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The Best Episodes of The Riches Season 1

Every episode of The Riches Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Riches Season 1!

A family of crooks assume the identity of an upper-middle-class suburban clan in the Deep South.

Genres:DramaComedy
Network:FX

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "The Riches" season 1 is "Pilot", rated 7.6/10 from 156 user votes. It was directed by Carl Franklin, Peter O'Fallon and written by Dmitry Lipkin. "Pilot" aired on 3/12/2007 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Believe the Lie".

  • Pilot
    7.6/10 156 votes

    #1 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/12/2007

    Through a set of unusual circumstances, the Malloy family assumes the identities of a wealthy family, the Riches, only to find that a glamorous life entails more than they expected.

    Director: Carl Franklin, Peter O'Fallon

    Writer: Dmitry Lipkin

  • Believe the Lie
    7.5/10 128 votes

    #2 - Believe the Lie

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/19/2007

    Wayne has to find a way to pay for the family's new lifestyle. Dale is still after the Malloys.

    Director: Peter O'Fallon

    Writer: N/A

  • Operation Education
    7.4/10 120 votes

    #3 - Operation Education

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/26/2007

    Wayne begins work at his new job at the law firm, where his first assignment is to fire the current head of the department. Meanwhile, Dahlia insists on registering the kids at a rich private school despite the fact that there are currently no openings. Finally, Dale uses his influence over Tammy, Cael's girlfriend, to track down the Malloys.

    Director: Peter O'Fallon

    Writer: Dmitry Lipkin

  • Been There, Done That
    7.4/10 104 votes

    #4 - Been There, Done That

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/2/2007

    The real Doug Rich's ex-wife jeopardizes the Malloys' cover when she comes after "Doug" for missed alimony payments. Meanwhile, Di Di falls for a buffer, and Cael finds a way to capitalize on his unusual skills at school. Also, Dahlia's pill addiction continues to worsen and now threatens to tear the family apart.

    Director: Gwyneth Horder-Payton

    Writer: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

  • The Big Floss
    7.4/10 95 votes

    #5 - The Big Floss

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/9/2007

    Wayne must deal with legal arcana in an eminent-domain case and Dahlia gets a job for which she is equally qualified: a dental hygienist. Ginny catches up to the Malloys, which means Dale is probably not far behind.

    Director: Brian Kirk

    Writer: Lydia Woodward

  • Reckless Gardening
    7.5/10 96 votes

    #6 - Reckless Gardening

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/16/2007

    The Malloys must deal with Ken from the Traveler camp, when he shows up intending to marry Di Di. His presence leads to a family crisis. At Panco, Hugh wants Dahlia to be his personal assistant. He won't let Wayne settle for Hartley Underwood, who's suing the company. Meanwhile, Dale makes his move back at camp.

    Director: Guy Ferland

    Writer: Ellie Herman

  • Virgin Territory
    7.6/10 92 votes

    #7 - Virgin Territory

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/23/2007

    Stunned by the news of Earl's death, a grieving Dahlia and her family head back to camp, where Dale looks to settle old scores with Wayne, while Ginny schemes to tie the knot between Di Di and Ken.

    Director: Brian Kirk

    Writer: Wendy Riss

  • X Spots the Mark
    7.5/10 89 votes

    #8 - X Spots the Mark

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 4/30/2007

    When Hugh suspects that Wayne and Dahlia stole money from the office bank, the Malloys must resort to doing what they do best: the con.

    Director: Dan Lerner

    Writer: Aaron Blitzstein

  • Cinderella
    7.7/10 100 votes

    #9 - Cinderella

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/7/2007

    The family finds itself in awkward situations when Wayne is offered a partnership at Panco only if he throws a dinner party that meets Hugh's approval. Meanwhile, a former cellmate of Dahlia's on the search for a job wants to be the family's maid.

    Director: Matt Shakman

    Writer: N/A

  • This Is Your Brain on Drugs
    7.5/10 92 votes

    #10 - This Is Your Brain on Drugs

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/14/2007

    Wayne suspects that Dahlia still has a drug addiction and takes meth himself as a way of showing her how much the fact that she is on drugs hurts. Meanwhile, when things at Panco go crazy, it is up to Dahlia to keep everything and everyone together. Finally, Dale shows up at Edenfalls and befriends the family's neighbor, Hartley.

    Director: Jeremy Podeswa

    Writer: N/A

  • Anything Hugh Can Do, I Can Do Better
    7.8/10 83 votes

    #11 - Anything Hugh Can Do, I Can Do Better

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 5/21/2007

    When Hugh goes missing, it is up to Wayne to take over at Panco and discover what it's really like to be the boss. Meanwhile, Dahlia tries to bond with Di Di, only to discover that their relationship has only taken more steps in the wrong direction. Finally, Dale confesses his intentions to Hartley.

    Director: Adam Arkin

    Writer: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

  • It's a Wonderful Lie
    7.8/10 100 votes

    #12 - It's a Wonderful Lie

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 5/28/2007

    The Malloys must hide their true secret extra carefully when Doug's friend Pete stops by for a visit, Hugh returns with a new wife from Las Vegas, and Hartley warms up to Dale and shows him how to blend in.

    Director: Peter O'Fallon

    Writer: Lydia Woodward, Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

  • Waiting for Dogot
    7.0/10 2 votes

    #13 - Waiting for Dogot

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 6/4/2007

    The Malloys find themselves in difficult situations as more visitors continue to arrive, neighbors pry and Dale aims for a piece of the action. The family finds itself making some difficult decisions.

    Director: Jamie Babbit

    Writer: Dmitry Lipkin, Aaron Blitzstein