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The Worst Episodes of The Royals

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  1. 7.3/10(366 votes)

    #1 - Stand and Unfold Yourself

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    After the sudden death of their older brother and heir to the throne, Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor have a hard time with their new roles. Queen Helena tries to maintain the family's image and King Simon questions the monarchy's future.

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    Director:Mark Schwahn
  2. 7.3/10(169 votes)

    #2 - With Mirth in Funeral and With Dirge in Marriage

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    S4:E10

    The rest of the family unites to combat a formidable foe.

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  3. 7.6/10(291 votes)

    #3 - Infants of the Spring

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    S1:E2

    At the annual garden party, Prince Liam is reunited with his ex, Gemma. The Queen and Cyrus work to counteract King Simon's wishes.

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    Director:Mark Schwahn
  4. 7.7/10(128 votes)

    #4 - The Counterfeit Presentment of Two Brothers

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    S3:E7

    The royals prepare for the People's Gala, where each member of the family is auctioned off for charity. Cyrus initiates a plan to retain his crown. Liam and Robert square off in a charity boxing match.

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  5. 7.8/10(259 votes)

    #5 - We Are Pictures, or Mere Beasts

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    S1:E3

    The Queen and Princess Eleanor throw competing fashion shows during London's fashion week while Prince Liam narrowly avoids a catastrophe.

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  6. 7.8/10(165 votes)

    #6 - Welcome Is Fashion and Ceremony

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    In Prince Liam's quest for vengeance, a secret is revealed that affects the monarchy's future while Princess Eleanor rekindles an old flame.

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  8. 7.8/10(168 votes)

    #7 - Is Not This Something More Than Fantasy?

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    S2:E3

    Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor both take trips that don’t end as they expected, while at home Queen Helena meets a new rival and King Cyrus receives some bad news.

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  9. 7.9/10(172 votes)

    #8 - What, Has This Thing Appear'd Again Tonight?

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    S2:E4

    King Cyrus draws a line in the sand with Queen Helena and Prince Liam as he does whatever he can to eliminate King Simon’s legacy. Princess Eleanor makes a friend as a new wrinkle in the King’s murder is potentially revealed.

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  10. 7.9/10(165 votes)

    #9 - The Spirit That I Have Seen

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    S2:E5

    Princess Eleanor’s new relationship makes waves in and outside of the palace as King Cyrus uses a public ceremony to solidify his image and Queen Helena learns of betrayal.

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  11. 7.9/10(140 votes)

    #10 - Passing Through Nature to Eternity

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    S3:E2

    Helena plans to secure proof. Liam begins a new but complicated relationship. Jasper and Eleanor look to the past to inspire their future.

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  12. 7.9/10(131 votes)

    #11 - More Than Kin, and Less Than Kind

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    S3:E6

    Christmas comes to the palace. Liam impulsively releases the staff, forcing the family to fend for themselves. A sexual dalliance for Helena has unexpected consequences.

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  13. 7.9/10(116 votes)

    #12 - In the Same Figure, Like the King That's Dead

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    S3:E8

    Jasper tries to strike a bargain to protect his past and secure his future. Helena slips away for a romantic trip to Paris. Eleanor participates in a nearly naked tiger run. Liam and Willow try to navigate emotional waters.

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  14. 7.9/10(125 votes)

    #13 - Black as His Purpose Did the Night Resemble

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    A total blackout sparks chaos in London; Willow's feelings for Robert grow stronger; Eleanor opens the palace to the public; Jasper finds himself in the middle of a riot.

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  15. 8.0/10(250 votes)

    #14 - Sweet, Not Lasting

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    Prince Liam does his first PR tour as heir to the throne while Queen Helena forces Princess Eleanor to do a PR tour of London.

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  16. 8.0/10(220 votes)

    #15 - Your Sovereignty of Reason

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    S1:E7

    The King makes a decision that impacts the rest of the family while Ophelia struggles with the PR fallout from Monaco.

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  17. 8.0/10(124 votes)

    #16 - Born to Set it Right

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    S3:E5

    On the eve of a very public appearance, the family's private turmoil threatens to go public. Beck returns to the palace with his sights set on Eleanor, and a confrontation with Jasper ensues.

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  18. 8.0/10(127 votes)

    #17 - O, Farewell, Honest Soldier

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    S3:E9

    Eleanor and Queen Helena consider romantic invitations. A Privy Council meets to determine who will reign as the one true King Of England. Jasper reveals to Liam information that presents a new mystery for the monarchy.

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  19. 8.0/10(132 votes)

    #18 - Seek for Thy Noble Father in the Dust

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    Liam makes a big move with the evidence he has on Robert; Eleanor uses her status to help others; Helena finds herself at the center of a new scandal.

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  20. 8.1/10(202 votes)

    #19 - In My Heart There Was a Kind of Fighting

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    S1:E9

    When someone from Prince Robert's past pays them a visit, Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor must face their own personal demons.

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    Director:Tom Vaughan
  21. 8.1/10(177 votes)

    #20 - Together With Remembrance

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    S3:E1

    In the wake of the death of King Simon's murderer, the royal family returns with a fresh perspective. Liam seeks solace in disreputable places, while Prince Robert is revealed to be alive.

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  22. 8.1/10(125 votes)

    #21 - Our (Late) Dear Brother's Death

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    S3:E4

    Jasper and Eleanor immerse themselves in their relationship while Liam must reappraise his latest tryst, King Cyrus' past pays him a visit and the palace arranges a press conference to announce earth shattering news.

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  23. 8.2/10(247 votes)

    #22 - Unmask Her Beauty to the Moon

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    S1:E5

    Prince Liam, Princess Eleanor and Queen Helena's romances are a popular topic at the annual masquerade ball.

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  24. 8.2/10(195 votes)

    #23 - It Is Not, nor It Cannot Come to Good

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    S2:E1

    In the wake of King Simon’s death, King Cyrus’ new look monarchy is on full display at the Royal polo match, Prince Liam is hell-bent on revenge and receives some unexpected help, and Queen Helena maneuvers for power.

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    Director:Mark Schwahn
  25. 8.3/10(249 votes)

    #24 - The Slings and Arrows of Outrageous Fortune

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    S1:E6

    A trip to Monaco helps Prince Liam and Ophelia's relationship blossom but a different side of Princess Eleanor is revealed.

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  26. 8.3/10(161 votes)

    #25 - Taint Not Thy Mind, nor Let Thy Soul Contrive Against Thy Mother

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    S2:E7

    Queen Helena and Princess Eleanor share some unexpected bonding time as Prince Liam investigates Domino.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Stand and Unfold Yourself" is the worst rated episode of "The Royals". It scored 7.3/10 based on 366 votes. Directed by Mark Schwahn and written by Mark Schwahn, it aired on 3/15/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "With Mirth in Funeral and With Dirge in Marriage".