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The Best Episodes of Cape Fear

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

Binge this in 2h 36m•Peaking at 4.5/10

A storm is coming for happily married attorneys Anna and Tom Bowden when Max Cady, the notorious killer they are responsible for putting behind bars, is let out of prison and wants revenge.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Cape Fear Season 1 Episode 2 - Why Would I Want to Hurt You?
    4.5/10(467 votes)

    #1 - Why Would I Want to Hurt You?

    S1:E2

    Desperate to understand what's happening with Zack, Anna and Tom take action. Max settles in.

    Director:SJ Clarkson
    Writers:André Jacquemetton, Maria Jacquemetton

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  2. Cape Fear Season 1 Episode 1 - Fingers & Toes
    4.1/10(712 votes)

    #2 - Fingers & Toes

    S1:E1

    After 17 years in prison, Max Cady walks free—and back into the lives of the lawyers who jailed him.

    Director:Morten Tyldum
    Writer:Nick Antosca

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  3. Cape Fear Season 1 Episode 3 - Phantom Sensations
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Phantom Sensations

    S1:E3

    Max asks Anna to represent him in a hearing. Tom invites a coworker over. Natalie makes a friend.

    Director:Amanda Marsalis
    Writer:Alan Page Arriaga

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Best Episodes Summary

"Why Would I Want to Hurt You?" is the best rated episode of "Cape Fear". It scored 4.5/10 based on 467 votes. Directed by SJ Clarkson and written by André Jacquemetton, Maria Jacquemetton, it aired on 6/4/2026. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Fingers & Toes".