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The Best Episodes of CNBC Originals

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    CNBC Originals Season 2009 Episode 3 - House of Cards
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    #1 - House of Cards

    S2009:E3

    CNBC presents the definitive report on the defining story of our time. CNBC correspondent David Faber investigates the origins of the global economic crisis, with first person accounts from home buyers, mortgage brokers, investment bankers and investors – most of whom let greed blind them, leading to the greatest financial collapse since the Great Depression.

    Director:Unknown

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  2. CNBC Originals Season 2020 Episode 311 - Tesla: Hell of a Ride
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    #2 - Tesla: Hell of a Ride

    S2020:E311

    Growing Tesla from the Roadster to the Model 3 was a bumpy road, and Wall Street was along for the wild ride. CNBC explores how Tesla and Elon Musk started an electric car revolution.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. CNBC Originals Season 2023 Episode 1 - June 23
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    #3 - June 23

    S2023:E1

    CNBC Documentaries examines the case of a Chinese government spy who tried to steal secrets from some of America's biggest companies and delves into the shadowy world of economic espionage that could endanger millions of U.S. jobs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"House of Cards" is the best rated episode of "CNBC Originals". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by James Jacoby, it aired on 2/12/2009. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Tesla: Hell of a Ride".