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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Royals Season 4 Episode 10 - With Mirth in Funeral and With Dirge in Marriage
    7.1/10(180 votes)

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

    S4:E10

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Royals Season 1 Episode 1 - Stand and Unfold Yourself
    7.3/10(379 votes)

    #2 - Stand and Unfold Yourself

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  3. The Royals Season 3 Episode 8 - In the Same Figure, Like the King That's Dead
    7.5/10(122 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Royals Season 1 Episode 2 - Infants of the Spring
    7.6/10(299 votes)

    #4 - Infants of the Spring

    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.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  5. The Royals Season 2 Episode 3 - Is Not This Something More Than Fantasy?
    7.8/10(174 votes)

    #5 - Is Not This Something More Than Fantasy?

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Royals Season 2 Episode 5 - The Spirit That I Have Seen
    7.8/10(172 votes)

    #6 - The Spirit That I Have Seen

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Royals Season 3 Episode 7 - The Counterfeit Presentment of Two Brothers
    7.8/10(134 votes)

    #7 - The Counterfeit Presentment of Two Brothers

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Royals Season 1 Episode 3 - We Are Pictures, or Mere Beasts
    7.9/10(265 votes)

    #8 - We Are Pictures, or Mere Beasts

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  9. The Royals Season 2 Episode 2 - Welcome Is Fashion and Ceremony
    7.9/10(172 votes)

    #9 - Welcome Is Fashion and Ceremony

    S2:E2

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

    Director:Michael Lange
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  10. The Royals Season 2 Episode 4 - What, Has This Thing Appear'd Again Tonight?
    7.9/10(178 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Royals Season 3 Episode 6 - More Than Kin, and Less Than Kind
    7.9/10(138 votes)

    #11 - More Than Kin, and Less Than Kind

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Royals Season 4 Episode 4 - Black as His Purpose Did the Night Resemble
    7.9/10(131 votes)

    #12 - Black as His Purpose Did the Night Resemble

    S4:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Royals Season 3 Episode 2 - Passing Through Nature to Eternity
    8.0/10(146 votes)

    #13 - Passing Through Nature to Eternity

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Royals Season 4 Episode 3 - Seek for Thy Noble Father in the Dust
    8.0/10(138 votes)

    #14 - Seek for Thy Noble Father in the Dust

    S4:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Royals Season 1 Episode 4 - Sweet, Not Lasting
    8.1/10(254 votes)

    #15 - Sweet, Not Lasting

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:Jean de Segonzac
    Writer:Johnny Richardson

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  16. The Royals Season 1 Episode 7 - Your Sovereignty of Reason
    8.1/10(225 votes)

    #16 - Your Sovereignty of Reason

    S1:E7

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

    Director:Tom Vaughan
    Writer:Scarlett Lacey

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  17. The Royals Season 3 Episode 1 - Together With Remembrance
    8.1/10(183 votes)

    #17 - Together With Remembrance

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Royals Season 3 Episode 5 - Born to Set it Right
    8.1/10(131 votes)

    #18 - Born to Set it Right

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Royals Season 3 Episode 9 - O, Farewell, Honest Soldier
    8.1/10(133 votes)

    #19 - O, Farewell, Honest Soldier

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Royals Season 4 Episode 5 - There's Daggers in Men's Smiles
    8.1/10(125 votes)

    #20 - There's Daggers in Men's Smiles

    S4:E5

    Robert extends his power further than ever before and exiles a disloyal Cyrus. Eleanor undertakes a covert mission and Helena explores her romantic options.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Royals Season 1 Episode 9 - In My Heart There Was a Kind of Fighting
    8.2/10(206 votes)

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

    S1:E9

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

    Director:Tom Vaughan
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  22. The Royals Season 2 Episode 1 - It Is Not, nor It Cannot Come to Good
    8.2/10(200 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  23. The Royals Season 3 Episode 4 - Our (Late) Dear Brother's Death
    8.2/10(130 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Royals Season 1 Episode 5 - Unmask Her Beauty to the Moon
    8.3/10(253 votes)

    #24 - Unmask Her Beauty to the Moon

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writer:Julia Cohen

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  25. The Royals Season 2 Episode 7 - Taint Not Thy Mind, nor Let Thy Soul Contrive Against Thy Mother
    8.3/10(167 votes)

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

    S2:E7

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"With Mirth in Funeral and With Dirge in Marriage" is the worst rated episode of "The Royals". It scored 7.1/10 based on 180 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/13/2018. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Stand and Unfold Yourself".