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The Best Episodes of Masada

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

Binge this in 6h 23m•Peaking at 7.8/10

Masada is a 1981 American historical drama television miniseries aired on ABC under the tentpole ABC Novel for Television. The screenplay by Joel Oliansky is based on Ernest Gann's 1971 novel The Antagonists. A dramatization

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Masada Season 1 Episode 1 - Part I
    7.8/10(69 votes)

    S1:E1

    Negotiations between Roman leader General Cornelius Flavius and Jewish rebel leader Elezar ben Yair leads to the inevitable standoff on Masada.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Joel Oliansky

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  2. Masada Season 1 Episode 2 - Part II
    7.6/10(57 votes)

    S1:E2

    The Jewish rebels, safe and watered atop their mountain stronghold of Masada, goad the sun-tortured Roman army below. Meanwhile, two angry Centurions plan a revolt against their haggard leader.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Joel Oliansky

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  3. Masada Season 1 Episode 3 - Part III
    7.6/10(53 votes)

    S1:E3

    Tables turn for the Romans, constructing the weapon to reach Masada and, now led by brutal Roman upstart Falco, who had usurped power from Flavias, the Jewish rebels' wits are tested.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Joel Oliansky

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  4. Masada Season 1 Episode 4 - Part IV
    7.5/10(52 votes)

    S1:E4

    The Romans utilize their formidable weapon to reach the top of Masada, and the final battle is underway.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Joel Oliansky

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part I" is the best rated episode of "Masada". It scored 7.8/10 based on 69 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Joel Oliansky, it aired on 4/5/1981. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part II".