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The Best Episodes of Roswell, New Mexico

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After reluctantly returning to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, New Mexico, the daughter of undocumented immigrants discovers a shocking truth about her teenage crush who is now a police officer—he’s an alien who has kept

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    Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 13 - Recovering the Satellites
    8.5/10(459 votes)

    #1 - Recovering the Satellites

    S1:E13

    Max and Michael find themselves at an impasse over how to deal with the 4th alien. Liz has a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor. Kyle spirals after uncovering a dark secret about his father’s death. And Michael is forced to make a difficult decision about his future.

    Director:Julie Plec
    Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna

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  2. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 12 - Creep
    8.4/10(417 votes)

    #2 - Creep

    S1:E12

    When a major revelation comes to light, Max, Michael and Isobel clash over how to deal with the fallout. Elsewhere, Alex uncovers a secret about Project Shepard and enlists Kyle and Michael’s help looking into it.

    Director:Dawn Wilkinson
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Steve Stringer

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  3. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 6 - Smells Like Teen Spirit
    8.3/10(546 votes)

    #3 - Smells Like Teen Spirit

    S1:E6

    In a series of flashbacks to 2008, secrets are uncovered about Rosa’s final day, Isobel’s mysterious blackouts and Alex and Michael’s relationship in high school.

    Director:Tim Andrew
    Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna

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  4. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 11 - Champagne Supernova
    8.3/10(404 votes)

    #4 - Champagne Supernova

    S1:E11

    As the town prepares for the UFO Emporium Re-opening Gala, Liz and team find themselves on a collision course with an unlikely enemy.

    Director:Edward Ornelas
    Writers:Cori Uchida, Adam Lash

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  5. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 13 - Never Let You Go
    8.3/10(188 votes)

    #5 - Never Let You Go

    S3:E13

    The ultimate showdown with Jones is finally here and Liz must trust herself if she is going to the save the man she loves.

    Director:Lance Anderson
    Writer:Christopher Hollier

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  6. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 10 - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing
    8.2/10(442 votes)

    #6 - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing

    S1:E10

    Frustrated by her inability to remember what happened the night Rosa died, Isobel turns to Liz for help regaining her memories. Elsewhere, Max and Cameron investigate a series of strange deaths in the town, while Sheriff Valenti reveals information to Kyle about his father.

    Director:Lance Anderson
    Writers:Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano

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  7. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 9 - Songs About Texas
    8.1/10(482 votes)

    #7 - Songs About Texas

    S1:E9

    Max and Michael travel to Texas to visit a faith healer, who may be able to shed some light on the alien symbol Max has been researching. Meanwhile, Maria and Liz pay a visit to the same faith healer in hopes of finding a cure for Maria’s ailing mother. Elsewhere, Alex and Kyle look into what Sargent Manes may be hiding.

    Director:Shiri Appleby
    Writers:Sabir Pirzada, Miguel Nolla

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  8. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 5 - Don't Speak
    8.0/10(542 votes)

    #8 - Don't Speak

    S1:E5

    Max and Michael begin to worry about Isobel after a series of mysterious blackouts cause her to spiral. Liz turns to Grant Green for help when she learns that he may have witnessed something strange on the night Rosa died. Meanwhile, Kyle and Alex uncover a secret that Kyle’s father had been keeping from everyone.

    Director:Jeffrey G. Hunt
    Writers:Cori Uchida, Adam Lash

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  9. Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 Episode 8 - Barely Breathing
    8.0/10(460 votes)

    #9 - Barely Breathing

    S1:E8

    With Isobel’s life hanging in the balance, Liz and Michael frantically search for a way to help her. Max turns to his mom Ann about the origins of the alien symbol. Finally, Alex turns the tables on Sergeant Manes.

    Director:Ruba Nadda
    Writers:Glenn Farrington, Kamran Pasha

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  10. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 3 - Good Mother
    8.0/10(292 votes)

    #10 - Good Mother

    S2:E3

    Determined to regain control of her life in the aftermath of Noah's death, Isobel makes a risky choice despite its potential consequences. Alex and Michael work together to unravel the mystery surrounding the night Nora's spaceship crashed in 1947.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 4 - What If God Was One of Us?
    8.0/10(278 votes)

    #11 - What If God Was One of Us?

    S2:E4

    On the verge of a breakthrough in her quest to save Max, Liz turns to Kyle for one last favor that could potentially land him in hot water. Michael and Alex's investigation into Nora leads them to a farm, where they meet a historian named Forrest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 5 - I'll Stand By You
    8.0/10(264 votes)

    #12 - I'll Stand By You

    S2:E5

    The discovery of some complications with Max's pod forces Liz, Michael and Isobel to confront the possibility that they may not be able to save him. Elsewhere, Maria and Alex make amends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 12 - Crash Into Me
    8.0/10(248 votes)

    #13 - Crash Into Me

    S2:E12

    As the town prepares for CrashCon, Liz and Max attempt to piece together who may be behind a potentially deadly plan targeting the festival; Maria and Isobel take drastic measure to learn more about the night Mimi disappeared.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 4 - Walk on the Ocean
    8.0/10(195 votes)

    #14 - Walk on the Ocean

    S3:E4

    Isobel and Maria take a trip together to look for answers. Kyle receives a message from his past. Michael makes a disturbing discovery.

