8.2/10362 votesLoading...#1 - Storms and Rainbows
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/19/2020
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Sheryl J. Anderson
8.2/10175 votesLoading...#2 - Save My Place
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Sheryl J. Anderson, Sara Jumel
8.0/10295 votesLoading...#3 - What Fools These Mortals Be
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/19/2020
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.
Director: Laura Nisbet Peters
Writer: Francesca Butler
7.9/10313 votesLoading...#4 - Dance First, Think Later
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/19/2020
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Caron Tschampion
7.9/10299 votesLoading...#5 - Where You Find Me
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/19/2020
On the morning of the mock trial, Kyle's behavior worries everyone. Meanwhile, Dana Sue sparks a connection with a handsome farmer.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Caron Tschampion
7.9/10150 votesLoading...#6 - Beat Me At My Own Game
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Joy T. Lane
Writer: Shani Am. Moore
7.8/10209 votesLoading...#7 - Dear Heart
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 2/4/2022
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.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Shani Am. Moore
7.8/10147 votesLoading...#8 - A Game Of Telephone
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Barret Helms
7.7/10308 votesLoading...#9 - All Best Intentions
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/19/2020
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Shelley Meals
7.7/10298 votesLoading...#10 - Hold My Hand
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/19/2020
Maddie's coziness with Cal causes complications, Helen fights for a mock trial student, Noreen receives a welcome visitor, and Erik bonds with Isaac.
Director: Laura Nisbet Peters
Writer: Anthony Epling
7.7/10209 votesLoading...#11 - Find It in Your Heart
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 2/4/2022
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Anthony Epling
7.7/10198 votesLoading...#12 - The Rules of the Game
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 2/4/2022
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.
Director: Yangzom Brauen
Writer: Caron Tschampion
7.7/10163 votesLoading...#13 - The Searchers
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Lauren Petzke
Writer: Anthony Epling
7.7/10154 votesLoading...#14 - And a Star to Steer Her By
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 7/20/2023
Friends rally around Harlan after a crisis. Maddie and Dana Sue hire an esthetician. While at odds with the Magnolias, Helen receives heartbreaking news.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Anthony Epling, Caron Tschampion
7.6/10319 votesLoading...#15 - Lay It All Down
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/19/2020
The town's tongues start wagging over Maddie's new friend, Dana Sue suffers a health scare, and Helen takes a legal threat personally.
Director: Kelli Williams
Writer: Francesca Butler
7.6/10198 votesLoading...#16 - Fragile Things
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 2/4/2022
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.
Director: Yangzom Brauen
Writer: Valerie C. Woods
7.6/10243 votesLoading...#17 - If Thou Wilt, Remember
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 2/4/2022
More than margaritas are shaken up as Cal's past resurfaces, an unsavory acquaintance returns to Serenity, and Helen faces a life-changing decision.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Sheryl J. Anderson
7.6/10171 votesLoading...#18 - Meaning To Tell You
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Sheryl J. Anderson
7.6/10147 votesLoading...#19 - Be Bold
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 7/20/2023
Peggy digs into the mayor's activities after his announcement. Dana Sue learns the reason behind Miss Frances' gift. Helen gives CeCe another option.
Director: Lauren Petzke
Writer: Barret Helms
7.6/10151 votesLoading...#20 - On This Foundation
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Shani Am. Moore
7.6/10156 votesLoading...#21 - Somebody I'm Longing To See
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 7/20/2023
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.
Director: Joy T. Lane
Writer: Anthony Epling
7.5/10349 votesLoading...#22 - A United Front
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/19/2020
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.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Shelley Meals
7.5/10329 votesLoading...#23 - Give Drink to the Thirsty
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/19/2020
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.
Director: Kelli Williams
Writer: Anthony Epling
7.5/10157 votesLoading...#24 - Meet Me Where I Am
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 7/20/2023
Erik opens up to Isaac while Helen ponders her future. Over margaritas, Maddie reveals the deal she made with Cal. Dana Sue and Ronnie plan a party.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Caron Tschampion
7.4/10259 votesLoading...#25 - Casseroles and Casualties
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2/4/2022
In the waiting room, the families gather for news from the doctors, and Ty’s plans for the season change. Over margaritas, Helen shares an announcement.
Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Sheryl J. Anderson
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!
Lifelong friends Maddie, Helen and Dana Sue lift each other as they juggle relationships, family and careers in the small, Southern town of Serenity.
Genre:Drama
Network:Netflix
Best Episodes Summary
"Storms and Rainbows" is the best rated episode of "Sweet Magnolias". It scored 8.2/10 based on 362 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".