The Best Episodes Written By Wendy Riss
Every TV Episode Written by Wendy Riss Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Wendy Riss Ratings Summary
The best episode written by Wendy Riss is "Donnie or Marie", rated 7.8/10 from 15 user votes. It was "directed by Keith Gordon". "Donnie or Marie" aired on 6/10/2012 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Blood in the Water".
7.8/10 15 votes#1 - Donnie or Marie
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 6/10/2012
Sarah and Holder close in on the murderer. Meanwhile, the Richmond campaign preps for the election; and the Larsens seek to get their lives back in order.
Director: Keith Gordon
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.7/10 3 votes#2 - Blood in the Water
Season 4 Episode 15 - Aired 6/9/2017
Mary’s life hangs in the balance — Childbirth threatens to take Mary’s life, which leaves her and her unborn child’s safety in jeopardy. Elizabeth discovers that someone in her inner circle was the cause of the death of someone close to her.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.5/10 2 votes#3 - Virgin Territory
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/23/2007
Stunned by the news of Earl's death, a grieving Dahlia and her family head back to camp, where Dale looks to settle old scores with Wayne, while Ginny schemes to tie the knot between Di Di and Ken.
Director: Brian Kirk
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.4/10 5 votes#4 - The Prince of the Blood
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/13/2014
Princess Claude makes a surprise visit home. The princess is known to be a provocative and reckless young woman. Greer's wedding tour ends earlier than expected.
Director: Deborah Chow
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.4/10 8 votes#5 - Tom
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/16/2023
Homm begins to unravel how Intaverse ties in with Crowley's master plan as Crowley's forces start to close in. Hailey tries in vain to get Weir, who is continually distracted by the puzzle of Valence’s death, to trust her. Meanwhile, Agent Madi investigates Weir's ex-wife, Liv, for possible clues. And, Ben has a secret…
Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.1/10 16 votes#6 - Ghosts of the Past
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 4/22/2012
Sarah receives a message from the dead that may shed light on the identity of Rosie's killer. Meanwhile, Mitch befriends a young runaway; and Richmond has grave doubts about his future in politics.
Director: Ed Bianchi
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.0/10 2 votes#7 - Dead Calm
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 4/22/2008
Wayne struggles to regain Dahlia's trust while also attempting to keep Dale and the other Travellers away. Meanwhile, Cael and Rosaleen become closer, and Nina throws a party for Jim.
Director: Michael Spiller
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.0/10 8 votes#8 - Chapter Seven
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 5/29/2018
After WWII, Picasso joins the Communist Party but struggles to align his artwork with his own political beliefs. Affected by a tragic love affair from his past, Picasso falters in his responsibilities to Françoise.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
7.0/10 3 votes#9 - Long Live the King
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 5/8/2014
Mary teams up with Catherine to deal with Henry, whose deranged behavior puts Francis at risk. Elsewhere, Bash resolves to destroy the Darkness after meeting a boy who survived the horror; and a devoted Lola tries to protect Julien.
Director: Jeremiah S. Chechik
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.8/10 4 votes#10 - Extreme Measures
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/23/2015
When King Antoine unexpectedly returns to Court, Mary must help Francis hide his weakening condition long enough to secure his family's future. With the Throne in jeopardy and time running out, they must turn to an unlikely ally in need of redemption.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.5/10 4 votes#11 - Dead of Night
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 5/5/2017
Mary and Darnley are at odds as their plan to seize England is put into action. Elizabeth is conflicted about her feelings for Gideon. Catherine's son Henri tries to claim the throne from Charles.
Director: Deborah Chow
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.3/10 3 votes#12 - Barbarians at the Gate
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 6/16/2024
The Mayor makes his presence known to Konstantin. Bunny brings Mike up to speed on a failed assassination attempt.
Director: Nina Lopez-Corrado
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.3/10 3 votes#13 - Marya Was Here
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 7/14/2024
An incident on the bridge raises questions across Kingstown. Mike sets a risky plan in motion.
Director: Guy Ferland
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.3/10 3 votes#14 - Royal Blood
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 2/27/2014
Clarissa kidnaps Henry and Catherine's youngest sons, so Catherine turns to Mary and Bash for help. Elsewhere, Lola tries to assist her brother with a debt, but when she gets in over her head, Francis comes to her aid.
Director: Holly Dale
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.0/10 3 votes#15 - Monsters
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 3/27/2014
Bash saves Francis' life while they're in the woods exploring the latest ominous threat. Meanwhile, Henry becomes obsessed with a servant who won a contest; Greer is seen kissing a kitchen servant; and Henry forces a new couple into a union.
Director: Jeff Renfroe
Writer: Wendy Riss
6.0/10 4 votes#16 - Love & Death
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 3/24/2017
Mary must deal with the political repercussions of a potential marriage to Lord Darnley and King Charles disappears, leaving Catherine to pick up the pieces. Elizabeth comes to Gideon's aid, while Claude receives an interesting proposition.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.8/10 4 votes#17 - Chosen
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/21/2013
Francis observes the growing bond between Mary and Bash, so he turns to Olivia. Meanwhile, Catherine wants to ensure that whoever threatened Mary is captured; Bash seeks to repay his debt; and Kenna tells her friends about her affair with Henry.
Director: Bradley Walsh
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.7/10 3 votes#18 - No Way Out
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 5/2/2016
Mary must prioritize her life over her cousin's. Meanwhile, Lola and Elizabeth unexpectedly join forces; Catherine can't escape her past; and Mary and Gideon begin to see each other in a new light.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.5/10 4 votes#19 - Drawn and Quartered
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 10/9/2014
A powerful and dominating Lord learns Mary was responsible for his son's death, he demands retribution. Francis and Lola return to the castle with their new son.
Director: Jeff Renfroe
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.5/10 2 votes#20 - Wedlock
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 1/15/2016
Claude is forced to marry someone selected by Narcisse. Meanwhile, a surprising discovery is made by Elizabeth, and it could alter her reign; and Mary asks Gideon to help her confirm her suspicions about Prince Don Carlos.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.2/10 5 votes#21 - Mercy
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 12/11/2014
Francis comes to a surprising decision. Mary takes part in a treacherous mission with Lord Condé.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.2/10 5 votes#22 - With Friends Like These
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 2/10/2017
Queen Mary, unsure who to trust, tests her brother James to ensure his loyalty after hearing of his meeting with John Knox. Queen Elizabeth agrees to help Lord Darnley, in an attempt to sabotage the powerful suitor’s relationship with Mary.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss
5.0/10 4 votes#23 - Reversal of Fortune
Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 4/16/2015
Mary becomes the temporary leader of France; Catherine asks Narcisse for help beating Mary at her own game; Bash sees a familiar face in the village.
Director: N/A
Writer: Wendy Riss