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The Best Episodes of Snowfall

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

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Genres:DramaCrime
Network:FX
Episodes
60
Avg. Rating
8.2
S1
S2
S3
S4
E1
E2
E3
7.9
8.0
8.1
8.1
7.7
8.1
7.7
8.2
7.6
7.8
8.0
8.6

Best Episodes Summary

"Fault Lines" is the best rated episode of "Snowfall". It scored 9.3/10 based on 1112 votes. Directed by Alonso Alvarez and written by Dave Andron, it aired on 4/20/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Hedgehogs".

  • Fault Lines
    9.3/101,112 votes
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    #1 - Fault Lines

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 4/20/2022

    Franklin is decimated. Teddy moves to secure his future. The family fractures.

    Director: Alonso Alvarez

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • Hedgehogs
    9.2/10976 votes
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    #2 - Hedgehogs

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 8/28/2019

    Andre receives help from an unexpected source. Franklin finds himself exposed. Julia forces Teddy’s hand.

    Director: Carl Seaton

    Writer: Emmy Grinwis

  • Sleeping Dogs
    9.2/10790 votes
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    #3 - Sleeping Dogs

    Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 4/14/2021

    Franklin suffers the cost of his business. As Teddy’s situation deteriorates, so does his mental state. Gustavo and Lucia struggle with how to proceed.

    Director: Carl Seaton

    Writer: Justin Hillian

  • Concrete Jungle
    9.1/10806 votes
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    #4 - Concrete Jungle

    Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 3/22/2023

    Franklin braces for fallout. Kane seeks revenge.

    Director: Katrelle N. Kindred

    Writer: Dave Andron, Jeanine Daniels, Davon Briggs

  • Blackout
    9.0/10870 votes
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    #5 - Blackout

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 9/4/2019

    Franklin struggles with the fallout from his actions as his family prepares for the worst. Teddy scrambles to keep his operation afloat. Gustavo unveils his plan for the future.

    Director: Ben Younger

    Writer: N/A

  • Pocket Full of Rocks
    8.9/10831 votes
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    #6 - Pocket Full of Rocks

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 8/21/2019

    Andre is forced to ask for Franklin's help. Julia proposes a new plan to Teddy. Gustavo clears the way for his own vision.

    Director: Alonso Alvarez

    Writer: Justin Hillian

  • Betrayal
    8.9/10700 votes
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    #7 - Betrayal

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 4/7/2021

    Franklin's world explodes into chaos. Teddy goes up the proverbial river.

    Director: Alonso Alvarez

    Writer: Walter Mosley, Tyger Williams

  • Fight or Flight
    8.9/10749 votes
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    #8 - Fight or Flight

    Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 4/21/2021

    Franklin's family fractures. Teddy makes a difficult decision. Gustavo chooses a new path.

    Director: Carl Seaton

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • Education
    8.8/10899 votes
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    #9 - Education

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 9/20/2018

    Franklin faces the consequences of his actions. Teddy pulls out all the stops to assist his partners. Lucia must sacrifice to save Gustavo's life.

    Director: John Singleton

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • The Iliad (1)
    8.7/10700 votes
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    #10 - The Iliad (1)

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 3/16/2022

    A brutal attack leaves the Saint crew in chaos.

    Director: Kevin Rodney Sullivan

    Writer: Sal Calleros, Davia Carter

  • Ebony and Ivory
    8.7/10657 votes
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    #11 - Ebony and Ivory

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 3/15/2023

    Franklin confronts Teddy's father; Leon solidifies control of the projects.

    Director: Jade Holmes Christian

    Writer: Davia Carter

  • Ballad of the Bear
    8.7/10675 votes
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    #12 - Ballad of the Bear

    Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 4/5/2023

    Franklin and Gustavo set a plan in motion.

    Director: Amin Joseph

    Writer: Sal Calleros

  • The Struggle
    8.7/101,375 votes
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    #13 - The Struggle

    Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 4/19/2023

    The Snowfall saga comes to an end.

    Director: Alonso Alvarez

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • All The Way Down
    8.6/10621 votes
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    #14 - All The Way Down

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 3/3/2021

    Franklin's troubles extend beyond the gangs, putting Cissy in jeopardy. Teddy and Gustavo seek revenge.

    Director: Ugla Hauksdóttir

    Writer: Walter Mosley

  • Aftermath
    8.5/10723 votes
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    #15 - Aftermath

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 9/13/2018

    Franklin receives some devastating news. Teddy attempts to turn a foe into an ally. Lucia and Gustavo make plans to leave L.A.

    Director: Sunu Gonera

    Writer: N/A

  • Through a Glass, Darkly
    8.5/10599 votes
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    #16 - Through a Glass, Darkly

    Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 3/31/2021

    Franklin is blindsided. Teddy and Avi travel to Panama to retrieve stolen cash.

    Director: Alonso Alvarez

    Writer: Leonard Chang, Jeanine C. Daniels

  • Projects Boy
    8.5/10586 votes
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    #17 - Projects Boy

    Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 3/8/2023

    Franklin is forced back out onto the street while Veronique and Cassandra pursue his stolen money. Leon and Big D clash. Teddy starts hunting his KGB counterpart.

    Director: Alonso Alvarez

    Writer: Sal Calleros

  • The Iliad (2)
    8.4/10581 votes
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    #18 - The Iliad (2)

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 3/23/2022

    Franklin and Gustavo look for an escape. Teddy is forced to put his trust in an old friend. The man behind the hits is revealed.

    Director: Kevin Rodney Sullivan

    Writer: Sal Calleros, Davia Carter

  • Sacrifice
    8.4/10830 votes
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    #19 - Sacrifice

    Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 4/12/2023

    Franklin attempts to recover his stolen money.

    Director: Ben Younger

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • The Rubicon
    8.3/10870 votes
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    #20 - The Rubicon

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 9/6/2017

    Franklin solidifies his future. Teddy’s hand is forced. Lucia decides between business and family.

    Director: John Singleton

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • Departures
    8.3/10531 votes
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    #21 - Departures

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 4/13/2022

    Jerome and Louie separate themselves from Franklin.

    Director: Karena Evans

    Writer: Dave Andron

  • The Sit Down
    8.3/10591 votes
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    #22 - The Sit Down

    Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 2/22/2023

    Cissy introduces Franklin to the KGB, while also trying to broker peace within the family. Veronique enlists outside help to track Franklin's money.

    Director: Ben Younger

    Writer: Dave Andron, Jeanine Daniels

  • Surrender
    8.2/10681 votes
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    #23 - Surrender

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 9/6/2018

    Franklin resorts to extreme measures when dissatisfaction in his crew reaches a fever pitch. Lucia and Gustavo secure a deal to save their lives.

    Director: Logan Kibens

    Writer: Leonard Chang

  • Weight
    8.2/10627 votes
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    #24 - Weight

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 2/24/2021

    Chaos reigns as Franklin's plans go awry and he turns to an old flame for help. Leon struggles without Franklin. Cissy takes a more active role in Franklin's business. Gustavo's world is shaken. Irene finds her way to Alton's shelter.

    Director: Karena Evans

    Writer: Leonard Chang

  • The Get Back
    8.2/10565 votes
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    #25 - The Get Back

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 3/17/2021

    Franklin is torn between business and loyalty, as tragedy causes alliances to shift. Teddy bails out Gustavo. Irene's investigation moves closer to the Saint family.

    Director: Logan Kibens

    Writer: Justin Hillian