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The Worst Episodes of The Circle

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Status and strategy collide in this social experiment and competition show where online players flirt, befriend and catfish their way toward $100,000.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Circle Season 7 Episode 11 - Incoming Call
    5.9/10(70 votes)

    #1 - Incoming Call

    S7:E11

    Things get heated in the chat after an emotional blocking. A player begins a campaign to take down an ex-ally. Messages from home motivate the group.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Circle Season 3 Episode 3 - Identity Theft
    6.1/10(183 votes)

    #2 - Identity Theft

    S3:E3

    After a pivotal vote, the group grapples with a wave of skepticism. Two new players join the Circle. A flashback photo game reveals new truths.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Circle Season 7 Episode 12 - It's Giving Season
    6.2/10(64 votes)

    #3 - It's Giving Season

    S7:E12

    Players rush to secure alliances before the final ratings. An awards game offers one last chance to throw shade. The secret super influencer is named.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Circle Season 7 Episode 10 - A Circle Trilogy
    6.4/10(66 votes)

    #4 - A Circle Trilogy

    S7:E10

    As new alliances emerge, two players deepen their connection. With ratings looming, a spirited game uncovers what the group can't live without.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Circle Season 3 Episode 12 - The Final Stretch
    6.6/10(122 votes)

    #5 - The Final Stretch

    S3:E12

    The final blocking draws closer, but not before a suite of emotional messages arrive. Also, the players start to sweat during a savage round of Q&A.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Circle Season 5 Episode 2 - An Unlikely Team Emerges
    6.6/10(101 votes)

    #6 - An Unlikely Team Emerges

    S5:E2

    After a shocking vote, two players get a big surprise. A funny new face has the chat laughing, while strategic cliques start to form behind the scenes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Circle Season 6 Episode 1 - New City Who Dis?
    6.6/10(89 votes)

    #7 - New City Who Dis?

    S6:E1

    First impressions are everything in Atlanta as players join The Circle, fire up the chat and find allies. But suspicions swirl when ratings are revealed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Circle Season 5 Episode 1 - Single and Ready to Mingle
    6.7/10(121 votes)

    #8 - Single and Ready to Mingle

    S5:E1

    Eight players kick things off by discussing go-to dance moves, past relationships and more. First impressions form fast, so every emoji counts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Circle Season 5 Episode 3 - I Can't Believe I Just Sent That…
    6.7/10(99 votes)

    #9 - I Can't Believe I Just Sent That…

    S5:E3

    One player opens up in a game of Truth Or Dare while another sets off catfish alarm bells. Two potential couples get their Circle flirt on.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Circle Season 7 Episode 2 - It's MY Party…
    6.7/10(69 votes)

    #10 - It's MY Party…

    S7:E2

    A twisty blocking shocks everyone, and two new faces enter the chat. The invite list for a VIP party ignites tension and creates new rivalries.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Circle Season 3 Episode 11 - Choosing Sides
    6.8/10(124 votes)

    #11 - Choosing Sides

    S3:E11

    After a bit of back and forth, the influencers agree on a block. A departing player spills some tea. Plus, the Circle goes glam for prom night!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Circle Season 7 Episode 1 - The Disruption Begins
    6.8/10(78 votes)

    #12 - The Disruption Begins

    S7:E1

    From perfect profile pics to snappy hashtags, players aim to make dazzling first impressions in the chat. But will a dicey quiz reveal their true colors?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Circle Season 7 Episode 9 - Help! I'm Drowning
    6.8/10(63 votes)

    #13 - Help! I'm Drowning

    S7:E9

    After an explosive blocking, two players try to unmask a scheme in the chat. An anonymous Q&A exposes a lie and stirs speculation about a catfish.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Circle Season 3 Episode 2 - A New Twist
    6.9/10(157 votes)

    #14 - A New Twist

    S3:E2

    A shocking shake-up leaves the players divided — and more confused than ever. Meanwhile, one jokester initiates a group chat with like-minded friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Circle Season 5 Episode 4 - Who to Save?
    6.9/10(97 votes)

    #15 - Who to Save?

    S5:E4

    After a dating profile game results in some bruised egos, the influencers debate a tough decision when the time comes to block someone.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Circle Season 3 Episode 4 - A Flirtatious Alliance
    7.0/10(131 votes)

    #16 - A Flirtatious Alliance

    S3:E4

    A morning chat sparks fresh flirtation, the players throw shade during an anonymous review session, and the influencers receive a last-minute alert.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Circle Season 3 Episode 5 - The Real Michelle
    7.0/10(128 votes)

    #17 - The Real Michelle

    S3:E5

    After a face-to-face blocking, a competitor stirs the pot. The Wolf Pack grows as a new alliance takes shape. Lil Yachty stops by for a rap battle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Circle Season 3 Episode 6 - A New Member of the Wolfpack
    7.0/10(122 votes)

    #18 - A New Member of the Wolfpack

    S3:E6

    An enthusiastic newbie joins the game and catches up on lingering drama. Elsewhere, the group prepares for a rating that's chock-full of surprises.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Circle Season 3 Episode 9 - Ghostbusting & Catfishing
    7.0/10(126 votes)

    #19 - Ghostbusting & Catfishing

    S3:E9

    A double-blocking bombshell leaves the players speechless. A sudden alert sheds new light on a secret reality, and an avid gamer gets ready to play.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Circle Season 3 Episode 10 - A Circle Divided
    7.0/10(127 votes)

    #20 - A Circle Divided

    S3:E10

    A player speaks the truth — and puts a target on another’s back. An alert triggers a sigh of relief, and a group chat showdown gets personal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Circle Season 4 Episode 7 - The Party Divide
    7.0/10(107 votes)

    #21 - The Party Divide

    S4:E7

    Power takes a painful turn, and an influencer deals with an in-person blocking. Two newcomers join the game including one with a familiar face.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Circle Season 4 Episode 11 - Throw to the Wolves
    7.0/10(102 votes)

    #22 - Throw to the Wolves

    S4:E11

    Who will stay after two powerful pleas? It's time to find out. The competitors pick up the brushes - and turn ruthless - during a painting session.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Circle Season 4 Episode 12 - Just When You Thought You Were Safe
    7.0/10(108 votes)

    #23 - Just When You Thought You Were Safe

    S4:E12

    Suspicions mount over one player's identity. The Circle delivers some surprise tenderness. A secret super influencer selects this season's finalists.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Circle Season 6 Episode 2 - Bro Code
    7.0/10(79 votes)

    #24 - Bro Code

    S6:E2

    With two new players in the group, one takes catfishing to another level. Bold personalities show initiative and form alliances to improve their ratings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Circle Season 6 Episode 3 - I'm Only Human…or Am I?
    7.0/10(79 votes)

    #25 - I'm Only Human…or Am I?

    S6:E3

    Mistrust breeds as the players absorb a recent revelation. After the group cracks jokes, a critical thinking test raises more questions than answers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Incoming Call" is the worst rated episode of "The Circle". It scored 5.9/10 based on 70 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/25/2024. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Identity Theft".