Dynasty

10 Best Episodes of Dynasty - Season 1

Follows two of America’s wealthiest families, the Carringtons and the Colbys, as they feud for control over their fortune and their children focusing on Fallon Carrington, the daughter of billionaire Blake Carrington, and her soon-to-be stepmother, Cristal, a Hispanic woman marrying into this WASP family and America’s most powerful class.

Written by Sophie and last updated on nov 28, 2022.

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Dynasty - S1E7

#15 - A Taste of Your Own Medicine (Season 1 - Episode 7)

The episode was rated 7.87 from 284 votes.

Dynasty - S1E14

#14 - The Gospel According to Blake Carrington (Season 1 - Episode 14)

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Suspicious that the Colbys may be up to no good, Fallon plays a dangerous game of charades; meanwhile, Steven finds himself unexpectedly channeling his darker side when he tries to help Sammy Jo, and Cristal must cover-up an impulsive mistake that threatens to implode her marriage.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 210 votes.

Dynasty - S1E9

#13 - Rotten Things (Season 1 - Episode 9)

The Carringtons’ plan for a peaceful holiday are spoiled by two new arrivals and the scandals they bring with them. Blake faces a power struggle with his own father; meanwhile Fallon attempts to reunite the Colbys.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 268 votes.

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#12 - A Line From the Past (Season 1 - Episode 20)

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While Alexis and Blake continue to battle, Alexis enlists in a surprising ally, Jeff Colby. With her loyalties torn, Fallon must decide if she helps save the company or come to the aid of Culhane’s family.

The episode was rated 7.90 from 193 votes.

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#11 - Promises You Can't Keep (Season 1 - Episode 12)

When the Carringtons host a lavish Casino Night party, Cristal and Blake’s marriage is put to the test when an explosive secret from Blake’s past surfaces. Meanwhile, Fallon must reconsider her behavior as she attempts to fix a professional blunder by accepting an indecent proposal.

The episode was rated 8.01 from 226 votes.

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#10 - Use or Be Used (Season 1 - Episode 19)

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The manipulative power games between Fallon and Alexis continue when Alexis — who's grown highly suspect of Fallon's new husband, Liam — meddles in Fallon's love life. Meanwhile, Blake and Cristal spar over whether CA will take responsibility for the health crisis that is hurting Culhane's family.

The episode was rated 8.01 from 193 votes.

Dynasty - S1E18

#9 - Don't Con a Con Artist (Season 1 - Episode 18)

When Fallon and Alexis fight for Steven's love, his relationship with Sam gets caught in the crossfire. Meanwhile, Cristal turns her attention to Culhane's family and stumbles upon a terrible secret. Grant Show, Sam Adegoke and Alan Dale also star. Kevin A. Garnett and Paula Sabbaga wrote the episode, directed by Carl Seaton.

The episode was rated 8.04 from 197 votes.

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#8 - Nothing but Trouble (Season 1 - Episode 13)

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After Fallon’s declaration of professional—and romantic—independence, Jeff tries to reel her back in. As Cristal struggles with Blake’s unorthodox moral compass, she finds herself in a gray area of her own.

The episode was rated 8.06 from 224 votes.

Dynasty - S1E15

#7 - Our Turn Now (Season 1 - Episode 15)

After Fallon discovers that Jeff Colby's motives to marry her are not for love but for revenge, she is forced to continue with her faux engagement until she can save her family from becoming a casualty of the Colby-Carrington war. Sam pulls out all the stops to earn his citizenship and Steven's love, while Cristal must choose between her role as a wife or her role as a stepmother.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 228 votes.

Dynasty - S1E21

#6 - Trashy Little Tramp (Season 1 - Episode 21)

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When Blake thwarts Fallon’s attempts to take the company in a new direction, Fallon realizes that the biggest threat is actually Blake himself.

The episode was rated 8.14 from 184 votes.

Dynasty - S1E10

#5 - A Well-Dressed Tarantula (Season 1 - Episode 10)

Cristal’s efforts to mend her fractured marriage are complicated when a dangerous newcomer threatens to destroy everything she and Blake hold dear. Meanwhile, Fallon celebrates her golden birthday and gains control of her trust, forcing her to think about more than just what size champagne bottles to serve at her party.

The episode was rated 8.14 from 236 votes.

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#4 - I Answer to No Man (Season 1 - Episode 11)

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When Fallon is taken hostage, the rest of the family must come together to enact a rescue mission - but coming together isn't exactly what Carringtons do best. Out of desperation, Culhane turns to Jeff Colby for help, while Cristal is forced to choose between her old family and her new one.

The episode was rated 8.15 from 229 votes.

Dynasty - S1E16

#3 - Poor Little Rich Girl (Season 1 - Episode 16)

In the wake of a sudden Carrington death, Blake's temper pushes Cristal to make a bold decision regarding their marriage. Fallon's feud with Jeff goes public, forcing her to rely on her faux-husband, Liam, for support. Steven processes his grandfather's sordid past and decides how he wants to spend his future.

The episode was rated 8.16 from 218 votes.

Dynasty - S1E17

#2 - Enter Alexis (Season 1 - Episode 17)

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The arrival of Alexis has thrown the entire Carrington family into disarray. After Alexis receives a fortune from Grandpa's will, Fallon sets out to prove her mother weaseled her way into it. Meanwhile, Cristal tries to keep Alexis away from her already shaky marriage to Blake.

The episode was rated 8.28 from 228 votes.

Dynasty - S1E22

#1 - Dead Scratch (Season 1 - Episode 22)

Alexis loses control of her plan with the Colbys; Fallon challenges Blake for control of the company only to learn she's not the only one with a claim to the throne; Sammy Jo and Steven prepare to tie the knot; an unexpected guest causes havoc.

The episode was rated 8.68 from 206 votes.

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