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The Best Episodes of Abraham Lincoln

Every episode of Abraham Lincoln ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Abraham Lincoln!

Binge this in 5h 15m•Peaking at 8.3/10

The true story of America's iconic 16th president as told by weaving together both scripted dramatizations of important moments in his life and commentary by authoritative historians and public figures.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Abraham Lincoln Season 1 Episode 3 - Saving the Union
    8.3/10(66 votes)

    #1 - Saving the Union

    S1:E3

    As casualties mount in the raging Civil War, Abraham Lincoln seeks a general who can end it once and for all. When the end draws near, he begins to think about what comes next for the nation and its former slaves.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Abraham Lincoln Season 1 Episode 2 - A President at War
    8.2/10(70 votes)

    #2 - A President at War

    S1:E2

    With the Civil War fully underway, Abraham Lincoln is forced to quickly learn how to manage a military as Commander in Chief. He comes to see only one path through the war: Emancipation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Abraham Lincoln Season 1 Episode 1 - The Railsplitter
    8.1/10(87 votes)

    #3 - The Railsplitter

    S1:E1

    Through a poverty-ridden childhood on the American frontier, Abraham Lincoln is determined to leave his mark on the world. He rises to become President of a nation on the verge of tearing itself apart.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Saving the Union" is the best rated episode of "Abraham Lincoln". It scored 8.3/10 based on 66 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/22/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "A President at War".