Zelena is a fictional character portrayed by Rebecca Mader in the TV series Once Upon a Time.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled New York City Serenade (season 3), they were 36 years old.
They appear in 68 episodes out of a total of 156 aired and have accumulated 141346 positive votes.
The character of Zelena is mainly associated with Regina Mills, David Nolan and Captain Killian 'Hook' Jones.
Episodes68
New York City Serenade
episode S3.E12 march 2014Everyone returns to the Enchanted Forest, except for Emma and Henry, who now live in New York and remember nothing of their time spent in Storybrooke.
Witch Hunt
episode S3.E13 march 2014Emma works with Regina to find out who took everyone's memories from the past year, as flashbacks show the Evil Queen and Robin Hood attempt to break into her castle, which has been overtaken by the Wicked Witch.
The Tower
episode S3.E14 march 2014As the hunt for the Wicked Witch continues, she sets a plan for David into motion, as flashbacks show Charming encounter Rapunzel and assists her in facing her fears.
Quiet Minds
episode S3.E15 march 2014Neal finds himself back in Storybrooke, as flashbacks show Baelfire and Belle attempt to bring Rumplestiltskin back from the dead.
It's Not Easy Being Green
episode S3.E16 april 2014After Neal is laid to rest, Zelena challenges Regina to a fight to the death, as flashbacks show Zelena's past and the reason behind her hatred for Regina.
The Jolly Roger
episode S3.E17 april 2014Regina instructs Emma in magic and Ariel arrives in Storybrooke looking for Eric, as flashbacks show Ariel and Hook's encounter during the missing year.
Bleeding Through
episode S3.E18 april 2014After Zelena steals Regina's heart, Regina casts a spell to discover the truth about why Cora abandoned Zelena. Meanwhile, Belle discovers Zelena's plan.
A Curious Thing
episode S3.E19 april 2014Zelena threatens to kill Henry if Hook doesn't kiss Emma and take her magic away, as flashbacks show when the curse to send everyone back to Storybrooke was cast during the missing year.
Kansas
episode S3.E20 may 2014The residents of Storybrooke try to prevent Zelena from stealing Mary Margeret's newborn baby for use in her evil plan, as flashbacks show Glinda attempt to convince Zelena to fight her evil tendencies and join her as a protector of Oz.
Snow Drifts
episode S3.E21 may 2014When Zelena's time portal re-opens and sends Emma and Hook into the Enchanted Forest of the past, their actions have dire consequences for the future.
Heart of Gold
episode S4.E18 april 2015The Author joins forces with Gold and Regina fears for Robin's safety, as flashbacks show what happened to Robin after leaving Storybrooke with Marian and Roland.
Lily
episode S4.E20 april 2015Emma realizes Maleficent's daughter is her former childhood friend Lily and leaves Storybrooke with Regina to find her, as well as to rescue Robin from Zelena.
Mother
episode S4.E21 may 2015Emma reunites Maleficent with Lily, who is still hell bent on seeking revenge against Mary Margaret and David. Meanwhile, Regina and Robin struggle to cope with the implications of Zelena's pregnancy.
Operation Mongoose: Part 1
episode S4.E22 may 2015The Author proves to be a formidable wild card and forges an alliance with Gold. Emma, her parents, Hook and Regina scramble to stop them, but when Gold and the Author turn the tables on heroes and villains alike, the prospect of any happy outcome appears worlds away. Henry discovers he has big shoes to fill as he steps up to save his family before the story's final page is turned. It's a race to the finish, and everything culminates with a shocking twist that will leave the residents of Storybrooke reeling.
Operation Mongoose: Part 2
episode S4.E23 may 2015The author aligns with Gold, while Emma, her parents, Hook and Regina try to stop them; Henry steps up to save his family.
The Dark Swan
episode S5.E1 september 2015With Emma now facing the nature of the Darkness in herself, she encounters Merida. Her family and friends go to extreme measurements to find Emma and bring her home safely.
