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Pop Tate is a fictional character portrayed by Alvin Sanders in the TV series Riverdale.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Chapter One: The River's Edge (season 1), they were 64 years old.
They appear in 71 episodes out of a total of 137 aired and have accumulated 3678 positive votes.

Pop Tate

by Alvin Sanders

character

Episodes71

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    Chapter One: The River's Edge

    episode S1.E1 january 2017
    As a new school year begins, the town still reels from Jason Blossom's tragic death; Archie decides to pursue a career in music; Cheryl Blossom stirs up trouble.
  • 7.7
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    Chapter Three: Body Double

    episode S1.E3 february 2017
    Cheryl comes clean about when she last saw Jason; Betty and Jughead investigate Jason's death; Veronica and Ethel investigate a shame book.
  • 7.7
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    Chapter Seven: In a Lonely Place

    episode S1.E7 march 2017
    New rumors swirl when a major piece of evidence is mysteriously destroyed; Cheryl approaches Betty with an unexpected proposal.
  • 7.5
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    Chapter Eight: The Outsiders

    episode S1.E8 march 2017
    Archie and his friends pitch in to help Fred, but when one of them is attacked, they come up with a plan that lands them in Southside Serpent territory.
  • 8
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    Cheryl and Polly decide to attend the Homecoming in Jason's honor, until a revelation waylays their plans; Alice turns to Archie and Veronica for help.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter Thirteen: The Sweet Hereafter

    episode S1.E13 may 2017
    Jughead finds himself in an unexpected situation; The truth about Blossoms' family business is revealed, leaving Cheryl to take matters into her own hands.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter Fourteen: A Kiss Before Dying

    episode S2.E1 october 2017
    Fred's life hangs in the balance following the shooting; Veronica's father arrives into town; Jughead and Betty question the gunman's true motives.
  • 7.8
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    Chapter Fifteen: Nighthawks

    episode S2.E2 october 2017
    With the gunman still at large, Betty leads the charge to save Pop's from closing; Jughead's attempt to find FP a new lawyer may have some serious repercussions.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter Eighteen: When a Stranger Calls

    episode S2.E5 november 2017
    Betty turns to Archie for help after receiving an ultimatum; Veronica's old friend comes to town, but his plans for a wild night takes an unexpected turn.
  • 8
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    Chapter Nineteen: Death Proof

    episode S2.E6 november 2017
    A charge led by Mayor McCoy threatens to further escalate tensions with the Southside; Betty is thrust into a burgeoning mystery surrounding the Sugarman.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter Twenty: Tales from the Darkside

    episode S2.E7 november 2017
    The town remains on edge after a chilling letter from the Black Hood challenges the town's residents to remain sinless for 48 hours, or he'll strike again.
  • 8.1
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    Veronica uncovers a major secret about her father; Betty and Archie's vow to take down the Black Hood once and for all leads to a dangerous showdown.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter Twenty-Three: The Blackboard Jungle

    episode S2.E10 january 2018
    Tensions mount when Jughead and his fellow students from Southside High transfer to Riverdale High; Betty sets out to find her long-lost brother.
  • 7.7
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    An act of vandalism stirs up suspicion; Archie's new job as Hiram's intern has Veronica worried he'll learn about the Lodge family secrets.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter Twenty-Eight: There Will Be Blood

    episode S2.E15 march 2018
    Fred considers running for Mayor; Betty becomes increasingly suspicious of Chic; Jughead makes a major discovery in his quest to take down Hiram.
  • 7.8
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    Chapter Twenty-Nine: Primary Colors

    episode S2.E16 march 2018
    In the aftermath of Hiram's plans, Jughead resorts to drastic measures to voice his opposition; Tensions between Fred and Archie reach a breaking point.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter Thirty-Two: Prisoners

    episode S2.E19 april 2018
    An incident at Riverdale High leaves the town on edge; The reveal of a devastating secret leads to a violent showdown between Chic, Jughead, Betty and Alice.
  • 9
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    Chapter Thirty-Four: Judgment Night

