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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. 8.2/10(388 votes)

    #1 - Storms and Rainbows

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    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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  2. 8.2/10(206 votes)

    #2 - Save My Place

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    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. 8.0/10(316 votes)

    #3 - What Fools These Mortals Be

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    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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  4. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - The Other Side of the Veil

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    S4:E1

    Bubbly in hand, the Magnolias toast to the future. The restaurant hosts an elegant event, and a festive Halloween party conjures up bewitching surprises.

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  5. 8.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Do Not Be Afraid

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    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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  6. 7.9/10(337 votes)

    #6 - Dance First, Think Later

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    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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  8. 7.9/10(323 votes)

    #7 - Where You Find Me

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    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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  9. 7.9/10(171 votes)

    #8 - Beat Me At My Own Game

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    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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  10. 7.8/10(227 votes)

    #9 - Dear Heart

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    S2:E9

    Friends gather to plan a celebration of life. Meanwhile, counseling is off to a rocky start for Ronnie and Dana Sue, and Isaac meets his birth father.

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  11. 7.8/10(170 votes)

    #10 - A Game Of Telephone

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    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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  12. 7.7/10(328 votes)

    #11 - All Best Intentions

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    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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  13. 7.7/10(318 votes)

    #12 - Hold My Hand

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    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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  14. 7.7/10(227 votes)

    #13 - Find It in Your Heart

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    S2:E6

    When the mayor won’t see them, the Magnolias take their plans to the next level. At karaoke, Helen and Erik give the town something to talk about.

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  15. 7.7/10(185 votes)

    #14 - The Searchers

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    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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  16. 7.7/10(175 votes)

    #15 - And a Star to Steer Her By

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    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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  17. 7.6/10(340 votes)

    #16 - Lay It All Down

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    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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  18. 7.6/10(215 votes)

    #17 - Fragile Things

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    S2:E7

    New beginnings abound as Serenity welcomes Noreen’s baby, Isaac's birth mother tells him her whole story, and Erik reveals his painful past to Helen.

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  19. 7.6/10(218 votes)

    #18 - The Rules of the Game

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    S2:E8

    As the recall petition quickly picks up steam, Maddie and Cal attend a black-tie charity fundraiser and Ronnie presses Dana Sue to make up her mind.

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  20. 7.6/10(265 votes)

    #19 - If Thou Wilt, Remember

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    S2:E10

    More than margaritas are shaken up as Cal's past resurfaces, an unsavory acquaintance returns to Serenity, and Helen faces a life-changing decision.

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  21. 7.6/10(193 votes)

    #20 - Meaning To Tell You

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    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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  22. 7.6/10(165 votes)

    #21 - Be Bold

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    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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  23. 7.6/10(170 votes)

    #22 - On This Foundation

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    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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  24. 7.6/10(174 votes)

    #23 - Somebody I'm Longing To See

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    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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  25. 7.5/10(373 votes)

    #24 - A United Front

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    S1:E2

    Maddie confers with Coach Cal about Tyler's struggles on and off the baseball field, and Helen works to put a devastated family back together.

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  26. 7.5/10(351 votes)

    #25 - Give Drink to the Thirsty

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    S1:E3

    While delays plague the trio's renovation plans, Maddie strikes a deal with Bill, Dana Sue stresses out over work and home, and Kyle opens up to Noreen.

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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 388 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".