The Owl House was a triumph among Disney fans new and old, drawing upon the style of previous hit animated TV shows while offering something new, with many standout episodes. The adventures of human Luz Noceda (Sarah-Nicole Robles), her witch mentor Eda the Owl Lady (Wendie Malick), and demon best friend King (Alex Hirsch) exhibit plenty of hilariously absurd humor, all the while gradually assembling a profound story of self-acceptance and standing up for what's right. Creator Dana Terrace's kooky and smart world-building shows no bounds, while the ing cast provides the show with strong friendship and romance subplots.

TV show that makes the case for filler episodes, and the one-off adventures of The Owl House give the plot-heavy chapters tough competition. The best episodes of The Owl House showcase the best of the characters' growth, their relationships being tested and coming out stronger, increasingly higher stakes, unique facets of the setting, and, of course, the cleverest humor.

10 Season 1, Episode 13: "The First Day"

Luz's First Day At Hexside Sees Some Wild References

Once Luz enrolls at Hexside, The Owl House's tendency to make fun of Harry Potter really gets going. "The First Day" shows off the best and worst of the school, while Luz plays out another typical scenario of asserting her uniqueness as she chooses to study every subject available. It feels a bit cliché on its own, but the long-term effects Luz's actions have on Hexside's curriculum make this episode more interesting in retrospect.

The gallery of ing characters expands as Luz makes new friends, King has a fun B plot when his aspirations of world domination lead to him acting as a substitute teacher, and Eda's influence as a chaotic, free-thinking mentor comes up again, with implications for characters beyond Luz. There's also the brilliant throwaway moment with Amity (Mae Whitman) that starts the build-up to her and Luz's relationship. Luz's first day at school depends on some miscommunication clichés but still features examples of the series' best recurring traits.

9 Season 1, Episode 17: "Wing It Like Witches"

"Not Your Average Underdog Story."

The episodes following Luz ing Hexside's student body show the various ways her relentless optimism and fantasy novel mindset create magical sitcom shenanigans for those around her. This is what happens in "Wing it like Witches," which subverts narrative expectations by framing Luz as being in the wrong for encouraging her friend Willow (Tati Gabrielle) to stand up to the resident bully. Luz pushes her friends a little too hard, but they rally and triumph anyway, which all unfolds organically.

Meanwhile, the moments of humor and bonding are some of the best in this episode. Amity's crush on Luz is evident at this point and manifests in her adorably freaking out all the time, other students come to ire and bond with Willow, and Eda even has a moment of helping out her estranged sister Lilith (Cissy Jones) in the episode's secondary storyline. It's likely to be forgotten in the mess of bigger plot events of The Owl House, but one of the most direct shots fired at Harry Potter helps this episode stand out among the other filler.

8 Season 2, Episode 18: "Labyrinth Runners"

The Owl House's Battle Of Hogwarts 2.0

While not one of the strongest points for all the characters, "Labyrinth Runners" represents a climactic moment in the overall conflict of The Owl House, making for a blazing "final battle" before the real final battle. The narrative steps away from Luz, Eda, and King for a while and shows the students and staff at Hexside making their stand against the forces of evil. The animators get the chance to show off their skills with yet another great magic battle, incorporating the many different styles of magic used by the various characters.

Entwined with this are moments of character growth you might not have thought necessary at this point but which are very effective and impactful.

Entwined with this are moments of character growth you might not have thought necessary at this point but which are very effective and impactful. Hunter (Zeno Robinson) is well on his way to ing the heroes but is still defensive until circumstances demand that he help Gus (Issac Ryan Brown) in a moment of crisis, which results in both confronting their inner demons. Meanwhile, Amity and Willow have recently rekindled their friendship, and the conflict prompts Amity to realize that Willow has become very tough and self-sufficient in the intervening years.

7 Season 2, Episode 13: "Any Sport In A Storm"

The Owl House Pulls Off The Sporting Event Episode Twice

The atypical sports story comes back around in The Owl House for an episode with some small but vital contributions to ongoing storylines. Primarily, Hunter's growing friendship with the rest of the main cast, forcing him to reconsider his place in the current regime. He immediately has a great dynamic with Willow and her flyer derby team, his awkwardness but surprised enjoyment showing. His obliviousness to the problem during the fallout results in some amusing beats, before he ultimately does the right thing.

"Any Sport in a Storm" also has some good moments with the little-seen ing character of Darius (Keston John), his sassy style and protectiveness of Hunter being highlighted. Finally, Luz and Amity have their own fun subplot in this episode as they attempt to track down their favorite author, with perfect scenes showing them bonding over shared interests, and generally just being a cute couple. It's a good day for everyone, with some events that aren't meant to be taken lightly along the way.

6 Season 2, Episode 16: "Hollow Mind"

Revelations Hit Hard For Luz & Hunter

Fans probably saw the Emperor Belos (Matthew Rhys) twist coming, which is finally confirmed in "Hollow Mind," but the payoff is still well executed. The dark circumstances begin to close in around Luz and Hunter, forcing them both to realize terrible truths. Most impressively, the way both react to discovering Belos’ past is realistic for teenagers who have found themselves in a terrifying situation. They are panicking and devastated, looking a certain amount of culpability in the face.