    episode S2.E21 may 2018
    An all-out war with the North and the Southside triggers; Veronica makes a devastating discovery; Betty comes face to face with the Black Hood.
  • 7.8
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    Chapter Thirty-Five: Brave New World

    episode S2.E22 may 2018
    Veronica stays one step ahead after uncovering Hiram's latest scheme; FP makes a surprising announcement to Jughead and the Serpents; Betty confronts her darkest demons.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter Thirty-Six: Labor Day

    episode S3.E1 october 2018
    As the jury begins deliberations in his murder trial, Archie makes a surprising request; Jughead leads the Serpents against the Ghoulies latest attack.
  • 7.3
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    Chapter Thirty-Eight: As Above, So Below

    episode S3.E3 october 2018
    Suspicious roadblocks threaten to delay the opening of the speakeasy; Betty and Jughead follow different leads; Archie is forced to make a difficult decision.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter Thirty-Nine: The Midnight Club

    episode S3.E4 november 2018
    Alice revisits her disturbing ties to Gryphons and Gargoyles, a game she and the other parents played in high school.
  • 8
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    Chapter Forty: The Great Escape

    episode S3.E5 november 2018
    Veronica recruits the gang for a high-stakes mission; Archie makes a renegade plan; Jughead rolls the dice on a new psychological theory.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter Forty-Two: The Man in Black

    episode S3.E7 december 2018
    Archie hits the road and ends up at a farm; Betty finds herself up against a formidable foe from her past; Veronica makes a risky business decision.
  • 7.8
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    Chapter Forty-Three: Outbreak

    episode S3.E8 december 2018
    After a shocking event rocks the Riverdale Vixens, Veronica stages a confrontation; Betty enlists an unlikely ally; Jughead reconnects with his past.
  • 6.7
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    Chapter Forty-Four: No Exit

    episode S3.E9 january 2019
    In the aftermath of Hiram's takeover, Veronica leads the charge against him; Jughead secures the Serpents a new gig; Betty hosts a group of desperate visitors; Archie faces his demons when his life is endangered.
  • 7.3
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    Chapter Forty-Five: The Stranger

    episode S3.E10 january 2019
    With SATs around the corner, Betty comes face-to-face with someone from her past; Jughead makes a bold move against the Gargoyle Gang.
  • 6.9
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    Chapter Forty-Nine: Fire Walk with Me

    episode S3.E14 march 2019
    Archie befriends a young runaway, and revisits a piece of his past; Veronica leans into risk at La Bonne Nuit; Jughead works to unite the Serpents.
  • 7.3
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    Chapter Fifty: American Dreams

    episode S3.E15 march 2019
    Jughead questions his mom's motives for returning; Archie recruits the gang for a G&G mission.
  • 4.2
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    Chapter Fifty-One: Big Fun

    episode S3.E16 march 2019
    Rehearsals for the Heathers musical gets underway; Veronica learns some devastating news; Jughead makes a surprising move against Gladys.
  • 7.2
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    Chapter Fifty-Four: Fear the Reaper

    episode S3.E19 april 2019
    The Joneses engage in a gripping journey; Archie faces criminal consequences; Betty unpacks a string of shocking revelations about Evelyn.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter Fifty-Five: Prom Night

    episode S3.E20 may 2019
    Mary grows concerned by Archie's boxing desire; Jughead and Betty's plan to confront the Gargoyle King takes an unexpected turn.
  • 9.2
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    Chapter Fifty-Eight: In Memoriam

    episode S4.E1 october 2019
    As Riverdale gets ready for a monumental celebration, Archie receives devastating news that will change the rest of his life forever.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter Sixty-One: Halloween

    episode S4.E4 october 2019
    A chilling mystery sweeps through Riverdale as the gang prepares for the mischief and mayhem of Halloween; Jughead gets caught in a sinister scheme.
  • 7.2
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    Veronica digs deep for justice; Betty explores her future and complex past; Stonewall Prep celebrates a literary franchise; Archie finds himself the unexpected target of the local businesses.
  • 7
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    Chapter Sixty-Three: Hereditary

