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Shrewd, savvy U.S. Attorney Chuck Rhoades and the brilliant, ambitious hedge fund king Bobby "Axe" Axelrod are on an explosive collision course, with each using all of his considerable smarts, power and influence to outmaneuver

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Billions Season 3 Episode 12 - Elmsley Count
    8.8/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Elmsley Count

    S3:E12

    Axe dominates a capital raise event, but is soon challenged by an unexpected competitor. Chuck looks to strike the ultimate blow on an enemy. Wendy reckons with past decisions, and chooses a side. Connerty confronts Sacker about Chuck's activities. Taylor takes a big position.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  2. Billions Season 4 Episode 12 - Extreme Sandbox
    8.8/10(9 votes)

    #2 - Extreme Sandbox

    S4:E12

    Axe makes a big decision. Connerty gets closer to the truth. Tensions rise, and dynamics shift. Season Finale

    Directors:Neil Burger, Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  3. Billions Season 3 Episode 6 - The Third Ortolan
    8.7/10(12 votes)

    #3 - The Third Ortolan

    S3:E6

    Axe tracks down a critical piece of evidence that could destroy him. Both Axe and Chuck reckon with just how far they're willing to go to protect Wendy. The Ice Juice case comes to a head when a judge gives Connerty a difficult deadline.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Alice O'Neill

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  4. Billions Season 4 Episode 4 - Overton Window
    8.7/10(11 votes)

    #4 - Overton Window

    S4:E4

    Axe Cap suffers an attack at a crucial moment. Taylor considers going into business with an unexpected partner. Axe asks for Chuck's help. Chuck makes a bold move to advance his own career.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Clement Virgo
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  5. Billions Season 7 Episode 12 - Admirals Fund
    8.6/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Admirals Fund

    S7:E12

    Trust is built and broken as fate hangs in the balance for all when Chuck, Axe and Prince have the ultimate showdown.

    Director:Neil Burger
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  6. Billions Season 2 Episode 8 - The Kingmaker
    8.5/10(12 votes)

    #6 - The Kingmaker

    S2:E8

    Axe investigates who was behind the breakdown in his Sandicot dealings but faces formidable opposition. Chuck digs up dirt on a political rival. Lara makes a PR trip to Sandicot to ease tensions between the town and the Axelrods. Wendy helps Taylor solve a problem at Axe Capital. Chuck and Senior curry favor with a powerful ally.

    Director:Oliver Hirschbiegel
    Writer:Adam R. Perlman

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  7. Billions Season 1 Episode 6 - The Deal
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #7 - The Deal

    S1:E6

    Wendy facilitates a deal that hinges on a meeting between Chuck and Axe.

    Director:James Foley
    Writer:Wes Jones

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  8. Billions Season 1 Episode 12 - The Conversation
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #8 - The Conversation

    S1:E12

    Chuck goes in search of Axe and an explosive confrontation.

    Director:Michael Cuesta
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  9. Billions Season 4 Episode 5 - A Proper Sendoff
    8.4/10(9 votes)

    #9 - A Proper Sendoff

    S4:E5

    Chuck begins work in a new position. Axe is surprised by a visitor from his past. Wendy deals with the consequences of Chuck's actions. Taylor goes after an organization that has a history with Axe.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Matthew McLoota
    Writer:Michael Russell Gunn

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  10. Billions Season 2 Episode 10 - With or Without You
    8.3/10(10 votes)

    #10 - With or Without You

    S2:E10

    Axe deals with a major family disturbance involving Lara and the kids. Chuck considers the potential pitfalls of his personal life while being vetted for political advancement. Wendy tries to right a wrong she committed against Axe. At an impromptu dinner Chuck and Wendy open up to each other.

    Director:Ed Bianchi
    Writer:Willie Reale

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  11. Billions Season 4 Episode 1 - Chucky Rhoades's Greatest Game
    8.3/10(11 votes)

    #11 - Chucky Rhoades's Greatest Game

    S4:E1

    Season 4 begins with Axe closing ranks, determined to destroy Taylor. No longer U.S. Attorney, Chuck struggles to regain power. Taylor does what it takes to keep their new company afloat.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  12. Billions Season 4 Episode 7 - Infinite Game
    8.3/10(10 votes)

    #12 - Infinite Game

    S4:E7

    Axe and Wendy plan a new attack against Taylor. A favor Chuck did turns out to be a liability. Taylor makes a difficult choice for the good of their company.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Laurie Collyer
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  13. Billions Season 5 Episode 12 - No Direction Home
    8.3/10(12 votes)

    #13 - No Direction Home

    S5:E12

    Chuck, Axe and Prince maneuver to outsmart and outpower each other. Taylor finds themself at a crossroads regarding their role as a leader, while Wendy struggles to sort out her personal life. Alliances shift in an all-out brawl that leads the future of Axe Capital down an unexpected path.

    Director:Dan Attias
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  14. Billions Season 2 Episode 12 - Ball in Hand
    8.2/10(11 votes)

    #14 - Ball in Hand

    S2:E12

    Axe receives news from an unexpected source that he's in the crosshairs of law enforcement. While Axe moves quickly to safeguard his livelihood, Chuck arranges the last pieces of his long game in order to secure victory. Lara marshals her resources to protect what's hers. Wendy and Chuck make a momentous decision about the state of their marriage. Hoping the moderators see this note: the "Season 3" link to the bottom right of this section has the wrong hyperlink. I cannot figure out how to fix this as it appears to be a unique problem. Please fix the link to proceed to the next season.

