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The Best Episodes of Who Killed Malcolm X?

Every episode of Who Killed Malcolm X? ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Who Killed Malcolm X?!

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Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice.

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    Who Killed Malcolm X? Season 1 Episode 5 - Shotgun Man
    7.9/10(122 votes)

    #1 - Shotgun Man

    S1:E5

    Abdur-Rahman pursues a controversial figure in Newark and examines the dangerous conditions involving police that ultimately led to Malcolm X's death.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Who Killed Malcolm X? Season 1 Episode 4 - Showdown
    7.6/10(121 votes)

    #2 - Showdown

    S1:E4

    Malcolm X cuts ties with the NOI and takes aim at Elijah Muhammad's reputation. Abdur-Rahman closes in on Malcolm X's alleged chief assassin.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Who Killed Malcolm X? Season 1 Episode 6 - Legacies
    7.5/10(118 votes)

    #3 - Legacies

    S1:E6

    Time snatches away an opportunity. Abdur-Rahman uncovers more shocking details, and decades later, Malcolm X's death continues to impact generations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Who Killed Malcolm X? Season 1 Episode 2 - Straight Man in a Crooked Game
    7.4/10(139 votes)

    #4 - Straight Man in a Crooked Game

    S1:E2

    As Elijah Muhammad's organization rises, tensions between Nation of Islam members and Malcolm X surface. Abdur-Rahman looks for the assassins' names.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Who Killed Malcolm X? Season 1 Episode 3 - Black Messiah
    7.4/10(127 votes)

    #5 - Black Messiah

    S1:E3

    Fearing a radical revolution, the authorities increase surveillance of Malcolm X amid rifts and retaliation. A boxing champion joins the Nation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Who Killed Malcolm X? Season 1 Episode 1 - Marked Man
    7.1/10(173 votes)

    #6 - Marked Man

    S1:E1

    Activist Abdur-Rahman Muhammad begins his own investigation into the perplexing details surrounding the assassination of civil rights leader Malcolm X.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Shotgun Man" is the best rated episode of "Who Killed Malcolm X?". It scored 7.9/10 based on 122 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/28/2019. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Showdown".