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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The task force is thrown for a loop when they encounter a nefarious enterprise that provides doppelgängers for criminals. Red scrambles to counteract a bold move by Liz.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 1300 votes.
Liz and the Task Force track new leads in their investigation of N-13, while Red takes steps to infiltrate Townsend's criminal organization.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 1213 votes.
Red and Dembe land in peril when Townsend deploys a torture specialist who uses unorthodox methods to interrogate her victims.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 1315 votes.
The task force must race to stop simultaneous danger presented by two blacklisters. Cooper approaches a congressman for intel.
The episode was rated 7.67 from 1350 votes.
The task force investigates the apparent disappearance of a defense contractor. Cooper receives an unexpected offer and Red makes a connection.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 1308 votes.
As Liz pushes a source for answers, Red and the task force grapple with the implications of her actions. Tensions boil over and a drastic action is taken, which will change Red and Liz's relationship forever.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 1481 votes.
The Task Force springs into action to stop an elusive assassin on Liz's trail.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 1225 votes.
Hoping to move some precious cargo quietly, Red enlists the assistance of an enforcer who specializes in transporting items through an underground network.
The episode was rated 7.73 from 1202 votes.
The task force's determination to identify a Russian asset in the U.S. government puts Cooper and Reddington in increasingly treacherous positions.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 1283 votes.
Red enjoys a quiet visit with a friend at her home in rural America.
The episode was rated 7.82 from 1283 votes.
Red and Dembe go to great lengths to fulfill the final wishes of a dear friend. Aram goes undercover as an interpreter to a company that provides services to criminals, while Park helps a friend in trouble.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 1344 votes.
When Reddington takes Liz to the mysterious epicenter of his empire, their shared past reveals itself and long buried secrets are divulged.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 1268 votes.
Red tries desperately to rescue an old friend at all costs, while Liz and Townsend conduct an interrogation.
The episode was rated 7.87 from 1219 votes.
Liz, Red and Dembe are forced to work together to survive an attack from Townsend. Cooper and the Task Force attempt to de-escalate the increasing danger to all.
The episode was rated 7.88 from 1242 votes.
Reddington makes a disturbing request to Liz in exchange for the truth about his identity.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 1274 votes.
