The Best Episodes Directed By Carl Franklin

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.2/10(49 votes)

   #1 - Tape 5, Side B

   S1:E103/31/2017

   A distraught Hannah gets a ride home from the party. Jessica's behavior grows increasingly erratic, and Clay learns the truth behind a tragedy.

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   8.1/10(74 votes)

   #2 - Chapter 14

   S2:E12/14/2014

   The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Francis grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.

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3. 

   8.1/10(37 votes)

   #3 - Episode 8

   S2:E88/16/2019

   Red tape hinders Holden's plan to narrow his suspect pool. A weary and heartsick Bill tries to connect with his son. Wendy rethinks her relationship.

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   8.1/10(37 votes)

   #4 - Episode 9

   S2:E98/16/2019

   The investigation zeroes in on a prime suspect who proves surprisingly adept at manipulating a volatile situation to his advantage.

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5. 

   7.9/10(39 votes)

   #5 - Episode 6

   S2:E68/16/2019

   The FBI officially sends the BSU to Atlanta to investigate the missing and murdered children. Wendy second-guesses her interview methods.

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6. 

   7.9/10(334 votes)

   #6 - Episode One

   S1:E19/21/2022

   After throwing his neighbor off the stench coming from his apartment, Jeff heads to a local bar, where a stranger takes him up on a tempting offer.

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7. 

   7.8/10(39 votes)

   #7 - Episode 7

   S2:E78/16/2019

   Hitting a dead end, Holden suggests a bold plan to draw the killer out. Bill's family faces more scrutiny. Wendy chafes as her job begins to shift.

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8. 

   7.8/10(51 votes)

   #8 - Tape 5, Side A

   S1:E93/31/2017

   Hannah witnesses a traumatic event at a summertime party. Clay tries to reason with Justin, and Marcus warns him that the worst is yet to come.

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9. 

   7.8/10(56 votes)

   #9 - Chapter 10

   S1:E102/1/2013

   Claire fuels an old flame. Peter wrestles with his demons. Francis crosses the point of no return.

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10. 

    7.7/10(59 votes)

    #10 - Chapter 11

    S1:E112/1/2013

    Zoe extends her time away from The Hill while Francis tracks down Russo and engages in damage control.

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11. 

    7.6/10(55 votes)

    #11 - Chapter 15

    S2:E22/14/2014

    Amid turmoil in the home, Frank takes office. Foreign relations become entangled as Durant's team bungles a meeting. As foes negotiate to thwart her, Jackie maneuvers to strengthen her position. Lucas acquires new skills in order to pursue his secret investigation.

    Director:Carl Franklin

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12. 

    7.4/10(41 votes)

    #12 - Peleliu Landing

    S1:E54/11/2010

    Basilone’s celebrity grows as he travels across the country on the war bonds tour. On Pavuvu, Sledge, assigned to the 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, is briefly reunited with Phillips and Leckie rejoins his company. Sledge then gets his first taste of combat as he, Leckie, and the rest of the 1st Marine Division meet fierce Japanese resistance while landing on the intricately and heavily defended coral island of Peleliu.

    Director:Carl Franklin

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