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The Best Episodes of Marvel's The Punisher

Every episode of Marvel's The Punisher ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Marvel's The Punisher!

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A former Marine out to punish the criminals responsible for his family's murder finds himself ensnared in a military conspiracy.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 1 - Roadhouse Blues
    8.5/10(69 votes)

    #1 - Roadhouse Blues

    S2:E1

    While driving through Michigan, Frank stops for a beer at a roadside bar. But staying out of trouble has never been his strong suit.

    Director:Jim O'Hanlon
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  2. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 10 - Virtue of the Vicious
    8.4/10(85 votes)

    #2 - Virtue of the Vicious

    S1:E10

    An attack on a high-profile politician is examined (and reexamined) through different perspectives. Madani faces a painful truth.

    Director:Jim O'Hanlon
    Writer:Ken Kristensen

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  3. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 12 - Home
    8.4/10(87 votes)

    #3 - Home

    S1:E12

    Frank makes a damning confession. A shootout leaves Sarah wondering what to believe. Rawlins goes in for the kill, once and for all.

    Director:Jet Wilkinson
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  4. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 9 - Front Toward Enemy
    8.3/10(82 votes)

    #4 - Front Toward Enemy

    S1:E9

    Following a deadly explosion, Karen lands in a bomber's crosshairs -- and Frank isn't happy about it. Meanwhile, Curtis makes a grisly discovery.

    Director:Marc Jobst
    Writer:Angela LaManna

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  5. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 11 - Danger Close
    8.3/10(85 votes)

    #5 - Danger Close

    S1:E11

    As danger knocks on Sarah's door, Frank takes his quest for vengeance to the next level with some help from an unexpected ally.

    Director:Kevin Hooks
    Writer:Felicia D. Henderson

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  6. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 1 - 3AM
    8.2/10(123 votes)

    #6 - 3AM

    S1:E1

    Former Marine Frank Castle takes the law into his own hands while struggling to come to terms with his traumatic past.

    Director:Tom Shankland
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  7. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 3 - Trouble the Water
    8.2/10(68 votes)

    #7 - Trouble the Water

    S2:E3

    As Pilgrim's past comes into focus, Frank and Rachel find themselves in police custody, where they're anything but safe.

    Director:Jeremy Webb
    Writer:Ken Kristensen

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  8. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 12 - Collision Course
    8.2/10(62 votes)

    #8 - Collision Course

    S2:E12

    Buckle up -- Mahoney and Frank are about to take a ride to remember. Amy makes an entrance, Russo cashes out, and Madani comes clean to Krista.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  9. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 13 - The Whirlwind
    8.1/10(67 votes)

    #9 - The Whirlwind

    S2:E13

    Frank, Pilgrim, Madani, Russo, Amy, Curt and the Schultz family. No bullet is left unspent as season two comes to an explosive conclusion.

    Director:Jeremy Webb
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  10. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 13 - Memento Mori
    8.0/10(84 votes)

    #10 - Memento Mori

    S1:E13

    As the authorities close in, an exhausted but unbroken Frank vows to put an end to the war that has consumed his life.

    Director:Stephen Surjik
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  11. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 10 - The Dark Hearts of Men
    8.0/10(65 votes)

    #11 - The Dark Hearts of Men

    S2:E10

    As Madani and Krista debate who's worth saving, Frank prepares to storm Russo's territory. A brutal encounter pushes Pilgrim back into old habits.

    Director:Alex Garcia Lopez
    Writers:Steve Lightfoot, Angela LaManna

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  12. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 7 - Crosshairs
    7.9/10(83 votes)

    #12 - Crosshairs

    S1:E7

    Lewis struggles with the ramifications of his actions. Frank and Micro pursue another face from the past. Madani and Sam go bug hunting.

    Director:Andy Goddard
    Writer:Bruce Marshall Romans

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  13. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 8 - Cold Steel
    7.9/10(83 votes)

    #13 - Cold Steel

    S1:E8

    Russo opens up to Madani about his past, Sarah shares her concerns about her son with Frank, and a decoy operation takes a turn.

