The essential episodes of Ringer

Watch these 22 in order and you've got Ringer — each pick states its reason.

1. 01

   S01E01 · Pilot · September 13, 2011 · 1h

   Pilot6.1

   Fearing for her life after witnessing a murder, Bridget Kelly secretly flees to New York to see her estranged twin sister, Siobhan; after Siobhan disappears, Bridget assumes her identity.

2. 02

   S01E02 · Top rated · September 20, 2011 · 1h

   She's Ruining Everything5.6

   Bridget tries to cover up a crime she committed without blowing her Siobhan cover. Machado stays in NYC to learn more about Siobhan. Bridget confides her secrets to Malcolm. Andrew and his business partner throw a party. Gemma's suspicions of Henry grow.

3. 03

   S01E03 · Top rated · September 27, 2011 · 1h

   If You Ever Want a French Lesson...5.5

   Bridget discovers a possible clue that could lead to Siobhan's killer, and uncovers intriguing information about Andrew. Machado continues to pursue Bridget. Henry and Gemma butt heads over their investment in Andrew's hedge fund.

4. 04

   S01E04 · Top rated · October 4, 2011 · 1h

   It's Gonna Kill Me, But I'll Do It6.4

   Bridget, still posing as Siobhan, takes a trip to the Hamptons with Andrew, Gemma, and Henry to celebrate her birthday. Despite the close proximity to Gemma and Andrew, Henry is determined to rekindle his affair with Siobhan. Gemma learns some upsetting news, and FBI agent Machado uncovers some new information, which forces Bridget to reveal some information about her past in order to protect her secrets.

5. 05

   S01E05 · Top rated · October 11, 2011 · 1h

   A Whole New Kind of Bitch6.2

   Gemma asks Bridget, who is still posing as Siobhan, to do her a risky favor. Henry receives some disappointing news about his writing career, and Andrew struggles with his rocky relationship with his teenage daughter, Juliet. Bridget meets a potential new sponsor named Charlie at a local Narcotics Anonymous meeting, while Malcolm battles his demons when he is put in a situation that threatens his sobriety.

6. 06

   S01E06 · Top rated · October 18, 2011 · 1h

   The Poor Kids Do It Everyday5.5

   When Bridget is unable to get in touch with Gemma, she starts to suspect that something has happened between Gemma and Henry. Juliet starts a new public school, where she must defend herself against the school bully, and her teacher, Mr. Carpenter, comes to her rescue. Bridget asks Charlie for a favor that could come back to haunt her, while Agent Machado starts to investigate Malcolm's disappearance.

7. 07

   S01E07 · Top rated · November 1, 2011 · 1h

   Oh Gawd, There's Two of Them?5.6

   With Agent Machado pressing down, Bridget, still pretending to be Siobhan, tells Andrew and Henry that she has a twin sister. Henry is now suspected of being responsible for Gemma's disappearance. Juliet's partying is out of control. After escaping, Malcolm is on the run from his kidnappers.

8. 08

   S01E08 · Top rated · November 8, 2011 · 1h

   Maybe We Can Get a Dog Instead?5.4

   Andrew and Bridget learn some unsettling news that also affects Henry. Juliet continues to grow closer to her teacher, Mr. Carpenter, and Malcolm arrives in New York, where he is confronted by Agent Machado. Siobhan's relationship with Tyler is jeopardized.

9. 09

   S01E09 · Top rated · November 15, 2011 · 1h

   Shut Up and Eat Your Bologna5.8

   While Henry and Olivia form an attraction to each other, Bridget's realizes she's developed feelings for Andrew. Bridget's new NA sponsor raises concerns with Malcolm. Hoping to find out more about Siobhan, Bridget sets up an appointment with her sister's therapist.

10. 10

    S01E10 · Top rated · November 29, 2011 · 1h

    That's What You Get for Trying to Kill Me5.5

    Henry thinks he has identified a suspect in the disappearance of his wife, Gemma, but realizes that he needs to work with Bridget to find out more information. Malcolm goes to the police about his suspicion of Charlie, while Juliet's interest in her teacher, Mr. Carpenter, begins to turn into an unhealthy obsession. Meanwhile, back in Wyoming, Agent Machado meets with an informant.