The Price
episode S5.E2 october 2015While Prince Arthur organizes a ball in Camelot, darkness rises in Storybrooke, to the search of a savior.
Siege Perilous
episode S5.E3 october 2015A royal ball is held in Camelot, but a dark turn of events forces David and Robin to take action. Meanwhile, Regina's fortitude is tested as she tries to safeguard Emma; and back in Storybrooke, Hook attempts to bring Emma back to the light.
The Broken Kingdom
episode S5.E4 october 2015In Rumplestiltskin return, Emma takes her chance at the taking of Excalibur, while King Arthur's real identity is revealed.
Dreamcatcher
episode S5.E5 october 2015Emma and Regina devise a plan to free Merlin, but they lack a pivotal ingredient. Meanwhile, Mary Margaret and David seek an important dagger; Henry asks Violet to go on a date; and Merida attempts to carry out a covert mission Emma has assigned her.
The Bear and the Bow
episode S5.E6 november 2015Gold and Merida are tested to their limits, can they be the heroes they need to be? King Arthur's help is needed to contact Merlin but can he be trusted
Nimue
episode S5.E7 november 2015Emma's darkness is tested while she has an encounter with the first "dark one". The history of Excalibur is revealed.
Birth
episode S5.E8 november 2015Hook risks everything to uncover the truth about what Emma did in Camelot.
The Bear King
episode S5.E9 november 2015Red and Mulan return to help Merida uncover the truth about her father's death.
Broken Heart
episode S5.E10 november 2015Hook's centuries old lust for revenge against Rumpelstiltskin is reignited. Destiny collides as the forces of light and dark are on a charged confrontation.
Swan Song
episode S5.E11 december 2015The dark siege of Storybrooke is underway as all of the resurrected Dark Ones target a living soul for sacrifice so that they can return to the realm of the living.
Souls of the Departed
episode S5.E12 march 2016The mission to rescue Hook from the Underworld turns out to be more difficult than expected as the heroes encounter souls with unfinished business.
Labor of Love
episode S5.E13 march 2016The heroes join forces with an old friend of Snow's to defeat an obstacle standing in the way of finding Hook. Meanwhile, Hook encounters challenges of his own.
Devil's Due
episode S5.E14 march 2016Hook's captivity takes a dark turn when Hades threatens to condemn him to the River of Lost Souls after Hook refuses to choose which three of his friends will have to remain in the Underworld.
The Brothers Jones
episode S5.E15 march 2016A surprise visit from Hook's brother Liam may provide Hook and Emma with the tools they need to defeat Hades; and in flashbacks, the bond between the Jones Brothers is tested as their merchant ships head into a storm.
Our Decay
episode S5.E16 april 2016Gold creates a Storybrooke portal; Zelena and Regina clash; Belle and Rumple are reunited; Snow and David try to send a message from the Underworld to their son, Neal.
Her Handsome Hero
episode S5.E17 april 2016Belle turns to Rumplestiltskin with hope of finding a way to protect their child from Hades. However, they disagree over whether to use dark magic, as Belle forbids Rumplestiltskin from using his powers for evil.
Ruby Slippers
episode S5.E18 april 2016In flashbacks, Ruby and Mulan find themselves in Oz, where they meet Dorothy. After the three witness Zelena's return to Oz, they look for a way to defeat her once and for all. However, Dorothy mysteriously disappears.
Sisters
episode S5.E19 april 2016Now that Hades and Zelena have been reunited, Hades tells Zelena about his plan to leave the underworld forever and Cora reveals information from the past that will change the lives of Regina and Zelena forever.
Firebird
episode S5.E20 may 2016Hades turns to the heroes to ask for help with getting Zelena back from Rumplestiltskin and Peter Pan. In flashbacks, Emma searches for answers about her family and makes an unexpected friendship.
