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The Best Episodes of The Whirlwind

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

Binge this in 9h 12m•Peaking at 8.3/10

A whirlwind power clash between the prime minister and deputy prime minister unravels the day the president suffers an assassination attempt.

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    The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    8.3/10(33 votes)

    S1:E12

    Dong-ho's final act forces Su-jin to make the ultimate choice — reveal the truth or go down in disgrace. In the end, will justice prevail?

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  2. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.2/10(54 votes)

    S1:E1

    Determined to turn the tables, Park Dong-ho attempts to assassinate the president. But Jeong Su-jin swiftly steps in to execute her own agenda.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  3. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.2/10(28 votes)

    S1:E7

    Dong-ho enacts a scheme to completely expose Su-jin to the public. But she aims to turn Lee Jang-seok against Dong-ho before her hearing begins.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  4. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.2/10(28 votes)

    S1:E9

    Su-jin coaches Sang-un to give a damning testimony against Dong-ho and sway public opinion. Facing impeachment, Dong-ho turns to Chairman Kang.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  5. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.1/10(41 votes)

    S1:E2

    Armed with leverage, Kang Sang-un approaches Dong-ho with an offer. Dong-ho's attempt to initiate a no-holds-barred investigation encounters a hiccup.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  6. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.1/10(38 votes)

    S1:E3

    Dong-ho risks everything to reinitiate the investigation before the president awakes. In response, Su-jin resorts to a ruthless tactic to turn the tides.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  7. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.1/10(29 votes)

    S1:E8

    With Su-jin in the prime minister's seat, Dong-ho meets with Chairman Kang in a ploy to take her inner circle down — forcing her to plan her own revenge.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  8. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.1/10(28 votes)

    S1:E10

    Dong-ho exposes himself to bring his foes to justice, putting himself at risk for prosecution. In turn, Su-jin stops at nothing to have Dong-ho arrested.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  9. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(35 votes)

    S1:E4

    Dong-ho turns his attention to the presidential election campaign — and sets a trap for Su-jin. He later enlists questionable support for a leg up.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  10. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.0/10(31 votes)

    S1:E6

    Although Su-jin gains possession of Dong-ho's Achilles' heel, Dong-ho reveals he has a trick up his sleeve. Su-jin then hones in on Park Chang-sik.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  11. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    8.0/10(29 votes)

    S1:E11

    Su-jin derails the investigation into Daejin and turns the scrutiny back onto Dong-ho. As a strike threatens Dong-ho's power, he uses his silver bullet.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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  12. The Whirlwind Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.8/10(33 votes)

    S1:E5

    Facing calls to resign, Dong-ho confronts Su-jin privately. He soon debates Jo Sang-cheon, where the issue of North Korea plagues Dong-ho's campaign.

    Director:Kim Yong-wan
    Writer:Park Kyung-soo

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 12" is the best rated episode of "The Whirlwind". It scored 8.3/10 based on 33 votes. Directed by Kim Yong-wan and written by Park Kyung-soo, it aired on 6/28/2024. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 1".