Sweet Magnolias (2020–present)

Plot
Lifelong friends Maddie, Helen and Dana Sue lift each other up as they juggle relationships, family and careers in the small Southern town of Serenity.
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Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
Save My PlaceErik makes a decision about his future. Miss Paula announces her new plan. The town turns out to celebrate a happy couple, but an unwanted guest appears. - 02
Meet Me Where I AmErik opens up to Isaac while Helen ponders her future. Over margaritas, Maddie reveals the deal she made with Cal. Dana Sue and Ronnie plan a party. - 03
The SearchersThe competition heats up and the friendly trash talk flies as Serenity gathers for the Forager Festival. A vengeful Kathy cooks up a couple of schemes.
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Pour It OutMay 19, 2020Amid prying eyes, Maddie tries to move on from Bill's fall from grace. Dana Sue deals with problems in her kitchen. Helen makes a life-alter - S01E02
A United FrontMay 19, 2020Maddie confers with Coach Cal about Tyler's struggles on and off the baseball field, and Helen works to put a devastated family back togethe - S01E03
Give Drink to the ThirstyMay 19, 2020While delays plague the trio's renovation plans, Maddie strikes a deal with Bill, Dana Sue stresses out over work and home, and Kyle opens u - S01E04
Lay It All DownMay 19, 2020The town's tongues start wagging over Maddie's new friend, Dana Sue suffers a health scare, and Helen takes a legal threat personally. - S01E05
Dance First, Think LaterMay 19, 2020Mother Nature, a clumsy contractor and Maddie's longtime rival conspire to throw the spa's big opening into chaos. Tyler helps Annie out of - S01E06
Season's bestAll Best IntentionsMay 19, 2020Maddie worries about prying eyes when she's with Cal, a humiliated Annie feels betrayed by Tyler, and Bill surprises the kids with a special - S01E07
Hold My HandMay 19, 2020Maddie's coziness with Cal causes complications, Helen fights for a mock trial student, Noreen receives a welcome visitor, and Erik bonds wi - S01E08
What Fools These Mortals BeMay 19, 2020As Bill makes a series of bad decisions that impact those closest to him, Noreen attends Kyle's play and Maddie takes a big step forward wit - S01E09
Where You Find MeMay 19, 2020On the morning of the mock trial, Kyle's behavior worries everyone. Meanwhile, Dana Sue sparks a connection with a handsome farmer. - S01E10
Storms and RainbowsMay 19, 2020As prom night approaches, Maddie comes to a decision about Cal, Dana Sue scrambles to secure her future, and Helen calls an emergency margar
Season02
- S02E01
Season's bestCasseroles and CasualtiesFebruary 4, 2022In the waiting room, the families gather for news from the doctors, and Ty's plans for the season change. Over margaritas, Helen shares an a - S02E02
So Much to SayFebruary 4, 2022Helen helps Isaac in his search for answers, Dana Sue's restaurant hits a financial hiccup, and Maddie tries to find out what happened with - S02E03
The More Things ChangeFebruary 4, 2022While Coach Cal and Ty work through disappointments, a new kind of heartbreak hits Helen, and Dana Sue gets a late-night visitor on her fron - S02E04
Walk of FaithFebruary 4, 2022The questions keep coming as Maddie investigates the lot behind the spa and Helen looks for clues in what Isaac's birth mother left behind. - S02E05
Great ExpectationsFebruary 4, 2022Dana Sue's relationships become the talk of Serenity social media. Maddie uncovers who's behind the town's parking problem — bless their hea - S02E06
Find It in Your HeartFebruary 4, 2022When the mayor won't see them, the Magnolias take their plans to the next level. At karaoke, Helen and Erik give the town something to talk - S02E07
Fragile ThingsFebruary 4, 2022New beginnings abound as Serenity welcomes Noreen's baby, Isaac's birth mother tells him her whole story, and Erik reveals his painful past - S02E08
The Rules of the GameFebruary 4, 2022As the recall petition quickly picks up steam, Maddie and Cal attend a black-tie charity fundraiser and Ronnie presses Dana Sue to make up h - S02E09
Dear HeartFebruary 4, 2022Friends gather to plan a celebration of life. Meanwhile, counseling is off to a rocky start for Ronnie and Dana Sue, and Isaac meets his bir - S02E10
If Thou Wilt, RememberFebruary 4, 2022More than margaritas are shaken up as Cal's past resurfaces, an unsavory acquaintance returns to Serenity, and Helen faces a life-changing d
Season03Best season
- S03E01
Meaning to Tell YouJuly 20, 2023After the incident at the restaurant, an unlikely ally offers to help Cal. Helen shares her painful secret and Maddie grills Ty about a rumo - S03E02
Meet Me Where I AmJuly 20, 2023Erik opens up to Isaac while Helen ponders her future. Over margaritas, Maddie reveals the deal she made with Cal. Dana Sue and Ronnie plan - S03E03
The SearchersJuly 20, 2023The competition heats up and the friendly trash talk flies as Serenity gathers for the Forager Festival. A vengeful Kathy cooks up a couple - S03E04
