
Best Episodes Of Wild Cards
Best Episodes Of Wild Cards
(Overall Rating: ★ 7.1)Episode Ratings & Analysis
Discover the best and most memorable episodes of Wild Cards, from fan favorites to critically acclaimed moments. Explore detailed ratings, episode summaries, and visualize how the show's quality evolved over time.
A spirited con woman and a demoted by-the-book detective are given the chance to redeem themselves. The catch? They have to find a way to work together each using their unique skills to solve crimes.
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Romancing the Egg
Ellis is drawn into a case involving Max, her ex, and a world-famous Imperial egg, where a cat-and-mouse heist tests their friendship, their partnership, and their trust in each other.
Inside (Con)Man
Max visits the bank to access her safe deposit box but instead becomes a hostage in a dangerous robbery. Ellis defies Chief Li's orders to wait for the Tactical Response Team, knowing Max is inside.
The twist you’ve been waiting for
The Accountant of Monte Cristo
When Ellis’s federal agent ex-girlfriend loses an accountant scheduled to testify against the mob, she enlists their help to find him before the accountant ends up sleeping with the fishes.
That was all a bit too implausible. But the shenanigans made it entertaining enough.
Eternal Sunshine of the Therapized Mind
When a celebrated therapist and best-selling author is murdered, a bickering Max and Ellis go undercover as a married couple at her wellness retreat and discover more than their chakras.
The Infinity Thief
To regain his detective status, Cole Ellis, a demoted by-the-book cop, is assigned to work with Max Mitchell, a spirited con artist whose charismatic street smarts could help catch an elusive thief.
I really enjoyed this, bit of fun, lighthearted entertainment.
Con With the Wind
George gets a 3-day pass from jail to spend with Max but the urge to pull one more con is real. Ellis helps a troubled youth charged with a B&E after he discovers it’s a teen his brother used to know.
I knew Aaron Douglas was behind it the moment he appeared
Strangers on a Wave
When a surfer is mysteriously killed, Detectives Simmons and Yates are assigned the case. But it’s Ellis who grabs a board and goes undercover, taking a page out of Max’s book of disguise.
Dead of Night
When the leads of THE most popular vampire show on TV become the target of a stalker, Max and Ellis enter the world of showbiz where the behind-the-scenes drama is even wilder than what’s on screen.
"I know what you did", very tired plot
Show Me the Murder
A community outreach lecture on porch pirates turns into a murder investigation when Max and Ellis find an elite sports agent dead in his condo. Max’s dad George gives her advice – from his jail cell.
Howl to Get Away with Murder
Things go from quaint to creepy when Max and Ellis look into the disappearance of a butcher in a small rural town. The duo gets a lesson in team building and Max quizzes Ellis on his personal life.
the lines of the female lead character are getting worse...
Con in 60 Seconds
Begrudgingly, Ellis comes to terms with Max's betrayal knowing she risked it all to share info about his brother's killer; now assigned to a new case, they dive into a high-speed street racing ring.
She’s such a manipulative bitch and he’s such a beta to take her back. As if they even care about El...
Once a Con a Time in the West
Max and Ellis saddle up for a wild west adventure as they track down the attempted murderer of a ranch family's stud horse and uncover a dark family secret.
I didn't expect to see actors like Ally Sheedy and Martin Sheen on this show!
The Lorne Identity
A paranoid biomedical engineer with a case of amnesia comes to Ellis for help leading the team down a trail of conspiracies, corruption and secret codes.
the birthday scene at the end made me emotional
Dial 'A' for Alibi
Stuck at home with a sprained ankle and a pair of binoculars, Max is convinced she has witnessed a murder while snooping on the condo across the street.
I love Yates and Max's chemistry, their characters work well off of each other. I also love how Elli...
Catch Me if You Con
Max's childhood bestie visits, pulling her into her old con ways. While Ellis investigates the murder of a former tennis pro, the BFFs go undercover to find the killer.
Somebody saw "Challengers" ... I liked how this one changed up the formula.
Seance and Sensibility
Max and Ellis investigate a mysterious murder among an eccentric family where everyone is a suspect with riches on the line. Max adopts a psychic persona and holds a séance to summon the true killer.
the long awaited moment finally happens hell yes, & I loved the aesthetics of this episode
The Big Bang Theory
When Chief Li and Max are trapped in a hostage situation, Ellis tries to save them without letting his emotions cloud his judgement.
