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The Worst Episodes of Paradise

Every episode of Paradise ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Paradise!

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The tranquility in a serene, wealthy community inhabited by some of the world's most prominent individuals explodes when a shocking murder occurs and a high stakes investigation unfolds.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Paradise Season 1 Episode 3 - The Architect of Social Well-Being
    7.5/10(2971 votes)

    #1 - The Architect of Social Well-Being

    S1:E3

    Isolated, Xavier seeks answers on his own and cautiously turns to Dr. Gabriela Torabi. Meanwhile, Billy and Jane feel the pressure from Robinson's investigation.

    Director:Gandja Monteiro
    Writer:Jason Wilborn

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  2. Paradise Season 1 Episode 2 - Sinatra
    7.6/10(3208 votes)

    #2 - Sinatra

    S1:E2

    Agent Xavier Collins is interrogated. Samantha Redmond (codename Sinatra) begins to reassure the community as she reflects on how she got to Paradise.

    Directors:Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
    Writers:Dan Fogelman, Katie French

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  3. Paradise Season 2 Episode 2 - Mayday
    7.6/10(551 votes)

    #3 - Mayday

    S2:E2

    Xavier battles the elements and other threats as he follows a broadcast to Atlanta in search of his wife, Teri.

    Directors:Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
    Writer:Jason Wilborn

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  4. Paradise Season 1 Episode 6 - You Asked for Miracles
    8.0/10(2719 votes)

    #4 - You Asked for Miracles

    S1:E6

    Xavier and Robinson set their plans in motion while Sinatra works to preserve the status quo in Paradise.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Gina Lucita Monreal

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  5. Paradise Season 1 Episode 8 - The Man Who Kept the Secrets
    8.0/10(3160 votes)

    #5 - The Man Who Kept the Secrets

    S1:E8

    Xavier and Robinson race to find President Bradford’s murderer before it's too late.

    Directors:Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
    Writer:Nadra Widatalla

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  6. Paradise Season 2 Episode 3 - Another Day in Paradise
    8.0/10(380 votes)

    #6 - Another Day in Paradise

    S2:E3

    Sinatra wakes to discover a new paradigm in the bunker and takes steps to safeguard its biggest secret.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Scott Weinger

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  7. Paradise Season 1 Episode 5 - In the Palaces of Crowned Kings
    8.1/10(2807 votes)

    #7 - In the Palaces of Crowned Kings

    S1:E5

    Xavier faces the consequences of his investigation, forcing him to consider how to proceed. Meanwhile Cal's family history and his last days are examined.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Stephen Markley

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  8. Paradise Season 1 Episode 4 - Agent Billy Pace
    8.2/10(3175 votes)

    #8 - Agent Billy Pace

    S1:E4

    The citizens of Paradise celebrate at the annual carnival. Xavier and Billy delve deeper into their investigation.

    Director:Gandja Monteiro
    Writer:Scott Weinger

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  9. Paradise Season 1 Episode 1 - Wildcat Is Down
    8.3/10(4005 votes)

    #9 - Wildcat Is Down

    S1:E1

    It's just another day in Paradise until Agent Xavier Collins discovers one of the world's most powerful individuals has been viciously murdered. Xavier analyzes the crime scene while recalling his complex relationship with the victim.

    Directors:Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
    Writer:Dan Fogelman

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  10. Paradise Season 2 Episode 1 - Graceland
    8.5/10(1111 votes)

    #10 - Graceland

    S2:E1

    Annie is a tour guide in Memphis, TN when the world ends. Her survival in the ensuing years after The Day is revealed as well as her encounter with a traveling group of survivors.

    Directors:Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
    Writers:Dan Fogelman, Eric Wen

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  11. Paradise Season 1 Episode 7 - The Day
    9.5/10(7098 votes)

    #11 - The Day

    S1:E7

    Sinatra and Xavier confront the past, returning to the harrowing day that brought them to Paradise.

    Directors:Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
    Writer:John Hoberg

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Architect of Social Well-Being" is the worst rated episode of "Paradise". It scored 7.5/10 based on 2971 votes. Directed by Gandja Monteiro and written by Jason Wilborn, it aired on 1/28/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Sinatra".