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The Worst Episodes of Kung Fu

Every episode of Kung Fu ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Kung Fu!

Worst episode
S1E5 Sanctuary
5.6351 votes
Best episode
S3E8 Betrayal
8.483 votes
Top season
Season 3
8.1avg
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1d 4h
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 5 - Sanctuary
    5.6/10(351 votes)

    S1:E5

    An officer-involved shooting in Chinatown sends shockwaves through the community. Mei-Li and Jin are forced to revisit a traumatic experience from their past. Nicky and Henry make a startling discovery about the weapons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.6/10(499 votes)

    S1:E1

    A quarter-life crisis causes a young Chinese American woman, Nicky Shen, to drop out of college and go on a life-changing journey to an isolated monastery in China. But when she returns to San Francisco, she finds her hometown is overrun with crime and corruption. Nicky will rely on her friends and family as well as her martial arts skills and Shaolin values to protect her community and bring criminals to justice…all while searching for the ruthless assassin who killed her Shaolin mentor Pei-Ling and is now targeting her.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Christina M. Kim

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  3. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 2 - Silence
    6.7/10(345 votes)

    S1:E2

    When adjusting to life back at home doesn’t go as planned, Nicky turns to Henry for help in her hunt for Zhilan. Meanwhile, as Jin looks forward to life getting back to normal, Mei-Li isn’t as optimistic. Finally, after lending a hand to a young woman in need, Nicky finds the mental clarity she desperately needs.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Robert Berens

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  4. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 3 - Patience
    6.9/10(297 votes)

    S1:E3

    Nicky and Henry follow a lead involving a professor who may be able to help in their search for Zhilan. Meanwhile, as Althea's past comes back to haunt her, a squabble between Jin and Mei-Li points to bigger issues in their marriage. Elsewhere, Nicky steps in to help a young worker after learning of some suspicious activity happening at King Kwong's garment factory.

    Director:Joe Menendez
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 4 - Hand
    7.1/10(285 votes)

    S1:E4

    As Nicky and Henry follow a new lead that brings them to a private collector in Napa, a tension-filled dinner with the Soong's leaves Althea to question her worth. Elsewhere, Evan's suspicions about Henry continue to grow.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 6 - Rage
    7.1/10(234 votes)

    S1:E6

    When the retrieval of a weapon doesn't go as planned, Nicky takes matters into her own hands; Jin takes Mei-Li on a surprise date; Althea finds herself faced with an ultimatum.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 4 - Clementine
    7.1/10(131 votes)

    S2:E4

    After finding himself in a bind, Dennis turns to Nicky for help, leading them to uncover an auto theft ring in Chinatown. Elsewhere, when an argument about family causes Henry and Nicky to have their first real fight, Henry reluctantly reconnects with his estranged father. Finally, Evan is forced to make a difficult decision that could cost him his job.

    Director:Richard Speight Jr.
    Writer:Richard Lowe

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  8. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 7 - Guidance
    7.2/10(212 votes)

    S1:E7

    After learning some devastating news about Pei-Ling, Nicky attempts to keep herself distracted by offering to help a young woman in need; Zhilan confronts her past; Mei-Lei makes a startling confession.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 11 - Attachment
    7.2/10(192 votes)

    S1:E11

    Nicky and Henry follow a lead that brings them to a K-pop concert in Las Vegas... and on a collision course with Zhilan and Kerwin. Elsewhere, Jin and Mei-Li make a major decision about the restaurant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 9 - Isolation
    7.3/10(202 votes)

    S1:E9

    To learn more about her family history, Nicky follows a lead that brings her, Henry and Evan to a quiet town in Canada. Zhilan joins forces with Kerwin Tan, and Jin and Mei-Li find themselves at a crossroads.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 8 - Destiny
    7.4/10(212 votes)

    S1:E8

    Nicky and the Shens deal with the fallout after a family secret comes to light; Althea prepares for her bachelorette party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 10 - Choice
    7.4/10(198 votes)

    S1:E10

    Nicky offers to help Evan when the case he's working on takes a turn. Ryan decides to officially introduce Joe as his boyfriend to his parents. Zhilan and Kerwin receive a surprise visitor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 12 - Sacrifice
    7.5/10(182 votes)

    S1:E12

    With time running out, Nicky and Henry work to translate a cryptic map that could lead them to the Forge; Althea and the family prepare for Po Po's arrival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 7 - The Alchemist
    7.5/10(119 votes)

    S2:E7

    As Nicky investigates the secrets behind a mysterious stone that Juliet is after, Henry uncovers a shocking revelation about his father. Elsewhere, Althea prepares for investor meetings for her app, and Dennis receives an ultimatum from his dad.

