9 Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Everyone Should See

In honor of The Real Housewives of New Jersey reconvening for a special episode to watch the finale themselves, let’s brush up on our RHONJ history with a guide to essential episodes of the series.   

1. Country Clubbed (Season 2 Episode 10) 

In Season 2, we meet the women head-on in a feud that starts the season off with a bang. When Teresa and Danielle come face to face for the first time since last season’s reunion, Teresa delivers the infamous line “Is ‘b**ch’ better?” The episode culminates with Teresa and Danielle running around the country club and Ashlee Holmes finds herself getting in the middle — making the episode a standout for its intense drama.   

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 2 Episode 10

2. Scum One, Scum All (Season 5 Episode 8) 

By Season 5, the Gorgas and Giudices are deeply divided. A therapy retreat to Lake George aimed to mend their rift ends in a dramatic scene between the two Joes. This episode is pivotal, highlighting the seemingly insurmountable divide between the families. 

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 8

3. In the Name of the Father (Season 3 Episode 1)

Season 3 kicks off dramatically with Teresa's brother and sister-in-law joining the cast. At Melissa and Joe Gorga’s son’s Christening, tensions boil over as Teresa’s attempt to congratulate them leads to a unforgettable moment between Joe Giudice and Joe Gorga — especially since it’s fans’ first introduction to the Gorgas. 

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 3 Episode 1

4. Finale (Season 1 Episode 6) 

Probably helmed as one of the most monumental moments of RHONJ, the Season 1 finale centers on Teresa Giudice's explosive clash with Danielle Staub during a private dinner. When Teresa probes Danielle about her past, Danielle’s "pay attention" comment triggers Teresa, resulting in the table flip heard around the world.

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 1 Episode 6

5. Reunion: Part 1 (Season 13 Episode 17) 

After a tumultuous season, the ladies of the Garden State reunite for an epic showdown. For the first time in almost ten seasons, we see Teresa and Melissa at odds once again. Teresa makes shocking new accusations against Melissa, which place even more strain on the relationship between Gorgas and the Giudices. 

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 13 Episode 17

6. Hotheads and Hookahs (Season 9 Episode 15)

When Jennifer and Bill throw an anniversary party at their mansion, tension rises. Thanks to Margaret Josephs, the memorable line “Your husband’s in the pool!” is born and, after a volley of insults between Danielle and Marty and Margaret and Joe, Marty ends up in the pool. 

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 9 Episode 15

7. Jingle Bells and Prison Cells (Season 7 Episode 1)

Season 7 captures Teresa’s emotional return after 11 months in prison, with her family greeting her outside the prison. This poignant moment is not only significant for Teresa and her family but also a landmark event for TV. 

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 1

8. Reunion: Part 1 (Season 2 Episode 17)

During the Season 2 reunion, a heated debate over past arguments escalates when Danielle questions Teresa about not reaching out to her sister-in-law after the birth of her nephew.  The intrusion into her family lead Teresa to stand up and scream.  Andy intervenes and successfully calms down both parties, but he is unable to mend their fractured friendship. 

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 2 Episode 17

9. C U Next Tuesday (Season 11 Episode 1) 

In this premiere episode of Season 11, fans are greeted by a cold open with Teresa cursing at Jackie.  As the episode unfolds, we come to learn that Teresa’s behavior is in response to Jackie defending herself and her marriage. Jackie’s defense includes an analogy about one of Teresa’s kids that triggers a version of Teresa we are familiar with from Season 1.  

Stream The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 11 Episode 1

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