The Circle (2020–present)
netflix
Plot
Status and strategy collide in this social experiment and competition show where online players flirt, befriend and catfish their way toward $100,000.
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Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
Single and Ready to MingleEight players kick things off by discussing go-to dance moves, past relationships and more. First impressions form fast, so every emoji counts. - 02
An Unlikely Team EmergesAfter a shocking vote, two players get a big surprise. A funny new face has the chat laughing, while strategic cliques start to form behind the scenes. - 03
I Can't Believe I Just Sent That…One player opens up in a game of Truth Or Dare while another sets off catfish alarm bells. Two potential couples get their Circle flirt on.
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Season's bestHello, CircleJanuary 1, 2020Ready for first impressions? The experiment begins as the players craft their profiles and start connecting ... for better or worse. - S01E02
Face-to-FaceJanuary 1, 2020A surprise confrontation raises the stakes of the game. Later, the players get ready to party, and a special guest scopes out the competitio - S01E03
There's a Catfish Among UsJanuary 1, 2020An anonymous game of “Ask Me Anything” leads to a series of accusations. Meanwhile, Miranda refines her cheeky strategy, and Shubham finds h - S01E04
Planting DoubtJanuary 1, 2020Another tense elimination leads to an honest conversation, a casual connection evolves into an intimate bond, and a quirky new player joins - S01E05
Sliding into DMsJanuary 8, 2020As a new day dawns, a fresh face joins the Circle -- and presents a series of stirring questions. Rebecca turns the heat up on the gameplay. - S01E06
Anonymous TrollingJanuary 8, 2020Mercedeze faces her toughest critics and makes a candid request. Two new influencers are picked, and one player must say goodbye. - S01E07
Picking TeamsJanuary 8, 2020Two new players settle into the Circle, just in time for trivia night. On the heels of a competitive match, Sammie makes an emotional reveal - S01E08
The Player I'm Saving Is ...January 8, 2020Tension and tenderness intersect as the influencers deal with an elimination twist, and two players connect in person. A new face joins the - S01E09
Instant BlockJanuary 15, 2020How about another round of shake-ups? Sean shares a personal secret with the Circle, and a face-to-face meeting makes for an unusual bond. - S01E10
Declare Your RivalJanuary 15, 2020The Circle dials up the drama with a cutthroat round of true confessions. The game’s first “superinfluencer” steps into power. - S01E11
The Last RatingJanuary 15, 2020As the experiment winds down, Sammie and Ed bond over similar suspicions. The players prepare to choose a winner -- and orchestrate one last - S01E12
FinaleJanuary 15, 2020The truth finally comes to light when the finalists meet in the flesh, and at the players reunion, the winner is announced.
Season02
- S02E01
Back and More Savage Than EverApril 14, 2021The game begins as eight players — including a familiar face from “Too Hot to Handle” — move in, make profiles and (warily) mingle. - S02E02
Alliances Are FormedApril 14, 2021As the influencers consider their pivotal picks, the others continue building relationships. Also, creativity and cringe collide during a po - S02E03
Bye, Bye, Bye!April 14, 2021A new player sparks excitement and uncertainty. Savannah spills the tea — and targets a former ally. A game of Truth or Dare takes a tense t - S02E04
Season's bestLines Are DrawnApril 14, 2021Bad blood continues to boil between Terilisha and Savannah, leaving the other players torn about their loyalties. Chloe questions Emily’s ga - S02E05
Snake in the GrassApril 21, 2021As Courtney takes control of an intriguing twist, the others reconvene and unpack some elimination drama. Meanwhile, two new players join th - S02E06
A Love TriangleApril 21, 2021A new day dawns as Chloe considers her feelings for Trevor — and Mitchell. The Joker shakes up the ranking. Terilisha and Khat explore a new - S02E07
Friend Zoned....April 21, 2021A blocked player pays a visit and plants new seeds of skepticism. Khat puts Lance’s identity to the test. Jonathan Van Ness pops in for a ch - S02E08
