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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - You Promised
    8.5/10(43 votes)

    S1:E6

    Jimmy reaches his breaking point. Larry becomes suspicious. McCauley and Miller talk to an important person in Larry's life.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - The Place I Lie
    8.4/10(43 votes)

    S1:E5

    Jimmy's mounting fear and paranoia compel him to provoke Larry. McCauley and Miller have a breakthrough. Larry's therapist grows concerned.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 8 - Clarifications
    8.4/10(36 votes)

    S5:E8

    "A lie ain't a side of a story. It's just a lie." - Terry Hanning A shift in the police department sends Carver to a new location. Meanwhile, Carcetti is forced to put his political future in jeopardy, Haynes digs deeper into Templeton's work, and an important case has a breakthrough by Sydnor, while Fletcher continues working with Bubbles.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - We Are Coming, Father Abraham
    8.0/10(44 votes)

    S1:E2

    Agent McCauley prepares Jimmy for the mission. Detective Miller questions Larry about the missing women, leading to a polygraph test.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - WhatsHerName
    8.0/10(42 votes)

    S1:E4

    In the aftermath of a prison riot, Jimmy and Larry find themselves with time to learn more about each other.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  6. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Refugees
    7.9/10(39 votes)

    S4:E4

    "No one wins. One side just loses more slowly." - Prez Freamon and Greggs move to Homicide, while Herc and Dozerman join Marimow in the lackluster Major Crimes Unit. Cutty gets a "custodial" job at Tilghman School picking up truants, but struggles to make progress while trying to mentor Michael. Bubbles works to get Sherrod back in school as an 8th grader. Burrell finds a way to sabotage the state-witness murder investigation before the election, impacting Greggs. Prez's struggles as a teacher continue while Bodie finds himself working for a new "company". Meanwhile, Colvin pitches his pilot program to the middle school and Carcetti meets with a constituency when he knows that they won't support him regardless of what he says. Randy is faced with a dilemma after being busted for his candy scam and Proposition Joe plays Marlo in a high-stakes heist.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  7. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Dead Soldiers
    7.8/10(46 votes)

    S3:E3

    "The gods will not save you." -- Burrell Colvin feels the sting of Burrell and Rawls during a Comstat assessment of his district's felony numbers; a blown wiretap forces Daniels's detail to turn to a new target; Proposition Joe cautions Stringer Bell that the police have been tapping phones. Carcetti continues to curry favor in Mayor Royce's inner circle.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.8/10(43 votes)

    S1:E1

    Jimmy Keene is living in the fast lane—until he gets a 10-year prison sentence. Behind bars, he's approached about a high-stakes deal for freedom.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Tigers and Bears
    7.8/10(39 votes)

    S1:E9

    After obscuring their true purpose in town from local police, Ralph and Yunis interview witnesses from the cave festival, while Holly and Andy visit the scene. The group considers its next move as Claude deals with the weight of his role.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Resignation
    7.7/10(22 votes)

    S4:E2

    Now working as a “delivery man” for Dean O’Banion, Van Alden is ordered to keep tabs on Al Capone, joining the ascendant mobster to help keep Cicero voters “informed” at a political rally. Dr. Valentin Narcisse arrives in Atlantic City, clashing with Chalky and Nucky over the loss of an employee. In Washington, Agent Knox aligns himself with J. Edgar Hoover, acting director of the Bureau of Investigation. Harrow fails to finish a job in Milwaukee, while Eddie demands a promotion after 11 years of service. With a business opportunity on the horizon, Nucky departs for Florida.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Jibber-Jibber Chicken Dinner
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    S1:E10

    When another murder victim is discovered, suspicions about Brady are confirmed. As the police prepare for another massacre, Hodges fears for the safety of those he loves.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - In the Pines, in the Pines
    7.3/10(40 votes)

    S1:E7

    Holly makes a calculated attempt to help a volatile but conflicted Jack, while their whereabouts are tracked by Ralph and Alec. Glory considers Howie's suggestion on how to secure her family's financial future.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  13. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - Walk Like a Man
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    S2:E9

    Babineau divulges the details of Brady's treatment, confirming Hodges' worst fears. As news about Brady spreads, Hodges faces intense scrutiny, and Babineau and Cora find themselves in jeopardy.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - Nobody Puts Brady in a Crestmore
    6.9/10(9 votes)

    S2:E8

    After Hodges suffers an attack, Ida, Holly, and Jerome rally around him, but Donna is reminded of her deepest fears. As support of Babineau's treatment methods dwindle, Babineau goes over Montez's head.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Missed You
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    S2:E1

    With Brady hospitalized, Hodges and Holly rebuild, opening private investigative agency Finders Keepers. Brady's care falls to Dr. Babineau, an ambitious neurosurgeon, with input from his brilliant wife, Cora.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Willow Lake
    6.8/10(17 votes)

    S1:E7

    As Hodges helps Janey through a difficult time, their connection deepens. Realizing he still needs their help, Hodges brings Jerome and Holly back into the investigation. Deborah confronts Brady with her concerns.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - Fell on Black Days
    6.3/10(12 votes)

    S2:E7

    Hodges and Donna look toward a new future; Jerome contemplates his place in the world; under pressure from Cora and Vitalta, Babineau performs brain surgery on Brady; Montez and Hodges effort to get Brady transferred out of Mercy General.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Gods Who Fall
    6.2/10(17 votes)

    S1:E4

    Ida is hurt as Hodges and Janey's relationship intensifies. Lou is disturbed by an interaction with a customer. Deborah takes Brady to the cemetery and the two reflect on their difficult past.

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    Writer:Dennis Lehane

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - People in the Rain
    6.1/10(17 votes)

    S1:E6

    Hodges struggles with the past as it concerns his daughter, Allie. As Deb attempts to make a change for the better, Brady interferes. Robi continues pressuring Brady to impress their bosses. Hodges connects with Janey's niece, Holly.

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Dennis Lehane Ratings Summary

"You Promised" is the best rated episode written by Dennis Lehane. It scored 8.5/10 based on 43 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 8/4/2022 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Place I Lie".