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The Best Episodes of Revolution

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

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One day, electricity just stopped working and the world was suddenly thrust back into the dark ages. Now, 15 years later, a young woman's life is dramatically changed when a local militia arrives and kills

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Revolution Season 2 Episode 15 - Dreamcatcher
    8.4/10(826 votes)

    #1 - Dreamcatcher

    S2:E15

    Aaron awakes to find himself in a world with power, married to Priscilla and running his company. As he gets the feeling that something isn't quite right, familiar faces begin to appear.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Ben Edlund

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  2. Revolution Season 1 Episode 20 - The Dark Tower
    8.3/10(948 votes)

    #2 - The Dark Tower

    S1:E20

    Life-threatening dangers abound on all sides as the Rebels infiltrate the Tower. Miles' leadership abilities and character are sorely tested as well as his feelings for Rachel and Nora. Aaron's genius comes in handy while Tom Neville and Randall Flynn bring new meaning to the dark side.

    Director:Charles Beeson
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Revolution Season 2 Episode 18 - Austin City Limits
    8.3/10(754 votes)

    #3 - Austin City Limits

    S2:E18

    Frustrated with Neville, Jason turns to Miles with crucial information about the Patriots’ next steps for Texas. Determined to derail the Patriots’ plans, Miles and Monroe rush to Austin with Jason, Charlie and Connor in tow. Meanwhile, Aaron grows suspicious of Priscilla’s increasingly unusual behavior.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Jim Barnes

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  4. Revolution Season 2 Episode 6 - Dead Man Walking
    8.2/10(831 votes)

    #4 - Dead Man Walking

    S2:E6

    As Charlie, Rachel and Gene question Monroe's true allegiance, Miles himself is weary of his former friend's intentions. Meanwhile, Aaron continues to have visions that lead to endless questions.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Revolution Season 2 Episode 9 - Everyone Says I Love You
    8.1/10(789 votes)

    #5 - Everyone Says I Love You

    S2:E9

    The relationship between Rachel and Gene remains strained as Charlie shows her mom how much she's grown. Meanwhile, Neville gives Jason a determined proclamation.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Trey Callaway

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  6. Revolution Season 1 Episode 19 - Children of Men
    8.0/10(811 votes)

    #6 - Children of Men

    S1:E19

    Rachel and Monroe battle with more than wits. Meanwhile, Miles, Charlie, Nora and Aaron get inside the Tower but Tom Neville and son Jason get shut out. Miles and Monroe once again face-off, this time even more lethally.

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writers:David Rambo, Jim Barnes

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  7. Revolution Season 1 Episode 10 - Nobody's Fault But Mine
    7.9/10(1002 votes)

    #7 - Nobody's Fault But Mine

    S1:E10

    In the gang's quest to rescue Danny, the time has come for Miles and Monroe to meet face to face. Meanwhile, on the verge of reuniting with her brother, Charlie is conflicted by a shocking discovery and Rachel tests Monroe's patience.

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writers:Monica Owusu-Breen, Matt Pitts

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  8. Revolution Season 2 Episode 5 - One Riot, One Ranger
    7.9/10(773 votes)

    #8 - One Riot, One Ranger

    S2:E5

    Aaron and Rachel speculate on the extreme effects of Nano technology, while he also confides in Cynthia. Meanwhile a figure from Miles's rugged past, Texas Ranger John Fry reemerges. Fry could be Miles' chance to bring down the Patriots in a big way, however Fry will need convincing. Charlie has a surprise for Miles and her mother, while Secretary Allenford holds a secret important to Neville.

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writers:David Rambo, Ben Edlund

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  9. Revolution Season 2 Episode 14 - Fear and Loathing
    7.9/10(689 votes)

    #9 - Fear and Loathing

    S2:E14

    With their lives in danger in New Vegas, Monroe and Connor face a difficult decision in order to survive. Back in Willoughby, Miles questions whether he can trust Neville and Jason to help take down the Patriots. Meanwhile, Aaron and Priscilla find themselves at odds over the nano code.

