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On the run from the police, an Arizona man crosses into Mexico and gets deeply involved in drug trafficking, with the help of modern technology.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Yankee Season 1 Episode 1 - The Flight of Aeschylus
    5.4/10(46 votes)

    #1 - The Flight of Aeschylus

    S1:E1

    Real estate agent and drug smuggler Malcolm gets into trouble after an altercation at his house and must flee Arizona, crossing into Mexico.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Yankee Season 1 Episode 2 - Aberrations
    5.0/10(28 votes)

    #2 - Aberrations

    S1:E2

    Malcolm shows Cara Sucia a new way to smuggle drugs across the border. Sheriff Valenzuela and Agent Wolf each independently look into Malcolm.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Yankee Season 1 Episode 3 - Belize
    4.9/10(24 votes)

    #3 - Belize

    S1:E3

    Yvonne helps Malcolm, now Yankee, meet with his brother, who has a plan for his escape. Cara Sucia punishes his men. Wolf finds a source in Mexico.

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  4. Yankee Season 1 Episode 4 - The Golden Hour
    4.9/10(23 votes)

    #4 - The Golden Hour

    S1:E4

    Wolf's life is put in danger. Cara Sucia offers to introduce Yankee to Choche, so long as he follows his violent orders. Del Toro strikes a deal.

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  5. Yankee Season 1 Episode 6 - 110.6666700
    3.8/10(15 votes)

    #5 - 110.6666700

    S1:E6

    Yankee meets influential cartel boss El Botas. Cara Sucia starts extorting store owners and Parra takes note. Piporro's violence brings consequences.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Yankee Season 1 Episode 5 - The Eagles
    3.5/10(14 votes)

    #6 - The Eagles

    S1:E5

    Choche gives Yankee more responsibility, much to Cara Sucia's and Piporro's chagrin. Wolf is assigned a crucial mission. Phoebe suffers financial woes.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Yankee Season 1 Episode 21 - The Ocean Is a Desert
    3.5/10(14 votes)

    #7 - The Ocean Is a Desert

    S1:E21

    Phoebe realizes she sold guns to La Contra and Yankee decides to use it to their advantage. Del Toro sets his sights on Cara Sucia.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Yankee Season 1 Episode 22 - Pax Romana
    3.4/10(12 votes)

    #8 - Pax Romana

    S1:E22

    With the marines under suspicion, Del Toro investigates Diana de la Hoya's murder. Yvonne and Yankee make a peace deal. Wolf's trauma haunts her.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Yankee Season 1 Episode 13 - Reunion and Betrayal
    3.2/10(12 votes)

    #9 - Reunion and Betrayal

    S1:E13

    Las Aguilas' espionage techniques help uncover Parra's location. Wolf gives ICE crucial information. Yankee suffers a shocking betrayal.

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  10. Yankee Season 1 Episode 24 - Kibbitz
    3.1/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Kibbitz

    S1:E24

    In a large meeting with Mexico's narcos, Yankee suggests adding fentanyl to the drug trade and offers up a deal with Wolf.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Yankee Season 1 Episode 8 - Midday Cowboy
    3.0/10(12 votes)

    #11 - Midday Cowboy

    S1:E8

    Phoebe makes a startling decision. Despite Choche's orders, Yankee seeks revenge on Cara Sucia. La Contra takes control of Clandestina nightclub.

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  12. Yankee Season 1 Episode 9 - Operation Serpent
    3.0/10(12 votes)

    #12 - Operation Serpent

    S1:E9

    A coordinated attack on Choche and his men takes them by surprise, and Del Toro uses it to his advantage. Yankee worries about his family.

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  13. Yankee Season 1 Episode 11 - Mr. Lucky
    3.0/10(12 votes)

    #13 - Mr. Lucky

    S1:E11

    Parra asks El Botas to turn Yankee in. Revueltas's daughter is kidnapped. Cara Sucia's ambition grows and Del Toro is put in danger.

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  14. Yankee Season 1 Episode 12 - Rookies
    3.0/10(12 votes)

    #14 - Rookies

    S1:E12

    Back in Arizona, Yankee plots revenge with Wolf's help. Phoebe gets more involved in the drug business. Las Aguilas use technology to their advantage.

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  15. Yankee Season 1 Episode 19 - Eagles and Serpents
    3.0/10(12 votes)

    #15 - Eagles and Serpents

    S1:E19

    La Contra's enemies -- including Mexican and American authorities plus Yankee -- go after the cartel in a large-scale operation.

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  16. Yankee Season 1 Episode 10 - Frauds
    2.9/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Frauds

    S1:E10

    Wolf offers help to a desperate Yankee. La Contra's violence escalates and Cara Sucia goes after Las Aguilas. Phoebe hires a new employee, Brian.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Yankee Season 1 Episode 14 - Overboard
    2.9/10(12 votes)

    #17 - Overboard

    S1:E14

    Cara Sucia's act of narcoterrorism shocks Yankee and Revueltas. ICE interrogates Parra. Billy asks Valenzuela for his job back and seeks revenge.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Yankee Season 1 Episode 15 - Collateral Damage
    2.9/10(12 votes)

    #18 - Collateral Damage

    S1:E15

    Yankee is shaken by the execution of one of his employees. Del Toro investigates both the attempt made on his life and the casino fire.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Yankee Season 1 Episode 17 - Beginner Horses
    2.9/10(13 votes)

    #19 - Beginner Horses

    S1:E17

    Cara Sucia celebrates his terrorism. Yankee proposes a radical idea to Revueltas and Botas that involves an unexpected collaboration.

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  20. Yankee Season 1 Episode 18 - Every Day There's War
    2.9/10(13 votes)

    #20 - Every Day There's War

    S1:E18

    Citizens protest against La Contra and violence ensues. Cara Sucia targets Del Toro's family. Yankee starts working with the authorities.

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  21. Yankee Season 1 Episode 23 - Resurrection
    2.9/10(12 votes)

    #21 - Resurrection

    S1:E23

    Yankee has serious concerns about his family's safety in light of his discovery. Wolf is suspicious about La Contra's actions.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Yankee Season 1 Episode 7 - Penélope in Puerto Peñasco
    2.8/10(14 votes)

    #22 - Penélope in Puerto Peñasco

    S1:E7

    Cara Sucia mourns his loss and swears vengeance. Phoebe and Yankee reunite in Mexico and discuss their future. Fidelia brings Wolf along on a job.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Yankee Season 1 Episode 16 - An Honest Officer
    2.8/10(12 votes)

    #23 - An Honest Officer

    S1:E16

    Wolf meets with one of the fire's survivors. Confined to the hospital, Yankee thinks about revenge and misses his family. Valenzuela meets with Phoebe.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Yankee Season 1 Episode 20 - Local Heroes
    2.8/10(12 votes)

    #24 - Local Heroes

    S1:E20

    Yankee makes Ignacio a difficult offer while also attempting to help Amelia. Cara Sucia targets his rival's drones with a winged friend.

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  25. Yankee Season 1 Episode 25 - Happiness Is a Rebellion
    2.4/10(13 votes)

    #25 - Happiness Is a Rebellion

    S1:E25

    Yankee and Phoebe decide how to handle their future, which hinges on his relationship with Amelia. Yvonne makes a power play. Billy chooses violence.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Flight of Aeschylus" is the best rated episode of "Yankee". It scored 5.4/10 based on 46 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/14/2019. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Aberrations".