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The Best Episodes of Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1

Every episode of Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1!

Follow the complicated dynamic between the rich and powerful Cryer family and the hired help who work in their opulent Savannah, Georgia, mansion.
Genres:SoapDrama
Network:OWN

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Big Surprise" is the best rated episode of "Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 109 votes. Directed by Tyler Perry and written by Tyler Perry, it aired on 5/28/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Playing In The Deep End".

  • The Big Surprise
    8.0/10109 votes

    #1 - The Big Surprise

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/28/2013

    Jim Cryer learns that his mistress has befriended his daughter; Candace blackmails Jim.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Playing In The Deep End
    8.1/1052 votes

    #2 - Playing In The Deep End

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/28/2013

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Beautifully Dysfunctional
    8.6/1055 votes

    #3 - Beautifully Dysfunctional

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/4/2013

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Entering The Race
    8.4/1045 votes

    #4 - Entering The Race

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/11/2013

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Woman's Pride
    8.3/1027 votes

    #5 - A Woman's Pride

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/18/2013

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Angry Sex
    8.9/1045 votes

    #6 - Angry Sex

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 6/25/2013

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A True Friend
    8.2/1038 votes

    #7 - A True Friend

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 7/2/2013

    Amanda has Wyatt and Jeffery assist her with the move into her new apartment while Hanna is set-up on a blind date by Benny.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Criminal
    8.6/1021 votes

    #8 - The Criminal

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 7/9/2013

    Benny prepares for his date by asking to borrow a car but is arrested and charged with drug possession after falling trap to someone's malicious intent. Amanda seduces her professor to raise her grade.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Set Up
    8.7/1026 votes

    #9 - The Set Up

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 7/16/2013

    It is revealed to Hanna that Benny happened to be behind the wheel of Candace's car. David reveals how he participated in the set-up. Katheryn ends up having a bond with Hanna regarding their issues.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Number Nine
    9.1/1043 votes

    #10 - Number Nine

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 7/23/2013

    After all the issues going on around her, Amanda tries to commit suicide after an altercation with Candace sets her over the edge. Katheryn shames Candace directly after Jim reveals the affair.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Not My Daughter
    9.1/1048 votes

    #11 - Not My Daughter

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 7/30/2013

    Katheryn tells everyone that she is leaving for vacation but that information turns out to be false. Veronica agrees to work on Benny's case. Wyatt is shocked when a previous girlfriend shows up. Jim receives the news that Amanda and Candace have moved into an apartment together.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • In Recovery
    8.7/1040 votes

    #12 - In Recovery

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 8/7/2013

    Jim and Candace end up in a verbal altercation. Amanda is in recovery while Katheryn might have to prepare for surgery. Wyatt receives another visitor from his past. After reviewing the case, Veronica questions Jim about some of the details. Amanda reveals a shocker to Candace, that she was raped.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • What Are You Doing Here?
    8.8/1039 votes

    #13 - What Are You Doing Here?

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 8/13/2013

    Information is discovered by a detective that links Benny and Tony. Veronica continues to work toward answers for Benny's case. Laura is kept away from Wyatt by Jeffery.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • My Name Is Veronica
    8.7/1040 votes

    #14 - My Name Is Veronica

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 8/20/2013

    Veronica collects enough evidence to send it off to David, which in turn exposes the conspiracy. Katheryn gets nervous when her secret almost goes public.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Truth Will Set You Free
    9.1/1037 votes

    #15 - The Truth Will Set You Free

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 8/27/2013

    After her secret is reveled, Katheryn tells everyone what she really knows about Jim's secret activities. Jeffery finally discloses his love for Wyatt.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • No More Hiding
    9.1/1044 votes

    #16 - No More Hiding

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 9/3/2013

    Jeffery tells his parents that he's gay. Hanna discloses that Tony is actually Benny's father. Candace informs Amanda that her parents are keeping her inheritance.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Black Sedan
    9.2/1042 votes

    #17 - The Black Sedan

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 1/7/2014

    Hanna waits at the hospital for news on Benny's condition; Candace tries to convince Amanda to stand up for herself.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Wyatt's Nightmare
    8.7/1031 votes

    #18 - Wyatt's Nightmare

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 1/14/2014

    After a hit-and-run accident, Wyatt kills a little girl and Benny is on life support; Jim's campaign is in trouble; Amanda's on the verge of a breakdown; Hanna hears bad news about Benny.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Family Issues
    8.7/1022 votes

    #19 - Family Issues

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 1/21/2014

    When Celine tries to destroy her accountability, Hanna clashes with Tony about keeping Benny on life support.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Unanswered Calls
    8.6/1022 votes

    #20 - Unanswered Calls

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 1/28/2014

    Jeffrey realizes that Wyatt is responsible for Lizzie's death and Benny's condition.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Why Didn't You Tell Me?
    9.3/1016 votes

    #21 - Why Didn't You Tell Me?

    Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 2/4/2014

    Candace asks Jim to move Benny to a private hospital.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Protecting Wyatt
    8.5/1023 votes

    #22 - Protecting Wyatt

    Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 2/11/2014

    Jim tries to keep Wyatt out of jail; Tony serves Hanna with court papers.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Amanda's Revenge
    8.9/1040 votes

    #23 - Amanda's Revenge

    Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 2/18/2014

    Candace represents Hanna in court; Amanda slips into the professors room while his family sleeps.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • Maggie's Plan
    9.1/1028 votes

    #24 - Maggie's Plan

    Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 2/25/2014

    Despite Wyatt's actions and Candace's threats, Jim readies his campaign announcement.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry

  • March for Justice
    9.2/1029 votes

    #25 - March for Justice

    Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 3/4/2014

    The judge rules in Tony's favor; Hanna begs Tony to keep Benny on life support.

    Director: Tyler Perry

    Writer: Tyler Perry