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The Best Episodes of Lioness Season 1

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Lioness Season 1 Episode 8 - Gone Is the Illusion of Order
    8.4/10(3872 votes)

    S1:E8

    Unforeseen circumstances leaves the mission in jeopardy. A suspicious Ehsan confronts Cruz before his wedding day. Joe and the team prepare for the worst.

    Director:John Hillcoat
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  2. Lioness Season 1 Episode 7 - Wish the Fight Away
    7.9/10(3108 votes)

    S1:E7

    While shopping in Manhattan for the wedding, Aaliyah and Cruz get closer. Kate returns home only to say goodbye to her mom once again. Joe guides Cruz through internal struggle and doubt in completing the mission.

    Director:John Hillcoat
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  3. Lioness Season 1 Episode 4 - The Choice of Failure
    7.8/10(3216 votes)

    S1:E4

    Cruz is put in a compromising position while out with Aaliyah and friends in the Hamptons, causing Joe and Kaitlyn to doubt her. Kaitlyn and Westfield confront Kyle over what happened at the border, complicating things further for Joe and her team.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  4. Lioness Season 1 Episode 1 - Sacrificial Soldiers
    7.7/10(4419 votes)

    S1:E1

    Things go awry for Joe and her team during a mission out in the field. Joe is left devastated. Upon her return home, Joe's family life presents it's own challenges. Cruz tries to escape a dangerous situation. Joe must choose an agent.

    Director:John Hillcoat
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  5. Lioness Season 1 Episode 6 - The Lie Is the Truth
    7.7/10(3027 votes)

    S1:E6

    Aaliyah bonds with Cruz over a spa day. Bobby, Tex, Two Cups, Randy and Tucker confront a threat at the Safe House. Kaitlyn and Joe are scolded for the San Antonio mission in a debrief.

    Director:Paul Cameron
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  6. Lioness Season 1 Episode 2 - The Beating
    7.6/10(3616 votes)

    S1:E2

    Joe continues her training with Cruz whose methods are questionable. Cruz starts to build a relationship with Aaliyah. Kate gets into a fight during her soccer game. Neal has to deliver difficult news to a patient.

    Director:John Hillcoat
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  7. Lioness Season 1 Episode 3 - Bruise Like a Fist
    7.6/10(3263 votes)

    S1:E3

    Cruz is invited to spend the weekend with Aaliyah and her inner-circle. Joe keeps Kaitlyn informed of Cruz's progress. Kyle comes to Joe desperate for help with an asset.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Lioness Season 1 Episode 5 - Truth Is the Shrewdest Lie
    7.6/10(3043 votes)

    S1:E5

    Joe and Neal deal with the aftermath of Kate's accident. Westfield and Kaitlyn deploy Joe's team to subdue a terrorist threat. Cruz's cover may be in jeopardy.

    Director:Paul Cameron
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Gone Is the Illusion of Order" is the best rated episode of Lioness season 1. It scored 8.4/10 from 3,872 votes. Directed by John Hillcoat and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on September 3, 2023. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Wish the Fight Away".