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writers:Anne Cofell Saunders, Matt Pitts

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  10. Revolution Season 2 Episode 21 - Memorial Day
    7.9/10(629 votes)

    #10 - Memorial Day

    S2:E21

    United by their desire to take the Patriots down, Neville and Monroe form an uneasy alliance. As Rachel comes face-to-face with the nano-tech while searching for Aaron, things don't go according to plan for Miles, Charlie and Gene when they try to steal the Patriots' supply of mustard gas.

    Director:John F. Showalter
    Writers:David Rambo, Ben Edlund

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  11. Revolution Season 2 Episode 7 - The Patriot Act
    7.8/10(713 votes)

    #11 - The Patriot Act

    S2:E7

    When Rachel discovers some unsettling truths, Miles does what he does best to overcome obstacles before him and those he cares about. Meanwhile, Charlie shares a moment with her mom as Neville and Jason continue with their struggles between father and son.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writers:Anne Cofell Saunders, Matt Pitts

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  12. Revolution Season 2 Episode 13 - Happy Endings
    7.8/10(672 votes)

    #12 - Happy Endings

    S2:E13

    Monroe leads Connor and Charlie on a risky mission, as Miles and Rachel keep an eye on things in Willoughby. Meanwhile, Neville gets a new assignment and Aaron reunites with an old friend.

    Director:Ernest R. Dickerson
    Writers:David Rambo, Trey Callaway

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  13. Revolution Season 2 Episode 19 - S#!& Happens
    7.8/10(683 votes)

    #13 - S#!& Happens

    S2:E19

    As Miles, Monroe, Charlie and Connor rush to escape Austin, a confrontation with Texas Rangers separates Miles from the group. While out searching for Miles, Charlie is confronted by Neville who demands information on Jason's whereabouts. As a wounded Miles faces increasingly hopeless circumstances, Aaron learns that the nanotech has been busy.

    Director:John F. Showalter
    Writers:Anne Cofell Saunders, David Reed

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  14. Revolution Season 1 Episode 11 - The Stand
    7.7/10(973 votes)

    #14 - The Stand

    S1:E11

    Miles leads the rebel squad out of Philadelphia and away from Monroe’s helicopters and machine guns. Meanwhile, a guilt-ridden Rachel tries to redeem herself by providing power to the rebels, but once again must leave her children, Charlie and Danny, behind. As if there wasn’t enough heat, romantic sparks ignite between Miles and Nora.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Anne Cofell Saunders

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  15. Revolution Season 1 Episode 18 - Clue
    7.7/10(812 votes)

    #15 - Clue

    S1:E18

    A captive Nora is tortured and left for dead. Monroe learns of Rachael’s attempt to reach the Tower but is unaware of her deadly plan for him. Meanwhile, Miles is desperate to find out how so many of his close associates are being brutally murdered. Later, Miles, Charlie, Neville, Jason, Hudson and Sanborn struggle to make it out of the Plains Nation to join Rachel and save her from what they believe to be certain death.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Revolution Season 2 Episode 1 - Born in the U.S.A.
    7.7/10(1020 votes)

    #16 - Born in the U.S.A.

    S2:E1

    Miles, Aaron and Rachel have found themselves in a mysterious small town, in the great nation of Texas where Rachel unexpectedly encounters an important figure from her past. Charlie finds herself on a mission in the Plains Nation while Neville and Jason search a refugee camp for a lost loved one. Meanwhile, Monroe has discovered a gritty role in his new environment.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Eric Kripke

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  17. Revolution Season 2 Episode 3 - Love Story
    7.7/10(780 votes)

    #17 - Love Story

    S2:E3

    Rachel makes a valiant attempt to rescue Miles and to escape with an ailing Tribesman's wife, while Neville and Jason are caught off-guard, assaulted by violent refugees. Charlie and Adam are at odds over what to do with Monroe. Legions of Tribesmen threaten all of Willoughby but with questionable leadership and Aaron faces death, yet again.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:David Rambo

