The Circle Episode Rating Graph

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.

One player scores a major edge from a game-changing twist. Then, a drawing challenge leaves me feeling sketched out before an intense blocking.

A 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.

After the parties, the players return to bonding and scheming, until a mysterious and menacing glitch triggers more drama than ever before.

Things get personal when players answer anonymously submitted questions. Tensions erupt between two influencers with very different strategies.

One player does damage control as a new couple forms. A pop culture quiz sparks suspicions of deception, and the influencers clash over a tense blocking.

After 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 lifetime.

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 catfish.

A twisty blocking shocks everyone, and two new faces enter the chat. The invite list for a VIP party ignites tension and creates new rivalries.

As new alliances emerge, two players deepen their connection. With ratings looming, a spirited game uncovers what the group can't live without.

The 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 choice.

A secret Superinfluencer blocks one last player before the final five put their cards on the table and Michelle Buteau crowns the season's winner.

A player bids farewell and shares parting advice. Two newbies join the game — armed with friendly banter and witch oil. Also, it's '90s party time!

A blocked player shares fiery parting words and puts old allies on blast. A revealing compatibility game matches each influencer with their ride-or-die.

Things get heated in the chat after an emotional blocking. A player begins a campaign to take down an ex-ally. Messages from home motivate the group.

A departing player's final message rattles the chat and exposes hidden alliances. Some players bond over family ties as others forge new allies.

Friendships are tested as betrayals emerge. Messages from home bring all the feels. A secret Superinfluencer — plus new blocking — rattles the group.

The DMs heat up as players trade advice and apologies, and a Hacker impersonates an unsuspecting competitor. Wild rhymes fly at an animal-themed party.

Host 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 prize?

Mistrust breeds as the players absorb a recent revelation. After the group cracks jokes, a critical thinking test raises more questions than answers.

A scheming player shakes up the chat with a strategic strike against a power alliance. Later, a zombie pep rally lifts spirits.

After a shocking discovery, everyone participates in a spicy game involving their nicest and naughtiest photos. Two players strengthen their connection.

Will one person's seductive strategy backfire? The claws come out for anonymous Savage Questions, just in time for a game-changing round of ratings.

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?

Tension and tenderness intersect as the influencers deal with an elimination twist, and two players connect in person. A new face joins the fun.

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.

The gang needs answers as two pop stars work to keep up their ruse. Will they score points or spark suspicions during the trivia challenge?

After 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 battle.

The final blocking draws closer, but not before a suite of emotional messages arrive. Also, the players start to sweat during a savage round of Q&A.

An enthusiastic newbie joins the game and catches up on lingering drama. Elsewhere, the group prepares for a rating that's chock-full of surprises.

A double-blocking bombshell leaves the players speechless. A sudden alert sheds new light on a secret reality, and an avid gamer gets ready to play.

Ready for first impressions? The experiment begins as the players craft their profiles and start connecting ... for better or worse.

After a dating profile game results in some bruised egos, the influencers debate a tough decision when the time comes to block someone.

The game begins as eight players — including a familiar face from “Too Hot to Handle” — move in, make profiles and (warily) mingle.

The game begins as the players make profiles and share their interests, including shirtless selfies, family bickering and a casual blocking.

A 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.

After 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 night!

Everyone models their best assets during a sculpting challenge to win a date. One player weighs loyalty versus strategy while considering who to block.

Power takes a painful turn, and an influencer deals with an in-person blocking. Two newcomers join the game including one with a familiar face.

Eight players kick things off by discussing go-to dance moves, past relationships and more. First impressions form fast, so every emoji counts.

As the influencers consider their pivotal picks, the others continue building relationships. Also, creativity and cringe collide during a poetry slam.

A surprise confrontation raises the stakes of the game. Later, the players get ready to party, and a special guest scopes out the competition.

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.

The sweet sound of patriotism sweeps through the Circle as the players take part in Democracy Day. An elimination deliberation gets personal.

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.

A morning chat sparks fresh flirtation, the players throw shade during an anonymous review session, and the influencers receive a last-minute alert.

As Courtney takes control of an intriguing twist, the others reconvene and unpack some elimination drama. Meanwhile, two new players join the game.

First impressions are everything in Atlanta as players join The Circle, fire up the chat and find allies. But suspicions swirl when ratings are revealed.

A familiar face returns to The Circle with a brand-new online personality. The competition heats up when two players compete to recruit followers.

One 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 feels safe.

Michelle Buteau delivers surprise and delight as the final five reflect on their gameplay and get ready for the grand reveal of this season’s winner.

Suspicions mount over one player's identity. The Circle delivers some surprise tenderness. A secret super influencer selects this season's finalists.

With 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 early?

After 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.