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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 5 Episode 4 - Love All, Trust a Few
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S5:E4

    The Lyon family works to get back in their groove with a brand-new project underway. As Cookie and Portia attempt to sign Devon, who has just the sound they're looking for, Andre tries to prove himself useful to Lucious on the business side of things. Not having heard from Kai, Jamal panics and looks back at their history together. At Empire, the new management entangles itself with a dangerous tie from the Lyon family's past.

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  2. undefined Season 4 Episode 11 - Without Apology
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S4:E11

    On the brink of a lucrative tech deal, Eddie realizes that he must work on rebranding Empire. Cookie springs into action when a girl group from the past re-unites and threatens to expose secrets about Empire and Lucious. Meanwhile, Hakeem makes a major move with Tiana, Andre continues to struggle with his guilt and Becky is faced with a difficult situation.

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  3. undefined Season 4 Episode 7 - The Lady Doth Protest
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S4:E7

    Production comes to a halt on Empire's 20-For-20 when Calvin and Portia, feeling overworked by their new producer, Eddie Barker, call for a strike, leaving Cookie to find a solution to the issue. In an attempt to prove that he can still be the man he was before the explosion, Lucious arranges a deal on Hakeem's behalf, not knowing the repercussions that could follow. Meanwhile, love is in the air for Jamal and Andre, who each express their feelings for their significant others, not knowing the secrets that are being kept from them.

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Mixed Blessings
    9.0/10(5 votes)

    S2:E6

    Justin and Brian negotiate their relationship – it's not like your parents! Ted's new business flourishes thanks to Emmett. Could one of Michael's first customers turn out to be the love of his life? Lindsay can't stand Ted's dirty little business. Melanie shares a dirty little secret of her own.

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 18 - Sick, Sick, Sick
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    S2:E18

    Michael's worst fears come true when Ben is hospitalized. Justin wishes Brian was more romantic – like Ethan. Emmett considers a million-dollar offer to keep his relationship with George a secret.

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 12 - Strange Bedfellows
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    S3:E12

    Angelo makes an unsettling discovery and is concerned that Cookie's past isn't in the past and will hurt his chances of becoming the Mayor. Anika is faced with a life-changing decision after Tariq reveals what he is really after. Meanwhile, Hakeem's 21st birthday party takes an unexpected turn.

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - Priorities, Please! (Beat the Time)
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    S2:E10

    Michael mourns the death of his comic book hero, Captain Astro, while Debbie finds a real life murder victim behind the diner. Emmett helps George to enjoy himself. Melanie & Lindsay are inspired by the contents of Lindsay's Granny Faye's secret letters.

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - The Dangers of Sex and Drugs
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    S2:E14

    Justin's making too much money as a go-go dancer to care about his suffering schoolwork. George offers to take Emmett on a world tour! Detective Carl Horvath returns to the diner, to ask Debbie out on a date.

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - Missing
    7.9/10(7 votes)

    S1:E13

    The team rushes to a crime scene after receiving an "agent needs assistance" page and learns that one of their own is in peril.

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 21 - The Dead Pool
    7.7/10(22 votes)

    S3:E21

    When a champion swimmer and Olympic hopeful is found dead in a training pool, Castle & Beckett dive in to investigate his murder, and uncover myriad secrets that might have led to his death.

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 19 - Hand-to-Hand
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    S1:E19

    When an undercover operation has the NCIS team investigating a MMA gym and its fighters, Sam Hanna is tasked with donning gloves and entering the cage for a one-on-one fight.

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    Writer:Matt Pyken

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  12. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Murder Most Fowl
    7.5/10(22 votes)

    S3:E8

    Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of an NYC subway worker found shot in Central Park. But, while investigating the murder they uncover the abduction of a young boy as well. The team must determine the motives behind the high stakes kidnapping in order to save the young boy's life.

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 4 - Cupid Kills
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    S3:E4

    Things heat up between Cookie and Angelo, so Lucious finally recognizes Angelo as a formidable rival and prepares to take him on. Meanwhile, Jamal is finally able to face Freda Gatz, a big first step on his journey to recovery. Also, Anika goes back to work at Empire and instantly causes turmoil, while Hakeem starts falling for Nessa, even though she might be into a different Lyon.

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Keepin' It Real
    7.1/10(10 votes)

    S1:E6

    The NCIS team must find a motive when they discover the body of a marine who had been living a double life as a wealthy bachelor.

