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The Worst Episodes of Pretty Little Liars

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Based on the Pretty Little Liars series of young adult novels by Sara Shepard, the series follows the lives of four girls — Spencer, Hanna, Aria, and Emily — whose clique falls apart after the

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Pretty Little Liars Season 7 Episode 7 - Original G'A'ngsters
    4.7/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Original G'A'ngsters

    S7:E7

    Jason returns to town to stop Ali from getting too close to Mary. The girls learn something new about Mary and Mrs. DiLaurentis that leads them to a storm cellar full of clues. Ezra gets a call about someone in his past that could change his course. Noel Kahn grows more and more suspicious and rises to the top of the list of suspects for Uber A.

    Director:Melanie Mayron
    Writer:Kateland Brown

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  2. Pretty Little Liars Season 6 Episode 17 - We’ve All Got Baggage
    5.0/10(6 votes)

    #2 - We’ve All Got Baggage

    S6:E17

    As romantic relationships move forward, the Liars investigate a new suspect in the murder case. With Ezra back in Rosewood, Aria must tell him the truth about her involvement with his book. Spencer and Caleb deal with a media leak that affects the campaign. Hanna takes a look at her life after an incident at work. Emily gets harassed by the stalker while she continues the search for Sara. Meanwhile, two lovers finally tie the knot with the help of a special officiant.

    Director:Paula Hunziker
    Writer:Oliver Goldstick

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  3. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 18 - The Bin of Sin
    5.2/10(5 votes)

    #3 - The Bin of Sin

    S5:E18

    Hanna refuses to let "A" frame her for Mona's murder; Spencer's actions put Toby in a bind.

    Director:Tripp Reed
    Writer:Jonell Lennon

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  4. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 22 - Bloody Hell
    5.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Bloody Hell

    S5:E22

    The girls scramble for evidence as Alison considers a deal. Spencer has a night out on the town in London.

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writer:Maya Goldsmith

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  5. Pretty Little Liars Season 6 Episode 5 - She's No Angel
    5.4/10(6 votes)

    #5 - She's No Angel

    S6:E5

    Mona returns to Rosewood in a very fragile state as she must answer to the police for faking her death. Matters only get worse when she is confronted by Lesli’s sister about Lesli’s inadvertent involvement in Mona’s plot. Hanna is determined to help Mona out, not only to reassure her she is safe from Alison but also to try and repair Mona’s friendship with Lesli. Emily tries to help Sara with her troubled home life by encouraging her to explore the possibility of emancipation. Spencer, on the other hand, finds help from someone from her past. Meanwhile, Alison grows closer to Lorenzo as she looks for support outside of her family.

    Director:Michael Grossman
    Writers:Maya Goldsmith, Oliver Goldstick

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  6. Pretty Little Liars Season 6 Episode 20 - Hush, Hush, Sweet Liars
    5.4/10(7 votes)

    #6 - Hush, Hush, Sweet Liars

    S6:E20

    With the stalker threatening to kill all of them if they don’t divulge Charlotte’s killer by the election, the PLLs and company, at wit’s end, must boldly fight back. As Spencer and Toby work together to catch Sara Harvey, Yvonne wonders where Toby’s true affections lie. Ezra finishes the last chapter of his book, finally ready to say goodbye to Nicole; Aria comforts him during this emotional time and old feelings bubble to the surface. While Caleb works intently on his plan to protect Hanna, they reflect on what could have been. Meanwhile, Alison experiences strange visions and starts to question her sanity; Emily keeps tabs on her to make sure she’s okay.