Damage ControlApril 21, 2021Tensions mount as catfish accusations fly. Meanwhile, an anonymous round of Q&A stirs the pot, and a unique double block redefines the game. - S02E09
A New TwistApril 28, 2021Khat takes aim at Chloe’s integrity — much to the dismay of her allies. Trevor pursues a better bond with Mitchell. A new player makes himse - S02E10
Campaigning to WinApril 28, 2021The sweet sound of patriotism sweeps through the Circle as the players take part in Democracy Day. An elimination deliberation gets personal - S02E11
The Master PlanApril 28, 2021After a major blocking, the players decode a departing message. Two competing duos craft new plans. The Circle goes glam for an awards cerem - S02E12
The Last BlockingApril 28, 2021The players brace for a final blocking and attempt to build last-minute bonds. Chloe faces a hard truth. The Circle reveals a new influencer - S02E13
And the Winner Is...May 5, 2021Host Michelle Buteau greets the finalists as they prepare for one last rating — and a face-to-face meetup. Who will take home the $100,000 p
Season03
- S03E01
Circle, Did You Miss Me?September 8, 2021The game begins as the players make profiles and share their interests, including shirtless selfies, family bickering and a casual blocking. - S03E02
A New TwistSeptember 8, 2021A shocking shake-up leaves the players divided — and more confused than ever. Meanwhile, one jokester initiates a group chat with like-minde - S03E03
Identity TheftSeptember 8, 2021After a pivotal vote, the group grapples with a wave of skepticism. Two new players join the Circle. A flashback photo game reveals new trut - S03E04
A Flirtatious AllianceSeptember 8, 2021A morning chat sparks fresh flirtation, the players throw shade during an anonymous review session, and the influencers receive a last-minut - S03E05
The Real MichelleSeptember 15, 2021After a face-to-face blocking, a competitor stirs the pot. The Wolf Pack grows as a new alliance takes shape. Lil Yachty stops by for a rap - S03E06
A New Member of the WolfpackSeptember 15, 2021An enthusiastic newbie joins the game and catches up on lingering drama. Elsewhere, the group prepares for a rating that's chock-full of sur - S03E07
Shock BlockingSeptember 15, 2021Tension leads to tenderness as a blocked player bids farewell, but not before gifting a secret advantage. A mysterious ghost hunter joins th - S03E08
Season's bestFull Out WarSeptember 15, 2021Things take a sweet — and strategic — turn as the players decorate cakes. Later, one ally tests another's loyalty, and two new influencers t - S03E09
Ghostbusting & CatfishingSeptember 22, 2021A double-blocking bombshell leaves the players speechless. A sudden alert sheds new light on a secret reality, and an avid gamer gets ready - S03E10
A Circle DividedSeptember 22, 2021A player speaks the truth — and puts a target on another’s back. An alert triggers a sigh of relief, and a group chat showdown gets personal - S03E11
Choosing SidesSeptember 22, 2021After a bit of back and forth, the influencers agree on a block. A departing player spills some tea. Plus, the Circle goes glam for prom nig - S03E12
The Final StretchSeptember 22, 2021The final blocking draws closer, but not before a suite of emotional messages arrive. Also, the players start to sweat during a savage round - S03E13
FinaleSeptember 29, 2021Michelle Buteau delivers surprise and delight as the final five reflect on their gameplay and get ready for the grand reveal of this season’
Season04
- S04E01
A Spicy StartMay 4, 2022The players move in and virtually mingle, chatting about everything from beloved pups to pimple popping. But who will make the best first im - S04E02
Cake Me As I AmMay 4, 2022On the heels of a spicy twist, a new competitor makes his way into the game, the crew gets crafty with a cake challenge, and alliances take - S04E03
90's Party SurpriseMay 4, 2022A player bids farewell and shares parting advice. Two newbies join the game — armed with friendly banter and witch oil. Also, it's '90s part - S04E04
Season's bestNobody Is SafeMay 4, 2022The gang needs answers as two pop stars work to keep up their ruse. Will they score points or spark suspicions during the trivia challenge? - S04E05
Goodbye My FriendsMay 11, 2022A mission comes to a close-but was it a success? After saying goodbye to the pop icons, the group continues the search for catfish. - S04E06