    episode S4.E6 november 2019
    Tension mounts as Archie tries to dethrone Dodger; Betty and Jughead examine their family histories; Cheryl grows suspicious of her new houseguest; Veronica deals with a major shake-up at home.
  • 7.4
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    Chapter Sixty-Four: The Ice Storm

    episode S4.E7 november 2019
    Archie's peaceful Thanksgiving dinner at the community center is derailed by unexpected guests; Jughead and Betty search for clues about a recent death in Stonewall Prep.
  • 7.2
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    Chapter Sixty-Six: Tangerine

    episode S4.E9 december 2019
    After declaring war on Hiram, Veronica enlists a secret weapon; Archie and FP team up to take Dodger down for good; Jughead's search for his grandfather leads to more questions than answers.
  • 7
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    Chapter Sixty-Eight: Quiz Show

    episode S4.E11 january 2020
    In the competitive heat of Quiz Show fever, Betty butts heads with Brett; Archie gets Frank a job at Andrew's Construction; Veronica and Cheryl team up for an unlikely business venture.
  • 7.4
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    Chapter Seventy-Two: To Die For

    episode S4.E15 march 2020
    Alice begins shooting a documentary about Riverdale and the latest mystery involving one of its own; Betty, Archie and Veronica fall deeper into a web of lies as the investigation gets underway.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter Seventy-Three: The Locked Room

    episode S4.E16 march 2020
    Betty continues her Stonewall Prep takedown with the help of two unique allies; A tense confrontation leads to a tender reunion.
  • 3.5
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    Chapter Seventy-Four: Wicked Little Town

    episode S4.E17 april 2020
    As a menacing and musical new normal takes shape in Riverdale, Betty helps Jughead restore order; Kevin fights for his place in the spotlight.
  • 7.4
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    Chapter Seventy-Six: Killing Mr. Honey

    episode S4.E19 may 2020
    After receiving a letter from the University of Iowa asking him to submit a story, Jughead works on a twisted tale about the gang's revenge fantasy against Principal Honey for all the ways he's ruined their senior year.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter Seventy-Nine: Graduation

    episode S5.E3 february 2021
    With Graduation Day around the corner, the gang consider their next steps beyond Riverdale High. Archie learns whether he will be able to graduate with his classmates. FP makes a difficult decision about his and Jellybean's future.
  • 7.3
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    Chapter Eighty: Purgatorio

    episode S5.E4 february 2021
    After spending seven years away from Riverdale, Archie returns to find the town is on the verge of becoming a ghost town; when Toni catches him up on what's been going on, Archie reaches out to the rest of the gang to return home.
  • 7.3
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    Chapter Eighty-One: The Homecoming

    episode S5.E5 february 2021
    Toni, Alice, Archie and Kevin fight to keep Riverdale High open after learning that its budget has been cut; Veronica gets creative when she discovers Chad is having her followed; Jughead starts a new job after debt collectors show up.
  • 6.6
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    Chapter Eighty-Three: Fire in the Sky

    episode S5.E7 march 2021
    Archie begins to recruit Riverdale's new volunteer fire department. Veronica comes up with a risky plan to support Riverdale's local businesses, while Jughead and Tabitha begin to unravel an old mystery.
  • 6.4
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    Chapter Ninety-Five: RIVERDALE: RIP (?)

