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The Best Episodes of East New York

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Regina Haywood is the newly promoted deputy inspector of East New York, a working-class neighborhood at the edge of Brooklyn. She leads a diverse group of officers and detectives, some of whom are reluctant to

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    East New York Season 1 Episode 21 - Ruskin Roulette
    8.5/10(168 votes)

    #1 - Ruskin Roulette

    S1:E21

    Haywood’s leadership is called into question after a tragic shooting close to home, and her relationship with Suarez is put to the test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. East New York Season 1 Episode 9 - When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth
    8.2/10(194 votes)

    #2 - When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth

    S1:E9

    When a retired cop who was planning to go public with claims of corruption dies and it’s initially ruled suicide, a skeptical Haywood directs her team to investigate. Also, Bentley and Quinlan grow closer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. East New York Season 1 Episode 10 - 10-13
    8.1/10(186 votes)

    #3 - 10-13

    S1:E10

    With Bentley fighting for his life, Haywood and the team race to track down the shooter, whose true target may have been another one of their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. East New York Season 1 Episode 19 - The Harder They Fall
    8.1/10(146 votes)

    #4 - The Harder They Fall

    S1:E19

    After an assistant district attorney is found dead following a court appearance, Haywood and Suarez face enormous pressure to solve the case; Killian turns to a questionable source for help with a personal problem.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. East New York Season 1 Episode 7 - Best Served Cold
    7.9/10(201 votes)

    #5 - Best Served Cold

    S1:E7

    When a man is shot during a supermarket opening, Detective Morales suspects the crime is related to an unsolved assault case she was pressured to drop years earlier. Also, Officer Quinlan discovers pivotal new details that could help solve a cold case close to home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. East New York Season 1 Episode 8 - CompStat Interruptus
    7.8/10(193 votes)

    #6 - CompStat Interruptus

    S1:E8

    When four party-goers fatally overdose, the 7-4’s investigation is impeded by an ongoing DEA operation, and Haywood turns to Suarez for help. Also, Yenko deals with tension at home, and Sandeford prepares for a date with his ex, Tamika.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. East New York Season 1 Episode 12 - Up in Smoke
    7.8/10(179 votes)

    #7 - Up in Smoke

    S1:E12

    When marijuana dispensaries are robbed, Killian discovers a connection that could derail his personal life; Suarez has a fateful meeting with Allison Cha, an influential political policy adviser; Bentley returns to work after his shooting.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. East New York Season 1 Episode 18 - In the Bag
    7.8/10(142 votes)

    #8 - In the Bag

    S1:E18

    The team's investigation into a violent home invasion leads them to question one of their own; Morales contends with a situation at her son's school; Haywood is forced to confront her father's past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. East New York Season 1 Episode 4 - Snapped
    7.7/10(248 votes)

    #9 - Snapped

    S1:E4

    When the team receives an unusual call for police assistance, they must employ creative methods to defuse a critical family conflict. Also, Haywood’s mother encourages her to connect with her estranged father, and rookie officer Bentley bristles at career advice from his mentor, Sandeford.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. East New York Season 1 Episode 6 - Court on the Street
    7.7/10(215 votes)

    #10 - Court on the Street

    S1:E6

    When a child goes missing, Haywood encourages Yenko to use his connection to a witness in the race to locate the young boy. Also, Chief Suarez lands in hot water after an arrest goes viral, and Sandeford unexpectedly crosses paths with an ex-girlfriend while on the job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. East New York Season 1 Episode 13 - We Didn't Start the Fire
    7.7/10(163 votes)

    #11 - We Didn't Start the Fire

    S1:E13

    When the 7-4 investigates a fatal fire at a salon, Killian and Morales turn to a medical examiner with ties to Regina's past and fire marshal Nicky Greenville for insight; Haywood announces a new policy; Quinlan worries about Bentley's nightmares.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. East New York Season 1 Episode 17 - Pound of Flesh
    7.7/10(147 votes)

    #12 - Pound of Flesh

    S1:E17

    The team investigates the suspicious death of the patriarch of a neighborhood barbecue joint who has a close connection to Suarez; Haywood receives an unexpected request from her father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. East New York Season 1 Episode 2 - Misdemeanor Homicide
    7.6/10(269 votes)

    #13 - Misdemeanor Homicide

    S1:E2

    When two homicide victims – a young man from the housing projects and a fast-rising hedge fund partner – are discovered in the community, Deputy Inspector Regina Haywood fights to ensure both cases receive the same resources to bring the perpetrators to justice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. East New York Season 1 Episode 3 - The Small Things
    7.6/10(242 votes)

    #14 - The Small Things

    S1:E3

    During an investigation into a fatal shooting, the team crosses paths with Demonté Green, a smooth-talking businessman who may have been the intended target. Also, Deputy Inspector Haywood tries to help a troubled teen, and Detective Killian finds himself at odds with his girlfriend, Corinne, after she hires an ex-con to work at their new bar.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. East New York Season 1 Episode 5 - Going Commando
    7.6/10(220 votes)

    #15 - Going Commando

    S1:E5

    When a prisoner serving a life sentence escapes, the 7-4 teams up with the U.S. Marshals to track down the convict before he finds the cop who put him away: Deputy Inspector Regina Haywood. Also, Officer Quinlan struggles with her living situation.

    Director:Jackeline Tejada
    Writer:Allison Intrieri

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  16. East New York Season 1 Episode 15 - There Goes the Neigborhood
    7.6/10(168 votes)

    #16 - There Goes the Neigborhood

    S1:E15

    When a body is found at the construction site of a high-end housing development, the team races to find the killer amidst a contentious gentrification battle in the neighborhood; Quinlan's mother pays an unexpected visit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. East New York Season 1 Episode 20 - A Humbling Blues
    7.6/10(130 votes)

    #17 - A Humbling Blues

    S1:E20

    The team faces unexpected challenges while investigating the murder of a homeless man; Haywood and Dryden hit a speed bump in their relationship; Quinlan struggles with a decision at Ruskin Gardens.

    Director:Mo McRae
    Writer:Mike Flynn

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  18. East New York Season 1 Episode 11 - By the Book
    7.5/10(178 votes)

    #18 - By the Book

    S1:E11

    When a dancer is found on the New York City subway tracks, Killian and Morales’ investigation into her mysterious death challenges their tried-and-true detective work; the grand opening of Goody’s is put in jeopardy

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. East New York Season 1 Episode 14 - Family Tithes
    7.5/10(163 votes)

    #19 - Family Tithes

    S1:E14

    When a house party in Ruskin Gardens ends in murder, Morales and Killian turn to Quinlan for insight into her neighbors to help crack the case; Haywood takes on an unexpected new role; Suarez tries to help his brother with a challenging situation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. East New York Season 1 Episode 16 - Personal Shopper
    7.5/10(154 votes)

    #20 - Personal Shopper

    S1:E16

    When a string of luxury boutique robberies is tied to a crew out of East New York, the team discovers a connection to Haywood that could prove crucial to solving the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. East New York Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.4/10(349 votes)

    #21 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Regina Haywood is promoted to be boss of the 74th precinct in East New York, where she must get her crew on board -- but some are skeptical of her promotion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Ruskin Roulette" is the best rated episode of "East New York". It scored 8.5/10 based on 168 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/14/2023. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth".