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After trading in the seemingly charmed life of a gentleman for one of a swashbuckling buccaneer, Stede Bonnet becomes captain of the pirate ship Revenge. Struggling to earn the respect of his potentially mutinous crew,

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.5/10(4415 votes)

    S1:E1

    Aristocrat-turned-pirate-captain Stede Bonnet is put to the test when his crew encounters a British naval vessel.

    Director:Taika Waititi
    Writer:David Jenkins

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  2. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 2 - A Damned Man
    7.6/10(3952 votes)

    S1:E2

    Stede battles feelings of guilt while hunting for missing hostages. Lucius makes a surprising discovery.

    Director:Nacho Vigalondo
    Writer:David Jenkins

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  3. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 3 - A Gentleman Pirate
    7.9/10(3815 votes)

    S1:E3

    Stede (a.k.a. “The Gentleman Pirate”) conducts business in the Republic of Pirates. Oluwande and Jim face their past.

    Director:Nacho Vigalondo
    Writer:Adam Stein

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  4. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 7 - This Is Happening
    8.1/10(3626 votes)

    S1:E7

    A trip to St. Augustine reveals more about Jim’s past. Stede leads Blackbeard on an adventure.

    Director:Luis Fernando Frías de la Parra
    Writer:Zayre Ferrer

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  5. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 1 - Impossible Birds
    8.1/10(2594 votes)

    S2:E1

    While Stede adjusts to his new normal, a heartbroken Blackbeard fills the void with daily raids – sparking concern amongst Izzy and the crew.

    Director:David Jenkins
    Writers:David Jenkins, Alex J. Sherman, Alyssa Lane

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  6. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 4 - Discomfort in a Married State
    8.2/10(3759 votes)

    S1:E4

    As the threat of attack looms, Blackbeard and Stede finally meet. Jim fields questions from an overly curious crew.

    Director:Nacho Vigalondo
    Writer:Eliza Jiménez Cossio

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  7. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 8 - We Gull Way Back
    8.2/10(3609 votes)

    S1:E8

    The arrival of Blackbeard’s old buddy leaves Stede feeling like the odd man out. As Oluwande mourns a loss, Jim seeks answers from Spanish Jackie.

    Directors:Bert, Bertie
    Writers:Alex J. Sherman, Alyssa Lane

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  8. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 7 - Man on Fire
    8.2/10(2132 votes)

    S2:E7

    As Blackbeard reevaluates his life, Stede revels in his newfound infamy. With some help from Jim, Oluwande reunites with a hesitant Zheng.

    Director:Luis Fernando Frías de la Parra
    Writers:Jes Tom, Natalie Torres

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  9. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 6 - The Art of F**kery
    8.3/10(3673 votes)

    S1:E6

    Stede and crew stage a spectacle. Blackbeard struggles to carry out his plan.

    Director:Luis Fernando Frías de la Parra
    Writer:Simone Nathan

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  10. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 2 - Red Flags
    8.3/10(2526 votes)

    S2:E2

    Aboard Zheng's ship, Stede, Olu, and Black Pete have surprising revelations while Blackbeard's crew plots their revenge.

    Director:David Jenkins
    Writer:Adam Stein

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  11. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 9 - Act of Grace
    8.4/10(3636 votes)

    S1:E9

    Captured and facing trial, Stede and Blackbeard face tough choices and an uncertain future.

    Directors:Bert, Bertie
    Writers:David Jenkins, Yvonne Zima

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  12. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 4 - Fun and Games
    8.4/10(2372 votes)

    S2:E4

    After he's banished from the Revenge, Blackbeard unwittingly receives relationship advice from some dysfunctional old friends.

    Director:Andrew DeYoung
    Writers:David Jenkins, Eliza Jiménez Cossio

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  13. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 5 - The Best Revenge Is Dressing Well
    8.5/10(3844 votes)

    S1:E5

    Blackbeard and Stede attend a fancy party. Oluwande and Frenchie embrace false identities. Izzy and Lucius go head-to-head.

    Director:Luis Fernando Frías de la Parra
    Writer:John Mahoney

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  14. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 5 - The Curse of the Seafaring Life
    8.5/10(2366 votes)

    S2:E5

    As Blackbeard remains plagued by the distrust of his crew, Izzy schools Stede on how to be an effective captain.

    Director:Andrew DeYoung
    Writers:Simone Nathan, John Mahone

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  15. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 8 - Mermen
    8.5/10(2153 votes)

    S2:E8

    After watching the Republic of Pirates crumble, Stede and Zheng pursue Prince Ricky Barnes, the Revenge crew schemes to escape imprisonment, and Blackbeard plots a return to piracy… leading to triumph and a devastating loss.

    Director:Luis Fernando Frías de la Parra
    Writers:David Jenkins, John Mahone

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  16. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 6 - Calypso's Birthday
    8.6/10(2297 votes)

    S2:E6

    While the crew celebrates Calypso's birthday, Blackbeard faces a violent party-crasher seeking revenge.

    Director:Luis Fernando Frías de la Parra
    Writer:Zayre Ferrer

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  17. Our Flag Means Death Season 1 Episode 10 - Wherever You Go, There You Are
    8.7/10(3881 votes)

    S1:E10

    While Stede attempts to reenter his old life, Blackbeard tends to a wounded heart.

    Director:Andrew DeYoung
    Writer:David Jenkins

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  18. Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Episode 3 - The Innkeeper
    8.7/10(2683 votes)

    S2:E3

    While the Revenge crew gleefully reunites under Zheng's reign, Stede attempts to bring back Blackbeard, who must face his own difficult truths.

    Director:Andrew DeYoung
    Writers:Alex J. Sherman, Alyssa Lane

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pilot" is the worst rated episode of "Our Flag Means Death". It scored 7.5/10 based on 4415 votes. Directed by Taika Waititi and written by David Jenkins, it aired on 3/3/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "A Damned Man".