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The Best Episodes of Pachinko Season 1

Every episode of Pachinko Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Pachinko Season 1!

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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
    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 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Chapter Four" is the best rated episode of "Pachinko" season 1. 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 is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter Seven".