    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Onalee Hunter

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  15. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 7 - Goodnight Elizabeth
    8.0/10(171 votes)

    #15 - Goodnight Elizabeth

    S3:E7

    Liz's plan does not go as expected, putting herself, Isobel and Michael in danger. Meanwhile, Eduardo confides in Alex.

    Director:Heather Hemmens
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Kristen Haynes

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  16. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 10 - Angels of the Silences
    8.0/10(169 votes)

    #16 - Angels of the Silences

    S3:E10

    Liz and Max race to find Heath in the hopes that he can help find a way to get Jones out of Max's body. Meanwhile, Michael and Isobel try to get through to Dallas.

    Director:Lauren Petzke
    Writers:Onalee Hunter, Danny Tolli

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  17. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 12 - I Ain't Goin' Out Like That
    8.0/10(156 votes)

    #17 - I Ain't Goin' Out Like That

    S3:E12

    Isobel helps Kyle save a life. Jones needs something from Michael. Liz and Heath continue to work on the science in the hopes of stopping Jones. Everyone is working together to try and defeat the dictator.

    Director:Lance Anderson
    Writers:Isabel Nelson, Danny Tolli

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  18. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 9 - The Diner
    7.9/10(251 votes)

    #18 - The Diner

    S2:E9

    After uncovering a surprising connection to their past, Michael and Isobel learn the painful truth about the night Tripp attacked their mothers. Meanwhile, Alex confronts his father about their troubled family history. Elsewhere, Kyle’s first date with Steph takes an awkward turn after Liz inadvertently becomes a third wheel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 10 - American Woman
    7.9/10(257 votes)

    #19 - American Woman

    S2:E10

    After uncovering a cryptic message from the past, Alex, Isobel, Max, Michael and Maria set out in search of answers at the reservation where Alex’s mother grew up. Meanwhile, Cameron encourages Liz to reach out to someone from her past after Auturo gets detained.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 3 - Black Hole Sun
    7.9/10(188 votes)

    #20 - Black Hole Sun

    S3:E3

    Liz confronts Max. Maria is desperate to figure out the mystery of her vision and Isobel is learning more about her abilities. Meanwhile, Kyle has a strange encounter and Michael is fueled by his anger.

    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writers:Eva McKenna, Onalee Hunter

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  21. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 8 - Say It Ain't So
    7.8/10(262 votes)

    #21 - Say It Ain't So

    S2:E8

    Despite promising Liz that he’ll take things easy with his new heart, Max sets out to find Cameron after learning that she’s gone missing. Michael grows concerned about Maria after a surprising discovery about her family history leaves her vulnerable. Elsewhere, ready to move on, Alex goes on a date with Forrest, and Rosa makes a decision about her future.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Roswell, New Mexico Season 2 Episode 13 - Mr. Jones
    7.8/10(257 votes)

    #22 - Mr. Jones

    S2:E13

    Having realized that a deadly threat has infiltrated CrashCon, and with Max facing immediate danger, Liz and Isobel must make a heart-wrenching choice; Kyle faces a moral dilemma when the enemy requires medical attention.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Episode 8 - Free Your Mind
    7.8/10(193 votes)

    #23 - Free Your Mind

    S3:E8

    Liz needs Rosa's help. Maria learns what Jones wants from her. Michael and Alex team up to help save Max.

    Director:Ben Hernandez Bray
    Writers:Joel Anderson Thompson, Ashley Charbonnet

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  24. Roswell, New Mexico Season 4 Episode 4 - Dear Mama
    7.8/10(114 votes)

    #24 - Dear Mama

    S4:E4

    Liz's work to find out more about a found skin sample hits a roadblock. Meanwhile, Michael continues to gain Bonnie's trust, but Clyde may not be as easily persuaded. Also, Isobel finally finds the courage to be honest with Anatsa and Maria suffers a devastating loss.

    Director:Ben Hernandez Bray
    Writers:Onalee Hunter, Ashley Charbonnet

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  25. Roswell, New Mexico Season 4 Episode 5 - You Get What You Give
    7.8/10(114 votes)

    #25 - You Get What You Give

    S4:E5

    Max's secrets may have a devastating outcome for Liz meanwhile, Maria helps Dallas in his search for answers and Michael makes an unsettling discovery about himself.

    Director:Christine Swanson
    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Kristen Haynes

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Best Episodes Summary

"Recovering the Satellites" is the best rated episode of "Roswell, New Mexico". It scored 8.5/10 based on 459 votes. Directed by Julie Plec and written by Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna, it aired on 4/23/2019. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Creep".