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The Best Episodes of The Shining

Every episode of The Shining ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Shining!

Binge this in 4h 34m•Peaking at 5.3/10

A new caretaker moves with his family into the mysterious Overlook Hotel for the winter.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Shining Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    5.3/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    Struggling writer Jack Torrance takes his wife and psychic young son along to his winter job as caretaker of a sinister mountain resort.

    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Shining Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    5.2/10(6 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

    S1:E2

    Jack begins his slide into dementia when he uncovers the hotel's devious past, while Danny encounters the thing in room 217 and the horrific topiary.

    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Shining Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    5.0/10(6 votes)

    #3 - Part 3

    S1:E3

    Danny uses his "shining" to call Halloran for help as Jack finally goes over the edge.

    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "The Shining". It scored 5.3/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Mick Garris and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/27/1997. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part 2".