The Best Episodes Written By Beau Willimon

Every TV Episode Written by Beau Willimon Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. Background image for One Way Out
    9.0/10(108 votes)

    #1 - One Way Out

    S1:E10

    A rare opportunity opens and the time for Cassian and his fellow inmates to act is now.

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    Director:Toby Haynes
  2. Background image for Chapter 38
    8.5/10(35 votes)

    #2 - Chapter 38

    S3:E12

    Heather Dunbar goes for the jugular, forcing Claire to confront her worst fears. The rift between Frank and Claire widens.

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    8.3/10(46 votes)

    #3 - I Have Friends Everywhere

    S2:E5

    Cassian on Ghorman. Syril on Coruscant. Bix failing. Wilmon trapped. Kleya has a serious problem.

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    8.3/10(50 votes)

    #4 - What a Festive Evening

    S2:E6

    Vel and Cinta to Ghorman. Cassian home to Bix. An argument. A heist. A party. Everything at risk.

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    8.3/10(39 votes)

    #5 - Chapter 39

    S3:E13

    In the midst of the Iowa caucuses, Frank and Claire must confront hard truths about each other.

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    Director:James Foley
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    8.2/10(102 votes)

    #6 - Nobody's Listening!

    S1:E9

    Under intense scrutiny while imprisoned, Cassian makes allies plan an impossible escape.

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    Director:Toby Haynes
  7. Background image for Chapter 2
    8.1/10(69 votes)

    #7 - Chapter 2

    S1:E2

    Francis and Doug plan to frame Secretary of State nominee, Michael Kern. Meanwhile, Zoe's popularity at the Washington Herald continues to grow.

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    8.1/10(39 votes)

    #8 - Chapter 52

    S4:E13

    As the hostage situation continues, Claire secretly negotiates with Yusuf al Ahmadi. Frank confronts Hammerschmidt.

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    8.1/10(68 votes)

    #9 - Chapter 14

    S2:E1

    The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Francis grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.

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    8.1/10(55 votes)

    #10 - Chapter 26

    S2:E13

    Francis faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.

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    Director:James Foley
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    8.1/10(101 votes)

    #11 - Narkina 5

    S1:E8

    The Empire catches up to Cassian, but are as yet unaware of his identity and past.

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    Director:Toby Haynes
  12. Background image for Chapter 1
    8.1/10(108 votes)

    #12 - Chapter 1

    S1:E1

    When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Francis and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window.

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  13. Background image for Ever Been to Ghorman?
    8.0/10(48 votes)

    #13 - Ever Been to Ghorman?

    S2:E4

    Cassian and Bix adjust to a Luthen safehouse. All eyes are on Ghorman. Wilmon visits Saw Gerrera.

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    7.8/10(36 votes)

    #14 - Chapter 33

    S3:E7

    The damage is done and the Underwoods must repair it. But deep wounds don't heal fast, and sometimes not at all.

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    Director:John Dahl
  15. Background image for Chapter 25
    7.8/10(48 votes)

    #15 - Chapter 25

    S2:E12

    Francis finds himself shut out and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.

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    Director:James Foley
  16. Background image for Chapter 3
    7.7/10(64 votes)

    #16 - Chapter 3

    S1:E3

    Francis heads for his hometown to deal with a crisis. Zoe negotiates the politics of being a journalist on the rise. Claire finds herself a new business partner.

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    Director:James Foley
  17. Background image for Chapter 40
    7.7/10(34 votes)

    #17 - Chapter 40

    S4:E1

    Claire's absence causes problems for Frank on the campaign trail amid rumors of a marital rift. Claire tries to strike out on her own.

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  18. Background image for Chapter 9
    7.7/10(53 votes)

    #18 - Chapter 9

    S1:E9

    Frank tries to do whatever it takes to get the new bill passed in Congress. Russo goes on a bus campaign with the Vice President, but the VP is not making it an easy trip for him. Zoe's relationship with Frank gets a little bumpy.

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    Director:James Foley
  19. Background image for Chapter 11
    7.7/10(56 votes)

    #19 - Chapter 11

    S1:E11

    Zoe extends her time away from The Hill while Francis tracks down Russo and engages in damage control.

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  20. Background image for Chapter 12
    7.7/10(55 votes)

    #20 - Chapter 12

    S1:E12

    The President sends Frank to St. Louis to persuade Raymond Tusk into becoming the new Vice President. Zoe and Janine investigate Peter Russo's death.

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    7.7/10(53 votes)

    #21 - Chapter 22

    S2:E9

    Things get personal when Tusk blindsides the Underwoods with a scandal. Freddy and his BBQ joint get caught up in the mix.

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  22. Background image for Chapter 15
    7.6/10(52 votes)

    #22 - Chapter 15

    S2:E2

    Amid turmoil in the home, Frank takes office. Foreign relations become entangled as Durant's team bungles a meeting. As foes negotiate to thwart her, Jackie maneuvers to strengthen her position. Lucas acquires new skills in order to pursue his secret investigation.

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  23. Background image for Chapter 13
    7.6/10(59 votes)

    #23 - Chapter 13

    S1:E13

    Frank scrambles to keep his plan on track. Gillian is planning to sue Claire. Zoe, Janine, and Lucas investigate Rachel Posner and her relationship with Peter Russo.

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  24. Background image for Chapter 4
    7.5/10(59 votes)

    #24 - Chapter 4

    S1:E4

    Francis shakes down the Congressional leadership. Zoe is offered the promotion of White House Correspondent and doesn't know if she should take it or not.

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    Director:James Foley
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    7.4/10(52 votes)

    #25 - Chapter 24

    S2:E11

    A Special Prosecutor interrogates Francis. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.

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Beau Willimon Ratings Summary

"One Way Out" is the best rated episode written by Beau Willimon. It scored 9/10 based on 108 votes. It was directed by Toby Haynes. It aired on 11/9/2022 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Chapter 38".