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The Best Episodes of Pachinko

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

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This sweeping saga chronicles the hopes and dreams of a Korean immigrant family across four generations as they leave their homeland in an indomitable quest to survive and thrive.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Pachinko Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter Four
    9.1/10(1302 votes)

    S1:E4

    Newlywed Sunja embarks on an epic journey that takes her far from the comforts of home. Solomon gets ready for his big day.

    Director:Justin Chon
    Writers:Soo Hugh, E. J. Koh

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  2. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 2 - Chapter Ten
    8.9/10(509 votes)

    S2:E2

    The family reunites with a loved one and confronts a harsh reality. Solomon makes a discovery that could prove beneficial.

    Director:Leanne Welham
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Melissa Park, Christina Yoon

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  3. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 8 - Chapter Sixteen
    8.9/10(483 votes)

    S2:E8

    Noa uncovers a devastating truth. Solomon learns of an old enemy's fate. Sunja must decide between her past and her future.

    Director:Sang-il Lee
    Writer:Chang-rae Lee

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  4. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 7 - Chapter Seven
    8.8/10(1409 votes)

    S1:E7

    As a young man in 1923 Yokohama, Hansu is thrown into a cataclysmic disaster that will change everything.

    Director:Kogonada
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Ethan Kuperberg

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  5. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 8 - Chapter Eight
    8.7/10(788 votes)

    S1:E8

    Season finale. Sunja learns that Isak has been arrested and searches for him with the aid of her young son. Solomon makes a fateful decision.

    Director:Justin Chon
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Mfoniso Udofia

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  6. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter Three
    8.5/10(1172 votes)

    S1:E3

    Sunja discovers surprising new details about Hansu. Solomon looks to his grandmother for help.

    Director:Kogonada
    Writers:Hansol Jung, Soo Hugh

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  7. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 7 - Chapter Fifteen
    8.4/10(368 votes)

    S2:E7

    Mr. Kim faces a difficult choice: the woman he loves or his homeland. Both Solomon and Mozasu execute ruthless plans.

    Director:Sang-il Lee
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Haruna Lee

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  8. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 4 - Chapter Twelve
    8.3/10(391 votes)

    S2:E4

    As new relationships blossom, a tragedy threatens to destroy everything. Sunja meets a close friend of Solomon's.

    Director:Arvin Chen
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Ethan Kuperberg

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  9. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 1 - Chapter Nine
    8.2/10(491 votes)

    S2:E1

    World War II forces Sunja to make dangerous decisions for her family's survival. Pushed to the edge, Solomon takes a stand.

    Director:Leanne Welham
    Writer:Soo Hugh

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  10. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 3 - Chapter Eleven
    8.2/10(401 votes)

    S2:E3

    Sunja and the children flee Osaka only to find their new location has its own challenges. Solomon's past leads him to new beginnings.

    Director:Arvin Chen
    Writer:Melissa Park

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  11. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 5 - Chapter Thirteen
    8.2/10(376 votes)

    S2:E5

    The family's fight for survival begins anew as WWII reaches the home front. A surprise figure thwarts Solomon's perfect plan.

    Director:Arvin Chen
    Writers:Soo Hugh, David Mitchell

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  12. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter One
    8.1/10(1442 votes)

    S1:E1

    In 1920s Korea, Yangjin and Hoonie shield their only child, Sunja, from the realities of life under colonial rule. In 1989, Solomon closes a big deal.

    Director:Kogonada
    Writer:Soo Hugh

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  13. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter Five
    8.1/10(929 votes)

    S1:E5

    As she arrives in Japan with her husband, Sunja must depend on the help of others. Solomon copes with the aftermath of his deal.

    Director:Justin Chon
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Franklin jin Rho

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  14. Pachinko Season 2 Episode 6 - Chapter Fourteen
    8.1/10(355 votes)

    S2:E6

    Five years after the war has ended, Hansu is at the top of the criminal underworld—but his riches come at a great price.

    Director:Sang-il Lee
    Writers:Karen Chee, Chang-rae Lee

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  15. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter Six
    8.0/10(901 votes)

    S1:E6

    Sunja goes into premature labor while Isak grapples with a political awakening. Solomon finds Hana, his long-lost love.

    Director:Justin Chon
    Writers:Soo Hugh, Lauren Yee

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  16. Pachinko Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter Two
    7.9/10(1140 votes)

    S1:E2

    Hansu opens Sunja's eyes to the world, but it inspires dreams that come at a price. Solomon attempts to leverage his Korean identity.

    Director:Kogonada
    Writers:Matthew J. McCue, Soo Hugh

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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter Four" is the best rated episode of "Pachinko". It scored 9.1/10 based on 1302 votes. Directed by Justin Chon and written by Soo Hugh, E. J. Koh, it aired on 3/31/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter Ten".