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The Best Episodes of The Family

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Family Season 1 Episode 10 - Finale, Part II: A Determined Death... Towards the Future
    8.7/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Finale, Part II: A Determined Death... Towards the Future

    S1:E10

    With his back against the wall after damning testimony, Daisuke makes a shocking move, turning the tables on his son.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Family Season 1 Episode 7 - The Tragic Furnace Explosion
    8.2/10(7 votes)

    #2 - The Tragic Furnace Explosion

    S1:E7

    Daisuke reveals the depths of his dark animosity. Just as the blast furnace is nearing completion, there's an explosion at the construction site.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Family Season 1 Episode 6 - Collapse of the Manpyo Clan
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Collapse of the Manpyo Clan

    S1:E6

    At Mikumo's urging, Daisuke finally agrees to provide Teppei with the remaining funds. Washima says he will not be renewing his contract after all.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Family Season 1 Episode 8 - The Truth Behind Teppei's Birth
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #4 - The Truth Behind Teppei's Birth

    S1:E8

    Reeling after the revelations in Shino's letter, Teppei confronts his father in front of the whole family and asks him a very pointed question.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Family Season 1 Episode 2 - Truths and Tragedies of the Past
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #5 - Truths and Tragedies of the Past

    S1:E2

    Teppei informs his employees that they'll move ahead with plans to build the blast furnace — even though he has yet to lock in the funding.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Family Season 1 Episode 3 - Destined to be Torn Apart
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #6 - Destined to be Torn Apart

    S1:E3

    With Zenidaka, Teppei heads into Tokyo to visit the major banks to raise the remaining funds. Later, he reaches out to Okawa for help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Family Season 1 Episode 4 - A Sad Betrayal
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #7 - A Sad Betrayal

    S1:E4

    Teppei returns from a successful business trip to Chicago. Daisuke uncovers an act of corruption, but family loyalty prevents him from weaponizing it.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Family Season 1 Episode 5 - A Death that Split Fates
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #8 - A Death that Split Fates

    S1:E5

    While Teppei tries to figure out who leaked the story about Okawa, Kazuko overhears her husband discussing that very subject with Daisuke.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Family Season 1 Episode 9 - Finale, Part I: A Father-and-Son Battle on the Verge of Death
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #9 - Finale, Part I: A Father-and-Son Battle on the Verge of Death

    S1:E9

    Father and son face off against each other in court, with each man taking the stand. In a surprising move, Teppei requests an unexpected witness.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Family Season 1 Episode 1 - The Grand Family
    7.7/10(8 votes)

    #10 - The Grand Family

    S1:E1

    Daisuke doesn't hide his disgust when his son Teppei is late to the family New Year's Eve dinner. Later, Teppei approaches his father with a proposal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Finale, Part II: A Determined Death... Towards the Future" is the best rated episode of "The Family". It scored 8.7/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/18/2007. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Tragic Furnace Explosion".