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Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar abandoned his throne and retired to Los Angeles, where he has teamed up with LAPD detective Chloe Decker to take down criminals. But the longer he's

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Lucifer Season 5 Episode 9 - Family Dinner
    7.3/10(29 votes)

    #1 - Family Dinner

    S5:E9

    Chloe and Ella investigate a mini-golf murder. Lucifer, Michael, Amenadiel and Linda prepare for the holiest of family dinners.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Joe Henderson

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  2. Lucifer Season 5 Episode 10 - Bloody Celestial Karaoke Jam
    7.3/10(32 votes)

    #2 - Bloody Celestial Karaoke Jam

    S5:E10

    It's a musical? Yep, it's a musical. Lucifer, Chloe and the gang sing and dance to a slew of popular tunes while investigating a referee's murder.

    Director:Sherwin Shilati
    Writer:Ildy Modrovich

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  3. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 26 - Once Upon a Time
    7.4/10(35 votes)

    #3 - Once Upon a Time

    S3:E26

    Lucifer's dad creates an alternate dimension in which Lucifer now lives in a world where he not only has never met Chloe, but is granted the freedom of choice.

    Director:Kevin Alejandro
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 11 - City of Angels?
    7.5/10(41 votes)

    #4 - City of Angels?

    S3:E11

    In a flashback episode that takes place when Lucifer first came to LA, Amenadiel comes to retrieve his fallen brother, but is shocked when he is mugged. Amenadiel enlists Lucifer's help to track down the mugger and Lucifer, in turn, offers his assistance - but only in exchange for a favor. Meanwhile, Chloe and Dan - who are still married - investigate the murder of an MMA fighter, Aidan Scott, at the hands of the same killer who mugged Amenadiel.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writers:Jenn Kao, Jason Ning

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  5. Lucifer Season 5 Episode 11 - Resting Devil Face
    7.5/10(25 votes)

    #5 - Resting Devil Face

    S5:E11

    Lucifer's father — you know, God — decides to experience life as a regular human. Meanwhile, a boxer dies under mysterious circumstances.

    Director:Bola Ogun
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Lucifer Season 6 Episode 2 - Buckets of Baggage
    7.5/10(24 votes)

    #6 - Buckets of Baggage

    S6:E2

    Desperate to be helpful, Lucifer assists an exasperated Carol investigate a drag queen's death. Ella and Chloe look into Carol’s mysterious background.

    Director:Richard Speight Jr.
    Writer:Jen Graham Imada

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  7. Lucifer Season 6 Episode 7 - My Best Fiend's Wedding
    7.5/10(23 votes)

    #7 - My Best Fiend's Wedding

    S6:E7

    Just as Eve and Maze's wedding day arrives, Eve's ex, Adam — yes, that Adam — shows up hoping to reconcile. Later, Ella delivers some distressing news.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Julia Fontana

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  8. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 5 - Sweet Kicks
    7.6/10(96 votes)

    #8 - Sweet Kicks

    S1:E5

    After a shooting occurs at a fashion show and a young woman is killed, Lucifer becomes intrigued by the danger of the situation and begs Chloe to get in on the case. Meanwhile, when Maze admits to Amenadiel that she wants to go back to hell, he sets his sights on Dr. Linda.

    Director:Tim Matheson
    Writer:Sheri Elwood

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  9. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 2 - The One with the Baby Carrot
    7.6/10(45 votes)

    #9 - The One with the Baby Carrot

    S3:E2

    After Lucifer removes his wings yet again, Linda becomes concerned that he is too focused on tracking down the Sinnerman and neglecting his own well-being. Tensions continue to rise between Lucifer and Chloe, but they realize they must put their differences aside to solve a case in which Lucifer takes a sudden interest. Once Detective Pierce's past is revealed though, everyone realizes that the Sinnerman is much more dangerous than they thought.

    Director:Louis Shaw Milito
    Writer:Joe Henderson

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  10. Lucifer Season 5 Episode 4 - It Never Ends Well for the Chicken
    7.6/10(33 votes)

    #10 - It Never Ends Well for the Chicken

    S5:E4

    The year is 1946. The world is black and white. And Lucifer is the star of his own noir detective story featuring familiar characters in new roles.

    Director:Viet Nguyen
    Writer:Aiyana White

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  11. Lucifer Season 5 Episode 12 - Daniel Espinoza: Naked and Afraid
    7.6/10(26 votes)

    #11 - Daniel Espinoza: Naked and Afraid

    S5:E12

    A straightforward prisoner transport job turns into an increasingly dangerous, yet oddly invigorating, odyssey for Dan.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writer:Mike Costa

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  12. Lucifer Season 6 Episode 1 - Nothing Ever Changes Around Here
    7.6/10(52 votes)

    #12 - Nothing Ever Changes Around Here

    S6:E1

    Before Lucifer starts his new job, he and Chloe experience a magical night with a murderous end. Linda and Amenadiel host Maze and Eve for dinner.

    Director:Kevin Alejandro
    Writer:Mike Costa

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  13. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 3 - The Would-Be Prince of Darkness
    7.7/10(119 votes)

    #13 - The Would-Be Prince of Darkness

    S1:E3

    When a 22-year-old future superstar quarterback wakes up to find a dead girl floating in his swimming pool, he turns to his friend, Lucifer, for help. Lucifer enlists Chloe to investigate the case, which leads to the world of big money sports and people who will literally kill to be number one.

