Red and Liz go under cover to stop an assassin known as The Freelancer from killing his next target; Ressler and a recently re-hired CIA agent try to protect Red from a distance; Liz wonders what she should do about Tom and the mysterious box.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 4369 votes.

Red and the FBI try to stop a dangerous messenger (Robert Knepper) whose appearance is unknown; Liz is thrust into a kidnapping plot.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 3645 votes.

Red believes he knows who was responsible for a prominent prosecutor's 12 year disappearance; Red investigates the woman who tempts Tom.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 3139 votes.

While continuing her investigation into the truth about Tom, Liz testifies against drug lord, Hector Lorca. Later another witness is abducted when he is forced to testify against the dangerous drug trafficker. Red’s interest is peaked and he informs the team that the witness may have been taken by "The Stewmaker" a man responsible for hundreds of missing and presumed dead people. Meanwhile, in an unlikely twist of events, Red and Ressler must work together for the first time.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 3794 votes.

Red and the team search for a life insurance claim adjuster who talks people into becoming contract killers; Liz and Red try to uncover Tom's secrets.

The episode was rated 7.97 from 3056 votes.

One of Red's former associates, a crime lord, becomes the next target; Tom decides to confront Jolene.

The episode was rated 7.98 from 3121 votes.

After a recent spate of abductions of babies from their mothers, Red informs Liz that the "Cyprus Agency" is the illegal adoption organization responsible. Coincidentally, Liz and Tom contemplate adoption of their own which fuels Liz to track down the organizations CEO, Owen Mallory.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 3224 votes.

The Blacklist episode "The Good Samaritan Killer" follows Liz's past as a serial killer strikes again. In a surprising turn of events, Liz [spoiler] kills Karl [/spoiler] in order to protect George- her former target- from Karl's wrath. Despite Liz's heroic act, she warns George that if he continues to abuse his wife, she will finish the job herself. This episode highlights Liz's darker side and her ability to take charge in difficult situations.

Unfortunately, the episode is not without its issues. Fans of the show have expressed frustration with Harold Cooper's character and his tendency to say cringe-worthy things. Additionally, viewers have complained about the plot, claiming that Liz did not have to kill Karl and could have used a less fatal approach. As a result, many fans have found this episode to be a bit nonsensical.

The episode was rated 8.02 from 3332 votes.

In the Blacklist episode "Ivan", Red and Liz investigate a terrorist known as Ivan who has stolen a cyber defense asset. As they uncover a cover-up, new evidence regarding Jolene's disappearance provide more of the mystery surrounding Tom. In the process, Liz discovers a laptop with an unencrypted webmail portal which leads her to a startling revelation. Furthermore, Liz carries a ring of keys which has the right key to open the warehouse door. Meanwhile, they encounter Harrison Lee, the most boring Blacklister on the show. He had orchestrated the entire plan to make a girl fall in love with him, which was met with criticism. After understanding the reality, Liz goes to Red and accuses him of betraying her trust. In the end, the episode ends with Liz coming to terms with the truth, and a reminder that the show is still a funny series.

The episode was rated 8.02 from 3170 votes.

In "The Pavlovich Brothers" episode of The Blacklist, the team works to protect a target from the Pavlovich brothers, specialists in abductions, while Red has his own job for them. Meanwhile, Liz patiently works to uncover the truth behind Tom. Unfortunately, this episode was not particularly well-received by fans. Many were disappointed with the lack of action from the Pavlovich brothers, as well as Liz's seemingly weak fighting skills when she goes up against Tom. Additionally, the gang group that kidnapped Tom were never fully explained, and there were many logical inconsistencies in the episode. For example, how did Raymond know that Tom wouldn't kill Liz? Even though they're father and daughter, Tom could have easily killed Liz, yet Raymond seemed to know he wouldn't. To top it off, Liz acted like an amateur chasing Tom in the museum, making the episode seem even more poorly-written. All in all, it's no wonder that this episode only got a 3/10 rating from viewers.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 3096 votes.

In the series premiere of The Blacklist, the hunt is on to stop a terrorist. The episode follows Raymond Reddington, a most-wanted fugitive, and rookie FBI profiler Elizabeth Keen as they work together to take down criminals and evildoers. The episode opens with a great introduction scene set to music, which sets the tone for the rest of the episode. Elizabeth shows no remorse as she shoves a pen in Raymond's neck, foreshadowing a darker version of Elizabeth in season six. The audience is left wondering about the other three applicants of bodyguards that Raymond had picked for Harold to choose from.

The episode is a great introduction to the show, with an impressive performance from James Spader. The ending of the episode leaves the audience wanting more, and viewers are already warming up to the show. With great characterization, suspenseful moments and a thrilling introduction, The Blacklist pilot episode is a great start to the series.

The episode was rated 8.07 from 5185 votes.

In this episode of The Blacklist, Liz discovers the truth behind her father's death and refuses to work with Red, just as his situation grows desperate. In the bank, the guard holds his gun and says "we are quarantined", reminiscent of the current pandemic. Liz and Red reunite in a park, surrounded by agents, with no one shooting or any guns, only to make a blackout.

Overall, this episode was an interesting take on the current pandemic. It makes sense why the virus can't spread, to threaten people to make the plane come, and why the plane couldn't take off. The characters, especially Raymond, make this episode enjoyable to watch, with a suspenseful ending. All in all, this episode deserves a 7/10.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 3156 votes.

In the episode "Anslo Garrick (2)," Liz infiltrates the blacksite and attempts to disarm the signal jammers to call in backup. However, she runs into trouble and the fate of Ressler hangs in the balance as Red tries to bargain with Anslo Garrick. Meanwhile, Tom is deeply worried about Liz's situation and the fate of Red is still uncertain. During this episode, viewers witness a large assault by Raymond's organization, highlighting the complexity of the organizations that exist. In the end, it is a good episode with a nice ending, though the first part of the episode (episode 9) is considered the better of the two.

The episode was rated 8.24 from 3361 votes.

The Blacklist is a show that features a new villain in each episode. The newest villain, Anslo Garrick, has an ulterior motive, which is to capture Red. In this episode, Liz gets trapped in an elevator and Red has to save her. This episode has been praised as the best so far in the season and James Spader for delivering a powerful speech about what he wants.

The episode also included a tragedy where a woman, Luli Zeng, was killed. This death was particularly poignant as it was so early in the season. Despite this, fans of the show still enjoyed the episode. It is filled with suspense, drama and intense scenes that make it a great episode that keeps the audience engaged.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 3499 votes.

The Blacklist's season 1 finale, Berlin (2), is an intense episode that forces Liz to team up with Red in order to track down Berlin. Of all the props they could have used for a cable sticking out of a downed aircraft, the bright blue D-sub connector seemed to strain the viewers' suspension of disbelief.

Next season will feel slightly empty without Meera, as her character hadn't had that big of a role, but still had a presence that was liked by many. Although some viewers weren't sad to see her character leave, they still wished she had a bigger role in the show. The episode was packed with emotions and action, as usual, and viewers got to see Reddington being a badass. Additionally, the actor who killed Meera Malik had previously appeared in the series Power and fans were pleased to see him again. He also resembled Sami Zayn from WWE, which made the episode even more entertaining.

The episode was rated 8.29 from 3092 votes.