The Best Episodes of Hell on Wheels Season 1

With Elam's life in the balance, Cullen must decide how much he’s willing to risk. Meanwhile Durant faces financial ruin as Lily confronts the family of her late husband.

Director: Michelle MacLaren

Writer: Tony Gayton, Joe Gayton

A looming railroad deadline throws Cullen and Lily together; Joseph and Elam deal with what their violent mission has wrought.

Director: John Shiban

Writer: John Shiban

In the Season 1 finale, Cullen's past and future collide, impacting his life on the railroad.

Director: David Von Ancken

Writer: Tony Gayton, Joe Gayton

Durant dispatches Cullen and Elam on a mission of vengeance. Lily struggles to find her place.

Director: David Von Ancken

Writer: Mark Richard

Lily encounters natives in the wilderness. Cullen is questioned in regards to his recent actions against others. Meanwhile, Durant continues his push for political gain through his persuasions.

Director: David Von Ancken

Writer: Tony Gayton, Joe Gayton

A former confederate soldier journeys to the transcontinental railroad to seek vengeance.

Director: David Von Ancken

Writer: Tony Gayton, Joe Gayton

When Lily goes missing, Durant organizes a search party. A subsidiary request prevents Cullen from his continued search for the sergeant involved in the murder of his wife.

Director: Phil Abraham

Writer: John Shiban

A bare-knuckle brouhaha between Elam and Cullen is spurred by Durant's latest attempt to deal with the railroad's financial crisis.

Director: Adam Davidson

Writer: Mark Richard

Durant challenges the Cheyenne to a competition in an effort to bring a halt to ongoing negotiations. Meanwhile, Elam and Cullen try to prevent bloodshed in town.

Director: Michael Slovis

Writer: Bruce Marshall Romans

Cullen's search for the sergeant nears its end; Durant keeps to his hidden agenda while assisting in Lily's recuperation.

Director: Alex Zakrzewski

Writer: Jami O'Brien, Jamie Linck O'Brien