    Director:Ron Lagomarsino
    Writer:I. Marlene King

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  7. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 9 - March of Crimes
    5.8/10(6 votes)

    #7 - March of Crimes

    S5:E9

    Hanna's drinking gets out of control; Emily looks for information linking Alison to Noel.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writers:Maya Goldsmith, Oliver Goldstick

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  8. Pretty Little Liars Season 7 Episode 2 - Bedlam
    5.8/10(4 votes)

    #8 - Bedlam

    S7:E2

    With the fallout of Hanna’s abduction still weighing heavily on the PLLs, the Liars begin to grow suspicious of Elliott Rollins as Ali’s condition worsens. Tensions rise between Liam, Aria and Ezra as they work on the book together. Spencer and Caleb are on edge, as neither of them want to talk about the awkward elephant in the room. Meanwhile, Emily receives a disturbing phone call and tries to find a way to see Ali.

    Director:Tawnia McKiernan
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  9. Pretty Little Liars Season 7 Episode 6 - Wanted: Dead or Alive
    5.8/10(4 votes)

    #9 - Wanted: Dead or Alive

    S7:E6

    The Rosewood P.D. begins to unravel the Liars’ cover-up, which leads them to question Rollins’ death altogether. Hanna deals with an inward battle on whether or not to tell the cops the truth, while Ezria struggles with an awkwardness in their relationship. Jenna reveals part of her plot and a new partner she is in cahoots with. Ali learns that the Liars gave her up as Charlotte’s killer in order to free Hanna, which does not go over well. Meanwhile, someone is murdered for playing with the wrong team.

    Director:Bethany Rooney
    Writer:Lijah J. Barasz

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  10. Pretty Little Liars Season 7 Episode 13 - Hold Your Piece
    5.8/10(4 votes)

    #10 - Hold Your Piece

    S7:E13

    Hanna is sure Jenna is to blame for a recent professional setback and is forced to bring Caleb up to speed on current events. Aria and Emily team up to investigate Sydney for more information about Jenna and her connection to A.D. Spencer grows closer to Detective Furey, while Aria struggles with her current situation with Ezra. Hanna’s turn at the game is more intense than she bargained for and leads to shocking consequences.

    Director:Marta Cunningham
    Writer:Bryan M. Holdman

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  11. Pretty Little Liars Season 7 Episode 19 - Farewell My Lovely
    5.8/10(4 votes)

    #11 - Farewell My Lovely

    S7:E19

    Convinced they know who A.D. is, the Liars gear up for a confrontation. Spencer, Hanna, and Caleb team up to investigate and discover new information about Charlotte’s death. Meanwhile, Mary Drake returns with a gift for Spencer and Alison.

    Director:Joseph Dougherty
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  12. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 7 - The Silence of E. Lamb
    5.9/10(6 votes)

    #12 - The Silence of E. Lamb

    S5:E7

    Aria searches for information on a patient; Spencer borrows Ezra's spy equipment.

    Director:Joshua Butler
    Writer:Bryan M. Holdman

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  13. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 3 - Surfing the Aftershocks
    6.0/10(6 votes)

    #13 - Surfing the Aftershocks

    S5:E3

    Alison struggles with the death of her mother, as the Liars try to navigate through her new lie.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  14. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 14 - How the 'A' Stole Christmas
    6.0/10(3 votes)

    #14 - How the 'A' Stole Christmas

    S5:E14

    The girls are not feeling merry at Christmas because Spencer's murder charge looms over them. Things improve though after they see an opportunity to gather evidence to clear her name.

    Director:I. Marlene King
    Writers:I. Marlene King, Kyle Bown

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  15. Pretty Little Liars Season 6 Episode 6 - No Stone Unturned
    6.0/10(4 votes)

    #15 - No Stone Unturned

    S6:E6

    With all signs pointing to Lesli as the tormentor in the hoodie, the PLLs are on a mission to get concrete proof before bringing their findings to the police. But as the girls ramp up their investigation, "A’s" threats escalate. Meanwhile, a friend of Emily’s makes her a surprising offer, and Spencer is pressured by her family to make an important decision.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writers:Maya Goldsmith, Oliver Goldstick

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  16. Pretty Little Liars Season 6 Episode 13 - The Gloves Are On
    6.0/10(4 votes)

    #16 - The Gloves Are On

    S6:E13

    Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer find themselves back in familiar territory with the Rosewood P.D. knocking at their doors looking for answers and their actions now affecting the loved ones around them. With her mother's job on the line, Hanna tries to come up with an alibi that could save all four of them with the help of her old high school friend, Lucas. Meanwhile, Emily comes clean about the last five years, and Aria goes the extra mile to keep Ezra's second book in play with her boss.

