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The Best Episodes of Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1

Every episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1!

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Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 1 - BACK IN THE DAY
    8.0/10(342 votes)

    #1 - BACK IN THE DAY

    S1:E1

    It's 1991 in South Jamaica, Queens, and 15-year-old Kanan Stark is eager to join his family's growing drug business, led by his mother, "Raquel Raq" Thomas.

    Director:Rob Hardy
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 2 - REAPING AND SOWING
    7.7/10(230 votes)

    #2 - REAPING AND SOWING

    S1:E2

    After a rival crew member is killed, Raq does whatever is necessary to get the target off Kanan's back.

    Director:Mario Van Peebles
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 3 - STICK AND MOVE
    7.5/10(204 votes)

    #3 - STICK AND MOVE

    S1:E3

    Still reeling from a shocking death, Kanan pushes his way into the drug game with Marvin’s help while Raq plots to take down her competition.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 4 - DON'T SLEEP
    7.8/10(202 votes)

    #4 - DON'T SLEEP

    S1:E4

    All bets are off when a police raid clears out Raq's competition. Promises are broken, secrets are revealed, and revenge is swift.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 5 - CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES
    8.2/10(212 votes)

    #5 - CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES

    S1:E5

    Eager to transform her business after the stash house is hit, Raq overhauls her operation. Meanwhile, Kanan is detained after a fight with Scrappy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 6 - LEVEL UP
    7.8/10(203 votes)

    #6 - LEVEL UP

    S1:E6

    Lou's new artist showcase becomes the nexus of the rivalry between Raq and Unique. At the same time, Kanan cooks up a drug-selling scheme with Marvin.

    Director:Kieron Hawkes
    Writer:Dylan C. Brown

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  7. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 7 - STAY IN YOUR LANE
    8.2/10(211 votes)

    #7 - STAY IN YOUR LANE

    S1:E7

    Kanan and Marvin's side hustle goes awry. Raq seeks revenge for the attack on Scrappy. Jukebox suffers a devastating blow.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Nina Manni

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  8. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 8 - THE COST OF BUSINESS
    8.3/10(209 votes)

    #8 - THE COST OF BUSINESS

    S1:E8

    Kanan struggles with a harsh truth after word gets back to Raq that hes behind the bad crack on the streets. Jukebox learns the troubling facts behind Nicoles death. Lou finds himself caught in a crossfire.

    Director:Hernán Otaño
    Writer:Natasha Tash Gray

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  9. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 9 - LOYAL TO THE END
    8.4/10(193 votes)

    #9 - LOYAL TO THE END

    S1:E9

    As Lou recovers in the hospital, Marvin seeks revenge. Feeling the pressure, Raq turns to Kanan to take out the biggest threat to their family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Episode 10 - PAID IN FULL
    8.3/10(191 votes)

    #10 - PAID IN FULL

    S1:E10

    As the situation in the neighborhood turns dire, Raq scrambles to get Kanan out of harm’s way.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"BACK IN THE DAY" is the best rated episode of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 342 votes. Directed by Rob Hardy and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/18/2021. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "REAPING AND SOWING".