8.2/10642 votesLoading...#1 - Apex
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 3/26/2019
Maggie and Dana struggle to find justice for victims murdered by a serial killer who left a ghoulish mark on all of his victims, while the mayor limits the investigation in order to prevent economical loss.
Director: Jean de Segonzac
Writer: Andrew Wilder
8.2/10450 votesLoading...#2 - Unfinished Business
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 12/14/2021
After Rina is critically wounded while heading to work with Jubal, the team makes the chilling discovery that a vengeful Vargas orchestrated the shooting from behind bars and continues to target the rest of their team and their loved ones.
Director: Alex Chapple
Writer: Joe Halpin, J.F. Halpin
8.0/10563 votesLoading...#3 - Closure
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 5/14/2019
A woman with information about the death of Maggie’s husband is abducted, leading OA and the team to uncover a criminal operation larger than anyone imagined. Also, Dana puts her career in jeopardy when she stands by and allows Maggie to work on this case that has such a personal connection to her.
Director: Nicole Cummins-Rubio
Writer: Rick Eid
8.0/10484 votesLoading...#4 - Codename: Ferdinand
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 11/19/2019
A car crash results in the death of a photographer; Maggie sympathizes with his widow when she notices similarities with her own husband's death.
Director: Alex Zakrzewski
Writer: David Amann
8.0/10427 votesLoading...#5 - Legacy
Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 2/11/2020
After a truck filled with armour-piercing rifles is hijacked, the team works to discover who stole it, and what they have planned for the stolen weapons. A friend from OA's past returns to help with the case, but OA isn't sure he can trust him.
Director: Carl Seaton
Writer: Claire Demorest
8.0/10467 votesLoading...#6 - Safe Room
Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 2/18/2020
After the police ignore a desperate father's plea for help, he abducts a billionaire's daughter and holds her hostage in a near-impenetrable safe room until his own missing child is returned to him. Also, Jubal puts his hostage negotiation skills to the test.
Director: Carlos Bernard
Writer: Rick Eid, Joe Halpin
8.0/10491 votesLoading...#7 - American Dreams (I)
Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 3/24/2020
Jess LaCroix and his team come to help OA find a fugitive LaCroix arrested years ago after a bus with 26 students goes missing and he's the main suspect. The crossover continues on FBI: Most Wanted S01E09 Reveille (II).
Director: Terry Miller
Writer: David Amann
8.0/10485 votesLoading...#8 - Emotional Rescue
Season 2 Episode 19 - Aired 3/31/2020
The FBI team investigates a drug deal gone bad after the body of a college student is found. Also, Detective Hailey Upton temporarily joins the team and finds her usual investigative methods clash with the Bureau's more buttoned-up environment.
Director: Monica Raymund
Writer: Rick Eid, Joe Halpin
8.0/10464 votesLoading...#9 - Unreasonable Doubt
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 11/24/2020
The team races to stop an active serial killer after three women are found weighted down at the bottom of a lake, and Jubal looks into an old closed case after there are multiple similarities to the recent victims.
Director: Jean de Segonzac
Writer: Tom Szentgyorgyi
8.0/10558 votesLoading...#10 - Liar's Poker
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 12/8/2020
When the leader of a drug cartel and one of the world's most wanted men, Antonio Vargas, is apprehended by the team, the entire FBI headquarters is put at risk when his henchmen unveil a terroristic threat to free him. During the turmoil, Isobel must make the difficult decision whether to sacrifice her conscience or her career.
Director: Alex Chapple
Writer: Joe Halpin
8.0/10542 votesLoading...#11 - All That Glitters (I)
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2021
After a young woman is killed on her way home from a lavish yacht party, the team investigates who she was and how she came to be at the event, which was attended by some of the most influential people in the world. Also, Maggie brings Crosby into the investigation after a murder suspect is identified as a veteran who had been on several Army operations with Crosby. The crossover continues on FBI: Most Wanted S03E01 Exposed (II) and FBI: International S01E01 Pilot (III).
Director: Alex Chapple
8.0/10408 votesLoading...#12 - Fear Nothing
Season 4 Episode 18 - Aired 4/19/2022
OA is forced to confront one of his biggest fears when the team discovers that deadly sarin gas may have been sold to terrorists.