    Directors:Ryan Fleck, Anna Boden
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Adam R. Perlman

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  15. Billions Season 3 Episode 11 - Kompenso
    8.2/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Kompenso

    S3:E11

    Axe determines his employees' worth at the year-end "comp" meetings. Chuck advances a dangerous plan, but is distracted by a friend in need of help. Taylor and Axe argue over Taylor's place and worth at the firm. Wendy seeks Lara's aid with an internal Axe Cap problem. Connerty discovers a new, secret source of information.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writer:Adam R. Perlman

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  16. Billions Season 1 Episode 4 - Short Squeeze
    8.1/10(17 votes)

    #16 - Short Squeeze

    S1:E4

    Axe deals with a betrayal. Chuck learns the inner workings of Axe Capital.

    Director:James Foley
    Writer:Young Il Kim

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  17. Billions Season 2 Episode 1 - Risk Management
    8.1/10(11 votes)

    #17 - Risk Management

    S2:E1

    U.S. Attorney Chuck Rhoades and hedge fund king Bobby Axelrod are digging out of the wreckage. Chuck faces scrutiny from within his office and from the Attorney General. Axe refortifies Axe Capital, and weighs his options for retaliation. The fund wrestles with a precarious economic landscape that threatens the very existence of Axe Cap. Wendy entertains an offer from a rival hedge fund manager. Lara intervenes in an emergency at her children's school.

    Director:Reed Morano
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  18. Billions Season 2 Episode 11 - Golden Frog Time
    8.1/10(15 votes)

    #18 - Golden Frog Time

    S2:E11

    Chuck finds he has much at stake in the success of a new business venture; Senior, too, is heavily invested. Meanwhile, Axe takes out a massive short and takes steps to insure its failure. Wendy wrestles with a familiar and uncomfortable position: caught between Axe and Chuck.

    Director:Karyn Kusama
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Brian Chamberlayne

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  19. Billions Season 3 Episode 1 - Tie Goes to the Runner
    8.1/10(16 votes)

    #19 - Tie Goes to the Runner

    S3:E1

    Chuck receives a mandate from a new boss. Axe braves a difficult choice following his recent indictment. Taylor generates a monster strategy. Lara threatens to pull her money from Axe Capital. Sacker strives to prove herself as Chief of Crim.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  20. Billions Season 4 Episode 9 - American Champion
    8.1/10(9 votes)

    #20 - American Champion

    S4:E9

    Chuck makes a dramatic move to help Wendy and Senior. Taylor goes after Axe by trying to sabotage someone close to him. Axe contends with difficulties at Axe Capital. Chuck reveals his priorities.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Naomi Geraghty
    Writer:Adam R. Perlman

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  21. Billions Season 4 Episode 10 - New Year's Day
    8.1/10(8 votes)

    #21 - New Year's Day

    S4:E10

    Wendy and Taylor each prep for a big day. Wags gets in touch with his sensitive side. Axe and Wendy's bond solidifies as he recalls a pivotal moment. Connerty reconnects with a figure from his past.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Adam Bernstein
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  22. Billions Season 2 Episode 2 - Dead Cat Bounce
    8.0/10(11 votes)

    #22 - Dead Cat Bounce

    S2:E2

    Axe publicly spars with a rival hedge fund manager and with the help of a talented intern initiates a new financial play to hurt the competition. Chuck deploys his team to quickly find a high-profile case that might save his sinking status. Wendy navigates a minefield of questioning that could result in disaster for Chuck.

    Directors:Ryan Fleck, Anna Boden
    Writer:Wes Jones

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  23. Billions Season 2 Episode 3 - Optimal Play
    8.0/10(10 votes)

    #23 - Optimal Play

    S2:E3

    Axe considers buying an NFL franchise and develops a new ally. Chuck begins a last-ditch case against a banking titan by developing a low-level informant. Axe Cappers attend the annual Alpha Cup Charity Poker Tournament. Wendy makes a controversial appearance at the tournament by accompanying Axe's competitor as his performance coach. Lara launches her new business.

    Director:Alex Gibney
    Writer:Willie Reale

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  24. Billions Season 3 Episode 3 - A Generation Too Late
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #24 - A Generation Too Late

    S3:E3

    Chuck faces a dilemma when he's given a perverse directive. Axe expands upon a secret venture. Taylor and Wags interview a different type of Axe Capital employee. Connerty and Dake close in on key witnesses in the Ice Juice sabotage. Axe and Lara consider an unexpected agreement.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writer:Wes Taylor

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  25. Billions Season 3 Episode 10 - Redemption
    8.0/10(10 votes)

    #25 - Redemption

    S3:E10

    Axe explores an unappealing investment at a desperate moment. Taylor makes a personal compromise for business. Chuck suspects a major foe may be on to his scheme. Sacker calls in a favor from the FBI. Wendy advises an Axe Capper to make bold moves.

    Director:Jake Polonsky
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Matt Fennell

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Best Episodes Summary

"Elmsley Count" is the best rated episode of "Billions". It scored 8.8/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Neil Burger, Colin Bucksey and written by Brian Koppelman, David Levien, it aired on 6/10/2018. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Extreme Sandbox".