The Best Episodes Written By Roberto Aguirre Sacasa

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.2/10(32 votes)

   #1 - Chapter Fifty-Eight: In Memoriam

   S4:E110/9/2019

   As the residence of Riverdale prepare for its upcoming Independence Day parade, Archie receives a phone call that will change the rest of his life forever.

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   8.1/10(33 votes)

   #2 - Chapter Ninety-Six: Welcome to Rivervale

   S6:E111/16/2021

   Following the explosion that ended Season Five, a new day dawns in the town of RiverVALE, where everything is as it should be. Veronica and Reggie are now the town's power couple, while Jughead and Tabitha move in together. But with Cheryl demanding a return to the "old ways," this serenity will surely not last. And how could Archie and Betty possibly have survived?

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   8.1/10(13 votes)

   #3 - Chapter One Hundred: The Jughead Paradox

   S6:E512/14/2021

   Unnerved by a series of strange happenings around him, Jughead's quest for answers leads him to uncover the truth about Rivervale.

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   8.0/10(24 votes)

   #4 - Chapter One Hundred Eighteen: Don't Worry Darling

   S7:E13/29/2023

   After coming together to stop Bailey's comet, the gang finds themselves transported back to a simpler time — Riverdale 1955. Archie attempts to impress the new girl Veronica. Toni, Tabitha and Betty take a stand against Principal Featherhead. Meanwhile, Jughead attempts to convince the gang that they're from the future.

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   7.8/10(83 votes)

   #5 - Chapter One: October Country

   S1:E110/26/2018

   While Greendale readies for a Halloween eclipse, Sabrina faces a crucial decision and Harvey makes and unexpected declaration.

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   7.8/10(25 votes)

   #6 - Chapter Twenty: The Mephisto Waltz

   S1:E204/5/2019

   Light and night cross paths once more as Greendale faces the Dark Lord's prophecy and Prudence challenges Father Blackwood's ruthless plan.

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   7.6/10(9 votes)

   #7 - Chapter One Hundred Thirty-Six: The Golden Age of Television

   S7:E198/16/2023

   As the town's past secrets start to bubble to the surface, Jughead and the gang are forced to make a difficult decision that will change each of their lives forever.

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   7.5/10(52 votes)

   #8 - Chapter Two: A Touch of Evil

   S1:E22/2/2017

   As new details of Jason's death begin to emerge, Archie pleads with Miss Grundy to come forward with what they heard at Sweetwater River. Betty makes an effort to mend her friendship with Archie but takes a different stance with Veronica who is trying to make up for her actions. With rumors around her brother's death running rampant, Cheryl deals with the pressure in true Queen Bee fashion, while tensions boil over when Jughead stumbles upon a secret Archie was hoping to keep hidden. Finally, plans for the annual fall pep rally move forward with a performance by Josie and the Pussycats and a special appearance by Mayor McCoy.

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   7.5/10(38 votes)

   #9 - Chapter Fourteen: A Kiss Before Dying

   S2:E110/11/2017

   As Fred's life hangs in the balance following the shooting at Pop's diner, Archie struggles with the emotional aftermath of what he witnessed. Meanwhile, as Veronica steps out of her comfort zone to support Archie, she learns that her father Hiram has arrived to Riverdale earlier than expected. Elsewhere, at Pop's diner, Pop Tate recounts the chilling details of the shooting, which leaves Jughead and Betty questioning the gunman's true motives. Lastly, after running into Cheryl at the hospital, Betty and Kevin are surprised to learn about the fire at Thornhill.

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    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #10 - Chapter Eighty: Purgatorio

    S5:E42/10/2021

    After spending seven years away from Riverdale, Archie returns to find the town is now under Hiram Lodge's grip and on the verge of becoming a ghost town. When Toni catches him up on what's been going on, Archie reaches out to the rest of the gang to return home.

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    7.5/10(205 votes)

    #11 - Chapter One: The River's Edge

    S1:E11/26/2017

    As a new school year begins, the town of Riverdale is reeling from the recent, tragic death of high school golden boy Jason Blossom — and nothing feels the same.

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    7.4/10(29 votes)

    #12 - Chapter Ten: The Witching Hour

    S1:E1010/26/2018

    A revolutionary attack divides the witches and mortals of Greendale, and Sabrina braces for a life-changing choice.

