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The Best Episodes of Kung Fu Season 1

Every episode of Kung Fu Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Kung Fu Season 1!

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A quarter-life crisis causes a young Chinese-American woman to drop out of college and go on a life-changing journey to an isolated monastery in China. But when she returns to find her hometown overrun with

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.6/10(489 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    A quarter-life crisis causes a young Chinese American woman, Nicky Shen, to drop out of college and go on a life-changing journey to an isolated monastery in China. But when she returns to San Francisco, she finds her hometown is overrun with crime and corruption. Nicky will rely on her friends and family as well as her martial arts skills and Shaolin values to protect her community and bring criminals to justice…all while searching for the ruthless assassin who killed her Shaolin mentor Pei-Ling and is now targeting her.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Christina M. Kim

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  2. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 2 - Silence
    6.7/10(341 votes)

    #2 - Silence

    S1:E2

    When adjusting to life back at home doesn’t go as planned, Nicky turns to Henry for help in her hunt for Zhilan. Meanwhile, as Jin looks forward to life getting back to normal, Mei-Li isn’t as optimistic. Finally, after lending a hand to a young woman in need, Nicky finds the mental clarity she desperately needs.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Robert Berens

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  3. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 3 - Patience
    6.9/10(292 votes)

    #3 - Patience

    S1:E3

    Nicky and Henry follow a lead involving a professor who may be able to help in their search for Zhilan. Meanwhile, as Althea's past comes back to haunt her, a squabble between Jin and Mei-Li points to bigger issues in their marriage. Elsewhere, Nicky steps in to help a young worker after learning of some suspicious activity happening at King Kwong's garment factory.

    Director:Joe Menendez
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 4 - Hand
    7.2/10(281 votes)

    #4 - Hand

    S1:E4

    As Nicky and Henry follow a new lead that brings them to a private collector in Napa, a tension-filled dinner with the Soong's leaves Althea to question her worth. Elsewhere, Evan's suspicions about Henry continue to grow.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 5 - Sanctuary
    5.6/10(347 votes)

    #5 - Sanctuary

    S1:E5

    An officer-involved shooting in Chinatown sends shockwaves through the community. Mei-Li and Jin are forced to revisit a traumatic experience from their past. Nicky and Henry make a startling discovery about the weapons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 6 - Rage
    7.0/10(231 votes)

    #6 - Rage

    S1:E6

    When the retrieval of a weapon doesn't go as planned, Nicky takes matters into her own hands; Jin takes Mei-Li on a surprise date; Althea finds herself faced with an ultimatum.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 7 - Guidance
    7.1/10(207 votes)

    #7 - Guidance

    S1:E7

    After learning some devastating news about Pei-Ling, Nicky attempts to keep herself distracted by offering to help a young woman in need; Zhilan confronts her past; Mei-Lei makes a startling confession.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 8 - Destiny
    7.4/10(209 votes)

    #8 - Destiny

    S1:E8

    Nicky and the Shens deal with the fallout after a family secret comes to light; Althea prepares for her bachelorette party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 9 - Isolation
    7.3/10(199 votes)

    #9 - Isolation

    S1:E9

    To learn more about her family history, Nicky follows a lead that brings her, Henry and Evan to a quiet town in Canada. Zhilan joins forces with Kerwin Tan, and Jin and Mei-Li find themselves at a crossroads.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 10 - Choice
    7.4/10(195 votes)

    #10 - Choice

    S1:E10

    Nicky offers to help Evan when the case he's working on takes a turn. Ryan decides to officially introduce Joe as his boyfriend to his parents. Zhilan and Kerwin receive a surprise visitor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 11 - Attachment
    7.2/10(189 votes)

    #11 - Attachment

    S1:E11

    Nicky and Henry follow a lead that brings them to a K-pop concert in Las Vegas... and on a collision course with Zhilan and Kerwin. Elsewhere, Jin and Mei-Li make a major decision about the restaurant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 12 - Sacrifice
    7.5/10(179 votes)

    #12 - Sacrifice

    S1:E12

    With time running out, Nicky and Henry work to translate a cryptic map that could lead them to the Forge; Althea and the family prepare for Po Po's arrival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 13 - Transformation
    7.7/10(185 votes)

    #13 - Transformation

    S1:E13

    Nicky learns what is needed to open the forge. Meanwhile, an emergency at home threatens to derail Althea and Dennis' tea ceremony.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Kung Fu" season 1. It scored 6.6/10 based on 489 votes. Directed by Hanelle M. Culpepper and written by Christina M. Kim, it aired on 4/7/2021. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Silence".