Into the Badlands backdrop
Action & Adventure•Drama•Sci-Fi & Fantasy

The Best Episodes of Into the Badlands

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

Binge this in 22h 56m•Peaking at 8.6/10

In a land controlled by feudal barons, a great warrior and a young boy embark on a journey across a dangerous land to find enlightenment. A genre-bending martial arts series very loosely based on the

Airs on
AMC
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons3

All123

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Click to reveal
    Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 13 - Black Lotus, White Rose
    8.6/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Black Lotus, White Rose

    S3:E13

    Sunny discovers an important figure from his past is working with the Black Lotus. The Widow, Gaius, and Tilda bring an end to the bloody civil war.

    Director:Miles Millar
    Writers:Alfred Gough, Miles Millar

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. Into the Badlands Season 1 Episode 6 - Hand of Five Poisons
    8.3/10(19 votes)

    #2 - Hand of Five Poisons

    S1:E6

    Sunny and M.K. fight to escape Quinn's grip once and for all. Meanwhile, the Baron's enemies conspire to take him down and change the Badlands forever.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writers:Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Michael R. Perry

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 12 - Cobra Fang, Panther Claw
    8.3/10(11 votes)

    #3 - Cobra Fang, Panther Claw

    S3:E12

    The Widow and Baron Chau finally face off; M.K. and Pilgrim grow their forces at the Monastery; Sunny and Bajie discover a new foe, the Black Lotus.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writers:Josh Stoddard, Evan Endicott

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 8 - Sting of the Scorpion's Tail
    8.2/10(15 votes)

    #4 - Sting of the Scorpion's Tail

    S2:E8

    Sunny plays a game which causes his friends to question his loyalty; the Widow discovers the existence of a new weapon.

    Director:Stephen Fung
    Writer:LaToya Morgan

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 6 - Leopard Stalks in Snow
    8.1/10(14 votes)

    #5 - Leopard Stalks in Snow

    S2:E6

    Sunny and Bajie meet a friend, but must also confront an enemy from their past; the Widow makes an unholy alliance.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writer:Matt Lambert

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 10 - Wolf's Breath, Dragon Fire
    8.1/10(16 votes)

    #6 - Wolf's Breath, Dragon Fire

    S2:E10

    Sunny faces the toughest showdown of his life; Bajie's loyalties are tested to their limits.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writers:Matt Lambert, Alfred Gough, Miles Millar

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 WORST Episodes of Into the Badlands

    READ
  7. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 4 - Palm of the Iron Fox
    8.0/10(15 votes)

    #7 - Palm of the Iron Fox

    S2:E4

    The Widow's fight for power lands her in a showdown with her enemies, who have joined forces against her; an old threat resurfaces.

    Director:Toa Fraser
    Writer:Daniel C. Connolly

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 9 - Nightingale Sings No More
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #8 - Nightingale Sings No More

    S2:E9

    Sunny relies on an unlikely person for help in defeating a foe; Bajie learns a shocking secret from his past.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writer:Justin Britt-Gibson

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 7 - Dragonfly's Last Dance
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Dragonfly's Last Dance

    S3:E7

    Sunny works with the River King to secure passage to Pilgrim's Fortress. The Widow faces mutiny from discontented troops.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writers:LaToya Morgan, Kristy Lowrey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. Into the Badlands Season 1 Episode 5 - Snake Creeps Down
    7.9/10(18 votes)

    #10 - Snake Creeps Down

    S1:E5

    As Sunny secures his escape from the Fort, Quinn grows suspicious. Meanwhile, The Widow's decisions set her on a collision course with Sunny and M.K.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writers:Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Justin Doble

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 3 - Red Sun, Silver Moon
    7.9/10(16 votes)

    #11 - Red Sun, Silver Moon

    S2:E3

    Sunny and Bajie meet a dangerous foe who knows Sunny; the Widow prepares for a showdown; MK learns a secret.

    Director:Toa Fraser
    Writer:Michael Taylor

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 5 - Monkey Leaps Through Mist
    7.9/10(14 votes)

    #12 - Monkey Leaps Through Mist

    S2:E5

    Sunny and Bajie get help from an unlikely source, for a price; the Widow considers a risk; MK enacts a dangerous plan.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writer:LaToya Morgan

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 7 - Black Heart, White Mountain
    7.9/10(13 votes)

    #13 - Black Heart, White Mountain

    S2:E7

    Sunny confronts his inner demons, and his friends try to help; the Widow exacts revenge on her enemies.

