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The Best Episodes of The Long Song

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

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Set during the final days of slavery in 19th century Jamaica, we follow the trials, tribulations and survival of plantation slave July and her odious mistress Caroline.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Long Song Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.6/10(99 votes)

    #1 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Angry and frustrated by the workers' refusal to work to his orders, Robert takes violent revenge, hoping to scare them into working - to the shock and horror of July.

    Director:Mahalia Belo
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Long Song Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.4/10(130 votes)

    #2 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Born a slave, July is taken from her mother to a plantation house and forced to work for the odious Caroline. But she slowly learns how to handle her new mistress.

    Director:Mahalia Belo
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Long Song Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(108 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Caroline and July compete for Robert's attention. Robert announces he is marrying Caroline, but on the wedding night he goes to July's bed.

    Director:Mahalia Belo
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "The Long Song". It scored 7.6/10 based on 99 votes. Directed by Mahalia Belo and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/20/2018. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 1".