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The Worst Episodes of Black Bird

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As Jimmy Keene begins a 10-year prison sentence, he gets an incredible offer: If he can elicit a confession from suspected killer Larry Hall, Jimmy will be freed. Completing this mission becomes the challenge of

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Black Bird Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.8/10(4323 votes)

    S1:E1

    Jimmy Keene is living in the fast lane—until he gets a 10-year prison sentence. Behind bars, he's approached about a high-stakes deal for freedom.

    Director:Michaël R. Roskam
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Black Bird Season 1 Episode 2 - We Are Coming, Father Abraham
    7.9/10(3871 votes)

    S1:E2

    Agent McCauley prepares Jimmy for the mission. Detective Miller questions Larry about the missing women, leading to a polygraph test.

    Director:Michaël R. Roskam
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Black Bird Season 1 Episode 4 - WhatsHerName
    8.0/10(3571 votes)

    S1:E4

    In the aftermath of a prison riot, Jimmy and Larry find themselves with time to learn more about each other.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Black Bird Season 1 Episode 3 - Hand to Mouth
    8.1/10(3703 votes)

    S1:E3

    Struggling with his transition to maximum security prison, Jimmy initiates a friendship with Larry. New holes in Larry's stories are uncovered.

    Director:Michaël R. Roskam
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Black Bird Season 1 Episode 5 - The Place I Lie
    8.6/10(3931 votes)

    S1:E5

    Jimmy's mounting fear and paranoia compel him to provoke Larry. McCauley and Miller have a breakthrough. Larry's therapist grows concerned.

    Director:Joe Chappelle
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Black Bird Season 1 Episode 6 - You Promised
    8.8/10(4060 votes)

    S1:E6

    Jimmy reaches his breaking point. Larry becomes suspicious. McCauley and Miller talk to an important person in Larry's life.

    Director:Joe Chappelle
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pilot" is the worst rated episode of "Black Bird". It scored 7.8/10 based on 4323 votes. Directed by Michaël R. Roskam and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/7/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "We Are Coming, Father Abraham".