The worst episodes of The Circle
Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
Mistrust breeds as the players absorb a recent revelation. After the group cracks jokes, a critical thinking test raises more questions than answers.
- 02
The 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 the group.
- 03
The 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 art project.
- 04
A surprise confrontation raises the stakes of the game. Later, the players get ready to party, and a special guest scopes out the competition.
- 05
Another tense elimination leads to an honest conversation, a casual connection evolves into an intimate bond, and a quirky new player joins the game.
- 06
As 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.
- 07
Mercedeze faces her toughest critics and makes a candid request. Two new influencers are picked, and one player must say goodbye.
- 08
Two new players settle into the Circle, just in time for trivia night. On the heels of a competitive match, Sammie makes an emotional reveal.
- 09
Tension and tenderness intersect as the influencers deal with an elimination twist, and two players connect in person. A new face joins the fun.
- 10
As the experiment winds down, Sammie and Ed bond over similar suspicions. The players prepare to choose a winner -- and orchestrate one last block.
- 11
After a pivotal vote, the group grapples with a wave of skepticism. Two new players join the Circle. A flashback photo game reveals new truths.
- 12
With two new players in the group, one takes catfishing to another level. Bold personalities show initiative and form alliances to improve their ratings.
- 13
An anonymous game of “Ask Me Anything” leads to a series of accusations. Meanwhile, Miranda refines her cheeky strategy, and Shubham finds his voice.
- 14
How 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.
- 15
The Circle dials up the drama with a cutthroat round of true confessions. The game’s first “superinfluencer” steps into power.
- 16
A shocking shake-up leaves the players divided — and more confused than ever. Meanwhile, one jokester initiates a group chat with like-minded friends.
- 17
Two new players shake up The Circle and one contestant races to spill the tea. After another round of ratings, two influencers must make a tough decision.
- 18
Who Ordered the Sacrificial Lamb?
With the rules of the game turned upside down, the players need to rethink their strategies — fast. A pair with low ratings weighs their options.
- 19
After a shocking discovery, everyone participates in a spicy game involving their nicest and naughtiest photos. Two players strengthen their connection.
- 20
Things get personal when players answer anonymously submitted questions. Tensions erupt between two influencers with very different strategies.
- 21
Friendships are tested as betrayals emerge. Messages from home bring all the feels. A secret Superinfluencer — plus new blocking — rattles the group.
- 22
The 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 grand prize?
- 23
Back and More Savage Than Ever
The game begins as eight players — including a familiar face from “Too Hot to Handle” — move in, make profiles and (warily) mingle.
- 24
As the influencers consider their pivotal picks, the others continue building relationships. Also, creativity and cringe collide during a poetry slam.
- 25
A new player sparks excitement and uncertainty. Savannah spills the tea — and targets a former ally. A game of Truth or Dare takes a tense turn.
