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The Best Episodes of Tell Me a Story Season 1

Every episode of Tell Me a Story Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Tell Me a Story Season 1!

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The world's most beloved fairy tales reimagined as a dark and twisted psychological thriller.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 8 - Chapter 8: Truth
    8.1/10(388 votes)

    S1:E8

    Jordan learns a shocking truth about the third pig. Hannah rushes back to New York City searching for Gabe, who is being held captive by an evil stranger. Kayla turns to her dad Tim when she discovers Nick's obsession may run deeper than she ever imagined.

    Director:John Scott
    Writer:Steve Stringer

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  2. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 9 - Chapter 9: Deception
    8.1/10(368 votes)

    S1:E9

    Hannah takes on Katrina's henchmen in her attempt to get Gabe to safety. Nick refuses to take no for an answer, seeing anyone in Kayla's life as a potential threat to their future happiness. Realizing he has an ally at the police department, Jordan tries to let go of his obsession for revenge.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Heather Zuhlke

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  3. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter 5: Madness
    7.9/10(406 votes)

    S1:E5

    Gabe leads Hannah to an unwelcome figure from their past. Armed with the identity of two of the pigs, Jordan presses on to find the third. Nick decides he must find a way to put an end to Ethan's meddling.

    Director:Solvan Naim
    Writer:Heather Zuhlke

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  4. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter 6: Guilt
    7.9/10(385 votes)

    S1:E6

    Kayla spends a day in the city with Nick, gaining a new perspective on not only their relationship but her future. Eddie nears a breaking point due to Jordan's relentless torment but Mitch offers Eddie a solution. A vulnerable Hannah and Gabe are blindsided.

    Director:Jeff T. Thomas
    Writer:Mary Leah Sutton

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  5. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 7 - Chapter 7: Betrayal
    7.9/10(382 votes)

    S1:E7

    After a devastating betrayal, Hannah and Gabe find themselves lost in the woods and on the run from deadly assailants. Jordan's hunt for vengeance continues as he sets his sights on a new target. Increasingly worried about Nick's erratic behavior, Kayla and Laney decide to investigate his past. Meanwhile, Tim grows closer to colleague Katrina.

    Director:Millicent Shelton
    Writer:Andrea Thornton Bolden

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  6. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 10 - Chapter 10: Forgiveness
    7.8/10(385 votes)

    S1:E10

    Hannah takes the fight to Katrina, culminating in a final showdown as she tries to free Gabe. Afraid of what an unhinged Josh is capable of, Kayla breaks off from Tim and the police to try and save Colleen. Jordan reaches his breaking point with the third pig.

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writers:Mary Leah Sutton, Kevin Williamson

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  7. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter 3: Greed
    7.5/10(438 votes)

    S1:E3

    Fed up with the police's investigation, Jordan's need for answers quickly veers towards obsession. Kayla is determined to keep her and Nick's relationship a secret, but Ethan's jealousy threatens to derail her plans. Hannah makes a stunning discovery about Dan.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Hollie Overton

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  8. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter 4: Rage
    7.4/10(401 votes)

    S1:E4

    When the police fail to act, Jordan takes matters in his own hands and pursues the littlest pig Eddie in hopes it will lead to the other two. While her relationship with Nick deepens, Kayla goes against her better judgment and decides to give friendship with Ethan another chance. After a series of disturbing incidents, Hannah and Gabe flee town.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Kim Clements

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  9. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter 2: Loss
    7.2/10(492 votes)

    S1:E2

    Jordan helps the police pinpoint one of the robbers of a jewelry heist while Eddie realizes things are worse than he imagined.

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writers:Eduardo Javier Canto, Ryan Maldonado

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  10. Tell Me a Story Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter 1: Hope
    6.9/10(709 votes)

    S1:E1

    Troubled teen Kayla and her dad, Tim, try to make a fresh start at grandmother Colleen's home. Estranged siblings Gabe and Hannah are reunited under extreme circumstances. Jordan and his girlfriend Beth can't see eye-to-eye on their future together.

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Chapter 8: Truth" is the best rated episode of "Tell Me a Story" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 388 votes. Directed by John Scott and written by Steve Stringer, it aired on 12/20/2018. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter 9: Deception".