Be BoldJuly 20, 2023Peggy digs into the mayor's activities after his announcement. Dana Sue learns the reason behind Miss Frances' gift. Helen gives CeCe anothe - S03E05
On This FoundationJuly 20, 2023Mary Vaughn drops a bombshell on Bill and Kyle. Annie has the shindig of her dreams — until a party crasher arrives. Erik meets a Serenity n - S03E06
And a Star to Steer Her ByJuly 20, 2023Friends rally around Harlan after a crisis. Maddie and Dana Sue hire an esthetician. While at odds with the Magnolias, Helen receives heartb - S03E07
Somebody I'm Longing to SeeJuly 20, 2023A devastated Helen finds comfort in her family away from Serenity. Bill hopes to be more involved in Rebecca's life. Dana Sue walks into a t - S03E08
Beat Me at My Own GameJuly 20, 2023Ronnie gives Kathy what she wants, but it comes at a steep price. Erik meets Jeremy and comes to a realization. The kids rally to restore a - S03E09
A Game of TelephoneJuly 20, 2023An ex brings tensions and more to the table during a dinner with Maddie and Cal. Kyle deals with a secret admirer. Dana Sue has a change of - S03E10
Season's bestSave My PlaceJuly 20, 2023Erik makes a decision about his future. Miss Paula announces her new plan. The town turns out to celebrate a happy couple, but an unwanted g
Season04
- S04E01
Season's bestThe Other Side of the VeilFebruary 6, 2025Bubbly in hand, the Magnolias toast to the future. The restaurant hosts an elegant event, and a festive Halloween party conjures up bewitchi - S04E02
Practical DreamsFebruary 6, 2025Helen navigates a deepening crisis, while Dana Sue challenges her students to spread their culinary wings. An unexpected visitor brings impo - S04E03
Abundant GraceFebruary 6, 2025The Magnolias come together after a personal tragedy. Kyle's online hobby wins him new popularity, and a life-changing secret comes to light - S04E04
How Great Thou ArtFebruary 6, 2025The Townsend kids process a sudden revelation. Maddie asserts her boundaries at home, while Helen helps the mayor get ahead of the town's ru - S04E05
True NorthFebruary 6, 2025Torn between duty and desire, Ty follows his heart. Serenity hunkers down as a massive storm makes landfall. Erik risks everything in the na - S04E06
Ring That BellFebruary 6, 2025Cal and the restaurant staff scramble to feed the town. A viral video puts Maddie in the spotlight. Helen kisses and tells with an extra-spi - S04E07
Hide and SeekFebruary 6, 2025When the Sentinel publishes a hurtful article, Helen's damage control pours fuel on the fire. Back from Ohio, Isaac breaks bread with the To - S04E08
Walls and DoorsFebruary 6, 2025Ronnie's behavior worries Dana Sue. Erik reveals his private passion. A new generation of Magnolias hold their first meeting — minus the mar - S04E09
Dance Your Sugarplum OffFebruary 6, 2025Cherished holiday traditions, both old and new, brighten the Christmas season for all. Maddie's recent news exposure yields an adventurous o - S04E10
Do Not Be AfraidFebruary 6, 2025Serenity gathers for its annual festival. As relationships blossom and new plans abound, the Magnolias ponder the next chapter in their evol
Season05
- S05E01
Season's bestThe Magnolias Take ManhattanJune 11, 2026Six months after Maddie's move, the Magnolias take a bite out of the Big Apple — and wash it down with margaritas. - S05E02
Bigger and BrighterJune 11, 2026As Maddie and Cal start new chapters, Dana Sue and Ronnie find themselves on different pages. Helen dusts off an old playbook for her dream - S05E03
Never Stop GraduatingJune 11, 2026Maddie helps Kyle and company tame a theatrical crisis. Helen gets an unwelcome glimpse of the "Whitley Way." Annie receives bittersweet new - S05E04
Swing for the FencesJune 11, 2026The Magnolias shake their pompoms as the Bulldogs take the field for the annual alumni game. Shopping for bridesmaid dresses unearths deep e - S05E05
Aim BigJune 11, 2026An unexpected opportunity for Cal tests Maddie's faith in the future. Annie's heart is pulled in two directions. Old wounds resurface for He - S05E06
Smoke and MirrorsJune 11, 2026A town tradition proves food and fellowship can brighten the darkest days. Kyle and Lily clash with a co-star. Isaac learns love can thrive - S05E07
Same SkyJune 11, 2026A whimsical bridal shower and a brain-teasing bachelor party honor the soon-to-be newlyweds — as a shocking secret shakes another couple's f - S05E08
Everyday, Every DayJune 11, 2026The Magnolias bring their sparkle to Savannah for a whirlwind bachelorette weekend. Back in Serenity, the Mini Magnolias help Annie narrow t - S05E09
Common LanguageJune 11, 2026The Magnolias unveil their bold new vision at the revived Art Walk. A face from Cal's past raises uncertainty. Tensions simmer as the Whitle - S05E10
Come HomeJune 11, 2026On Helen's wedding day, Maddie and Dana Sue raise a toast to hope, healing, heartbreak and the enduring bonds of friendship.
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