There are also some interesting scenes with ing characters: As Eda tries to figure out how to save Luz and Hunter, Hunter fiercely wants to get back to his Palisman Flapjack. It's sort of glossed over, but none of the fans missed that the whole reason the episode's plot takes place is that Darius and Raine (Avi Roque) were planning to invade Belos' minds themselves — Raine showing off some more cool Bard magic in the process — and then have to discreetly help Eda out with reversing the spell. As the plot ramps up, there are still many understated character moments throughout this complex installment.

5 Season 2, Episode 19: "O Titan, Where Art Thou"

Luz & Eda's Character Development Is Off The Rails

"O Titan, Where Art Thou" is another strange moment before the finale starts properly but is a shockingly strong episode in its own right. This is because of a handful of heartrending moments that viscerally illustrate how far the characters have come. Dealing with some aftershock following the reveal of his heritage, King is contemplating what he really wants from life — with a hilarious montage of a peaceful day with Steve (also Alex Hirsch), The Owl House's best side character.

Meanwhile, Eda and Luz have an unforgettable confrontation after Eda tries to arrange for Luz and King to be spirited away to safety, and Luz overhears her plans. The ensuing fight shows how both characters have changed, Luz becoming a warrior, but Eda becoming a parent who is laying down the law to keep Luz safe. However, bonds of love save them again, as Eda's relationship with Raine reveals a rebellion ready to make their movie, and the main characters happily reunite and rally again.

4 Season 1, Episode 4: "The Intruder"

Major Story Moments For Luz, Eda, & King, Sprinkled With Fear & Wonder

The Owl House is a show that gets better as it goes on, but "The Intruder" is one of the best episodes overall as one of the earliest times the series starts setting up its overarching mystery with impactful moments of character development. In a one-off adventure that is essentially a bottle episode within the Owl House itself, Eda's curse is revealed, Lux performs magic for the first time, and all their relationships take steps forward.

The episode ends with the soft, ethereal moment of Luz sitting in a corner drawing light glyphs, now with the ability to perform some magic, and dazzled by the effect.

Luz and King have some absolutely hilarious, adorable moments that show how naturally they have fallen into a doting siblings-like relationship. While they are making laugh-out-loud quips, they end up in an Alien-style plot of there being a monster in their house and not knowing what it is. Finally, the episode ends with the soft, ethereal moment of Luz sitting in a corner drawing light glyphs, now with the ability to perform some magic, and dazzled by the effect.

3 Season 3, Episode 3: "Watching And Dreaming"

The Owl House's Finale Does Not Disappoint

"Watching and Dreaming" is the last in the three-part finale that forms the final season of The Owl House, and there are plenty of emotional moments that land hard. Largely because of reasons outside the writers' control, some elements are a bit rushed. Luz's mom Camila (Elizabeth Grullon) meeting Eda and King probably should have been a bigger, even argumentative moment, while the episode largely serves to wrap up the story with Belos' defeat and establish everyone's post-series lives. Yet it does these things marvelously.

The funky design of the great Titan (Arin Hanson) that we've been hearing about for the entire series really pays off; the resolution with The Collector (Fryda Wolff) is natural, both saddening and hopeful; there are some beautiful emotional moments with the main trio, as well as smaller ones with Amity and Raine; and the ending montage of what is going on the in Boiling Isles a few years later is exactly where every character deserves to be, before a perfect final comedic beat. From brilliant upgrades in character designs, epic final battles, and happily ever afters, this is still the finale the show deserved.

2 Season 2, Episode 7: "Eda's Requiem"

Sparks Fly For Eda While Luz & King Are Up To Their Usual Tricks — With A Twist

"Eda's Requiem" strikes a perfect balance of introducing a new side to Eda's character and continuing the emotional throughline of the found family story, with them facing new insecurities and cementing their bond. However, Luz's reaction in a later episode to finding out that Raine exists truly captures the feeling of the introduction of Eda's love interest. Raine is everything we could have hoped for in this regard, perfectly countering Eda’s chaotic tendencies but still daring enough to illustrate their compatibility.

The episode's arc with Eda and Raine instantly captivates viewers with their dynamic, with some dreamy, whimsical Bard magic aesthetics. Meanwhile, the beats with Eda, Luz, and King effectively illustrate the day-to-day dynamic they have developed: the kids on to another game while Eda goes through her to-do list. After the gut punches of Raine saving Eda, the concluding twist of King adopting the Clawthorne name rounds out this intelligent, heartfelt episode.

1 Season 1, Episode 16: "Enchanting Grom Fright"

The Ultimate Lumity Episode

However, the most memorable episode of The Owl House, which captures the wacky nature of the world, the spirits of the characters, and the beautiful execution is the now-iconic Grom misadventure. The main trio is at the center of The Owl House, but developing alongside them is the just as vital relationship between Luz and Amity, whose respective personalities and the way they work together encapsulate the different facets of the show's spirit. Fans finally get their confirmation of Amity's crush, but the magnificent dance scene illustrating their perfect chemistry without anything being said outright is flawless.

"Enchanting Grom Fright" uses magic and the usual "magic school turns a high school tradition on its head" trope to delve into some realistic teenage fears, finally addressing the fact that Luz has been lying to her mother all summer. But as always, the characters learn from and lean on each other, a theme that is summed up in Luz's closing monologue, with magic and adventure the likes of which can be found nowhere else along the way. All fans of The Owl House will understand why this episode is important, even when there are so many good ones to choose from.