The Worst Episodes of Billions

Prince revamps the team in his image with mixed results, leading him to question if he wants to keep any of them at all. Chuck, clearing his head upstate, leads a crusade against a local blue blood. Meanwhile, Wags, Wendy and Taylor all try to wrap their heads around their new positions under Prince. Season premiere.

Director: Joshua Marston

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien

Prince works to secure a key supporter in his bid for the games but faces an unexpected challenge when news leaks that another player is honing in on the NYC bid. Chuck investigates a mysterious run on the NYAG land bank. Taylor is forced to weigh a different kind of cost when old friends get caught in a business crossfire.

Director: Chloe Domont

Writer: Theo Travers

Prince instructs the trading floor on a new play but is met with skepticism. Taylor and Wendy try to nail down Prince’s intentions, while Wags struggles to hide a conflict of interest. Meanwhile, Chuck decides to go after the entire billionaire class, first tackling the plight of the New York City doormen.

Director: Joshua Marston

Writer: Emily Hornsby

After a donation to the city of New York puts a strain on the firm, Prince must find fresh capital. Despite skepticism from his team, Chuck searches for a way to undermine Prince’s largesse. Sacker and a competitor size each other up.

Director: Tara Nicole Weyr

Writer: Beth Schacter

In the aftermath of the Commission’s decision, Prince encourages his team to find new investments, and Wendy prepares for the future. Feeling pressure from Philip, Taylor goes all-in on a questionable play. Rian, eager to escape work stress, comes to an unlikely arrangement with Wags. Meanwhile, Chuck uses New York politics to his advantage.

Director: Sylvain White

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Lio Sigerson

With a new player at Prince Cap, the trading floor scrambles to stake out their turf. Meanwhile, Taylor makes a huge bet on a risky play and Chuck tries to bring home a worthy case but encounters an unexpected challenge.

Director: Tara Nicole Weyr

Writer: Eli Attie

As the Commission’s announcement draws near, Prince must decide just how far he’ll go to secure his bid. Chuck, determined to find wrongdoing in Prince’s pursuit of the games, follows a lead. Mase Carb develops a new algorithm, and Taylor uses it to their advantage. Chuck and Wendy reconnect.

Director: Shaz Bennett

Writer: Emily Hornsby

Facing political headwinds against the Olympic Games, Prince turns to Wendy for help. Meanwhile, Scooter and Wags must work together to help secure the games. Taylor chases a holy grail play and Sacker makes a big decision.

Director: Chloe Domont

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Lio Sigerson

The discovery of Prince’s true plan pushes Chuck to undertake his most dangerous gambit yet, one final all-in gamble that will see the loser sent to prison.

Director: Adam Bernstein

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Beth Schacter

Prince's plan is put in jeopardy when Chuck unleashes a new kind of attack. Meanwhile, a discovery sets off chaos at Michael Prince Capital. Prince makes an announcement that pushes the tension between Philip and Taylor to the boiling point.

Director: Darren Grant

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Eli Attie

Senior and Chuck’s friends take Chuck on a retreat to regroup. Prince looks to consolidate his wins. Wendy tries to figure out Prince’s bigger picture. Sacker reckons with some old skeletons in her closet.

Director: Adam Bernstein

Writer: Emily Hornsby, Beth Schacter

Chuck and Prince venture upstate to rub elbows with a new political force. Prince sacrifices pride to do a personal favor. Wendy helps Wags unpack his deepest desires.

Director: Daniel Gray Longino

Writer: Aiyana K. White

Prince attempts to leverage a past employee’s work for his own gain. Chuck rallies the troops at his old stomping grounds. A betrayal from within Prince Cap shakes Wendy’s confidence.

Director: Darren Grant

Writer: Mae Smith

Chuck fights to unlock the city for the people. Prince and his brain trust hatch a plan to turn the tables. After discovering an investment reversal, Taylor teams up with Philip.

Director: Daniel Attias

Writer: Theo Travers

Prince’s latest play promises to enhance his political platform but puts Philip in a tough position. Chuck and Wendy face a family crisis as a consequence of Senior’s poor judgment. Wags and Scooter team up to boost employee morale at Prince Cap.

Director: Rose Beth Johnson-Brown

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien

Chuck embarks on a case with ties to Prince in his latest attempt to bring down his foe. The Prince Cappers face an ethical dilemma when a crucial aspect of their latest play is revealed. Wendy finds herself asking for guidance.

Director: John Dahl

Writer: Lio Sigerson

Prince clashes with his employees over who has ultimate authority. Ira turns to Chuck for help with an embarrassing problem. Wendy and Luke forge a connection. Sacker confronts a figure from her past who poses a threat to her future.

Director: Naomi Geraghty

Writer: Amadou Diallo

Bobby Axelrod reaches a major milestone. Chuck struggles to get his bearings, and he and Wendy navigate a new normal. Tensions are high at Axe Cap now that Taylor Mason is back. Axe faces off against new rival Mike Prince. Taylor wrestles with a decision.

Director: Matthew McLoota

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien

Chuck returns to his alma mater to pursue an opportunity. Axe's big venture is sidelined by a family crisis. Taylor asserts independence with a risky play. Chuck puts Wendy in an awkward position.

Director: John Dahl

Writer: Ben Mezrich

As Axe Cap returns to the office, Axe makes a surprise announcement, leaving the team’s futures in flux. Wendy’s divorce becomes complicated when Chuck sticks his nose in the Mase Carb financials. Meanwhile, Axe rings an unexpected ally to get intel on Chuck.

Director: Neil Burger

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Emily Hornsby

Prince recruits campaign support and encourages the Prince Cappers to aim high under a new directive for big swings. Chuck negotiates with a ghost from his past to advance a new agenda. Axe shares a glimpse into his new life.

Director: John Dahl

Writer: Emily Hornsby

Axe chases a play at Mike Prince's conference. Chuck wrestles with his demons and chooses a new path. Wendy takes the lead as Axe Cap faces a threat. Taylor confronts a figure from their past.

Director: Lee Tamahori

Writer: Adam R. Perlman

Axe's latest move takes him back to his roots but puts him in Mike Prince's line of fire. Chuck steps into a new role and meets an intriguing colleague. Taylor tries to salvage a missed opportunity. Wendy takes on an interesting new client.

Director: Laurie Collyer

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Emily Hornsby

Axe makes big plays with an unconventional source of inspiration. Chuck goes to desperate lengths for family. Tensions rise in Wendy’s relationships. Chuck and Sacker manipulate a past collaborator. Taylor steps up and takes charge.

Director: David Costabile

Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Emily Hornsby

Axe must reckon with his past to secure his future. Chuck plots against Axe with the help of some old associates. Chuck and Wendy both try to move on, but get forced together by an emergency. Wendy and Taylor embark on a new venture.

Director: Adam Bernstein

Writer: Theo Travers