11. 11

    S01E11 · Top rated · January 31, 2012 · 1h

    It Just Got Normal5.9

    Bridget offers to host a fund raiser for Juliet's school and learns that her friend Greer knows one of Siobhan's secrets. Siobhan can't believe that Bridget has adapted as well as she has to her new life. Malcolm goes to work for Andrew. Henry mourns his wife.

12. 12

    S01E12 · Top rated · February 7, 2012 · 1h

    What Are You Doing Here, Ho-Bag?6.2

    Catherine, Juliet's mother, shows up in New York, and her presence strains Andrew and Bridget's relationship. Bridget uncovers a man from Siobhan's past who she thinks might be a valuable source of information about her sister. Meanwhile, Henry finds a lead that makes Agent Machado believe he is closing in on Bridget.

13. 13

    S01E13 · Season 1 peak · February 14, 2012 · 1h

    It's Easy to Cry When This Much Cash is Involved6.5

    Bridget retraces Siobhan's last steps prior to her disappearance and discovers that her twin kept a secret office. Olivia blackmails Henry into introducing her to Gemma's wealthy father. Tyler faces a moral decision that could impact Siobhan and Andrew.

14. 14

    S01E14 · Top rated · February 21, 2012 · 1h

    Whores Don't Make That Much6.4

    Bridget encounters Dylan, who was an important part of the sisters' past. After finding something in Henry's possession that belongs to Bridget, Malcolm befriends Henry to keep an eye on him. Catherine asks Andrew to make a big decision regarding Juliet that could change their family dynamic.

15. 15

    S01E15 · Top rated · February 28, 2012 · 1h

    P.S. You're an Idiot5.8

    When Andrew proposes again, Bridget realizes that she is in over her head. Olivia becomes more suspicious of Malcolm as he works at Martin/Charles. Juliet makes an important decision that forces her mother Catherine to take drastic measures.

16. 16

    S01E16 · Top rated · March 6, 2012 · 1h

    You're Way Too Pretty to Go to Jail5.9

    Machado's past with stripper Shaylene Briggs is revealed. Siobhan masquerades as Bridget to Malcolm. Henry realizes that Bridget knows more than she should. Tyler takes something from Siobhan that's a key piece of evidence in her revenge plot.

17. 17

    S01E17 · Top rated · March 13, 2012 · 1h

    What We Have is Worth the Pain6.5

    Bridget becomes concerned when she can't get in touch with Malcolm; Juliet learns that someone in her family had a hand in Tessa's attack; Siobhan makes a confession to Henry.

18. 18

    S01E18 · Top rated · March 20, 2012 · 1h

    That Woman's Never Been a Victim Her Entire Life6.4

    An attempt is made on Bridget's life. As Machado investigates, Henry accuses Siobhan of putting out a hit on her sister while Bridget believes Olivia is responsible. In other events, Andrew admits he asked Malcolm to leave, and Juliet goes missing.

19. 19

    S01E19 · Top rated · March 27, 2012 · 1h

    Let's Kill Bridget!6.2

    Bridget decides she won't feel safe unless she testifies against Macawi; Machado's actions get him suspended; Henry becomes impatient with Siobhan and gives her an ultimatum.

20. 20

    S01E20 · Top rated · April 3, 2012 · 1h

    If You're Just an Evil Bitch Then Get Over It6.1

    Still posing as Siobhan, Bridget tells Agent Machado that someone tried to kill her months earlier and that she suspected Andrew. Bridget stops by Henry's apartment, and Siobhan overhears her accuse Henry of killing Tyler. Meanwhile, Catherine takes extreme measures to bring Andrew closer to her.

21. 21

    S01E21 · Top rated · April 10, 2012 · 1h

    It's Called Improvising, Bitch!6.4

    Catherine is unsuccessful in her plan to destroy the relationship between Andrew and Bridget, who is still posing as Siobhan. Machado learns who wanted Siobhan dead. Siobhan's plan to help Henry hits a snag.

22. 22

    S01E22 · Series finale · April 17, 2012 · 1h

    I'm the Good Twin6.3

    As the date of the vow renewal approaches, Bridget decides she needs to reveal her true identity to Andrew. Meanwhile, with Bodaway Macawi closing in on Bridget, Agent Machado is forced off the case, and Henry struggles with the decision to tell Bridget the truth about Siobhan.