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The Worst Episodes of Pearson

Every episode of Pearson ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Pearson!

Powerhouse lawyer Jessica Pearson adjusts to the dirty world of Chicago politics.
Genres:War & PoliticsDrama
Network:USA Network

Worst Episodes Summary

"The Alderman" is the worst rated episode of "Pearson". It scored 7.1/10 based on 257 votes. Directed by Kevin Bray and written by Daniel Arkin, it aired on 7/17/2019. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Superintendent".

  • The Alderman
    7.1/10257 votes
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    #1 - The Alderman

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/17/2019

    Jessica starts her new job in the mayor's office. It's a new world, and a whole new power struggle.

    Director: Kevin Bray

    Writer: Daniel Arkin

  • The Superintendent
    7.5/10188 votes
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    #2 - The Superintendent

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/24/2019

    Jessica's reputation in the press puts the police contract in jeopardy.

    Director: Silver Tree

    Writer: Jameal Turner

  • The Deputy Mayor
    7.5/10157 votes
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    #3 - The Deputy Mayor

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/7/2019

    With Bobby out, the Deputy Mayor pushes his own agenda. Jessica digs into a murder from North Park.

    Director: Alexis Ostrander

    Writer: Chris Downey

  • The Former City Attorney
    7.5/10154 votes
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    #4 - The Former City Attorney

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/14/2019

    Keri's past comes back to haunt her. Yoli and Derrick give a CEO the Chicago tour.

    Director: Salli Richardson-Whitfield

    Writer: Lauren Herstik

  • The Union Leader
    7.6/10171 votes
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    #5 - The Union Leader

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/31/2019

    Jessica goes head to head with McGann, who doesn't like her challenging his alderman appointee.

    Director: Stefan Schwartz

    Writer: Sonay Hoffman

  • The Immigration Lawyer
    7.7/10146 votes
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    #6 - The Immigration Lawyer

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/28/2019

    Jessica tries to square a debt. Nick reels from McGann's bombshell. Yoli deals with personal news.

    Director: Emile B. Levisetti

    Writer: Jameal Turner

  • The Political Wife
    7.7/10140 votes
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    #7 - The Political Wife

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 9/4/2019

    Keri goes on a trip with Stephanie. Angela helps her neighbors. Jessica deals with Yoli's problem.

    Director: Kevin Bray

    Writer: Sonay Hoffman

  • The Donor
    7.8/10145 votes
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    #8 - The Donor

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/21/2019

    Construction starts on North Park. Jessica finds new financial backers for Bobby's campaign.

    Director: Mark Polish

    Writer: Sylvia L. Jones

  • The Rival
    7.8/10130 votes
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    #9 - The Rival

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/11/2019

    Angela leads a tent city outside City Hall; Keri thinks about her future, and McGann finds Nick.

    Director: Mark Tonderai

    Writer: Chris Downey

  • The Fixer
    8.2/10152 votes
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    #10 - The Fixer

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 9/18/2019

    Jessica is split between her personal and professional life. Keri comes to a decision about her future.

    Director: Kevin Bray

    Writer: Daniel Arkin