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The Worst Episodes of The Real Housewives of Orange County

Every episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Real Housewives of Orange County!

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Real Housewives Confess: A Watch What Happens Special" is the worst rated episode of "The Real Housewives of Orange County". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/29/2008. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Reunion Special".

  • Real Housewives Confess: A Watch What Happens Special
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    #1 - Real Housewives Confess: A Watch What Happens Special

    Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 1/29/2008

    All six of the Housewives of season 3 reunite for a sit and tell.

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  • Reunion Special
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    #2 - Reunion Special

    Season 4 Episode 14 - Aired 2/24/2009

    The wives reunite to reflect on the past series. Lauri returns with an update on what is going on with her family, and the group talk about Jeff's death.

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  • No Boundaries
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    #3 - No Boundaries

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 1/21/2010

    Alexis Bellino and Tamra Barney continue to grow closer and meet for a game of tennis. After the match, the ladies talk about Gretchen Rossi’s upcoming Tupperware party and Alexis is shocked to learn that the two are still feuding. Later, Gretchen and her boyfriend, Slade Smiley go to the Del Mar races with Alexis and her husband, Jim, where the discussion turns to the ongoing argument between the ladies which Alexis is determined to mediate.

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  • Lost Footage
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    #4 - Lost Footage

    Season 6 Episode 16 - Aired 6/20/2011

    It's a soapy-saga swirl when the Orange County ladies are featured in previously unseen footage. An eating disorder, gay marriage and divorce are some of the issues that take center stage.

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  • Lost Footage Special
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    #5 - Lost Footage Special

    Season 7 Episode 23 - Aired 7/24/2012

    Never-aired footage from season seven includes a double date with Vicki, Brooks, Gretchen and Slade; reunion showdowns; Heather and Alexis pursue their dream careers.

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  • Secrets Revealed
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    #6 - Secrets Revealed

    Season 10 Episode 24 - Aired 11/12/2015

    The Orange County vault is opened with never-before-seen footage from season ten including Shannon's unique ladies lunch, Vicki's night out and Heather's teachable moment to Meghan about the finer points of Botox. In Tahiti, the women experience a wild ride, and back in Orange County, Heather proves the devil is in the details when building a mega home. Plus, secrets are revealed with more reunion footage addressing Vicki's scandalous history with Brooks.

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  • Reunion (3)
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    #7 - Reunion (3)

    Season 11 Episode 21 - Aired 11/21/2016

    The reunion concludes with the ladies recounting their traumatic experience in Glamis. Old wounds are opened as Meghan finds herself on the defensive for her lack of sympathy towards Vicki after the accident. When the ugly drama of Ireland is discussed, emotions run high and Shannon is driven to her breaking point.

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  • Reunion Part 3
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    #8 - Reunion Part 3

    Season 18 Episode 20 - Aired 11/21/2024

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  • Brooks Tells All
    2.5/1011 votes
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    #9 - Brooks Tells All

    Season 10 Episode 23 - Aired 11/12/2015

    The half-hour special delves deep and showcases never-before-seen footage from Andy's sit down interview with Brooks Ayers, originally seen in the reunion, where Brooks addresses the ladies' allegations regarding his health. Andy confronts Brooks on the season's burning questions including why he avoided seeing Shannon's doctor, why he and Vicki told different stories about his treatment, and the claim that announcing his cancer diagnosis may have been an attempt to control his damaged public image. Brooks also reveals his true feelings about each of the ladies, including Vicki's daughter Briana, and explains why he finally ended his relationship with OC matriarch Vicki.

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  • Dirty Housewives
    4.2/1015 votes
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    #10 - Dirty Housewives

    Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired 4/3/2012

    Tamra, Gretchen and Heather compete in a charity Mud Run, Alexis has her nose cast removed, and Vicki gets answers about Briana's health.

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  • Be Nice to the New Girl
    4.4/1023 votes
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    #11 - Be Nice to the New Girl

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 1/23/2007

    Vicki drives her family, friends and co-workers insane as she preps for a relaxing two-week cruise to Europe.

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  • What's New Pussy Cat
    5.0/1014 votes
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    #12 - What's New Pussy Cat

    Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired 4/24/2012

    Heather goes for an audition but is torn about being a working actress and raising four children simultaneously. Alexis is set to hire a coach to help her dreams of being a television host.

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  • Reunion
    5.1/1021 votes
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    #13 - Reunion

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/13/2006

    The five women reunite to tell their stories and reflect on the show.