    Director:Stephen Fung
    Writer:Michael Taylor

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  14. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 8 - Leopard Catches Cloud
    7.9/10(15 votes)

    #14 - Leopard Catches Cloud

    S3:E8

    Sunny and Bajie arrive at Pilgrim's Fortress, only to face an angry M.K. The Widow enlists Gaius. Moon and Lydia rally the troops.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writers:Matt Lambert, Kristy Lowrey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  15. Into the Badlands Season 1 Episode 2 - Fist Like a Bullet
    7.8/10(24 votes)

    #15 - Fist Like a Bullet

    S1:E2

    M.K. finds refuge in an unlikely and dangerous place, while Sunny's loyalty is tested when Quinn tries to force him to commit an unspeakable act.

    Director:David Dobkin
    Writers:Alfred Gough, Miles Millar

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  16. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 2 - Moon Rises, Raven Seeks
    7.8/10(16 votes)

    #16 - Moon Rises, Raven Seeks

    S3:E2

    Sunny and Bajie seek help from Lydia. The Widow struggles to control M.K. Pilgrim seeks to establish a new order in the Badlands.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writers:Matt Lambert, Kristy Lowrey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  17. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 3 - Leopard Snares Rabbit
    7.8/10(18 votes)

    #17 - Leopard Snares Rabbit

    S3:E3

    Sunny and Bajie go undercover on The Widow's frontlines, seeking passage to a possible cure for Henry. Tilda confronts The Widow.

    Director:Toa Fraser
    Writers:Michael Taylor, Kristy Lowrey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  18. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 15 - Requiem for the Fallen
    7.8/10(10 votes)

    #18 - Requiem for the Fallen

    S3:E15

    Sunny, Bajie and Gaius seek out an unlikely ally in the fight against Pilgrim. Cressida has a disturbing revelation. The Widow questions her future.

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writer:Matt Lambert

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  19. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 16 - Seven Strike as One
    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #19 - Seven Strike as One

    S3:E16

    Sunny, The Widow and Bajie lead the charge against Pilgrim, as he attempts to gain ultimate control of the Badlands; M.K. seeks revenge on The Widow. (Series Finale)

    Director:Paco Cabezas
    Writers:Matt Lambert, Alfred Gough, Miles Millar

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  20. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 4 - Blind Cannibal Assassins
    7.7/10(18 votes)

    #20 - Blind Cannibal Assassins

    S3:E4

    Sunny and Bajie face off against a deadly new foe with a dark connection to Sunny's past. Chau enlists her brother in the fight against Pilgrim.

    Director:Toa Fraser
    Writers:Michael Taylor, Kristy Lowrey

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  21. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 14 - Curse of the Red Rain
    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #21 - Curse of the Red Rain

    S3:E14

    Sunny, Bajie and Kannin journey back into the Badlands. The Widow makes a risky play against Pilgrim, bringing Cressida and Lydia into the crossfire.

    Director:Miles Millar
    Writer:Michael Taylor

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  22. Into the Badlands Season 1 Episode 4 - Two Tigers Subdue Dragons
    7.6/10(17 votes)

    #22 - Two Tigers Subdue Dragons

    S1:E4

    Sunny and M.K. try to figure out how to control the boy's power. Meanwhile, Quinn sets a dangerous parlay with a rival Baron to help fight The Widow.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writers:Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Michael Jones-Morales

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  23. Into the Badlands Season 2 Episode 2 - Force of Eagle's Claw
    7.6/10(18 votes)

    #23 - Force of Eagle's Claw

    S2:E2

    Sunny and Bajie struggle to stay alive; the Widow consolidates her power in the face of challenges.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Matt Lambert

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  24. Into the Badlands Season 3 Episode 6 - Black Wind Howls
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #24 - Black Wind Howls

    S3:E6

    Sunny and Bajie call in a favor from Bajie's past. The Widow interrogates an important captive who threatens her tentative peace with Pilgrim.

    Director:James Marshall
    Writers:Kristy Lowrey, Josh Stoddard, Evan Endicott

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  25. Into the Badlands Season 1 Episode 3 - White Stork Spreads Wings
    7.5/10(21 votes)

    #25 - White Stork Spreads Wings

    S1:E3

    As Sunny begins to train M.K., the boy struggles to learn discipline. Meanwhile, Quinn seeks retribution against The Widow and faces the consequences.

    Director:David Dobkin
    Writers:Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Justine Juel Gillmer

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Best Episodes Summary

"Black Lotus, White Rose" is the best rated episode of "Into the Badlands". It scored 8.6/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Miles Millar and written by Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, it aired on 4/15/2019. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Hand of Five Poisons".