All Is Fair in Circle WarMay 11, 2022As alliances evolve, one player perfects his bro-cabulary. Meanwhile, ratings are revealed, and comedian Nikki Glaser leads a roast-writing - S04E07
The Party DivideMay 11, 2022Power takes a painful turn, and an influencer deals with an in-person blocking. Two newcomers join the game including one with a familiar fa - S04E08
Circle Cyber AttackMay 11, 2022After the parties, the players return to bonding and scheming, until a mysterious and menacing glitch triggers more drama than ever before. - S04E09
Trust Is TestedMay 18, 2022A surprising exit challenges an alliance. A fitness frenzy gets the gang moving, and two contestants turn up the heat in an extra sexy priva - S04E10
A Plea for SurvivalMay 18, 2022Two players bond over an emotional share, a ratings reveal leaves the group speechless, and the influencers make major moves in front of eve - S04E11
Throw to the WolvesMay 18, 2022Who will stay after two powerful pleas? It's time to find out. The competitors pick up the brushes - and turn ruthless - during a painting s - S04E12
Just When You Thought You Were SafeMay 18, 2022Suspicions mount over one player's identity. The Circle delivers some surprise tenderness. A secret super influencer selects this season's f - S04E13
A Winner Is CrownedMay 25, 2022Michelle Buteau reunites this season's players as the game comes to a close - and a winner is named. Who will take home the whopping cash pr
Season05Best season
- S05E01Season's bestSingle and Ready to MingleDecember 28, 2022Eight players kick things off by discussing go-to dance moves, past relationships and more. First impressions form fast, so every emoji coun
- S05E02An Unlikely Team EmergesDecember 28, 2022After a shocking vote, two players get a big surprise. A funny new face has the chat laughing, while strategic cliques start to form behind
- S05E03I Can't Believe I Just Sent That…December 28, 2022One player opens up in a game of Truth Or Dare while another sets off catfish alarm bells. Two potential couples get their Circle flirt on.
- S05E04
Who to Save?December 28, 2022After a dating profile game results in some bruised egos, the influencers debate a tough decision when the time comes to block someone. - S05E05
Hi Old FriendJanuary 4, 2023A familiar face returns to The Circle with a brand-new online personality. The competition heats up when two players compete to recruit foll - S05E06
A Desperate AllianceJanuary 4, 2023Everyone models their best assets during a sculpting challenge to win a date. One player weighs loyalty versus strategy while considering wh - S05E07
Glam Party TwistJanuary 4, 2023The players go head-to-head in a trivia showdown, explore possible alliances during a virtual mixer and welcome a fabulous competitor to the - S05E08
An F-Boy Is ExposedJanuary 4, 2023Will one person's seductive strategy backfire? The claws come out for anonymous Savage Questions, just in time for a game-changing round of - S05E09
Return of the Inner CircleJanuary 11, 2023The DMs heat up as players trade advice and apologies, and a Hacker impersonates an unsuspecting competitor. Wild rhymes fly at an animal-th - S05E10
The Hunt for the HackerJanuary 11, 2023One person plays cupid for a smitten contestant. With the Hacker's chat wreaking havoc and a new block about to drop, nobody in The Circle f - S05E11
Circle Power CoupleJanuary 11, 2023As The Circle starts to shrink, suspicions grow. Tan France challenges the group to style a mannequin look that stands out. - S05E12
A Brutal BlockingJanuary 11, 2023With two days left, all the players are feeling the love. But when a big move leads to a shocking Blocking, who will have to leave the party - S05E13
FinaleJanuary 18, 2023A secret Superinfluencer blocks one last player before the final five put their cards on the table and Michelle Buteau crowns the season's w
Season06
- S06E01
Season's bestNew City Who Dis?April 17, 2024First impressions are everything in Atlanta as players join The Circle, fire up the chat and find allies. But suspicions swirl when ratings - S06E02
Bro CodeApril 17, 2024With two new players in the group, one takes catfishing to another level. Bold personalities show initiative and form alliances to improve t - S06E03
I'm Only Human…or Am I?April 17, 2024Mistrust breeds as the players absorb a recent revelation. After the group cracks jokes, a critical thinking test raises more questions than - S06E04