    episode S5.E19 october 2021
    As the gang pick up the pieces after a rough year back in Riverdale, an incident at Pop's forces them to make a difficult decision about the future of the town.
  • 5
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    Chapter Ninety-Six: Welcome to Rivervale

    episode S6.E1 november 2021
    A new day dawns in the town of Rivervale, where everything is as it should be; Veronica and Reggie are now the town's power couple; Jughead and Tabitha move in together.
  • 4.9
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    Chapter Ninety-Seven: Ghost Stories

    episode S6.E2 november 2021
    La Llorona arrives in Rivervale. Betty and Toni visit Cheryl in hopes that she can protect Betty's unborn baby and Baby Anthony. Meanwhile, Jughead, Tabitha, Reggie and Veronica have ghost tales of their own, straining their relationships.
  • 5.1
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    Chapter Ninety-Eight: Mr. Cypher

    episode S6.E3 november 2021
    After being visited by a mysterious figure who arrives in Rivervale, the gang find themselves faced with unexpected ultimatums.
  • 7.4
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    Chapter One Hundred: The Jughead Paradox

    episode S6.E5 december 2021
    Unnerved by the mysterious and bloody events occuring around him, Jughead sets out on a quest to discover the wicked truth about Rivervale.
  • 6
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    News spreads about bombing at Andrew's home. Archie, Betty and Jughead deals with side effects from explosion. Veronica learns Hiram may have been involved, Cheryl feels guilt when believes she may have had a hand in the explosion.
  • 6.1
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    Chapter One Hundred and Three: The Town

    episode S6.E8 april 2022
    After learning that Percival Pickens is behind a blistering article calling Riverdale the worst town in America, Archie comes up with a plan to prove him wrong. Meanwhile, after the Town Council goes after their casino, Veronica and Reggie decide they're going to do everything on the up-and-up moving forward. Finally, Britta makes a risky move to help Cheryl.
  • 6
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    Chapter One Hundred and Five: Folk Heroes

    episode S6.E10 april 2022
    To get the town of Riverdale out from under Percival's grip, Archie, Jughead and Betty devise a plan to turn Archie into a modern folk hero. Percival takes aim at Veronica, Toni and Tabitha.
  • 6.4
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    After learning that Percival's plan to reinvigorate Riverdale would lead to the demise of Pop's, Tabitha searches for a way to fight back. But when she is targeted by one of Percival's accomplices, the incident sends her back in time and searching for answers.
  • After failing to get Pop's declared a historical landmark, Tabitha enlists Archie's help saving the diner from Percival. Betty opens up to Agent Drake about her ability to see people's evil auras. Meanwhile, after Reggie and the shareholders declare war on Veronica, she turns to Jughead for help maintaining control of the Babylonium. Finally, Cheryl reconnects with her childhood crush Heather, and Toni and Fangs continue their fight for custody of Baby Anthony.
  • 5.9
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    After learning that Percival is exploiting his new work crew, Archie and Tabitha devise a plan to help protect the workers and get them out from under Percival's control. Meanwhile, Jughead finds himself with a target on his back after Percival catches wind of a scheme he and Veronica hatched against Reggie. Finally, Betty receives some unexpected news about a dark moment from her past, and Toni and Fangs find themselves at a crossroads.
  • 6
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    As the gang plan an event celebrating two of their own, strange biblical plagues around town threaten to put a damper on the special day.
  • When several of their own fall prey to Percival's latest plan, Cheryl calls upon fellow witch Sabrina Spellman for help. Elsewhere, Percival gives Reggie an ultimatum.
  • 6.7
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    When Archie and Veronica's attempt to negotiate with Percival doesn't go as planned, the forces of good and evil finally face off, leading to some unexpected revelations.
  • Archie and the gang band together to save Riverdale from the greatest threat the town has ever faced.
  • 6.6
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    After coming together to stop Bailey's comet, the gang find themselves transported back to a simpler time - Riverdale 1955.
  • Principal Featherhead takes aim at the negative influence comic books have over kids, just as Jughead is tasked by Pep Comics to write four tales for a new issue.
  • 6.5
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    At her wits end over Archie's recent actions, Mary turns to Uncle Frank to get him back on track; Betty asks Veronica for help understanding her sexuality; Jughead takes action after he discovers plagiarism taking place at Pep Comics.
  • After devising a plan to bring in some money at the Babylonium, Veronica is surprised to learn somebody may be sabotaging her; after beginning sessions with Dr. Werthers, Betty begins to question his motives.
  • 6.3
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    Jughead and Tabitha team up to investigate a mystery involving Brad Raybury; Cheryl asks Toni if she can attend an afterschool book club with her and other Black students; Betty and Veronica ask Archie and Reggie out on a double date.
  • 4.8
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    Principal Featherhead agrees to let Kevin present him with an original musical. Musical rehearsal prompt Archie to question what he wants in life while Betty and Veronica confront what's going on between them.
  • 6.1
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    Betty, Veronica, Cheryl, and Toni each enter the annual Miss Teen Riverdale pageant. When Alice doesn't allow Ethel to enter the pageant, the girls band together to make sure she has a fighting chance.
  • As the town's past secrets start to bubble to the surface, Jughead and the gang are forced to make a difficult decision that will change each of their lives forever.
  • 7.6
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    Back in present day and longing for her former life in Riverdale, 86-year-old Betty turns to a special friend to help her relive her last day of senior year.

