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The Best Episodes of Swamp Thing

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

CDC researcher Abby Arcane investigates what seems to be a deadly swamp-born virus in a small town in Louisiana but she soon discovers that the swamp holds mystical and terrifying secrets. When unexplainable and chilling horrors emerge from the murky marsh, no one is safe.

Genres:MysterySci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Network:DC Universe

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Swamp Thing" is "Pilot", rated 8.3/10 from 3371 user votes. It was directed by Len Wiseman and written by Mark Verheiden, Gary Dauberman. "Pilot" aired on 5/31/2019 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Worlds Apart".

  • Pilot
    8.3/10 3,371 votes

    #1 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/31/2019

    Something unnatural is happening in the swamps outside Marais, Louisiana. When a mysterious illness strikes the town, CDC investigator (and former Marais native) Abby Arcane is sent to investigate.

    Director: Len Wiseman

    Writer: Mark Verheiden, Gary Dauberman

  • Worlds Apart
    8.3/10 2,537 votes

    #2 - Worlds Apart

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/7/2019

    Certain that Alec's disappearance is more than an accident, Abby and Matt venture into the swamp, where she encounters Swamp Thing. Scientist Jason Woodrue comes to Marais.

    Director: Len Wiseman

    Writer: Mark Verheiden, Doris Egan

  • The Anatomy Lesson
    8.2/10 1,367 votes

    #3 - The Anatomy Lesson

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 7/26/2019

    While Abby and Liz track down the secret Conclave facility, Jason Woodrue conducts experiments on Swamp Thing and makes an incredible discovery.

    Director: Michael Goi

    Writer: N/A

  • He Speaks
    7.9/10 1,942 votes

    #4 - He Speaks

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/14/2019

    When her friend and co-worker is stricken with the green flu, Abby searches Alec’s lab for a cure, but instead finds the latest supernatural reanimation from the Rot.

    Director: Deran Sarafian

    Writer: Rob Fresco

  • Darkness on the Edge of Town
    7.9/10 1,725 votes

    #5 - Darkness on the Edge of Town

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/21/2019

    While Swamp Thing senses a growing darkness within the swamp, Abby’s return dredges up her dark history with the Sunderlands. We learn more about the mysterious Dan Cassidy.

    Director: Carol Banker

    Writer: Kay Reindl, Erin Maher

  • Drive All Night
    7.8/10 1,571 votes

    #6 - Drive All Night

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/28/2019

    While Swamp Thing struggles to come to terms with his transformation with the help of a Phantom Stranger, Jason Woodrue shares a revelation with Avery Sunderland.

    Director: Greg Beeman

    Writer: Franklin jin Rho

  • The Price You Pay
    7.8/10 1,465 votes

    #7 - The Price You Pay

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/5/2019

    While Swamp Thing finds a new way to communicate with Abby, Matt learns the truth about Alec Holland and Avery pressures Woodrue to deliver results.

    Director: Toa Fraser

    Writer: Tania Lotia

  • Brilliant Disguise
    7.8/10 1,420 votes

    #8 - Brilliant Disguise

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 7/12/2019

    While Maria meets with the shadowy finance group known as the Conclave, Lucilia leads Avery out into the swamp under false pretenses.

    Director: Alexis Ostrander

    Writer: Rob Fresco, Andrew Preston

  • Loose Ends
    7.8/10 1,289 votes

    #9 - Loose Ends

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 8/2/2019

    Still reeling from the revelation of the truth behind his existence, Swamp Thing goes on the offensive against Ellery's mercenary team hunting him; Abby comes up against Jason Woodrue, who has crossed the line to save his wife's life.

    Director: Deran Sarafian

    Writer: N/A

  • Long Walk Home
    7.6/10 1,326 votes

    #10 - Long Walk Home

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 7/19/2019

    After a harrowing journey of survival through the swamp, Avery comes face to face with Swamp Thing, who rescues the injured man and helps his recovery.

    Director: E.L. Katz

    Writer: Doris Egan