The Following

10 Best Episodes of The Following

Notorious serial killer Joe Carroll, after being found guilty of murdering 14 female students on the Virginia college campus where he taught literature, escapes from death row. The FBI calls former agent Ryan Hardy to consult on the case, as he was the one responsible for Carroll’s capture in 2003. Ryan, working closely with an FBI team, including Mike Weston and FBI Specialist Debra Parker, piece together the ever-growing web of murders orchestrated by the devious Carroll.

Written by Sophie and last updated on dec 30, 2022.

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The Following - S2E4

#15 - Family Affair (Season 2 - Episode 4)

After the latest shocking revelation in the case, Ryan and Max attempt to put the pieces together and stay two-steps ahead of the FBI, despite Weston's constant warnings to stay out of the way. Meanwhile, Emma becomes even closer to Mark and Luke, while Joe and Mandy meet up with a follower in search of assistance.

The episode was rated 8.04 from 1191 votes.

The Following - S1E7

#14 - Let Me Go (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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Joe Carroll makes a case to be transferred to a different facility, raising Ryan's suspicions; Emma and Joey come across one of Roderick's men.

The episode was rated 8.06 from 1124 votes.

The Following - S1E6

#13 - The Fall (Season 1 - Episode 6)

A new follower reveals Carroll's true intentions; Hardy tries to turn Jacob, Emma and Paul against one another; Emma makes a surprising decision.

The episode was rated 8.06 from 1166 votes.

The Following - S2E15

#12 - Forgive (Season 2 - Episode 15)

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When Mark and Luke turn the tables on Joe and Ryan, the two enemies are forced to work together to save the woman they love.

The episode was rated 8.07 from 1141 votes.

The Following - S2E13

#11 - The Reaping (Season 2 - Episode 13)

Ryan's mission to infiltrate the Korban compound and capture Joe doesn't go as planned; Claire asks Carrie to give Joe a message; Weston makes a life-changing decision.

The episode was rated 8.07 from 1119 votes.

The Following - S1E5

#10 - The Siege (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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As Hardy and the team make their next move, panic spreads at the followers' hideout; Carroll seeks out a lawyer from his past.

The episode was rated 8.07 from 1172 votes.

The Following - S2E7

#9 - Sacrifice (Season 2 - Episode 7)

Ryan and the FBI's search for Lily Gray is redirected when Max is faced with a new threat; Joe, Mandy and Emma realize everything isn't what it seems at their new hideout.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 1142 votes.

The Following - S2E14

#8 - Silence (Season 2 - Episode 14)

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Many lives are threatened as Joe enacts his final plan; Claire's decision puts her in treacherous territory; Mark and Luke must decide what to do next.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 1121 votes.

The Following - S2E6

#7 - Fly Away (Season 2 - Episode 6)

Ryan and Max turn to the FBI for back-up on their plan; Joe's relationship enters uncharted territory; Luke ends up in a troubling situation.

The episode was rated 8.10 from 1145 votes.

The Following - S1E14

#6 - The End Is Near (Season 1 - Episode 14)

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Weston, Parker and Ryan plan to storm the mansion, but Joe has already orchestrated his escape; followers create a diversion at the town evacuation center, causing panic and leading to the abduction of an FBI official.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 1169 votes.

The Following - S1E2

#5 - Chapter Two (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Ryan, Agent Weston and FBI Specialist Debra Parker investigate the history of Carroll's psyche; Emma, Jacob and Paul hold Claire's son while they plan for their next move.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 1439 votes.

The Following - S1E15

#4 - The Final Chapter (Season 1 - Episode 15)

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Ryan tries to stop Joe Carroll from achieving his goal; Joe guides Claire to a special location.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 1210 votes.

The Following - S2E9

#3 - Unmasked (Season 2 - Episode 9)

New information leads Max, Ryan and Weston closer to uncovering the mole within the FBI; Joe and Micah launch a plan that sends a message to Ryan and the world.

The episode was rated 8.19 from 1156 votes.

The Following - S1E13

#2 - Havenport (Season 1 - Episode 13)

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When Roderick's role as sheriff is called into question, he makes a shocking decision that impacts Joey; Ryan tries to gain the trust of one of Joe's followers.

The episode was rated 8.23 from 1191 votes.

The Following - S1E1

#1 - Pilot (Season 1 - Episode 1)

Former FBI agent Ryan Hardy is drawn out of retirement when serial killer Joe Carroll escapes from prison; the investigation reveals that Carroll has a cult following.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 1784 votes.

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