Last Rites
episode S5.E21 may 2016Emma, David, Regina, Robin and Henry are finally back home in Storybrooke and reunited with Snow, but, unfortunately, they still have to contend with Hades, who continues to deceive Zelena as he lays out his plan to use the all-powerful Olympian Crystal to take over the town. The heroes desperately search for a way to defeat Hades while Hook does the same in the Underworld, looking for those missing storybook pages. Regina and Robin take a more direct approach, which culminates in an epic showdown that will leave our heroes forever changed.
Only You
episode S5.E22 may 2016Regina grieves over Robin Hood's death and Henry sets out to destroy all magic
An Untold Story
episode S5.E23 may 2016Regina and Emma set out to find Henry before Gold does. Meanwhile Snow, David, Hook, and Zelena are imprisoned.
The Savior
episode S6.E1 september 2016Regina and Zelena come to terms with their newfound sisterhood, while Emma sees a vision and Mr. Gold visits Belle in a dream.
A Bitter Draught
episode S6.E2 october 2016When a mysterious man from the Land of Untold Stories arrives in Storybrooke, David and Snow work together with Regina to neutralize the threat. Belle seeks Hook's help finding a safe place to hide away from her husband, Mr. Gold. Elsewhere, the Evil Queen continues to try to win Zelena over to her side, while Emma resumes her therapy sessions with Archie and shares her terrifying vision of the future.
The Other Shoe
episode S6.E3 october 2016Ashley is intent on settling unfinished business with her step-family; Regina tries to bribe Mr. Hyde for information on how to beat the Evil Queen; David makes a deal with Gold for information about his father.
Strange Case
episode S6.E4 october 2016The Evil Queen seeks to get her hands on Dr. Jekyll's serum. Snow has her first day back as a school teacher. Hook tries to save Belle from Mr. Gold.
Street Rats
episode S6.E5 october 2016In a flashback, Aladdin helps Princess Jasmine recover a secret weapon that could release Jafar's hold on the Sultan and save the city; in Storybrooke, the evil queen tricks Hook and tries to divide the family.
Dark Waters
episode S6.E6 october 2016Emma tries to convince Aladdin to work with Jasmine to help Agrabah, while Regina teams up with Mary Margaret and David to free Archie from Zelena. The Evil Queen sows suspicion between Henry and Hook, even as Mr. Gold reminds her of his most important lesson. Meanwhile, in the past, Hook finds himself kidnapped by the mysterious Captain Nemo and held captive inside his legendary submarine, the Nautilus.
Heartless
episode S6.E7 november 2016Snow White and Charming need to give up their hearts if they want to save Storybrooke from the Evil Queen. A magical sapling is sought. Snow White tries to get away from the Woodcutter. David has plans to sell the family farm.
I'll Be Your Mirror
episode S6.E8 november 2016Emma and Regina work together and form a plan to trap the Evil Queen, while Snow White and David get used to life without each other. Henry anxiously prepares to take Violet to the school dance, but the Evil Queen has other plans. Meanwhile Zelena and Belle form an alliance and recruit Aladdin to steal a magical object from Mr. Gold that could protect Belle and her unborn child from him forever.
Changelings
episode S6.E9 november 2016In the Enchanted Forest, Rumplestiltskin steals Jack and Jill's newborn child in order to contact a powerful fairy, while in Storybrooke he uses fast-aging magic to send a message to Belle regarding their son. Meanwhile, The Evil Queen attempts to kill Zelena to earn Gold's favor and Jasmine discovers a magical lamp.
Wish You Were Here
episode S6.E10 december 2016The Evil Queen sends Emma back to the Enchanted Forest and Regina must remind her of who she is. Belle and Rumplestiltskin try to figure out where their son is and David makes a wish that comes with a price.
Tougher Than the Rest
episode S6.E11 march 2017Emma and Regina try to figure out a way to get out of the Enchanted Forest. Hook and David try to find Gideon.
Murder Most Foul
episode S6.E12 march 2017Hook agrees to help David uncover the truth about his father, hoping to gain his respect; Regina discovers Robin has a dark side that may complicate his acclimation to life in Storybrooke.
