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The Best Episodes of Surviving Black Hawk Down

Every episode of Surviving Black Hawk Down ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Surviving Black Hawk Down!

Binge this in 2h 36mPeaking at 7.8/10

In extraordinary detail, US soldiers and Somali fighters recall the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu and the now-famous downing of three Black Hawk helicopters.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Surviving Black Hawk Down Season 1 Episode 2 - A Wall of Lead
    7.8/10(167 votes)

    #1 - A Wall of Lead

    S1:E2

    A routine raid to capture two of Aidid's lieutenants turns into a chaotic rescue operation when the Army Rangers are met with fierce Somali counterfire.

    Director:Jack Macinnes
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Surviving Black Hawk Down Season 1 Episode 3 - No Way Out
    7.8/10(161 votes)

    #2 - No Way Out

    S1:E3

    As news of the botched Black Hawk operation rattles America, video of a captive pilot shocks the globe. Will he be rescued?

    Director:Jack Macinnes
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Surviving Black Hawk Down Season 1 Episode 1 - This Is Not New York
    7.7/10(187 votes)

    #3 - This Is Not New York

    S1:E1

    Somalia, 1993. An effort to end famine and civil war turns violent when a US mission to take out a rebel leader ends in the death of multiple civilians.

    Director:Jack Macinnes
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Wall of Lead" is the best rated episode of "Surviving Black Hawk Down". It scored 7.8/10 based on 167 votes. Directed by Jack Macinnes and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/10/2025. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "No Way Out".