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  18. Revolution Season 2 Episode 4 - Patriot Games
    7.7/10(774 votes)

    #18 - Patriot Games

    S2:E4

    Monroe and Charlie's dynamic begin to evolve. Meanwhile, wounds of Miles and Rachel begin to heal, yet her curiosity and heightened awareness could be her undoing. Neville's manipulation of Patriot power brokers makes Machiavelli look like a cherub and Aaron's mind works overtime awake or asleep with mind-blowing effectiveness. Rachel and Miles begin planning a resistance to what they believe might be the Patriot occupation.

    Director:Charles Beeson
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Revolution Season 2 Episode 12 - Captain Trips
    7.7/10(652 votes)

    #19 - Captain Trips

    S2:E12

    When Gene decides to assist the town of Willoughby, Rachel and Charlie feel compelled to help too as Miles and Monroe continue to join forces in order to survive.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Jim Barnes

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  20. Revolution Season 2 Episode 17 - Why We Fight
    7.7/10(660 votes)

    #20 - Why We Fight

    S2:E17

    While Dr. Porter and Miles venture into Willoughby in search of allies within the town, Monroe seizes an opportunity to surprise the Patriots. Neville’s political maneuverings put him and Jason in serious danger, as Aaron and Priscilla continue on their journey.

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:Rockne S. O'Bannon

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  21. Revolution Season 2 Episode 22 - Declaration of Independence
    7.7/10(691 votes)

    #21 - Declaration of Independence

    S2:E22

    Miles, Charlie and Monroe launch an attack on the Patriots, but must improvise a risky new plan in order to halt the oncoming war between California and Texas. Out for revenge, Neville sets his sights on President Davis. Meanwhile, Aaron and Rachel’s efforts to save Priscilla from the nano-tech has unexpected consequences.

    Director:Charles Beeson
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Rockne S. O'Bannon

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  22. Revolution Season 1 Episode 17 - The Longest Day
    7.6/10(794 votes)

    #22 - The Longest Day

    S1:E17

    Romantic connections heat up between two couples -- Miles and Nora and Charlie and Jason -- but disastrous drone strikes from the Militia threaten them all. An assassination attempt on Monroe heightens his paranoia and Georgia Federation President Foster contemplates surrender. Meanwhile, Rachel and Aaron push through the Plains Nation into Colorado.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Anne Cofell Saunders

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  23. Revolution Season 2 Episode 2 - There Will Be Blood
    7.6/10(820 votes)

    #23 - There Will Be Blood

    S2:E2

    Miles's life is in grave danger as he finds himself in the clutches of Titus Andover. Charlie is determined to find Monroe, as Rachel and her father, Dr. Porter desperately attempt to revive Aaron. Meanwhile, Neville hatches a plan to infiltrate the Patriots.

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:Paul Grellong

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  24. Revolution Season 2 Episode 8 - Come Blow Your Horn
    7.6/10(701 votes)

    #24 - Come Blow Your Horn

    S2:E8

    As Miles and the gang try to escape the perils of their current situation, Rachel and Gene continue to struggle with their relationship, which affects Charlie. Meanwhile, Neville takes a gamble with the Patriots.

    Director:Charles Beeson
    Writer:Rockne S. O'Bannon

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  25. Revolution Season 2 Episode 10 - Three Amigos
    7.6/10(690 votes)

    #25 - Three Amigos

    S2:E10

    When Miles leads Monroe and Rachel south of the border; they're met with much more than they bargained for as Neville and Julia dance a delicate dance. Meanwhile, Charlie and Gene continue their search for Aaron.

    Director:Charles Beeson
    Writers:Anne Cofell Saunders, David Rambo

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Best Episodes Summary

"Dreamcatcher" is the best rated episode of "Revolution". It scored 8.4/10 based on 826 votes. Directed by Roxann Dawson and written by Paul Grellong, Ben Edlund, it aired on 3/5/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Dark Tower".