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  • Reunion (1)
    5.1/1013 votes
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    #14 - Reunion (1)

    Season 7 Episode 21 - Aired 7/10/2012

    Alexis demands an apology for being called phony; Gretchen accuses Vicki of hypocrisy regarding her relationship with Brooks.

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  • Bowling in Heels
    5.1/1017 votes
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    #15 - Bowling in Heels

    Season 10 Episode 7 - Aired 7/20/2015

    Vicki enlists the powers of a medium to try and communicate with her mother. Shannon discovers that to lose physical weight, she has to do more than just exercise, she must deal with the weight of her emotions too. Meghan tries to teach her step daughter responsibility but learns a lesson about parenting instead.  While Tamra and Eddie struggle to work together at the gym, Heather is eager to start a new project with Terry. All the ladies come together for a fun night of bowling and a surprise announcement.

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  • Riches to Rags
    5.2/1014 votes
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    #16 - Riches to Rags

    Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 4/17/2011

    Vicki visits Tamra at her hew house to gossip about the rumors surrounding the Bellino’s possible home foreclosure. Gretchen is upset that all the men in her life are fat, both the dogs and Slade. Vicki and Donn try to spend some quality time together by going to the spa, but things get uncomfortable when the conversation turns awkward at dinner.

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  • Stranger In Your House
    5.3/1015 votes
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    #17 - Stranger In Your House

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 2/13/2007

    Jeana welcomes a strange houseguest into her home when Shane invites a girl he met on the Internet to come spend a few days with them.

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  • It Ends in Coto de Caza
    5.3/1013 votes
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    #18 - It Ends in Coto de Caza

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 11/19/2009

    Jeana Keough makes the gut-wrenching decision to pull back from spending so much time with the Housewives in order to concentrate more on her real estate business, which is struggling in a sagging economy.

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  • Kiss and Tell
    5.3/1013 votes
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    #19 - Kiss and Tell

    Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 4/24/2011

    For Gretchen’s birthday, Slade surprises her with a poor man’s party of take-out food and a unique gift that leaves her speechless. Peggy and Tamra are excited to model in an OC Designer’s fashion show, but a surprise model throws Tamra for a loop. Former housewife, Lynne Curtin goes to Fernanda’s gym to workout, but when Tamra is a no-show, Fernanda shares a shocking secret.

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  • Happily Never After
    5.3/1013 votes
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    #20 - Happily Never After

    Season 7 Episode 14 - Aired 5/15/2012

    Slade's engagement ring shopping plans; Alexis throws a birthday party for her twins; Tamra gets a tattoo removed; Vicki and Briana fight.

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  • Crossroads
    5.3/1015 votes
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    #21 - Crossroads

    Season 8 Episode 16 - Aired 7/22/2013

    Alexis comes face-to-face with Gretchen; Heather and Terry receive a surprising offer; Vicki struggles to keep things professional with Brooks; Gretchen plans a surprise marriage proposal for Slade.

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  • Reunion (2)
    5.3/1017 votes
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    #22 - Reunion (2)

    Season 16 Episode 19 - Aired 4/27/2022

    Gina and Shannon's friendship hangs in the balance; Dr. Jen gives insight into her marriage; Shannon discusses her next chapter; Noella goes toe-to-toe with everybody as they discuss their trip to Aspen.

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  • Watch Out Bitches!
    5.4/1017 votes
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    #23 - Watch Out Bitches!

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 1/30/2007

    Lauri buys a conservative black dress to go to a Republican fund raiser at the swanky St. Regis Hotel.

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  • Here Comes The Bride
    5.4/1011 votes
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    #24 - Here Comes The Bride

    Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 1/22/2008

    Season 3's finale brought new beginnings and some endings to the OC, the biggest of which being the celebration of Lauri and George's wedding. Lauri continued to work things out with her son, Josh, with the help of a mediator, and Josh made it to his mom's special day. Viewers finally met "Roxie," Quinn's alter ego, but it wasn't enough to save Quinn's relationship with Billy, which ended. And finally, Jo returned to make an appearance at one of Jeana's many outdoor get-togethers, updating the ladies on the status of her musical career.

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  • Will He or Wont He
    5.4/1013 votes
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    #25 - Will He or Wont He

    Season 7 Episode 18 - Aired 6/12/2012

    Alexis reports on-location for the news; Gretchen discovers Slade's plan to propose leading to a confrontation; Eddie surprises Tamra with a surprise romantic getaway.

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