Director: Jon Cassar
Writer: Rick Eid, Joe Halpin
8.0/10348 votesLoading...#13 - Ghost from the Past
Season 4 Episode 20 - Aired 5/10/2022
The murder of a TSA agent leads the team to hunt down a killer who is using drug mules to exploit airport security checkpoints. Also, OA struggles to cope with the aftermath of the sarin gas exposure and the 10th anniversary of his army friend's death in Afghanistan.
Director: Heather Cappiello
Writer: Rick Eid, Joe Halpin
8.0/10368 votesLoading...#14 - Heroes
Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 1/10/2023
The team jumps into action when analyst Kelly Moran is taken hostage.
Director: Milena Govich
Writer: Rick Eid, Joe Halpin
8.0/10206 votesLoading...#15 - Abandoned
Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 10/15/2024
The assassination of a seemingly ordinary Brooklyn plumber launches the team into a globe-spanning investigation that ruffles feathers with the CIA.
Director: Alex Chapple
Writer: Mike Weiss
8.0/10144 votesLoading...#16 - Détente
Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 10/29/2024
After a series of targeted bombings in Queens, the team fears a citywide gang war is imminent – until a tip from OA's old Army buddy, Clay, directs their attention to an unexpected and powerful foe. Meanwhile, Scola continues to struggle to find a new partner.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.0/10119 votesLoading...#17 - Doubted
Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 11/12/2024
When the sister of Sydney Ortiz is the victim of an attempted kidnapping and sexual assault, Sydney seeks help from Isobel and the team in tracking down a meticulous serial offender who leaves no evidence behind.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.9/10702 votesLoading...#18 - Compromised
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/4/2018
After a key witness and a U.S. marshal are ambushed and killed, Maggie and OA must track down a man who leaked the information that led to their murders.
Director: Edward Ornelas
Writer: Katie Swain
7.9/10623 votesLoading...#19 - Exposed
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 2/19/2019
After an investigative journalist is murdered, the team uncovers information linking the suspect to past cases. The victim’s death also strikes a chord with Maggie, leaving her desperate for answers in regard to a traumatic event in her personal life.
Director: Norberto Barba
Writer: David Amann
7.9/10559 votesLoading...#20 - Conflict of Interest
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 4/16/2019
An American diplomat is killed while being used as a pawn in a dangerous drug ring, and the team must work together to bring them down. Also, Jubal and OA try to help friends from their past fight off their inner demons.
Director: Christine Swanson
Writer: Nick Santora
7.9/10459 votesLoading...#21 - Ties That Bind
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 12/17/2019
A former kidnapping victim is linked to a series of murders that includes the daughter of an NYPD detective. Also, Kristen begins to doubt her ability as an agent after a training exercise leaves her shaken.
Director: Stephen Surjik
Writer: Claire Demorest
7.9/10439 votesLoading...#22 - Hard Decisions
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 1/14/2020
A bank holdup leads the team to a safe deposit box, the contents of which have the potential to destroy national security; Kristen is eager to get back into field work while other team members still have their concerns.
Director: Emile B. Levisetti
Writer: Joe Halpin
7.9/10437 votesLoading...#23 - Payback
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 1/21/2020
The son of a retired FBI agent is kidnapped, and the team must investigate if it's an act of revenge; Isobel must make a hard call when information from the past comes to light.
Director: Monica Raymund
Writer: Mo Masi, David Amann
7.9/10400 votesLoading...#24 - Straight Flush
Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 5/25/2021
When five prominent men are killed at a trendy New York City restaurant, the team’s investigation brings them into contact with a lieutenant in Antonio Vargas’ cartel, triggering a long-awaited showdown between Isobel and Vargas.
Director: Alex Chapple
Writer: Claire Demorest, Heather Michaels
7.9/10365 votesLoading...#25 - One Night Stand
Season 4 Episode 17 - Aired 4/12/2022
When a young couple is found murdered in a New York City park after returning from vacation, the team searches for a suspect linked to the drug trade. Also, Scola turns over a new leaf when it comes to his relationships.
Director: Alex Chapple
Writer: Rick Eid, Joe Halpin
The Best Episodes of FBI
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Network:CBS
Best Episodes Summary
"Apex" is the best rated episode of "FBI". It scored 8.2/10 based on 642 votes. Directed by Jean de Segonzac and written by Andrew Wilder, it aired on 3/26/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Unfinished Business".