Ill-Boding Patterns
episode S6.E13 march 2017Mr. Gold attempts to help Gideon avoid the taint of dark magic, Emma learns that Hook is keeping a secret from her, and Zelena and Robin make a dangerous duo.
Page 23
episode S6.E14 march 2017The Evil Queen uses Robin as bait in order to trap Regina into battle; Hook goes to Captain Nemo for advice so he can make things work with Emma; Enchanted Forest flashbacks include the Evil Queen's father trying to give her advice on how to be a better queen for the people while she's chasing Snow White.
A Wondrous Place
episode S6.E15 april 2017Hook finds himself trapped in another realm and races to get back to Emma; Regina and Snow try to take Emma's mind off from Hook's disappearance; Jasmine befriends Ariel.
Mother's Little Helper
episode S6.E16 april 2017Emma agrees to help Gideon in order to bring Hook back. Meanwhile, Henry's author powers have a new development, and more of Gideon's past is revealed.
Awake
episode S6.E17 april 2017Regina works to break Snow and Charming's sleeping curse, while in flashbacks, we see how much the couple gave up for Emma to fulfill her destiny. Hook finds an unexpected ally in Neverland.
Where Bluebirds Fly
episode S6.E18 april 2017After the Black Fairy threatens her baby, Zelena decides to put a stop to her, once and for all.
The Black Fairy
episode S6.E19 april 2017The Black Fairy's past is revealed as we learn the real reason she gave Rumple up. Meanwhile, Gold goes after Gideon's heart.
The Song in Your Heart
episode S6.E20 may 2017In flashback, Snow makes a wish that causes everyone to burst into song, infuriating the Evil Queen. In Storybrooke, this wish comes back into play as Emma and Hook prepare for their wedding, and the Black Fairy announces her plans.
The Final Battle: Part 1
episode S6.E21 may 2017Henry awakens to a cursed Storybrooke and discovers Emma has been in the mental hospital, and the Black Fairy is the new mayor. Henry attempts to help Emma regain her memory while Gold tries to find out what has really happened to Belle. Meanwhile, Snow, Charming, Regina, Zelena and Hook are trapped in a crumbling Fairy Tale Land and desperately try to figure out a way to be reunited with Emma and Henry.
The Final Battle: Part 2
episode S6.E22 may 2017Snow, Charming, Regina, Zelena and Hook are trapped in a crumbling Fairy Tale Land and desperately try to figure out a way to be reunited with Emma and Henry.
The Eighth Witch
episode S7.E10 december 2017Henry and Ella must act to protect Lucy and the others from Drizella's curse, and Regina is forced to make an unimaginable choice; Roni recruits Henry to search for her sister; Gothel earns Anastasia's trust.
Secret Garden
episode S7.E11 march 2018Eager to improve her magic, Robin enters a risky relationship with Gothel; Roni and Kelly strike a deal with Eloise to save Lucy; things finally come to a head between Victoria and Ivy.
A Taste of the Heights
episode S7.E12 march 2018On Tiana's coronation day, an confrontation with Facilier compels her to take a trip through the Bayou; Sabine reconnects with an old friend, putting her culinary dreams at risk; Rogers and Weaver investigate a Blind Witch.
The Girl in the Tower
episode S7.E14 march 2018Rogers works to clear Tilly in the death of the Blind Baker. Ivy tries to reconcile with Anastasia. Meanwhile, Samdi makes a revealing confession to Roni. In the faraway realm, Alice forges an unbreakable bond.
Breadcrumbs
episode S7.E16 april 2018Henry struggles to decide on job prospect in New York; a revelation is made in the Candy Killer case; Margot confides in Tilly; Hook helps Henry prove himself to Ella.
Chosen
episode S7.E17 april 2018Kelly confronts the Candy Killer after someone she loves is taken hostage; Samdi uses Drew to execute a deadly plan; Zelena learns a harsh lesson from an encounter with Hansel and Gretel.
