Black Ink Crew

10 Best Episodes of Black Ink Crew

A chronicle of the daily operations and staff drama of an expanding Harlem tattoo empire that serves a growing celebrity clientele.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

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Black Ink Crew - S8E23

#15 - Black Ink Matters (Season 8 - Episode 23)

Ceaser and the crew are still reeling from the news that the landlord wants them out of 113th in 30 days. Ceaser decides to do everything in his power to save the shop. Meanwhile, Donna has an uncomfortable chat with Tati, and Walt hits rock bottom.

The episode was rated 8.25 from 16 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S2E7

#14 - I Did Not Sleep With That Woman! (Season 2 - Episode 7)

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Ted and Ceaser decide to take a little trip across town to surprise Puma at his new shop and later Ceaser confronts Walt about his drinking.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 26 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S8E16

#13 - Black Ink Prom (Season 8 - Episode 16)

On the season finale, Q teams up with Crystal to help her try to get Ceaser back in her life, and things get tense when one of Donnaโ€™s disgruntled tattoo clients send a threatening letter to the shop. Meanwhile, hell breaks loose at the Black Ink Prom when Kitty finds herself brawling with Tati and Crystal.

The episode was rated 8.30 from 10 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S7E10

#12 - Your Dog's Sister (Season 7 - Episode 10)

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Ceaser freaks out when Sky tells him she wants to open a shop in Miami. Jadah gets revenge on Ted after finding out that he's officially dating Tati. And Lalo breaks up with Melody.

The episode was rated 8.32 from 59 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S7E8

#11 - Two Grapes on Pool Tables (Season 7 - Episode 8)

Sky finds out some big news about her son Des. Tokie tries to work through issues from her past, and Donna gives Ceaser an ultimatum. Rob struggles to deal with Baeโ€™s mom living in their home. An unexpected guest pops up to 113th, to Skyโ€™s surprise.

The episode was rated 8.32 from 59 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S6E20

#10 - Dirty Donna (Season 6 - Episode 20)

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Ceaser and the crew crash Sky's vacation in Miami, Kitty launches an attack on Ceaser, and Alex reveals his true feelings to Donna.

The episode was rated 8.35 from 65 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S8E25

#9 - Ka Mate (Season 8 - Episode 25)

Walt and Jess have a destination wedding in tropical Hawaii.

The episode was rated 8.36 from 14 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S8E15

#8 - Lawyer Up! (Season 8 - Episode 15)

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Walt headlines his first comedy show tour in Cleveland; Kitty threatens to sue Ceaser; Alex tries to win Donna's dad over.

The episode was rated 8.39 from 28 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S2E8

#7 - Something In The Water (Season 2 - Episode 8)

O'S**t reaches new "baby mama" heights when he reveals that he has yet another child on the way while Dutchess is thrilled when rapper Kid Ink stops by the shop.

The episode was rated 8.42 from 19 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S7E13

#6 - My Big Fat Black Ink Wedding (Season 7 - Episode 13)

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The crew heads to Westchester for Bae's wedding weekend; Tati attempts to make amends with Ted; Sky opens her boutique in Miami; Bae's rehearsal dinner turns into chaos when Donna and Alex show up.

The episode was rated 8.43 from 40 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S9E8

#5 - It's Better When a Woman is in Charge (Season 9 - Episode 8)

Ceaser decides to have the artists put their art where their mouth is by conducting the first Black Ink tattoo competition. Bae deals with the aftermath of the Atlanta shootings while Donna drives a wedge with her insensitive co...

The episode was rated 8.45 from 11 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S8E13

#4 - Basic and Predictable (Season 8 - Episode 13)

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Rumors swirl about the altercation between Crystal and Miss Kitty; Sky struggles with the future of her Miami shop; news that Tati is dating a new man causes issues for Ted.

The episode was rated 8.54 from 35 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S2E16

#3 - The Break-Up (Season 2 - Episode 16)

Ceaser meets up with his brother, Ty, at 6 AM outside of Black Ink, and reveals that he is in some big trouble. He got caught red-handed cheating on Dutchess and he needs Ty's help getting his things from her apartment.

The episode was rated 8.55 from 20 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S7E6

#2 - My Favorite Smurf (Season 7 - Episode 6)

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To get back in Ceaser's good graces, Bae hires a new receptionist. Cheyenne calls Ceaser out for being an absentee parent. Jadah attacks her replacement, and Alex blows up when he hears that Donna reconnected with her ex.

The episode was rated 8.60 from 72 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S7E11

#1 - Always Kill Donna! (Season 7 - Episode 11)

Ceaser makes a bold move when he finds out that Sky betrayed him. Donna and her twin sister feud over Alex. Melody makes a shocking announcement. And Bae's mom put pressure on Bae to get married before she leaves in two weeks.

The episode was rated 8.67 from 52 votes.

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