T chekhov baby monitor lol
Death By Design
When the head of a popular streetwear clothing brand is found dead, Max and Ellis find themselves investigating a murder within the world of haute couture, fashion models, and overworked assistants.
This is never the most realistic of shows, but this went too far. The premise is ridiculous, and the...
Barking Bad
A murdered dog show judge leads Max and Ellis to a traveling dog competition to sniff out the killer. Ellis and his cat Marc move in temporarily with Max and Ricky while Ellis' boat is under repair.
am liking the hill jokes & phrases
Our Lip (Fillers) Are Sealed
Max and Ellis go undercover, joining the cast and crew of a reality show to find out who murdered its star. In a world of scandal, deceit and lip-filler parties, every cast member is under suspicion.
Bride and Doom
Max and Ellis are pulled into the undercover world of espionage and counterintelligence when a bride becomes the target of an unusual murder attempt on her wedding day.
"There's always time for a cocktail" *Pours neat liquor and walks away
Clouds In My Eyes
Ellis gets new information that leads him to a jazz club and possibly the person responsible for Daniel's death. Max poses as a singer at the club to gather intel. George goes before the parole board.
Episode 13
Disappointing and in many ways predictable end to the season. The second half of the episode worked ...
Show Me the Murder
A community outreach lecture on porch pirates turns into a murder investigation when Max and Ellis find an elite sports agent dead in his condo. Max’s dad George gives her advice – from his jail cell.
Howl to Get Away with Murder
Things go from quaint to creepy when Max and Ellis look into the disappearance of a butcher in a small rural town. The duo gets a lesson in team building and Max quizzes Ellis on his personal life.
the lines of the female lead character are getting worse...
Strangers on a Wave
When a surfer is mysteriously killed, Detectives Simmons and Yates are assigned the case. But it’s Ellis who grabs a board and goes undercover, taking a page out of Max’s book of disguise.
Dead of Night
When the leads of THE most popular vampire show on TV become the target of a stalker, Max and Ellis enter the world of showbiz where the behind-the-scenes drama is even wilder than what’s on screen.
"I know what you did", very tired plot
The Infinity Thief
To regain his detective status, Cole Ellis, a demoted by-the-book cop, is assigned to work with Max Mitchell, a spirited con artist whose charismatic street smarts could help catch an elusive thief.
I really enjoyed this, bit of fun, lighthearted entertainment.
Con With the Wind
George gets a 3-day pass from jail to spend with Max but the urge to pull one more con is real. Ellis helps a troubled youth charged with a B&E after he discovers it’s a teen his brother used to know.
I knew Aaron Douglas was behind it the moment he appeared
The Accountant of Monte Cristo
When Ellis’s federal agent ex-girlfriend loses an accountant scheduled to testify against the mob, she enlists their help to find him before the accountant ends up sleeping with the fishes.
That was all a bit too implausible. But the shenanigans made it entertaining enough.
Eternal Sunshine of the Therapized Mind
When a celebrated therapist and best-selling author is murdered, a bickering Max and Ellis go undercover as a married couple at her wellness retreat and discover more than their chakras.
Inside (Con)Man
Max visits the bank to access her safe deposit box but instead becomes a hostage in a dangerous robbery. Ellis defies Chief Li's orders to wait for the Tactical Response Team, knowing Max is inside.
The twist you’ve been waiting for
Romancing the Egg
Ellis is drawn into a case involving Max, her ex, and a world-famous Imperial egg, where a cat-and-mouse heist tests their friendship, their partnership, and their trust in each other.
None of that made sense.
The Infinity Thief
To regain his detective status, Cole Ellis, a demoted by-the-book cop, is assigned to work with Max Mitchell, a spirited con artist whose charismatic street smarts could help catch an elusive thief.
I really enjoyed this, bit of fun, lighthearted entertainment.
Show Me the Murder
A community outreach lecture on porch pirates turns into a murder investigation when Max and Ellis find an elite sports agent dead in his condo. Max’s dad George gives her advice – from his jail cell.
Howl to Get Away with Murder
Things go from quaint to creepy when Max and Ellis look into the disappearance of a butcher in a small rural town. The duo gets a lesson in team building and Max quizzes Ellis on his personal life.
the lines of the female lead character are getting worse...
Strangers on a Wave
When a surfer is mysteriously killed, Detectives Simmons and Yates are assigned the case. But it’s Ellis who grabs a board and goes undercover, taking a page out of Max’s book of disguise.
