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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!

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 1 - The Big Surprise
    8.2/10(121 votes)

    #1 - The Big Surprise

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
    Writer:Tyler Perry

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  2. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 2 - Playing In The Deep End
    8.2/10(56 votes)

    #2 - Playing In The Deep End

    S1:E2

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    Director:Unknown
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  3. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 3 - Beautifully Dysfunctional
    8.5/10(58 votes)

    #3 - Beautifully Dysfunctional

    S1:E3

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 4 - Entering The Race
    8.4/10(49 votes)

    #4 - Entering The Race

    S1:E4

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  5. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 5 - A Woman's Pride
    8.3/10(30 votes)

    #5 - A Woman's Pride

    S1:E5

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  6. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 6 - Angry Sex
    8.8/10(48 votes)

    #6 - Angry Sex

    S1:E6

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    Director:Unknown
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  7. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 7 - A True Friend
    8.3/10(41 votes)

    #7 - A True Friend

    S1:E7

    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:Unknown
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  8. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 8 - The Criminal
    8.6/10(24 votes)

    #8 - The Criminal

    S1:E8

    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:Unknown
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  9. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 9 - The Set Up
    8.6/10(28 votes)

    #9 - The Set Up

    S1:E9

    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:Unknown
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  10. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 10 - Number Nine
    9.1/10(46 votes)

    #10 - Number Nine

    S1:E10

    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.

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  11. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 11 - Not My Daughter
    9.1/10(51 votes)

    #11 - Not My Daughter

    S1:E11

    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.

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  12. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 12 - In Recovery
    8.6/10(42 votes)

    #12 - In Recovery

    S1:E12

    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.

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  13. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 13 - What Are You Doing Here?
    8.9/10(42 votes)

    #13 - What Are You Doing Here?

    S1:E13

    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.

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  14. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 14 - My Name Is Veronica
    8.7/10(43 votes)

    #14 - My Name Is Veronica

    S1:E14

    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.

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  15. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 15 - The Truth Will Set You Free
    9.2/10(41 votes)

    #15 - The Truth Will Set You Free

    S1:E15

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

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  16. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 16 - No More Hiding
    9.1/10(47 votes)

    #16 - No More Hiding

    S1:E16

    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:Unknown
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  17. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 17 - The Black Sedan
    9.2/10(45 votes)

    #17 - The Black Sedan

    S1:E17

    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

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  18. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 18 - Wyatt's Nightmare
    8.7/10(34 votes)

    #18 - Wyatt's Nightmare

    S1:E18

    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

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  19. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 19 - Family Issues
    8.6/10(24 votes)

    #19 - Family Issues

    S1:E19

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
    Writer:Tyler Perry

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  20. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 20 - Unanswered Calls
    8.5/10(24 votes)

    #20 - Unanswered Calls

    S1:E20

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
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  21. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 21 - Why Didn't You Tell Me?
    9.2/10(19 votes)

    #21 - Why Didn't You Tell Me?

    S1:E21

    Candace asks Jim to move Benny to a private hospital.

    Director:Tyler Perry
    Writer:Tyler Perry

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  22. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 22 - Protecting Wyatt
    8.6/10(26 votes)

    #22 - Protecting Wyatt

    S1:E22

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
    Writer:Tyler Perry

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  23. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 23 - Amanda's Revenge
    8.9/10(43 votes)

    #23 - Amanda's Revenge

    S1:E23

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
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  24. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 24 - Maggie's Plan
    9.1/10(31 votes)

    #24 - Maggie's Plan

    S1:E24

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
    Writer:Tyler Perry

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  25. Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots Season 1 Episode 25 - March for Justice
    9.2/10(32 votes)

    #25 - March for Justice

    S1:E25

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

    Director:Tyler Perry
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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 8.2/10 based on 121 votes. Directed by Tyler Perry and written by Tyler Perry, it aired on 5/28/2013. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Playing In The Deep End".