The Royals

10 Best Episodes of The Royals - Season 1

Drama about a fictional British Royal family set in modern day London, who inhabit a world of opulence and regal tradition that caters to any and every desire, but one that also comes with a price tag of duty, destiny and intense public scrutiny.

Written by Sophie and last updated on dec 02, 2022.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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#10 - Stand And Unfold Yourself (Season 1 - Episode 1)

After the sudden death of their older brother and heir to the throne, Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor have a hard time with their new roles; Queen Helena tries to maintain the family's image; King Simon questions the monarchy's future.

The episode was rated 7.35 from 370 votes.

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#9 - Sweet, Not Lasting (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Prince Liam does his first PR tour as heir to the throne; Queen Helena forces Princess Eleanor to do a PR tour of London.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 251 votes.

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#8 - Infants Of The Spring (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Prince Liam is reunited with his ex, Gemma, at the annual garden party; the Queen and Cyrus work against King Simon.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 281 votes.

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#7 - We Are Pictures, Or Mere Beasts (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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During London's fashion week, the Queen and Princess Eleanor throw competing fashion shows; Prince Liam narrowly avoids disaster.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 254 votes.

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#6 - Unmask Her Beauty To The Moon (Season 1 - Episode 5)

Prince Liam, Princess Eleanor and Queen Helena's romances are a popular topic at the annual masquerade ball.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 225 votes.

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#5 - Your Sovereignty Of Reason (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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The king makes a decision that affects the family; Ophelia must deal with the fallout from the PR tour in Monaco.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 223 votes.

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#4 - In My Heart There Was A Kind Of Fighting (Season 1 - Episode 9)

Prince Robert receives a visit from someone from his past; Prince Liam and Princess Eleanor must deal with their own demons.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 212 votes.

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#3 - The Slings And Arrows Of Outrageous Fortune (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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A trip to Monaco helps Prince Liam and Ophelia's relationship blossom but a different side of Princess Eleanor is revealed.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 224 votes.

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#2 - The Great Man Down (Season 1 - Episode 8)

The Royal Family is put on lockdown in a safe room at the palace after an assassination attempt.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 230 votes.

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#1 - Our Wills And Fates Do So Contrary Run (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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Not knowing that Cyrus manipulated the paternity announcement, Liam asks Ophelia to run away with him. Eleanor drops the charges against Jasper and enlists his aid in meeting Robert's killer. Helena does a television interview. Cyrus finally gets his wish.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 222 votes.

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