Best Episodes
The Blacklist, the thrilling American crime drama series created by Jon Bokenkamp, has been airing on NBC since 2013. The show follows Raymond “Red” Reddington (James Spader) as he assists the FBI in tracking and apprehending some of the world’s most dangerous criminals and terrorists. Over 11 seasons and hundreds of episodes, viewers have been able to rank their favorite episodes of the show. Here, we will be taking a look at the best episodes of The Blacklist, as ranked by viewers.
Written by Sophie and last updated on aug 18, 2023.
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After Red learns that a tactical nuclear weapon is being targeted by thieves, it's a race against the clock as the task force struggles to stop them -- and prevent an imminent nuclear disaster. Meanwhile, Tom and Liz make a decision that will change their relationship forever.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 4474 votes.
Red enlists a task force to locate the Djinn, an enigmatic woman who fulfills revenge fantasies. Red and Liz believe the Djinn can lead them to the Cabal and help them exonerate Liz.
The episode was rated 7.80 from 3584 votes.
When Reddington links an elegant, powerful and extremely dangerous woman to the recent tragic events, the task force is forced to play a deadly cat and mouse game to stop her before she strikes again.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 4500 votes.
Liz and Red take a detour to the Midwest. Ressler, Aram and Samar accidentally uncover what could turn into a global food crisis. Cooper seeks help from an unexpected source.
The episode was rated 7.82 from 3573 votes.
Red and Liz are unexpectedly separated from each other when Red falls into a dangerous situation. Samar makes a risky decision to help Liz while Tom and Cooper continue on their expedition to exonerate Liz.
The episode was rated 7.87 from 3625 votes.
Red and the FBI come together to protect Liz when a huge reward for her capture attracts attention from assassins.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 3582 votes.
The FBI task force's hunt for revenge nears its endgame. As Reddington and the team close in on the mysterious arch-criminal responsible for recent tragic events, they're forced to operate outside their comfort zone – and outside the law – in order to take down their enemy once and for all.
The episode was rated 7.92 from 4512 votes.
With her name finally cleared, Liz attempts to reclaim her former life. Red works with the task force to infiltrate an assembly of high-level criminals at large in a rare, risky opportunity to capture the heads of the world's most lethal organized crime syndicates.
The episode was rated 7.92 from 3919 votes.
Red and Liz catch wind that Andras Halmi, a trusted advisor of The Director, has gone missing. In pursuit of Halmi, Red and Liz narrowly escape a violent confrontation. Meanwhile, Tom ends up in a brutal "Fight Club" to find the one man he thinks will be able to exonerate Liz.
The episode was rated 7.97 from 3605 votes.
With Ressler in hot pursuit, Liz only has Red to trust; Red asks a lawyer named Marvin Gerard for help with a hostage situation. The FBI wants to force Cooper out of the task force.
The episode was rated 8.00 from 3711 votes.
The Blacklist's Mr. Solomon: Conclusion (2) was an intense episode that left viewers in suspense. One of the team members falls into grave danger due to a tragedy, leaving the task force to rely on Red and his unorthodox methods to save them. In the midst of this, an unforeseen complication impacts Tom and Liz. As viewers watched, they could feel the emotion and tension of the scene, as the tragedy that befell one of the members of the team was heart-wrenching.
The episode was also filled with excitement, as Kaplan's involvement in the story left viewers wondering how it would all turn out. Tom's experience with ruses kept viewers guessing, and the suspenseful ending left them wanting more. Viewers praised the episode, claiming it was one of the best so far. It was certainly an episode that will be remembered for its dramatic and emotional scenes.
The episode was rated 8.03 from 4523 votes.
The season premiere of The Blacklist, 'The Troll Farmer', was highly anticipated, and it certainly didn't disappoint. With the FBI hunting Liz for the murder of the attorney general, she and Red go on the run, and Red reaches out to a contact for help. The episode was filled with suspense and excitement, and the ending was phenomenal.
It certainly reminded viewers why they liked this show so much in the first place. Reddington is one of the most compelling characters ever, and this episode was a great reintroduction to his world and the twists and turns he can take. The production crew should be commended for their fantastic work on this episode, and it's clear that this season of The Blacklist is going to be one to watch.
The episode was rated 8.03 from 3870 votes.
The first episode of The Blacklist Season 8, entitled "The Director (1)", begins with Liz awaiting trial as Red and Aram take risky measures to protect her. The episode ends with a spectacular scene between Liz and Red, and viewers are left with an immense amount of suspense. Throughout the episode, the tension intensifies as Red and Aram work together to try and protect Liz. One particularly memorable scene is when Liz is taken away from Laurel and Peter, and the audience watches as they are separated.
The episode was met with much praise and appreciation, with viewers remarking on the great acting, the suspenseful moments, and the memorable lines. One particular line that was praised was "If it wasn't about the sex, then why did you have sex?" The last scene between Red and Liz was said to be the highlight of the episode, with James Spader and Megan Boone in top form. All in all, the episode was a great start to the season, and fans are looking forward to what comes next.
The episode was rated 8.19 from 3919 votes.
The task force led by Raymond Reddington is hot on the trail of the person responsible for Liz's death. As they close in on the culprit, a shocking betrayal leaves them in a frantic race to save one of their own. It is revealed that Caplan was behind the entire operation, though it was quite predictable. Despite being a bit predictable, the episode was still quite enjoyable. The reveal that the perpetrator is a Russian millionaire was a surprise, though in hindsight it should have been easy to guess. The shock of the reveal is only compounded by the realization that they must now race to save one of their own.
The episode was rated 8.25 from 4754 votes.
The Blacklist's "The Director: Conclusion (2)" was an epic episode that ended with a very fitting conclusion. The Cabal was preparing to assassinate Liz, and Red's call to the task force was a desperate bid to exonerate her. The episode was filled with tension and was made all the more impactful with the song choices. The ending was particularly epic, leaving viewers with a sense of awe and satisfaction. The episode was action-packed and exciting, with viewers enjoying every minute of it. People were delighted with the finale and the resolution it brought, making it a memorable episode for all.
The episode was rated 8.32 from 3923 votes.
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