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The Best Episodes of The Big Cigar

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

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Black Panther Party co-founder Huey P. Newton enlists an unlikely ally—Hollywood producer Bert Schneider—to elude an FBI manhunt and escape to Cuba.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Big Cigar Season 1 Episode 3 - Guns & Matzah
    8.4/10(83 votes)

    S1:E3

    Huey and Eldridge stand divided. Bert and Steve clash over Huey. The road to Cuba becomes increasingly treacherous.

    Director:Damon Thomas
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Big Cigar Season 1 Episode 4 - What Are Friends For?
    8.3/10(85 votes)

    S1:E4

    A chaotic confrontation leads to a change of plans. Huey and Bobby's differences come to light. Agent Clark pulls out all the stops.

    Director:Damon Thomas
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Big Cigar Season 1 Episode 6 - The Pirate
    8.3/10(72 votes)

    S1:E6

    Bert works hard to prove his loyalty. Gwen inspires a grand gesture. Huey's legacy lives on.

    Director:Tiffany Johnson
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Big Cigar Season 1 Episode 2 - The Cuban
    8.1/10(99 votes)

    S1:E2

    Huey and Bert's bold plan falls into place. Huey attempts to move the Black Panther Party away from armed confrontation.

    Director:Don Cheadle
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Big Cigar Season 1 Episode 5 - Lost Paradise
    8.0/10(76 votes)

    S1:E5

    Clark puts pressure on the Mexican government. Tragedy strikes Bert. Huey receives life-changing news—and hits another roadblock.

    Director:Tiffany Johnson
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Big Cigar Season 1 Episode 1 - Panther/Producer
    7.9/10(114 votes)

    S1:E1

    On the heels of his overturned conviction, Huey P. Newton reignites a revolution and meets an unexpected donor.

    Director:Don Cheadle
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Guns & Matzah" is the best rated episode of "The Big Cigar". It scored 8.4/10 based on 83 votes. Directed by Damon Thomas and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/23/2024. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "What Are Friends For?".