The essential episodes of Vanderpump Rules
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Vanderpump Rules — each pick states its reason.
- 01
Lisa Vanderpump's new hire for SUR, Scheana, is ostracized because of her past affair with a married man. Scheana's co-worker, Stassi, the self-proclaimed "leader of the pack" leads the charge against Scheana, labeling her a "homewrecker." Eventually, Scheana, with Lisa's encouragement, stands up to Stassi, serving notice that she's at the restaurant to stay.
- 02
In the Season Two premiere, Lisa Vanderpump struggles to keep the unpredictable staff of SUR in line as they cater a Beverly Hills party for Kyle Richards. Jax works to win Stassi back, Kristen deals with a shocking revelation in her relationship with Tom, and Scheana's birthday ends in a fight that once again turns SUR against her.
- 03
Kristen creates chaos at SUR when she ambushes Tom Sandoval with the girl he allegedly slept with in Miami. Scheana erupts at Kristen over her actions, causing a huge scene in front of customers. Lisa jumps to action to keep SUR running and discipline her staff after Miami Girl's disruption. Katie adjusts to life without Stassi.
- 04
Sandoval decides to celebrate his birthday with a "Fund-Rager" to raise money for a good cause, but things go south when Scheana accuses James of cheating in front of his girlfriend. Meanwhile, Kristen hosts a roast for Jax, but Jax isn't too thrilled when Brittany's mom reacts to a rumor from his past. Later, Scheana reveals that her marriage isn't perfect, Lisa chastises Katie and Schwartz for constantly fighting, and Katie decides to get a medical marijuana card in an attempt to mellow out.
- 05
In Part Two of the Vanderpump Rules reunion, host Andy Cohen recaps Katie and Schwartz's rollercoaster first year of marriage, the group questions Jax's relationship with his reiki healer, and Lala reveals more about her mysterious boyfriend than ever before. SUR's newest hostess Billie Lee joins the group and opens up about life as a transgender woman, while Stassi and Ariana revisit their argument about Stassi's controversial podcast comments. Finally, Kristen defends her decision to fly out Brittany's mom for a surprise visit, and the girls band together to celebrate Lala's special brand of feminism.
- 06
As the three-part reunion concludes, Andy Cohen explores Jax's epic meltdown at SUR and his decision to break up with Brittany. Lala and James examine the intermittent flirting and fighting in their relationship, Kristen takes Sandoval to task for spreading the rumor that she hooked up with James, and Stassi recounts her embarrassing encounter with Patrick and Lisa Vanderpump at the TomTom progress party. Finally, Katie and Schwartz discuss the prospect of having children, Ariana reveals the latest on her struggles with body image issues, and Jax discusses his future with Brittany.
- 07
Stassi plans an epic surprise party to celebrate Jax and Brittany's engagement, but Sandoval and Ariana question Jax's ability to commit to one woman for the rest of his life. James attempts to work his way back into the group's good graces, unaware that Kristen has hatched a plan that might ruin his romance and banish him for good. Stassi seeks Lisa's approval for her new beau Beau, and Lisa must decide whether Jax deserves another chance to work at SUR.
- 08
James spirals out of control after being ambushed by Kristen at Pride, while his girlfriend Raquel struggles to accept new rumors about his alleged infidelity. Jax and Brittany decide to start a beer cheese company together, Tom Schwartz takes James to task for insulting Katie, and Scheana feels threatened by Stassi and Ariana's newfound friendship. When Katie is the victim of body-shaming comments, she gives Lisa Vanderpump an ultimatum that will send reverberations throughout the SUR community.
- 09
Lisa Vanderpump entrusts Sandoval and Schwartz with major responsibility as they scramble to get TomTom ready for its opening event, but Kristen is devastated when she learns she's not allowed to come. James erupts when Raquel considers attending "Girls' Night In," Lala advises Scheana not to overshare with Stassi, Katie and Kristen, and Jax celebrates his first birthday without the support of his parents.
- 10
As the Mexico trip continues, Stassi unleashes her insecurities on Beau, while Ariana attempts to show Lala the error of her mean girl ways. Lisa oversees TomTom's first dinner service back in West Hollywood, while Schwartz and Sandoval celebrate their bar's big success from afar. A blissful Kristen finally conquers her travel anxiety, but her temper is tested when Jax dredges up old accusations against her.
- 11
Scheana claims she no longer has feelings for her ex Max, but when the new server Dayna starts dating him, Scheana makes Dayna's life at SUR very difficult. Stassi, Katie and Brittany grow frustrated with Kristen's refusal to cut ties with Carter, so Jax takes it upon himself to disinvite Carter from the bachelor/bachelorette trip to Miami. After an icy year of animosity, Lala and James finally find a way to put their differences aside, and Ariana opens up to Lisa Vanderpump about her struggles with depression.
- 12
In the explosive first hour of the Vanderpump Rules reunion, Raquel and James make a jaw-dropping announcement that shakes their friends to the core, while Sandoval and Katie clash over their control issues about the bar and Tom Schwartz. Charli calls out Scheana for placing restrictions on their friendship, while Lisa opens up about becoming a grandmother for the first time, and Brock attempts to hold James accountable for his anger issues.
- 13
In the explosive and larger-than-life first part of the reunion, Andy Cohen sits down for intimate one-on-one interviews with Ariana, Tom and Raquel to get to the bottom of the cheating scandal that shocked the world. James nearly comes to blows with Sandoval over the affair. Katie and Schwartz rehash the implosion of their divorce. Lala defends herself when the group calls attention to her stance on cheating. Lisa is left speechless when Ariana reveals her stance on her relationships in the group. Raquel watches the reunion from afar due to her restraining order against Scheana.
- 14
The Season 10 reunion continues as Andy Cohen presses Scheana for details of the altercation that led to Raquel's restraining order. James' girlfriend, Ally, takes the stage to discuss James' temper and the future of their relationship. The group debates the origins of the infamous open relationship rumor. Scheana gives up her spot for Raquel, who must face the group for the first time since news of the affair became public.
- 15
In the season 11 premiere, Ariana puts on a brave face and attempts to rebuild her life after Tom's infidelity, despite sharing a house with her ex-boyfriend. Tom Schwartz tries to make peace with his friends, but discovers he's still excommunicated from the group. James settles into his new life of domestic bliss with Ally. Scheana opens up about her postpartum OCD diagnosis. Lala confides in Lisa Vanderpump about her regrettable treatment of a one-time nemesis, making a grand gesture that threatens to rock the boat with her friends.
