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The Best Episodes of Marco Polo

Every episode of Marco Polo ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Marco Polo!

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Set in a world of greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, this lavish drama series follows explorer Marco Polo's adventures in the 13th century.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 10 - The Heavenly and Primal
    8.7/10(1489 votes)

    #1 - The Heavenly and Primal

    S1:E10

    Marco's ingenuity -- and loyalty -- is put to the ultimate test when Kublai takes a violent and bold step in his quest to become emperor of the world.

    Director:John Maybury
    Writer:John Fusco

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  2. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 9 - Heirs
    8.6/10(1044 votes)

    #2 - Heirs

    S2:E9

    Marco's past with Kokachin resurfaces. Kublai's position as khan faces a final challenge, even as he welcomes a new heir into the world.

    Director:James McTeigue
    Writer:Kate Barnow

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  3. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 10 - The Fellowship
    8.4/10(1015 votes)

    #3 - The Fellowship

    S2:E10

    The day of the kurultai arrives, shaping Kublai's fate as khan. Ahmad makes his final stand, and Marco learns a terrible truth.

    Director:Alik Sakharov
    Writers:Patrick Macmanus, Elizabeth Sarnoff

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  4. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 7 - Lost Crane
    8.1/10(816 votes)

    #4 - Lost Crane

    S2:E7

    Kaidu's ruthlessness reaches new levels in his bid for power, while Hundred Eyes' former lover has him questioning his loyalties.

    Director:Alik Sakharov
    Writer:Matthew White

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  5. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 5 - Hashshashin
    8.0/10(1308 votes)

    #5 - Hashshashin

    S1:E5

    Marco searches for the mastermind behind a murderous plot, while Prince Jingim weighs the risks of retaliation.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:Patrick Macmanus

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  6. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 7 - The Scholar's Pen
    8.0/10(1223 votes)

    #6 - The Scholar's Pen

    S1:E7

    Marco and Hundred Eyes take on a dangerous mission to infiltrate the walled city of Xiangyang, while its chancellor struggles to hold on to power.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 8 - Rendering
    8.0/10(1199 votes)

    #7 - Rendering

    S1:E8

    When Kublai sets his sights -- and his army -- on the taking of the walled city of Xiangyang, Marco's allegiance is tested.

    Director:John Maybury
    Writer:Brett Conrad

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  8. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 8 - Whitehorse
    8.0/10(820 votes)

    #8 - Whitehorse

    S2:E8

    Marco's allegiance to Kublai is tested like never before. Mei Lin's bold move throws Ahmad's plans into chaos.

    Director:James McTeigue
    Writers:Patrick Macmanus, Elizabeth Sarnoff

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  9. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 2 - The Wolf and the Deer
    7.9/10(1628 votes)

    #9 - The Wolf and the Deer

    S1:E2

    As Kublai Khan battles his warmonger brother for rule over Mongolia, Marco learns that justice in Khan's Imperial City is as swift as it is deadly.

    Directors:Joachim Rønning, Espen Sandberg
    Writer:John Fusco

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  10. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 6 - White Moon
    7.9/10(1248 votes)

    #10 - White Moon

    S1:E6

    On the eve of an auspicious ceremony, Marco searches for the culprit behind the assassination attempt on Kublai Khan -- even as a new one takes shape.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:Dave Erickson

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  11. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 9 - Prisoners
    7.9/10(1213 votes)

    #11 - Prisoners

    S1:E9

    Marco finds his fate in the hands of Kublai yet again, while behind the walls of Xiangyang, Chancellor Sidao sets his sights on regaining power.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Patrick Macmanus

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  12. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 2 - Hug
    7.9/10(994 votes)

    #12 - Hug

    S2:E2

    Marco gets an unpleasant surprise upon his return to Kublai's court. Kublai faces an impossibly difficult decision.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Patrick Macmanus

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  13. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 3 - Feast
    7.7/10(1428 votes)

    #13 - Feast

    S1:E3

    Marco begins a dangerous relationship with the beautiful Blue Princess as tensions grow between Kublai and Xiangyang's cunning chancellor Jia Sidao.

    Director:Alik Sakharov
    Writer:Michael S. Chernuchin

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  14. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 4 - The Fourth Step
    7.7/10(1310 votes)

    #14 - The Fourth Step

    S1:E4

    As war looms with the walled city of Xiangyang, Prince Jingim tests his diplomacy skills while Kublai questions Marco's allegiance.

    Director:Alik Sakharov
    Writer:Brett Conrad

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  15. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 1 - Hunter and the Sable Weaver
    7.7/10(1049 votes)

    #15 - Hunter and the Sable Weaver

    S2:E1

    On Prince Jingim's wedding day, Kublai receives disturbing news about the ambitions of his cousin, while Marco navigates a delicate mission.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:John Fusco

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  16. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 3 - Measure Against the Linchpin
    7.7/10(897 votes)

    #16 - Measure Against the Linchpin

    S2:E3

    Haunted by recent events, Kublai journeys with Marco into the mountains for answers. Empress Chabi takes action to insure an heir to the khan.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:Elizabeth Sarnoff

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  17. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 5 - Lullaby
    7.7/10(845 votes)

    #17 - Lullaby

    S2:E5

    Rebel attacks flare up in the south and pull Kublai's attention away from home. Kokachin gets an unwelcome visitor from her past.

    Director:Jon Amiel
    Writer:Bruce Marshall Romans

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  18. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 6 - Serpent's Terms
    7.6/10(814 votes)

    #18 - Serpent's Terms

    S2:E6

    Ahmad's deadly and secret chess match against Kublai enters its endgame, even as Kublai's thirst for power grows stronger than ever.

    Director:Jon Amiel
    Writer:Noelle Valdivia

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  19. Marco Polo Season 2 Episode 4 - Let God's Work Begin
    7.5/10(882 votes)

    #19 - Let God's Work Begin

    S2:E4

    The challenge for the throne escalates when two of Kublai's sons are endangered. Far away, another threat to the khan is born.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Kate Barnow

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  20. Marco Polo Season 1 Episode 1 - The Wayfarer
    7.3/10(1994 votes)

    #20 - The Wayfarer

    S1:E1

    After three years crossing seas, deserts and the Silk Road, a young Marco Polo finds himself a prisoner of the great Kublai Khan.

    Directors:Joachim Rønning, Espen Sandberg
    Writer:John Fusco

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Heavenly and Primal" is the best rated episode of "Marco Polo". It scored 8.7/10 based on 1489 votes. Directed by John Maybury and written by John Fusco, it aired on 12/12/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Heirs".