Best moments10

  • 6.4
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    6% of the votes

    Chapter Ninety-Five: RIVERDALE: RIP (?)

    episode S5.E19 october 2021
    As the gang pick up the pieces after a rough year back in Riverdale, an incident at Pop's forces them to make a difficult decision about the future of the town.
  • 7.3
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    1% of the votes

    Chapter Eighty-One: The Homecoming

    episode S5.E5 february 2021
    Toni, Alice, Archie and Kevin fight to keep Riverdale High open after learning that its budget has been cut; Veronica gets creative when she discovers Chad is having her followed; Jughead starts a new job after debt collectors show up.
  • 5.1
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    1% of the votes

    Chapter Ninety-Eight: Mr. Cypher

    episode S6.E3 november 2021
    After being visited by a mysterious figure who arrives in Rivervale, the gang find themselves faced with unexpected ultimatums.
  • 7.8
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Chapter Fifteen: Nighthawks

    episode S2.E2 october 2017
    With the gunman still at large, Betty leads the charge to save Pop's from closing; Jughead's attempt to find FP a new lawyer may have some serious repercussions.
  • 7.5
    /10
    0% of the votes

    Chapter One: The River's Edge

    episode S1.E1 january 2017
    As a new school year begins, the town still reels from Jason Blossom's tragic death; Archie decides to pursue a career in music; Cheryl Blossom stirs up trouble.
  • 7.4
    /10
    0% of the votes

    Chapter One Hundred: The Jughead Paradox

    episode S6.E5 december 2021
    Unnerved by the mysterious and bloody events occuring around him, Jughead sets out on a quest to discover the wicked truth about Rivervale.
  • 4.9
    /10
    0% of the votes

    Chapter Ninety-Seven: Ghost Stories

    episode S6.E2 november 2021
    La Llorona arrives in Rivervale. Betty and Toni visit Cheryl in hopes that she can protect Betty's unborn baby and Baby Anthony. Meanwhile, Jughead, Tabitha, Reggie and Veronica have ghost tales of their own, straining their relationships.
  • 5
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    0% of the votes

    Chapter Ninety-Six: Welcome to Rivervale

    episode S6.E1 november 2021
    A new day dawns in the town of Rivervale, where everything is as it should be; Veronica and Reggie are now the town's power couple; Jughead and Tabitha move in together.
  • 6.6
    /10
    0% of the votes

    Chapter Eighty-Three: Fire in the Sky

    episode S5.E7 march 2021
    Archie begins to recruit Riverdale's new volunteer fire department. Veronica comes up with a risky plan to support Riverdale's local businesses, while Jughead and Tabitha begin to unravel an old mystery.
  • 7.3
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    0% of the votes

    Chapter Eighty: Purgatorio

    episode S5.E4 february 2021
    After spending seven years away from Riverdale, Archie returns to find the town is on the verge of becoming a ghost town; when Toni catches him up on what's been going on, Archie reaches out to the rest of the gang to return home.

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