.5/10(6 votes)

    #7 - The Guardian

    S7:E18

    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:Geofrey Hildrew
    Writers:David H. Goodman, Brigitte Hales

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  8. Once Upon a Time Season 5 Episode 9 - The Bear King
    6.7/10(9 votes)

    #8 - The Bear King

    S5:E9

    Zelena and Arthur journey to DunBroch on a mission to retrieve an enchanted relic that will provide the advantage they need to vanquish Emma and our heroes. Their path will cross with Merida’s, who is on a journey of her own to pay a debt that her father, King Fergus, owed to the Witch when he died. Merida enlists the help of two friends, Mulan and Ruby, but, in order to satisfy the Witch and save DunBroch, she first must discover the identity of the knight who killed her father. In flashbacks, Merida learns about bravery and honor as she trains for combat and rides alongside Fergus into the infamous battle that claims his life.

    Director:Geofrey Hildrew
    Writer:Andrew Chambliss

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  9. Once Upon a Time Season 6 Episode 6 - Dark Waters
    6.7/10(10 votes)

    #9 - Dark Waters

    S6:E6

    Emma tries to convince Aladdin to work with Jasmine to help Agrabah, while Regina teams up with Snow and David to free Archie from Zelena. Meanwhile, in the past, Hook finds himself kidnapped by the mysterious Captain Nemo and held captive aboard his submarine, the Nautilus.

    Director:Rob Duncan
    Writers:Andrew Chambliss, Brigitte Hales

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  10. Once Upon a Time Season 6 Episode 9 - Changelings
    6.7/10(11 votes)

    #10 - Changelings

    S6:E9

    Gold tells the Evil Queen she must kill Zelena, and the Queen makes a decision that will change her relationship with her sister forever. When Belle discovers Gold's plans for their son, she convinces Hook and Emma to help her steal squid ink that can immobilize him. Meanwhile, Jasmine finds a genie-less lamp that she hopes to use to save Agrabah.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writers:David H. Goodman, Brian Ridings

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  11. Once Upon a Time Season 6 Episode 15 - A Wondrous Place
    6.7/10(10 votes)

    #11 - A Wondrous Place

    S6:E15

    When Hook finds himself trapped in another realm along with the Nautilus and her crew, he races to return to Emma before Gideon can execute the rest of his plan. In Storybrooke, Regina and Snow take Emma out to get her mind off Hook's disappearance. And in a flashback to Agrabah, Jasmine befriends Ariel, and together they set out to locate Prince Eric as the threat from Jafar intensifies.

    Director:Steve Pearlman
    Writers:Jane Espenson, Jerome Schwartz

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  12. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 6 - Wake Up Call
    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #12 - Wake Up Call

    S7:E6

    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:Sharat Raju
    Writers:Jane Espenson, Jerome Schwartz

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  13. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 7 - Eloise Gardener
    6.7/10(7 votes)

    #13 - Eloise Gardener

    S7:E7

    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:Alex Kalymnios
    Writers:David H. Goodman, Brigitte Hales

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  14. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 17 - Chosen
    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #14 - Chosen

    S7:E17

    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
    Writers:Brian Ridings, Paul Karp

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  15. Once Upon a Time Season 5 Episode 18 - Ruby Slippers
    6.8/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Ruby Slippers

    S5:E18

    In flashbacks, Ruby and Mulan find themselves in Oz, where they meet Dorothy. After the three witness Zelena’s return to Oz, they look for a way to defeat her once and for all. However, Dorothy mysteriously disappears, and Ruby’s search for her new friend lands her in the Underworld. Reunited with the heroes, Ruby teams up with Emma, Regina and Snow to continue looking for Dorothy. Meanwhile, Snow and David struggle with not being able to be with their son, Neal, and devise a plan so that one of them can escape the Underworld.

    Director:Eriq La Salle
    Writers:Andrew Chambliss, Bill Wolkoff

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  16. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 14 - The Girl in the Tower
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    #16 - The Girl in the Tower

    S7:E14

    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
    Writers:Dana Horgan, Leah Fong

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  17. Once Upon a Time Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.9/10(36 votes)

    #17 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Emma's life turns upside down when she is visited by Henry, the 10-year-old child she long ago gave up for adoption; Emma brings Henry back to his foster mother in a strange town called Storybrooke.

    Director:Mark Mylod
    Writers:Adam Horowitz, Edward Kitsis

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  18. Once Upon a Time Season 2 Episode 17 - Welcome to Storybrooke
    6.9/10(21 votes)

    #18 - Welcome to Storybrooke

    S2:E17

    David, Emma and Mr. Gold try to protect Mary Margaret from a vengeful Regina; a man and his son find their way into Storybrooke.

    Director:David Barrett
    Writers:Ian B. Goldberg, Andrew Chambliss

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  19. Once Upon a Time Season 6 Episode 5 - Street Rats
    6.9/10(10 votes)

    #19 - Street Rats

    S6:E5

    Princess Jasmine recruits Aladdin to help her recover a secret weapon capable of breaking Jafar's hold on the Sultan and saving the city from ruin. In Storybrooke, the Evil Queen tricks Hook and the Charmings and forces Emma to reveal her secret in an effort to divide the family.

    Director:Norman Buckley
    Writers:Adam Horowitz, Edward Kitsis

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  20. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 8 - Pretty in Blue
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #20 - Pretty in Blue

    S7:E8

    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:Ralph Hemecker
    Writers:Dana Horgan, Leah Fong

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  21. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 11 - Secret Garden
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Secret Garden

    S7:E11

    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:Mick Garris
    Writers:Adam Horowitz, Edward Kitsis

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  22. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 12 - A Taste of the Heights
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #22 - A Taste of the Heights

    S7:E12

    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:Nina Lopez-Corrado
    Writers:David H. Goodman, Brigitte Hales

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  23. Once Upon a Time Season 1 Episode 16 - Heart of Darkness
    7.0/10(21 votes)

    #23 - Heart of Darkness

    S1:E16

    Mary Margaret hires Mr. Gold as her attorney when Emma is forced to arrest her for the suspected murder of David’s wife, Kathryn. Meanwhile, back in the fairytale land that was, Prince Charming sets out to stop a determined and unhinged Snow White, whose memory is still clouded by Rumplestiltskin’s potion, from assassinating the Evil Queen.

    Director:Dean White
    Writers:Ian B. Goldberg, Andrew Chambliss

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  24. Once Upon a Time Season 6 Episode 16 - Mother's Little Helper
    7.0/10(11 votes)

    #24 - Mother's Little Helper

    S6:E16

    Gold and Belle convince Emma to help Gideon, explaining that together they can stop the Black Fairy. Henry experiences a disorienting shift in his powers that forces Regina to seek counsel from the previous Author. Meanwhile, in Fairy Tale Land, Hook attempts to win the assistance of an old adversary by betting his most prized possession on a game of cards. And, in a flashback, the Black Fairy tortures young Gideon in hopes of molding him into the perfect apprentice.

    Director:Billy Gierhart
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Once Upon a Time Season 7 Episode 10 - The Eighth Witch
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #25 - The Eighth Witch

    S7:E10

    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:Ralph Hemecker
    Writers:Jane Espenson, Jerome Schwartz

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Sisterhood" is the worst rated episode of "Once Upon a Time". It scored 5.8/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Ellen S. Pressman and written by Christopher Hollier, Adam J. Karp, it aired on 3/30/2018. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Garden of Forking Paths".