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The Best Episodes of Sweet Magnolias

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

The Best Episodes of Sweet Magnolias

Lifelong friends Maddie, Helen and Dana Sue lift each other as they juggle relationships, family and careers in the small, Southern town of Serenity.

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  1. Background image for Storms and Rainbows
    8.2/10(391 votes)

    #1 - Storms and Rainbows

    S1:E10

    As prom night approaches, Maddie comes to a decision about Cal, Dana Sue scrambles to secure her future, and Helen calls an emergency margarita session.

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    8.2/10(211 votes)

    #2 - Save My Place

    S3:E10

    Erik makes a decision about his future. Miss Paula announces her new plan. The town turns out to celebrate a happy couple, but an unwanted guest appears.

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  3. Background image for How Great Thou Art
    8.1/10(113 votes)

    #3 - How Great Thou Art

    S4:E4

    The Townsend kids process a sudden revelation. Maddie asserts her boundaries at home, while Helen helps the mayor get ahead of the town's rumor mill.

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    8.1/10(103 votes)

    #4 - True North

    S4:E5

    Torn between duty and desire, Ty follows his heart. Serenity hunkers down as a massive storm makes landfall. Erik risks everything in the name of love.

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  5. Background image for Ring That Bell
    8.1/10(98 votes)

    #5 - Ring That Bell

    S4:E6

    Cal and the restaurant staff scramble to feed the town. A viral video puts Maddie in the spotlight. Helen kisses and tells with an extra-spicy story.

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    8.0/10(318 votes)

    #6 - What Fools These Mortals Be

    S1:E8

    As Bill makes a series of bad decisions that impact those closest to him, Noreen attends Kyle's play and Maddie takes a big step forward with Cal.

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  8. Background image for Abundant Grace
    8.0/10(116 votes)

    #7 - Abundant Grace

    S4:E3

    The Magnolias come together after a personal tragedy. Kyle's online hobby wins him new popularity, and a life-changing secret comes to light.

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  9. Background image for Hide and Seek
    8.0/10(100 votes)

    #8 - Hide and Seek

    S4:E7

    When the Sentinel publishes a hurtful article, Helen's damage control pours fuel on the fire. Back from Ohio, Isaac breaks bread with the Townsends.

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  10. Background image for Dance First, Think Later
    7.9/10(340 votes)

    #9 - Dance First, Think Later

    S1:E5

    Mother Nature, a clumsy contractor and Maddie's longtime rival conspire to throw the spa's big opening into chaos. Tyler helps Annie out of a jam.

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    7.9/10(325 votes)

    #10 - Where You Find Me

    S1:E9

    On the morning of the mock trial, Kyle's behavior worries everyone. Meanwhile, Dana Sue sparks a connection with a handsome farmer.

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    7.9/10(176 votes)

    #11 - Beat Me At My Own Game

    S3:E8

    Ronnie gives Kathy what she wants, but it comes at a steep price. Erik meets Jeremy and comes to a realization. The kids rally to restore a playground.

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  13. Background image for Dance Your Sugarplum Off
    7.9/10(94 votes)

    #12 - Dance Your Sugarplum Off

    S4:E9

    Cherished holiday traditions, both old and new, brighten the Christmas season for all. Maddie's recent news exposure yields an adventurous opportunity.

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    Writer:Sara Jumel
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    7.8/10(175 votes)

    #13 - A Game Of Telephone

    S3:E9

    An ex brings tensions and more to the table during a dinner with Maddie and Cal. Kyle deals with a secret admirer. Dana Sue has a change of party plans.

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    7.8/10(114 votes)

    #14 - Practical Dreams

    S4:E2

    Helen navigates a deepening crisis, while Dana Sue challenges her students to spread their culinary wings. An unexpected visitor brings important news.

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    7.8/10(100 votes)

    #15 - Walls and Doors

    S4:E8

    Ronnie's behavior worries Dana Sue. Erik reveals his private passion. A new generation of Magnolias hold their first meeting — minus the margaritas.

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    Director:Matt Drake
  17. Background image for All Best Intentions
    7.7/10(331 votes)

    #16 - All Best Intentions

    S1:E6

    Maddie worries about prying eyes when she's with Cal, a humiliated Annie feels betrayed by Tyler, and Bill surprises the kids with a special request.

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    7.7/10(320 votes)

    #17 - Hold My Hand

    S1:E7

    Maddie's coziness with Cal causes complications, Helen fights for a mock trial student, Noreen receives a welcome visitor, and Erik bonds with Isaac.

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  19. Background image for The Searchers
    7.7/10(189 votes)

    #18 - The Searchers

    S3:E3

    The competition heats up and the friendly trash talk flies as Serenity gathers for the Forager Festival. A vengeful Kathy cooks up a couple of schemes.

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  20. Background image for And a Star to Steer Her By
    7.7/10(179 votes)

    #19 - And a Star to Steer Her By

    S3:E6

    Friends rally around Harlan after a crisis. Maddie and Dana Sue hire an esthetician. While at odds with the Magnolias, Helen receives heartbreaking news.

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    7.7/10(110 votes)

    #20 - Do Not Be Afraid

    S4:E10

    Serenity gathers for its annual festival. As relationships blossom and new plans abound, the Magnolias ponder the next chapter in their evolving stories.

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  22. Background image for Lay It All Down
    7.6/10(343 votes)

    #21 - Lay It All Down

    S1:E4

    The town's tongues start wagging over Maddie's new friend, Dana Sue suffers a health scare, and Helen takes a legal threat personally.

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  23. Background image for Meaning To Tell You
    7.6/10(197 votes)

    #22 - Meaning To Tell You

    S3:E1

    After the incident at the restaurant, an unlikely ally offers to help Cal. Helen shares her painful secret and Maddie grills Ty about a rumor.

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    7.6/10(169 votes)

    #23 - Be Bold

    S3:E4

    Peggy digs into the mayor's activities after his announcement. Dana Sue learns the reason behind Miss Frances' gift. Helen gives CeCe another option.

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    7.6/10(174 votes)

    #24 - On This Foundation

    S3:E5

    Mary Vaughn drops a bombshell on Bill and Kyle. Annie has the shindig of her dreams - until a party crasher arrives. Erik meets a Serenity newcomer.

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  26. Background image for Somebody I'm Longing To See
    7.6/10(179 votes)

    #25 - Somebody I'm Longing To See

    S3:E7

    A devastated Helen finds comfort in her family away from Serenity. Bill hopes to be more involved in Rebecca's life. Dana Sue walks into a total mess.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Storms and Rainbows" is the best rated episode of "Sweet Magnolias". It scored 8.2/10 based on 391 votes. Directed by Norman Buckley and written by Sheryl J. Anderson, it aired on 5/19/2020. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Save My Place".