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The Worst Episodes of The White Lotus

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 3 - The Meaning of Dreams
    6.9/10(6473 votes)

    #1 - The Meaning of Dreams

    S3:E3

    Jaclyn pushes the idea of a vacation fling on Laurie. Chelsea finds herself in a perilous situation. Gaitok worries about a reprimand.

    Director:Mike White
    Writer:Mike White

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  2. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 2 - Special Treatments
    7.2/10(6759 votes)

    #2 - Special Treatments

    S3:E2

    Timothy gets distressing updates about his business, Chelsea connects with expat Chloe, and Gaitok shares his feelings with Mook.

    Director:Mike White
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  3. The White Lotus Season 1 Episode 1 - Arrivals
    7.3/10(8867 votes)

    #3 - Arrivals

    S1:E1

    As a new wave of guests arrive at the White Lotus, resort manager Armond tries to assuage an unreasonable Shane and his easy-going new wife Rachel, while spa director Belinda calms a grieving Tanya. Meanwhile, Nicole suggests her husband Mark distract himself from a health scare by spending time with their son Quinn, who’s been cast out by his sister Olivia and her friend Paula.

    Director:Mike White
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  4. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 1 - Same Spirits, New Forms
    7.3/10(9207 votes)

    #4 - Same Spirits, New Forms

    S3:E1

    As a new round of guests arrives at the White Lotus Thailand, Belinda settles in, Chelsea deals with a moody Rick, the Ratliffs go separate ways, and Kate, Laurie, and Jaclyn kick off a girls' trip.

    Director:Mike White
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  5. The White Lotus Season 1 Episode 2 - New Day
    7.4/10(7368 votes)

    #5 - New Day

    S1:E2

    A cautiously optimistic Belinda walks a fine line with Tanya, while Armond brainstorms ways to deal with Shane. After her husband belittles her work, Rachel approaches Nicole for advice. Paula and Olivia lose track of their stash, while a revived Mark attempts to connect with Quinn.

    Director:Mike White
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  6. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 4 - Hide or Seek
    7.5/10(6272 votes)

    #6 - Hide or Seek

    S3:E4

    Jaclyn looks for a different scene. Piper asks for Lochlan's support before sharing a life update. Chelsea finally gets Rick to open up.

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  7. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 7 - Killer Instincts
    7.5/10(5749 votes)

    #7 - Killer Instincts

    S3:E7

    Belinda brings Zion to Chloe’s expat party. Saxon confronts Tim about how strange he’s been acting. Gaitok and Mook have their first date.

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  8. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 1 - Ciao
    7.6/10(7793 votes)

    #8 - Ciao

    S2:E1

    Two couples navigate awkwardness, an Italian American family deals with a conspicuous absence, and Tanya arrives with her new assistant.

    Director:Mike White
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  9. The White Lotus Season 1 Episode 3 - Mysterious Monkeys
    7.7/10(7105 votes)

    #9 - Mysterious Monkeys

    S1:E3

    Stripped of his gadgets, Quinn reluctantly takes a scuba class with Mark, who’s struggling to process revelations regarding his late father. Hoping to reignite the spark with Rachel, Shane enlists Armond to help plan a romantic evening. Tanya leans on Belinda for support as she scatters her mother’s ashes at sea. Paula keeps a secret from a suspicious Olivia.

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  10. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 2 - Italian Dream
    7.7/10(6441 votes)

    #10 - Italian Dream

    S2:E2

    Tanya enlists Greg to help her live out her perfect Sicilian day. Harper questions Cameron and Daphne’s claims about their marriage.

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  11. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 6 - Denials
    7.7/10(6253 votes)

    #11 - Denials

    S3:E6

    In the wake of the festivities, Laurie finds herself feeling deceived by Jaclyn, while Saxon tries to bury what happened the night before.

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  12. The White Lotus Season 1 Episode 4 - Recentering
    7.8/10(6848 votes)

    #12 - Recentering

    S1:E4

    After Shane shoots down her latest career plans, Rachel is further blindsided by an unexpected arrival. Just as Belinda begins to take her business proposition seriously, Tanya’s attention turns to an intriguing hotel guest. Meanwhile, Armond’s renewed commitment to sobriety is put to the test.

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  13. The White Lotus Season 1 Episode 6 - Departures
    7.8/10(7410 votes)

    #13 - Departures

    S1:E6

    Rachel shares some harsh truths with Shane and confides in Belinda, who’s reeling from bad news of her own. As the Mossbachers turn the page on their harrowing scare, Quinn reveals major life plans. With nothing left to lose, Armond goes on an all-out bender – and exacts the ultimate revenge on his nemesis.

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  14. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 3 - Bull Elephants
    7.9/10(6333 votes)

    #14 - Bull Elephants

    S2:E3

    While Daphne loops Harper into an off-resort excursion, Ethan and Cameron get in some bro time. Tanya seeks advice from a tarot reader.

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  15. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 5 - Full-Moon Party
    7.9/10(7399 votes)

    #15 - Full-Moon Party

    S3:E5

    As things get wild during the Full Moon festivities, Rick visits an old friend, and Belinda shares her suspicions about a hotel guest.

    Director:Mike White
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  16. The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 8 - Amor Fati
    7.9/10(10058 votes)

    #16 - Amor Fati

    S3:E8

    Laurie, Jaclyn, and Kate reckon with their friendship. Timothy comes up with a shocking plan for his family. Belinda considers a deal.

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  17. The White Lotus Season 1 Episode 5 - The Lotus-Eaters
    8.0/10(6802 votes)

    #17 - The Lotus-Eaters

    S1:E5

    As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya’s focus to her business proposal. Paula grows increasingly disillusioned with the Mossbachers. A sidelined Rachel begins to question her future. Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn.

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  18. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 6 - Abductions
    8.0/10(6104 votes)

    #18 - Abductions

    S2:E6

    Ethan grows suspicious of Cam. Tanya gives Portia an opaque warning about Jack. Lucia helps the Di Grassos search for long-lost relatives.

    Director:Mike White
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  19. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 4 - In the Sandbox
    8.1/10(6261 votes)

    #19 - In the Sandbox

    S2:E4

    Tanya and Portia spend a day with charming ex-pats Quentin and Jack. Harper is blindsided by shocking evidence from Ethan’s night out.

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  20. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 5 - That's Amore
    8.4/10(6827 votes)

    #20 - That's Amore

    S2:E5

    Tanya and Portia embark on a whirlwind excursion with Quentin and Jack. Unsure what to believe, Harper gets real with Cam and Daphne.

    Director:Mike White
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  21. The White Lotus Season 2 Episode 7 - Arrivederci
    8.8/10(9700 votes)

    #21 - Arrivederci

    S2:E7

    Albie asks Dominic for a karmic payment to help Lucia. Tanya grows wary of Quentin’s motives. Ethan confronts Cam.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Meaning of Dreams" is the worst rated episode of "The White Lotus". It scored 6.9/10 based on 6473 votes. Directed by Mike White and written by Mike White, it aired on 3/2/2025. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Special Treatments".