    Director:Louis Shaw Milito
    Writers:Jenn Kao, Jason Ning

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  14. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 14 - My Brother's Keeper
    7.7/10(39 votes)

    #14 - My Brother's Keeper

    S3:E14

    When Chloe and Lucifer's investigation into the murder of a diamond thief points to one of Ella's brothers as the main suspect, Ella is driven to prove her brother's innocence and recruits an unlikely ally. Meanwhile, Linda is upset when Charlotte comes to her for help and Detective Pierce hashes out his issues with Amenadiel.

    Director:Claudia Yarmy
    Writers:Joe Henderson, Jason Ning

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  15. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 16 - Infernal Guinea Pig
    7.7/10(39 votes)

    #15 - Infernal Guinea Pig

    S3:E16

    When a murder investigation reveals the dark side of Hollywood, Chloe puts her life on the line to protect an innocent victim. Then, Lucifer comes up with a hell-raising scheme to help Cain, but when Amenadiel and Maze get involved, things don't quite go as planned.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writers:Jenn Kao, Julia Fontana

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  16. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 21 - Anything Pierce Can Do I Can Do Better
    7.7/10(39 votes)

    #16 - Anything Pierce Can Do I Can Do Better

    S3:E21

    When a prima ballerina is brutally murdered, Lucifer helps Chloe solve the case and attempts to keep her focus away from Pierce. Amenadiel begs Charlotte to help him with an important plan, and Maze remains devoted to a task from which Pierce asked her to back away. Then, Chloe confronts Lucifer about his meddling in her life, but as he's about to make a huge confession, he finds out something that changes everything.

    Director:Jim Vickers
    Writer:Alex Katsnelson

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  17. Lucifer Season 6 Episode 4 - Pin the Tail on the Daddy
    7.7/10(24 votes)

    #17 - Pin the Tail on the Daddy

    S6:E4

    Lucifer reconnects with a few former flames in hopes of disproving Rory's claim. Dan tries to find someone — anyone — who can actually see him.

    Director:Viet Nguyen
    Writer:Carly Woodworth

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  18. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.8/10(727 votes)

    #18 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Upon leaving hell, Lucifer Morningstar retreats to Los Angeles for a more exciting life. When the murder of a friend connects him with LAPD detective Chloe Decker, Lucifer becomes intrigued with the idea of punishing criminals, sending the devil himself into a struggle between good and evil.

    Director:Len Wiseman
    Writer:Tom Kapinos

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  19. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 2 - Lucifer, Stay. Good Devil.
    7.8/10(185 votes)

    #19 - Lucifer, Stay. Good Devil.

    S1:E2

    When a movie star's son is killed after being chased by the paparazzi, Chloe takes a deep look into the case with a little help from Lucifer. Meanwhile, Maze and Amenadiel continue to encourage Lucifer to go back to hell.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Joe Henderson

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  20. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 6 - Favorite Son
    7.8/10(78 votes)

    #20 - Favorite Son

    S1:E6

    Lucifer bails on Chloe when he becomes bored with her investigation into a ruthless biker gang murder. However, when he discovers something was stolen during the crime that was very personal to him, he demands that Chloe let him rejoin the case.

    Director:David Paymer
    Writer:Jason Ning

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  21. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 8 - Et Tu, Doctor?
    7.8/10(77 votes)

    #21 - Et Tu, Doctor?

    S1:E8

    When a therapist is murdered, Lucifer and Chloe enlist the help of Dr. Linda to look into possible suspects. Meanwhile, Malcolm confronts Chloe about the night he was shot, and Lucifer experiences his first bout of jealousy.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writer:Jenn Kao

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  22. Lucifer Season 1 Episode 10 - Pops
    7.8/10(65 votes)

    #22 - Pops

    S1:E10

    Lucifer and Chloe are tasked with solving the murder of a prominent restaurateur. When they meet his son, they suspect he played a part in the death. Meanwhile, Chloe's mom returns home, sending Chloe's life into upheaval, as Lucifer learns his own dysfunctional family isn't nearly as unique as he thought.

    Director:Tara Nicole Weyr
    Writers:Alex Katsnelson, Mike Costa

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  23. Lucifer Season 2 Episode 15 - Deceptive Little Parasite
    7.8/10(47 votes)

    #23 - Deceptive Little Parasite

    S2:E15

    When it is discovered that the flaming sword is the only hope for the family returning home safely, the pressure is on for Lucifer to control what he has never been able to control before – his emotions – in order to ignite it. Meanwhile, Chloe wants to air some emotions of her own, but when a therapist and head of admissions at a prestigious private school turns up dead, the team must get to the bottom of it.

    Director:Brad Tanenbaum
    Writers:Mike Costa, Julia Fontana

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  24. Lucifer Season 2 Episode 16 - God Johnson
    7.8/10(52 votes)

    #24 - God Johnson

    S2:E16

    When a grisly murder takes place at an insane asylum, the prime suspect calls himself God. After realizing that this man could actually be his father, Lucifer struggles with his feelings towards him and tries to find the truth, all while trying to discover who the real killer is.

    Director:Sherwin Shilati
    Writer:Jason Ning

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  25. Lucifer Season 3 Episode 15 - High School Poppycock
    7.8/10(37 votes)

    #25 - High School Poppycock

    S3:E15

    When a best-selling novelist is murdered, Lucifer and Chloe discover that her books are based on real people from her past, and must infiltrate her high school reunion in order to catch her killer. Meanwhile, Amenadiel and Linda struggle with making their relationship public.

    Director:Louis Shaw Milito
    Writer:Jen Graham Imada

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Family Dinner" is the worst rated episode of "Lucifer". It scored 7.3/10 based on 29 votes. Directed by Nathan Hope and written by Joe Henderson, it aired on 5/28/2021. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Bloody Celestial Karaoke Jam".