    Director:Kimberly McCullough
    Writers:Maya Goldsmith, Oliver Goldstick

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  17. Pretty Little Liars Season 7 Episode 9 - The Wrath of Kahn
    6.0/10(4 votes)

    #17 - The Wrath of Kahn

    S7:E9

    One of the PLLs goes rogue to prove that Noel Kahn is Uber A, while the others try to find evidence to back her theory and worry about her emotional state. Emily unexpectedly turns to Paige for comfort in her time of need, which causes tension in her other relationships. Jason and Aria team up to look into Mary’s past and what she might be hiding.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Jonell Lennon

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  18. Pretty Little Liars Season 3 Episode 9 - The Kahn Game
    6.1/10(9 votes)

    #18 - The Kahn Game

    S3:E9

    After Spencer turns in desperation to Cece for help with her college application, she and Aria may find some answers at the Kahn brothers' party.

    Director:Wendey Stanzler
    Writer:Lijah J. Barasz

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  19. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 1 - EscApe from New York
    6.1/10(7 votes)

    #19 - EscApe from New York

    S5:E1

    Aria watches over Ezra at the hospital, while Alison and the others set a trap for "A."

    Director:Norman Buckley
    Writer:I. Marlene King

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  20. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 2 - Whirly Girly
    6.1/10(6 votes)

    #20 - Whirly Girly

    S5:E2

    Emily, Spencer and Hanna try to adjust to the new normal; Kenneth searches for Jessica.

    Director:Joanna Kerns
    Writer:Oliver Goldstick

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  21. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 15 - Through a Glass, Darkly
    6.1/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Through a Glass, Darkly

    S5:E15

    The Liars try to prove that Alison was involved in Mona's death; Aria worries about her future.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writers:Lijah J. Barasz, Joseph Dougherty

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  22. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 20 - Out, Damned Spot
    6.1/10(5 votes)

    #22 - Out, Damned Spot

    S5:E20

    Aria hopes Andrew can be her tutor; Spencer helps Jonny with a new project.

    Director:Nzingha Stewart
    Writer:Lijah J. Barasz

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  23. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 4 - Thrown from the Ride
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Thrown from the Ride

    S5:E4

    Alison attempts to regain her position as leader of the gang upon her return to Rosewood High.

    Director:Janice Cooke
    Writer:Maya Goldsmith

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  24. Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 10 - A Dark Ali
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    #24 - A Dark Ali

    S5:E10

    The Liars try to prevent Alison from sending an innocent man to jail; Hanna seeks a normal life.

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writer:Lijah J. Barasz

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  25. Pretty Little Liars Season 6 Episode 4 - Don't Look Now
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    #25 - Don't Look Now

    S6:E4

    After lying to Alison and Jason about Charles, Kenneth comes clean about the family’s connection to the young boy. While he won’t give much detail about Charles’ past, he say’s enough to give the PLLs a clue of where to look for the missing pieces – Radley Sanitarium. With Radley now closed and the files shipped off to be shredded, the girls must act fast before all traces of Charles’ past disappear. Meanwhile, Caleb’s protective nature starts to pinch Hanna, and Spencer seeks a remedy for her sleeping issues.

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writer:Jonell Lennon

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Original G'A'ngsters" is the worst rated episode of "Pretty Little Liars". It scored 4.7/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Melanie Mayron and written by Kateland Brown, it aired on 8/9/2016. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "We’ve All Got Baggage".