Spot the BotApril 17, 2024The presence of an AI bot puts the players on high alert as they share personal photos, open up private chats and plant seeds of doubt among - S06E05
Portrait PitfallsApril 24, 2024The fallout from an influencer's decision to send someone home brings relief for some and shade to others. The group stirs up drama with an - S06E06
That DM SlideApril 24, 2024Two new players shake up The Circle and one contestant races to spill the tea. After another round of ratings, two influencers must make a t - S06E07
Ride or DieApril 24, 2024A blocked player shares fiery parting words and puts old allies on blast. A revealing compatibility game matches each influencer with their - S06E08
Who Ordered the Sacrificial Lamb?April 24, 2024With the rules of the game turned upside down, the players need to rethink their strategies — fast. A pair with low ratings weighs their opt - S06E09
Naughty or NiceMay 1, 2024After a shocking discovery, everyone participates in a spicy game involving their nicest and naughtiest photos. Two players strengthen their - S06E10
A Deadly DeadlockMay 1, 2024Things get personal when players answer anonymously submitted questions. Tensions erupt between two influencers with very different strategi - S06E11
It's Giving SusMay 1, 2024The Circle is more divided than ever after another influencer gets blocked. No longer in pairs, each player sends a gift to a BFF of their c - S06E12
A Final Power MoveMay 1, 2024Friendships are tested as betrayals emerge. Messages from home bring all the feels. A secret Superinfluencer — plus new blocking — rattles t - S06E13
FinaleMay 8, 2024The Circle is even smaller as the remaining players lock in their final ratings and have one last chat — in person. Who will take home the g
Season07
- S07E01
Season's bestThe Disruption BeginsSeptember 11, 2024From perfect profile pics to snappy hashtags, players aim to make dazzling first impressions in the chat. But will a dicey quiz reveal their - S07E02
It's MY Party…September 11, 2024A twisty blocking shocks everyone, and two new faces enter the chat. The invite list for a VIP party ignites tension and creates new rivalri - S07E03
Battle of the InfluencersSeptember 11, 2024One player does damage control as a new couple forms. A pop culture quiz sparks suspicions of deception, and the influencers clash over a te - S07E04
Press to ImpressSeptember 11, 2024A departing player's final message rattles the chat and exposes hidden alliances. Some players bond over family ties as others forge new all - S07E05
Circle Wedding CrashersSeptember 18, 2024A secret profile swap leads to a steamy private chat, and a messy game forces the players to reveal who they'd wed, smooch - or take down. - S07E06
Reading Between the LinesSeptember 18, 2024After a bold newbie crashes the group's wedding party, an anonymous tarot card game shows the player's hands - and some get the reading of a - S07E07
Dawn of the Circle DeadSeptember 18, 2024A scheming player shakes up the chat with a strategic strike against a power alliance. Later, a zombie pep rally lifts spirits. - S07E08
Gloating AroundSeptember 18, 2024One player scores a major edge from a game-changing twist. Then, a drawing challenge leaves me feeling sketched out before an intense blocki - S07E09
Help! I'm DrowningSeptember 25, 2024—After an explosive blocking, two players try to unmask a scheme in the chat. An anonymous Q&A exposes a lie and stirs speculation about a ca - S07E10
A Circle TrilogySeptember 25, 2024As new alliances emerge, two players deepen their connection. With ratings looming, a spirited game uncovers what the group can't live witho - S07E11
Incoming CallSeptember 25, 2024Things get heated in the chat after an emotional blocking. A player begins a campaign to take down an ex-ally. Messages from home motivate t - S07E12
It's Giving SeasonSeptember 25, 2024Players rush to secure alliances before the final ratings. An awards game offers one last chance to throw shade. The secret super influencer - S07E13
The Grand FinaleOctober 2, 2024—After the final blocked player exits, the group meets face-to-face for the first time as the competition wraps up. Who will claim the $100,0
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