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The Worst Episodes of The Shining

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Every episode of The Shining ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Shining!

The Worst Episodes of The Shining

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

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  1. 6.5/10(409 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

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

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    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:N/A
  2. 6.6/10(351 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

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    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.

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    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:N/A
  3. 6.7/10(381 votes)

    #3 - Part 3

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

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    Director:Mick Garris
    Writer:N/A

Worst Episodes Summary

"Part 1" is the worst rated episode of "The Shining". It scored 6.5/10 based on 409 votes. Directed by Mick Garris and written by N/A, it aired on 4/27/1997. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Part 2".