The Best Episodes of Boss Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.9/10(545 votes)

   #1 - Listen

   S1:E110/21/2011

   After being diagnosed with a degenerative neurological disorder, Chicago Mayor Tom Kane must set aside his personal issues as he attempts to run the city with an iron fist, while also dealing with the upcoming gubernatorial primary.

   Director:Gus Van Sant

   Writer:Farhad Safinia

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   Director:Gus Van Sant

   Writer:Farhad Safinia
2. 

   7.7/10(374 votes)

   #2 - Reflex

   S1:E210/28/2011

   With a new, powerful entry in the race, Kane and his people flex their political muscles to maintain their hold. Meanwhile, a worried Meredith suspects her husband is keeping something from her.

   Director:Jim McKay

   Writer:Farhad Safinia

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   Director:Jim McKay

   Writer:Farhad Safinia
3. 

   7.5/10(342 votes)

   #3 - Swallow

   S1:E311/4/2011

   With Zajac's campaign gathering steam, Kane needs to adjust to his health situation; Miller digs deep to come up with some embarrassing dirt on Gov. Cullen.

   Director:Mario Van Peebles

   Writers:Richard Levine, Lyn Greene

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   Director:Mario Van Peebles

   Writers:Richard Levine, Lyn Greene
4. 

   7.6/10(321 votes)

   #4 - Slip

   S1:E411/11/2011

   Kane finds himself starting to lose control, both politically and personally, as his supporters begin to question their confidence in him. Zajac ventures into uncharted territory while campaigning as Miller continues to dig for answers.

   Director:Jim McKay

   Writer:Bradford Winters

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   Director:Jim McKay

   Writer:Bradford Winters
5. 

   7.9/10(304 votes)

   #5 - Remembered

   S1:E511/18/2011

   After long-buried information resurfaces, Kane and his camp find themselves battling the media for control of public perception. With the primary just around the corner, they'll have to pull out all the stops to contain the situation and keep the upper hand.

   Director:Jean de Segonzac

   Writer:Angelina Burnett

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   Director:Jean de Segonzac

   Writer:Angelina Burnett
6. 

   8.0/10(299 votes)

   #6 - Spit

   S1:E611/25/2011

   Kane takes an unannounced break from City Hall as his political image hits an all-time low. The election looms and he'll need to enlist the help of others to weather this storm. Kitty, at an emotional impasse, makes a bold move while Meredith, increasingly suspect of Kane's behavior, seeks opportunities of her own.

   Director:Mario Van Peebles

   Writers:Richard Levine, Lyn Greene

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   Director:Mario Van Peebles

   Writers:Richard Levine, Lyn Greene
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7. 

   8.8/10(370 votes)

   #7 - Stasis

   S1:E712/2/2011

   Just days away from the election, Kane slowly regains control over City Hall. Though a swift political move will help identify his adversaries, will doing the unthinkable improve his public image in time?

   Director:Jean de Segonzac

   Writer:Bradford Winters

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   Director:Jean de Segonzac

   Writer:Bradford Winters
8. 

   8.4/10(370 votes)

   #8 - Choose

   S1:E812/9/2011

   Election Day. The race is close, and while the candidates campaign, Kane and Stone must do their part to turn the gears of the political machine. Emma's world is turned upside-down while Meredith must go to great lengths to prove her allegiance to Kane.

   Director:Mario Van Peebles

   Writer:Farhad Safinia

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   Director:Mario Van Peebles

   Writer:Farhad Safinia