Homecoming
episode S7.E21 may 2018To put an end to Wish Rumple's plot to stop Weaver from destroying his powers, Henry, Roni, Weaver, and Rogers travel to the Wish Realm; A younger Henry is visited by Wish Rumple.
Leaving Storybrooke
episode S7.E22 may 2018Regina attempts to turn Wish Henry from his path; Weaver is faced with the ultimate sacrifice in defeating his evil alter ego; Tilly and Margot go to Storybrooke for help.
- New York City Serenade
- Witch Hunt
- The Tower
- Quiet Minds
- It's Not Easy Being Green
- The Jolly Roger
- Bleeding Through
- A Curious Thing
- Kansas
- Snow Drifts
- Heart of Gold
- Lily
- Mother
- Operation Mongoose: Part 1
- Operation Mongoose: Part 2
- The Dark Swan
- The Price
- Siege Perilous
- The Broken Kingdom
- Dreamcatcher
- The Bear and the Bow
- Nimue
- Birth
- The Bear King
- Broken Heart
- Swan Song
- Souls of the Departed
- Labor of Love
- Devil's Due
- The Brothers Jones
- Our Decay
- Her Handsome Hero
- Ruby Slippers
- Sisters
- Firebird
- Last Rites
- Only You
- An Untold Story
- The Savior
- A Bitter Draught
- The Other Shoe
- Strange Case
- Street Rats
- Dark Waters
- Heartless
- I'll Be Your Mirror
- Changelings
- Wish You Were Here
- Tougher Than the Rest
- Murder Most Foul
- Ill-Boding Patterns
- Page 23
- A Wondrous Place
- Mother's Little Helper
- Awake
- Where Bluebirds Fly
- The Black Fairy
- The Song in Your Heart
- The Final Battle: Part 1
- The Final Battle: Part 2
- The Eighth Witch
- Secret Garden
- A Taste of the Heights
- The Girl in the Tower
- Breadcrumbs
- Chosen
- Homecoming
- Leaving Storybrooke
Best moments10
- Kelly confronts the Candy Killer after someone she loves is taken hostage; Samdi uses Drew to execute a deadly plan; Zelena learns a harsh lesson from an encounter with Hansel and Gretel.
- After the Black Fairy threatens her baby, Zelena decides to put a stop to her, once and for all.
- Gold creates a Storybrooke portal; Zelena and Regina clash; Belle and Rumple are reunited; Snow and David try to send a message from the Underworld to their son, Neal.
- The Black Fairy's past is revealed as we learn the real reason she gave Rumple up. Meanwhile, Gold goes after Gideon's heart.
- Eager to improve her magic, Robin enters a risky relationship with Gothel; Roni and Kelly strike a deal with Eloise to save Lucy; things finally come to a head between Victoria and Ivy.
- The Author joins forces with Gold and Regina fears for Robin's safety, as flashbacks show what happened to Robin after leaving Storybrooke with Marian and Roland.
- Now that Hades and Zelena have been reunited, Hades tells Zelena about his plan to leave the underworld forever and Cora reveals information from the past that will change the lives of Regina and Zelena forever.
- Henry and Ella must act to protect Lucy and the others from Drizella's curse, and Regina is forced to make an unimaginable choice; Roni recruits Henry to search for her sister; Gothel earns Anastasia's trust.
- In flashbacks, Ruby and Mulan find themselves in Oz, where they meet Dorothy. After the three witness Zelena's return to Oz, they look for a way to defeat her once and for all. However, Dorothy mysteriously disappears.
- After Neal is laid to rest, Zelena challenges Regina to a fight to the death, as flashbacks show Zelena's past and the reason behind her hatred for Regina.
- Chosen
- Where Bluebirds Fly
- Our Decay
- The Black Fairy
- Secret Garden
- Heart of Gold
- Sisters
- The Eighth Witch
- Ruby Slippers
- It's Not Easy Being Green