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  15. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - Evil Manners
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S4:E3

    When Cookie is denied a line of credit, she flashes back to her years in prison and compares her past struggles to her life now. Lucious continues to struggle with demons of his own and begs his family to tell him about the ways he's wronged them, but they are reluctant to tell him the truth. Meanwhile, the NYPD is still on Andre's case about the events that transpired in Vegas and one officer in particular catches his eye.

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 16 - Knight and the City
    6.8/10(5 votes)

    S1:E16

    During his "decompression" time, Mike visits an old hangout---Sonny's Bar---and helps the new proprietress restore the joint to its original glory. But Mike must square off against a mysterious someone who wants the bar sold, and that person may resort to arson to fulfill that desire.

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Knight of the Zodiac
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    S1:E8

    Billy tags along with Mike as he heads to Vegas on a mission to stop a money laundering ring, and Billy has his eye on finding romance along the way. Meanwhile, The KITT cave is assessed and also locks horns with an old nemesis, Dr. Graiman.

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Knight Fever
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    S1:E9

    The world is in jeopardy when a devastating computer virus is released. With Kitt infected by the bug, it may mean the ultimate stall out. Elsewhere, Mike becomes jealous when Sarah and her ex-beau reconnect.

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  19. undefined Season 3 Episode 9 - A Furnace For Your Foe
    6.1/10(11 votes)

    S3:E9

    Cookie attempts to help Angelo appeal to the masses and win the mayoral bid, by hosting a free park concert. Meanwhile, the FBI continues to investigate Lucious and freezes all of Empire's assets, which has major repercussions.

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 19 - Bowling for Equality
    6.0/10(7 votes)

    S2:E19

    Michael is tempted to expose Justin's affair with Ethan to Brian. Ted's become immune to porn. Melanie and Lindsay ask Leda to leave. Bowling Showdown: Cops vs. Queers!

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  21. undefined Season 5 Episode 8 - Master of What Is Mine Own
    3.0/10(1 votes)

    S5:E8

    The cost of running Lyon Family Management starts to put pressure on Cookie and Lucious' relationship. When Kingsley pulls a power move of his own that has major financial repercussions for Lucious, Cookie thinks back to their early struggles. Kai becomes upset when Jamal announces their engagement on live TV and Tiana hits a crossroad with Hakeem, who refuses to set aside his beef with Blake. Meanwhile, Candace becomes vindictive after feeling betrayed by Cookie and Giselle uncovers a key to her future.

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  22. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - Home Is on the Way
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    S6:E18

    In the midst of the Bossyfest launch and the fight to regain control of Empire, Cookie reflects on her life and the woman she has become. Lucious finds it impossible to deny his feelings for Cookie, while continuing to support Yana and her rise to stardom. When the Lyons face their biggest threat yet, Lucious prepares for the battle of his life and realizes that in the end, family is what matters the most.

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  23. undefined Season 6 Episode 15 - Love Me Still
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    S6:E15

    As their wedding day arrives, Teri's fears concerning Andre's temper continue to surface. Meanwhile, Cookie finds a shocking discovery while digging into Bossy's finances, which leads to a heated confrontation with Giselle. Then, Yana starts to fall for Lucious again and Maya sets her sights on Hakeem,

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  24. undefined Season 6 Episode 9 - Remember the Music
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    S6:E9

    Hakeem raises concerns over Lucious’ changes to the Empire movie script, causing Lucious and Cookie to come together to recount the events that lead to the evolution of Empire. Andre turns to Kelly Patel to help him gain controlling interest in the company, as Teri grows increasingly suspicious of Andre’s role in signing Prophet the Poet. Meanwhile, Bossy Media considers taking on a silent partner to help with their financial issues and Philly Street confronts Lucious about the info he received from White Tracy.

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  25. undefined Season 6 Episode 2 - Got on My Knees to Pray
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    S6:E2

    While Lucious is still on the run, Cookie confronts Damon about why he lied to her. Andre, who is dealing with his own personal trauma, is suddenly forced to grapple with an unforeseen family complication. Meanwhile, Becky and Giselle try to get the star power they need out of their first Bossy Media artist and Tiana tries to help Devon find his sound.

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Matt Pyken Ratings Summary

"Love All, Trust a Few" is the best rated episode written by Matt Pyken. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 10/17/2018 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Without Apology".