    Director:Richard Speight Jr.
    Writer:John Bring

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  15. Kung Fu Season 3 Episode 12 - Loss
    7.6/10(74 votes)

    S3:E12

    Henry finds himself on a collision course with Xiao, whose latest plan results in devastating consequences for Nicky and her family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Kung Fu Season 3 Episode 4 - Harmony
    7.7/10(94 votes)

    S3:E4

    With the grand reopening of Harmony Dumplings just around the corner, it's all hands on deck to make sure it goes off without a hitch. However, things take an unexpected turn when the Shen's receive a mysterious threat on the eve of the restaurant's reopening. Elsewhere, Jin faces a new challenge and Ryan scrambles to find Sebastian the perfect gift.

    Director:Richard Speight Jr.
    Writer:Richard Lowe

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  17. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 10 - Destruction
    7.7/10(106 votes)

    S2:E10

    Nicky is left reeling after a secret she's kept hidden from her family leads to some tragic consequences. Meanwhile, Mia teams up with an unexpected ally, and Nicky and Henry find themselves at a crossroads in their relationship.

    Director:Jeff Chan
    Writer:Melissa Rundle

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  18. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 8 - Disclosure
    7.7/10(108 votes)

    S2:E8

    As Nicky wrestles with a secret she's been keeping from Mia, she teams up with Evan, who makes a major discovery about his former boss. Elsewhere, Althea attempts to pull off a surprise 25th anniversary party for Harmony Dumpling against her mother's wishes, and Ryan begins to question what Sebastian may be hiding from him.

    Director:Joe Menendez
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 5 - Reunion
    7.7/10(120 votes)

    S2:E5

    After receiving a new clue that could lead to Mia's whereabouts, Nicky and Henry race to find her before Russell Tan's forces do. Meanwhile, Mei-Li is tested when a new restaurant opens nearby, and Althea continues to struggle with the challenges of work.

    Director:David Grossman
    Writer:A.C. Allen

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  20. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 3 - The Bell
    7.7/10(132 votes)

    S2:E3

    After a mishap forces her to re-evaluate her plan against Russell Tan, Nicky turns her attention to finding out what Kerwin is up to after learning he's back in the fold. Jin offers help to an old friend at the Chinatown Arts Collective, and the team makes a big move against Russell Tan.

    Director:Winnifred Jong
    Writer:Brian Anthony

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  21. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 2 - Year of the Tiger (2)
    7.7/10(137 votes)

    S2:E2

    In the midst of Lunar New Year festivities in Chinatown, Nicky tries to help her newly-discovered cousin Mia understand her new reality. Meanwhile, as Nicky and Evan follow a lead involving one of Russell Tan's mercenaries, Henry keeps an eye on Mia at the community center. Elsewhere, Ryan meets Sebastian, Harmony Dumpling's newest line cook and Kerwin is paid a surprise visit by his sister Juliet. Finally, Zhilan is forced to confront her past.

    Director:Joe Menendez
    Writers:Ryan Johnson, Peter Lalayanis

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  22. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 1 - Year of the Tiger (1)
    7.7/10(170 votes)

    S2:E1

    With the Lunar New Year around the corner, a more confident and grounded Nicky finds herself in a great place in her relationship with Henry and with her family. However, when a break-in at the Shen residence leaves her shaken, Nicky, with the help of Evan, begins to suspect that Russell Tan may be involved. Elsewhere, as Mei-Liand Jin prepare for the New Year at Harmony Dumplings, Althea begins to question whether she made the right decision re-entering the workforce.

    Director:Joe Menendez
    Writers:Christina M. Kim, Robert Berens

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  23. Kung Fu Season 1 Episode 13 - Transformation
    7.7/10(188 votes)

    S1:E13

    Nicky learns what is needed to open the forge. Meanwhile, an emergency at home threatens to derail Althea and Dennis' tea ceremony.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 9 - The Enclave
    7.8/10(105 votes)

    S2:E9

    After uncovering an item that Russell Tan is after, Nicky enlists her entire family to help infiltrate the Enclave, a secret gathering of the world's elite. Elsewhere, Nicky deals with the fallout of a secret she's kept from Mia.

    Director:R.T. Thorne
    Writer:Dan Hamamura

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  25. Kung Fu Season 2 Episode 6 - Jyu Sa
    7.8/10(114 votes)

    S2:E6

    After a tip from Evan leads Nicky and Mia to a secret meeting between Juliette and a mysterious scientist, Nicky begins to question whether she should approach her relationship with Mia as a friend or a shifu. Elsewhere, Henry's findings lead him to an expert that may be able to help decipher his research. Finally, Jin and Mei-Li help to settle an age-old dispute between Chinatown's oldest grocers.

    Director:Kristin Windell
    Writer:Matt Young

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Sanctuary" is the worst rated episode of Kung Fu. It scored 5.6/10 from 351 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on May 4, 2021. This episode scored 1.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Pilot".

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