The Accountant of Monte Cristo
When Ellis’s federal agent ex-girlfriend loses an accountant scheduled to testify against the mob, she enlists their help to find him before the accountant ends up sleeping with the fishes.
That was all a bit too implausible. But the shenanigans made it entertaining enough.
Dead of Night
When the leads of THE most popular vampire show on TV become the target of a stalker, Max and Ellis enter the world of showbiz where the behind-the-scenes drama is even wilder than what’s on screen.
"I know what you did", very tired plot
Con With the Wind
George gets a 3-day pass from jail to spend with Max but the urge to pull one more con is real. Ellis helps a troubled youth charged with a B&E after he discovers it’s a teen his brother used to know.
I knew Aaron Douglas was behind it the moment he appeared
Eternal Sunshine of the Therapized Mind
When a celebrated therapist and best-selling author is murdered, a bickering Max and Ellis go undercover as a married couple at her wellness retreat and discover more than their chakras.
Inside (Con)Man
Max visits the bank to access her safe deposit box but instead becomes a hostage in a dangerous robbery. Ellis defies Chief Li's orders to wait for the Tactical Response Team, knowing Max is inside.
The twist you’ve been waiting for
Romancing the Egg
Ellis is drawn into a case involving Max, her ex, and a world-famous Imperial egg, where a cat-and-mouse heist tests their friendship, their partnership, and their trust in each other.
None of that made sense.
Con in 60 Seconds
Begrudgingly, Ellis comes to terms with Max's betrayal knowing she risked it all to share info about his brother's killer; now assigned to a new case, they dive into a high-speed street racing ring.
She’s such a manipulative bitch and he’s such a beta to take her back. As if they even care about El...
Once a Con a Time in the West
Max and Ellis saddle up for a wild west adventure as they track down the attempted murderer of a ranch family's stud horse and uncover a dark family secret.
I didn't expect to see actors like Ally Sheedy and Martin Sheen on this show!
The Lorne Identity
A paranoid biomedical engineer with a case of amnesia comes to Ellis for help leading the team down a trail of conspiracies, corruption and secret codes.
the birthday scene at the end made me emotional
Dial 'A' for Alibi
Stuck at home with a sprained ankle and a pair of binoculars, Max is convinced she has witnessed a murder while snooping on the condo across the street.
I love Yates and Max's chemistry, their characters work well off of each other. I also love how Elli...
Catch Me if You Con
Max's childhood bestie visits, pulling her into her old con ways. While Ellis investigates the murder of a former tennis pro, the BFFs go undercover to find the killer.
Somebody saw "Challengers" ... I liked how this one changed up the formula.
Seance and Sensibility
Max and Ellis investigate a mysterious murder among an eccentric family where everyone is a suspect with riches on the line. Max adopts a psychic persona and holds a séance to summon the true killer.
the long awaited moment finally happens hell yes, & I loved the aesthetics of this episode
The Big Bang Theory
When Chief Li and Max are trapped in a hostage situation, Ellis tries to save them without letting his emotions cloud his judgement.
T chekhov baby monitor lol
Death By Design
When the head of a popular streetwear clothing brand is found dead, Max and Ellis find themselves investigating a murder within the world of haute couture, fashion models, and overworked assistants.
This is never the most realistic of shows, but this went too far. The premise is ridiculous, and the...
Barking Bad
A murdered dog show judge leads Max and Ellis to a traveling dog competition to sniff out the killer. Ellis and his cat Marc move in temporarily with Max and Ricky while Ellis' boat is under repair.
am liking the hill jokes & phrases
Our Lip (Fillers) Are Sealed
Max and Ellis go undercover, joining the cast and crew of a reality show to find out who murdered its star. In a world of scandal, deceit and lip-filler parties, every cast member is under suspicion.
Bride and Doom
Max and Ellis are pulled into the undercover world of espionage and counterintelligence when a bride becomes the target of an unusual murder attempt on her wedding day.
"There's always time for a cocktail" *Pours neat liquor and walks away
Clouds In My Eyes
Ellis gets new information that leads him to a jazz club and possibly the person responsible for Daniel's death. Max poses as a singer at the club to gather intel. George goes before the parole board.
Episode 13
Disappointing and in many ways predictable end to the season. The second half of the episode worked ...
Season | Average Rating | Episodes | Best Episode | Worst Episode |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | ★ 7.5 | 10 |
★ 8.0
Romancing the Egg
|
★ 7.3
Show Me the Murder
|
None of that made sense.