The Real Housewives of New York City

10 Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New York City - Season 1

A fast-paced reality show that follows several incredibly busy and ambitious Manhattan women. Watch as they balance envious social calendars, challenging careers, and motherhood, with the hustle and bustle of the big city all around.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

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#9 - Fashion Week (Season 1 - Episode 3)

Shopping and fashion come to the fore when Jill squires her daughter on an expensive shopping trip, and Bethenny later hits the stores with Jill. Meanwhile, Ramona attends a Fashion Week show, but catty problems arise when she scores a choice seat at the event; and Ramona's daughter struts her stuff at an elite modeling agency.

The episode was rated 6.74 from 42 votes.

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#8 - The Hamptons (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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As Jill and Allyson journey to a plush health center on Martha's Vineyard, Ramona gears up for a Hamptons-based fashion show and LuAnn's daughter participates in an elite equestrian competition. Meanwhile, Ramona serves up a cooking party, but things turn testy when one housewife isn't invited.

The episode was rated 6.78 from 51 votes.

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#7 - Careful, She Bites (Season 1 - Episode 5)

Bethenny serves up healthy culinary pointers to Alex, but events turn sour when romantic problems are disclosed. Elsewhere, Alex basks in a birthday bash on a yacht; and Ramona's daughter preps for a school dance.

The episode was rated 6.84 from 38 votes.

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#6 - Reunion: Watch What Happens (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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Andy Cohen hosts a reunion edition, featuring the New York cast recapping Season 1 highlights and lowlights. Addressed: the dynamic between Jill and Ramona; and Bethenny's romantic dramas.

The episode was rated 6.93 from 27 votes.

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#5 - Second Chances (Season 1 - Episode 7)

In the Season 1 finale, the de Lesseps family visits the Statue of Liberty. Meanwhile, Bobby showers Jill with various gifts---but he fails to win points with an offering of lingerie. And Jill throws a holiday bash for the housewives.

The episode was rated 6.93 from 30 votes.

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#4 - Meet the Wives (Season 1 - Episode 1)

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Ramona heads to the Hamptons for the summer, only to embarrass her daughter at a pool party. In other events, LuAnn also gears up for the Hamptons; Bethenny focuses on her career and her relationship with her boyfriend; and Alex vacations in St. Barts.

The episode was rated 6.95 from 65 votes.

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#3 - Social Wife (Season 1 - Episode 4)

Four of the housewives gather for dinner at a ritzy restaurant, but not all goes down easy when Alex annoys Bethenny. Other wives' tales: Ramona hits the town with her gal pals; LuAnn socializes with her twentysomething niece; Bethenny tries to take her romance to the next level; and Ramona escorts her daughter to a film audition.

The episode was rated 7.00 from 40 votes.

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#2 - Girls' Night Out (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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LuAnn's son objects to her busy social schedule when she and Bethenny go to dinner after having drinks at the house. Elsewhere, an aloof Jason is late to a dinner with Bethenny, Jill and Bobby; and Alex brings Simon to a girls-only night, a move that irks Ramona.

The episode was rated 7.05 from 37 votes.

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#1 - The Lost Footage (Season 1 - Episode 9)

Previously unseen footage from the sudsy, New York-based reality show is presented. Included: insight into Bethenny's romantic life; drama at a Hamptons party; extended snippets of a catfight; and sparked rumors.

The episode was rated 7.06 from 16 votes.

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