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The Best Episodes of Shadow and Bone

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

Best episode
S1E5 Show Me Who You Are
8.44,346 votes
Worst episode
S2E8 No Funerals
7.22,640 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.0avg
Binge time
15h 12m
16 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 5 - Show Me Who You Are
    8.4/10(4346 votes)

    S1:E5

    Alina's bond with Kirigan grows as royal guests gather for her unveiling. Mal carries news about the stag. Kaz's scheme hinges on a hidden door.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 8 - No Mourners
    8.3/10(4132 votes)

    S1:E8

    In the depths of the Fold, Kirigan demonstrates the scope of Alina's powers, while the Crows cross paths with a stowaway amid a do-or-die undertaking.

    Director:Jeremy Webb
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 7 - The Unsea
    8.1/10(3741 votes)

    S1:E7

    The fate of the stag leaves Alina in an impossible position with Kirigan, whose connection to the Fold — and the power behind it — falls into place.

    Director:Jeremy Webb
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 6 - Ni Weh Sesh (I Have No Heart)
    8.1/10(2487 votes)

    S2:E6

    Alina and Mal's journey to locate the elusive third amplifier leads to shocking revelations. The Crows run into trouble while breaking and entering.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 7 - Meet You in the Meadow
    8.1/10(2474 votes)

    S2:E7

    As Alina reels over the staggering cost to harness the Firebird's power, Kirigan readies his army for a ferocious battle pitting Grisha against Grisha.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 6 - The Heart Is An Arrow
    8.0/10(3806 votes)

    S1:E6

    Furious over the Sun Summoner, Kirigan hunts for information. Alina receives a helping hand when she needs it most. Nina warms to a Grisha hunter.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 4 - Every Monstrous Thing
    8.0/10(2503 votes)

    S2:E4

    Alina considers a proposed partnership that could help unite Ravka. With vengeance nearly his, Kaz moves the final pieces of his plan into place.

    Director:Laura Belsey
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 4 - Otkazat'sya
    7.9/10(3923 votes)

    S1:E4

    As Kirigan takes Alina into his confidence, Mal volunteers for a dangerous tracking mission, and the Crows plot a heist to get into the Little Palace.

    Director:Dan Liu
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 3 - The Making at the Heart of the World
    7.7/10(4045 votes)

    S1:E3

    Ensconced in the lap of luxury among the Grisha, Alina begins her training. The Crows — Kaz, Inej and Jesper — prepare for their risky journey.

    Director:Dan Liu
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 5 - Yuyeh Sesh (Despise Your Heart)
    7.6/10(2363 votes)

    S2:E5

    Alina's connection to Kirigan grows increasingly unstable after his latest strike. The Crows head to Shu Han on a mission to retrieve a legendary sword.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 2 - Rusalye
    7.6/10(2550 votes)

    S2:E2

    Alina and Mal embark on a search for the second amplifier. Kaz hatches a scheme to lay waste to his nemesis. Kirigan seeks a cure for what ails him.

    Director:Bola Ogun
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 2 - We're All Someone's Monster
    7.6/10(4289 votes)

    S1:E2

    Alina's actions against the Volcra bring her to the attention of General Kirigan. Kaz runs into trouble while looking for safe passage across the Fold.

    Director:Lee Toland Krieger
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Shadow and Bone Season 1 Episode 1 - A Searing Burst of Light
    7.6/10(4897 votes)

    S1:E1

    Unwilling to be separated from Mal, Alina hatches a plan to join him on a perilous expedition through the Fold. Kaz chases a lead on a lucrative job.

    Director:Lee Toland Krieger
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 3 - Like Calls to Like
    7.5/10(2442 votes)

    S2:E3

    A powerful ally emerges amid Alina's attempt to tear down the Fold. Kaz reckons with ghosts from his past. Kirigan spares no mercy to expand his power.

    Director:Laura Belsey
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 1 - No Shelter But Me
    7.4/10(2786 votes)

    S2:E1

    On the run and plagued by nightmares, Alina finds a moment of peace with Mal. Trouble awaits Kaz, Inej and Jesper upon their return to Ketterdam.

    Director:Bola Ogun
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 8 - No Funerals
    7.2/10(2640 votes)

    S2:E8

    Forced into an impossible situation during her fight with Kirigan, Alina makes a fateful decision that alters her relationship with magic — and Mal.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Show Me Who You Are" is the best rated episode of Shadow and Bone. It scored 8.4/10 from 4,346 votes. Directed by Mairzee Almas and written by Unknown, it aired on April 23, 2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "No Mourners".

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