    Director:Antonio Campos
    Writer:Felicia D. Henderson

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  14. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 5 - One-Eyed Jacks
    7.9/10(64 votes)

    #14 - One-Eyed Jacks

    S2:E5

    It's not a trap if you know it's coming: That's Frank's philosophy. Madani opens up and Pilgrim plans a visit to an unholy land.

    Director:Stacie Passon
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  15. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 11 - The Abyss
    7.9/10(62 votes)

    #15 - The Abyss

    S2:E11

    Amy rushes to protect Frank, who lies defenseless in a hospital. Pilgrim gets some crushing news, and Karen Page calls in a favor.

    Director:Meera Menon
    Writer:Laura Jean Leal

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  16. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 2 - Two Dead Men
    7.8/10(94 votes)

    #16 - Two Dead Men

    S1:E2

    A mysterious phone call forces Frank's hand. Meanwhile, Madani goes digging for suspects and Curtis delivers a message.

    Director:Tom Shankland
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  17. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 3 - Kandahar
    7.8/10(90 votes)

    #17 - Kandahar

    S1:E3

    Frank skips the subtlety while interrogating Micro. Brutal memories of top-secret missions shed light on Frank's past.

    Director:Andy Goddard
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  18. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 4 - Resupply
    7.8/10(90 votes)

    #18 - Resupply

    S1:E4

    Madani and Sam plan a delicate operation, Curtis tries to connect with Lewis, and Frank encourages Micro to get his hands dirty.

    Director:Kari Skogland
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  19. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 2 - Fight or Flight
    7.8/10(66 votes)

    #19 - Fight or Flight

    S2:E2

    Frank and a reluctant Rachel go on the run as a menacing adversary gives chase. Meanwhile, Madani pays Russo an unwelcome visit.

    Director:Jim O'Hanlon
    Writer:Steve Lightfoot

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  20. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 7 - One Bad Day
    7.8/10(65 votes)

    #20 - One Bad Day

    S2:E7

    Madani's quest to ID Pilgrim hits a wall. Russo and his crew put their plan into action. Frank encounters someone from the past.

    Director:Jet Wilkinson
    Writer:Felicia D. Henderson

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  21. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 8 - My Brother's Keeper
    7.8/10(64 votes)

    #21 - My Brother's Keeper

    S2:E8

    Painful memories take ahold of Russo. Frank's frustration frightens those closest to him. Madani receives a visitor bearing a warning.

    Director:Michael Offer
    Writer:Bruce Marshall Romans

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  22. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 5 - Gunner
    7.7/10(90 votes)

    #22 - Gunner

    S1:E5

    Frank and Micro go looking for answers from a reluctant witness. Madani and Sam learn of a looming investigation. Rawlins sees a ghost.

    Director:Dearbhla Walsh
    Writer:Michael Jones-Morales

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  23. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 6 - Nakazat
    7.7/10(63 votes)

    #23 - Nakazat

    S2:E6

    Amy (formerly Rachel) develops photographs that point to a conspiracy. Russo reads his own report. Madani's story about Russo comes under fire.

    Director:Jamie M. Dagg
    Writer:Christine Boylan

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  24. Marvel's The Punisher Season 2 Episode 9 - Flustercluck
    7.7/10(65 votes)

    #24 - Flustercluck

    S2:E9

    A big bounty inspires New York's worst to pursue the Punisher. A restless Amy seeks help from a fellow grifter. Russo and Krista consider the future.

    Director:Salli Richardson-Whitfield
    Writers:Steve Lightfoot, Ken Kristensen

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  25. Marvel's The Punisher Season 1 Episode 6 - The Judas Goat
    7.6/10(85 votes)

    #25 - The Judas Goat

    S1:E6

    With Frank in bad shape, Micro calls on Curtis for help. Madani and Russo continue to mix business with pleasure. Lewis stands up for his rights.

    Director:Jeremy Webb
    Writer:Christine Boylan

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Best Episodes Summary

"Roadhouse Blues" is the best rated episode of "Marvel's The Punisher". It scored 8.5/10 based on 69 votes. Directed by Jim O'Hanlon and written by Steve Lightfoot, it aired on 1/18/2019. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Virtue of the Vicious".