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    7.4/10(25 votes)

    #13 - Chapter Eleven: To Riverdale and Back Again

    S1:E114/27/2017

    Betty is slammed overseeing Homecoming and Reunion weekend, but Alice wants her to help with the Jason Blossom investigation. Alice turns to Archie and Veronica for help, but when Betty discovers they are working with her mom, she is not happy. After seeing his father FP start to clean up his act, Jughead wonders if it's the right time to give him another chance. Cheryl and Polly have both decided to go to Homecoming in Jason's honor, until a revelation waylays their plans. Meanwhile, Fred and Mary attend the Homecoming dance, leaving Fred to possibly reconsider the divorce.

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    7.4/10(17 votes)

    #14 - Chapter Seventy-Nine: Graduation

    S5:E32/3/2021

    With Graduation Day around the corner, the gang consider their next steps beyond Riverdale High. Archie learns whether he will be able to graduate with his classmates. FP makes a difficult decision about his and Jellybean's future.

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    7.4/10(30 votes)

    #15 - Chapter Twenty-One: The Hellbound Heart

    S2:E11/24/2020

    Sabrina recruits Roz, Harvey and Theo for an emotional mission. Prudence and Ambrose travel to New Orleans. Ms. Wardwell returns to Baxter High.

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    7.2/10(26 votes)

    #16 - Chapter Eleven: A Midwinter's Tale

    S1:E1112/14/2018

    During the Church of Night's celebration of the winter solstice, on the longest night of the year, families gather around the Yule fire to sing pagan carols and tell ghost stories. The holidays are also a time for guests and visitors — both welcome and unwelcome — and you never know who'll drop down the chimney.

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    7.2/10(37 votes)

    #17 - Chapter Two: The Dark Baptism

    S1:E210/26/2018

    A legendary guest visits Spellman Mortuary. Ambrose explores a grim revelation, and Sabrina stuns the coven with a shocking announcement.

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    7.1/10(25 votes)

    #18 - Chapter Twelve: The Epiphany

    S1:E124/5/2019

    As Sabrina prepares for a spellbinding showcase, Susie embraces a series of new beginnings, and Ms. Wardwell finds greater purpose at Baxter High.

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    7.1/10(45 votes)

    #19 - Bizarro

    S1:E122/1/2016

    Kara faces off against her mirror image when Bizarro, a twisted version of Supergirl, sets out to destroy her. Also, Kara grows closer with Cat’s son, Adam.

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    7.0/10(22 votes)

    #20 - Chapter Twenty-Eight: Sabrina Is Legend

    S2:E81/24/2020

    The lines between past, present and future blur as Sabrina stages an act of heroic restoration. But will her powers prove to be enough?

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    7.0/10(26 votes)

    #21 - Chapter Thirty-Six: Labor Day

    S3:E110/10/2018

    As the jury begins deliberations in his murder trial, Archie makes a surprising request about how he wants to spend his final days of summer. Betty is forced to deal with her problems head-on after a heated confrontation with Alice and Polly brings up some dark secrets she's kept hidden. Veronica pleads with Hiram to step in and help Archie before a verdict is announced. Finally, Jughead leads the Serpents against the Ghoulies latest attack.

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    7.0/10(11 votes)

    #22 - On My Way

    S3:E142/21/2012

    Things heat up as the New Directions go head-to-head with the Dalton Academy Warblers at Regionals.

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    7.0/10(45 votes)

    #23 - Livewire

    S1:E411/16/2015

    Kara's Thanksgiving may be ruined when she suspects her foster mother, Dr. Danvers, who is coming to town, disapproves of her new role as a superhero. Also, when an accident transforms a volatile CatCo employee into the villainous Livewire, she targets Cat and Supergirl.

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    6.9/10(27 votes)

    #24 - Chapter Thirteen: The Sweet Hereafter

    S1:E135/11/2017

    Archie and Veronica continue to grow closer. Betty is tired of her family acting as if nothing has happened and confronts her mother. Jughead finds himself in an unexpected situation, leaving Archie and the gang scrambling. Hermione makes Fred an offer that seems too good to be true. Meanwhile, the truth about Blossoms' family business is revealed leaving Cheryl to take matters into her own hands.

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    6.9/10(8 votes)

    #25 - Feud

    S4:E163/14/2013

    Blaine and Sue will have a sing-off, while Ryder has a scary story coming.

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