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The Best Episodes of American Odyssey

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

The Best Episodes of American Odyssey

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  1. Background image for Drop King
    7.8/10(200 votes)

    #1 - Drop King

    S1:E3

    Now captive in Bamako, Odelle must prove her value to an Ansar Dine interrogator. Harrison reluctantly turns to his famous journalist father for help when he learns he has a connection to Colonel Glen. Peter finds himself in danger after uncovering new evidence against Societel.

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    Director:Rod Lurie
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    7.8/10(176 votes)

    #2 - Wingman

    S1:E6

    After seeing Aslam's picture on Shakir Kahn's television show, Odelle is finally reunited with her young friend. Maya's relationship with Cameron deepens, worrying Peter, who believes that the young man is a Societel Mining spy. Still hot on his father's trail, Harrison inquires about a story his father never finished.

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    Director:Jon Jones
  3. Background image for Beat Feet
    7.6/10(181 votes)

    #3 - Beat Feet

    S1:E5

    Odelle receives orders from Col. Glen and treks to a secret CIA safe house, but it soon dawns on her that Glen might not be acting in her best interest. In New York, paranoia deepens when Peter discovers Societal Mining is investigating Joe; Harrison and Bob try to connect with Randall's last source.

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    7.6/10(145 votes)

    #4 - Bug Out

    S1:E12

    While in Algeria with Luc and Aslam, Odelle gets used to a new life, only to ultimately be brought back to reality. Meanwhile, back in New York, Peter learns that Sophia Tsaldari is being forced to work with Jennifer Wachtel. Harrison uncovers a clue after Ruby's death.

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    Director:Clark Johnson
    Writer:Adam Armus
  5. Background image for Real World
    7.6/10(148 votes)

    #5 - Real World

    S1:E13

    As the world discovers that the truth about Odelle, she and Aslam find refuge in Barcelona with someone from Luc's past. But when Odelle finally has a chance to tell her story to reporter Isabel Rainey, she encounters an unavoidable obstacle. Meanwhile, back in New York, the truth about Societel Mining's misdeeds sends ripples through Peter's world and Harrison works to expose Osela.

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    Director:Clark Johnson
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Gone Elvis
    7.5/10(278 votes)

    #6 - Gone Elvis

    S1:E1

    Sgt. Odelle Ballard obtains files that prove a major U.S. corporation is secretly funding terrorists. Litigator Pete Decker uncovers corruption in the private sphere. Activist Harrison Walters suspects a government cover-up.

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    Director:Peter Horton
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Oscar Mike
    7.5/10(237 votes)

    #7 - Oscar Mike

    S1:E2

    Odelle tries to avoid detection while traveling through the desert with her Malian companion. Meanwhile, hacker Bob is reluctant to reveal evidence that Odelle is still alive, and Peter takes his suspicions about Societel to the Department of Justice.

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    Director:Peter Horton
    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for Tango Uniform
    7.5/10(177 votes)

    #8 - Tango Uniform

    S1:E4

    Tension is eased between Odelle and her captor, as Aslam and Frank Majors ramp up efforts to find her. Meanwhile, a senator complicates Peter's SOC investigation; Harrison prepares to deliver the eulogy at his father's funeral; and it's revealed that there's more to Randall's death than meets the eye.

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    7.5/10(158 votes)

    #9 - Soup Sandwich

    S1:E7

    Peter breaks into a Societel Mining warehouse to uncover more evidence on the company's misdeeds, but the mission does not go as planned. Isabel Rainey comes to Club Cachette to hear Odelle's story, but Odelle and Aslam are forced to run, leaving Shakir Khan to fend for himself. Harrison and Bob finally make contact with Yusuf Qasim, a man who may have answers to their questions.

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    Director:Jon Jones
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for KMAG YOYO
    7.5/10(154 votes)

    #10 - KMAG YOYO

    S1:E8

    Odelle and Aslam are hit hard by Frank Majors' attack on Shakir Khan. Meanwhile, a desperate Peter makes a deal with Societel Mining CEO Alex Baker, as his marriage reaches a breaking point. Bob gets closer to discovering Ruby's true identity, though what he discovers might not be enough to stop her relationship with Harrison. Also, Suzanne makes a new friend.

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    Director:Jon Jones
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    7.4/10(153 votes)

    #11 - Gingerbread

    S1:E11

    Odelle is held hostage by an enigmatic shaman. She is then taken on a bizarre trip, during which she must face the ghosts of her past. Meanwhile, Peter's professional life and personal life take hits, and Harrison and Ruby embark on a romantic getaway.

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    Director:Jamie Payne
    Writer:Unknown
  13. Background image for Fubar Bundy
    7.3/10(148 votes)

    #12 - Fubar Bundy

    S1:E10

    Odelle, Aslam and Luc hold an unconscious Frank in captivity. Meanwhile, Peter at last makes contact with Yusuf Qasim, and Ruby faces the reality that her mission is not yet complete.

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    Director:Jamie Payne
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    7.2/10(154 votes)

    #13 - Figmo

    S1:E9

    Luc comes to Odelle and Aslam's rescue, and Odelle learns about the mysterious Frenchman's past. Back in New York, Sophia Tsaldari helps Peter get closer to Yusuf Qasim and further exacerbates the rift with his family. Bob tells Harrison the truth about Ruby, which has unintended consequences. Suzanne and Julia continue to bond, raising questions for both Ron and Col. Glen.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Drop King" is the best rated episode of "American Odyssey". It scored 7.8/10 based on 200 votes. Directed by Rod Lurie and written by Dahvi Waller, it aired on 4/19/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Wingman".