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The Best Episodes Written By Beau Willimon

Every TV Episode Written by Beau Willimon Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - One Way Out
    8.9/10(122 votes)

    #1 - One Way Out

    S1:E10

    A rare opportunity opens and the time for Cassian and his fellow inmates to act is now.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  2. undefined Season 3 Episode 12 - Chapter 38
    8.5/10(39 votes)

    #2 - Chapter 38

    S3:E12

    Heather Dunbar goes for the jugular, forcing Claire to confront her worst fears. The rift between Frank and Claire widens.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  3. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - Chapter 26
    8.3/10(61 votes)

    #3 - Chapter 26

    S2:E13

    Francis faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 13 - Chapter 39
    8.3/10(43 votes)

    #4 - Chapter 39

    S3:E13

    In the midst of the Iowa caucuses, Frank and Claire must confront hard truths about each other.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Chapter 14
    8.2/10(76 votes)

    #5 - Chapter 14

    S2:E1

    The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Francis grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter 2
    8.1/10(76 votes)

    #6 - Chapter 2

    S1:E2

    Francis and Doug plan to frame Secretary of State nominee, Michael Kern. Meanwhile, Zoe's popularity at the Washington Herald continues to grow.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - I Have Friends Everywhere
    8.1/10(62 votes)

    #7 - I Have Friends Everywhere

    S2:E5

    Cassian on Ghorman. Syril on Coruscant. Bix failing. Wilmon trapped. Kleya has a serious problem.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - What a Festive Evening
    8.1/10(66 votes)

    #8 - What a Festive Evening

    S2:E6

    Vel and Cinta to Ghorman. Cassian home to Bix. An argument. A heist. A party. Everything at risk.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Nobody's Listening!
    8.1/10(118 votes)

    #9 - Nobody's Listening!

    S1:E9

    Under intense scrutiny while imprisoned, Cassian makes allies plan an impossible escape.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Narkina 5
    8.0/10(114 votes)

    #10 - Narkina 5

    S1:E8

    The Empire catches up to Cassian, but are as yet unaware of his identity and past.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  11. undefined Season 4 Episode 13 - Chapter 52
    8.0/10(46 votes)

    #11 - Chapter 52

    S4:E13

    As the hostage situation continues, Claire secretly negotiates with Yusuf al Ahmadi. Frank confronts Hammerschmidt.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter 1
    8.0/10(116 votes)

    #12 - Chapter 1

    S1:E1

    When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Francis and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  13. undefined Season 2 Episode 12 - Chapter 25
    7.8/10(52 votes)

    #13 - Chapter 25

    S2:E12

    Francis finds himself shut out and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  14. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Chapter 33
    7.8/10(40 votes)

    #14 - Chapter 33

    S3:E7

    The damage is done and the Underwoods must repair it. But deep wounds don't heal fast, and sometimes not at all.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Chapter 11
    7.8/10(61 votes)

    #15 - Chapter 11

    S1:E11

    Zoe extends her time away from The Hill while Francis tracks down Russo and engages in damage control.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Ever Been to Ghorman?
    7.8/10(66 votes)

    #16 - Ever Been to Ghorman?

    S2:E4

    Cassian and Bix adjust to a Luthen safehouse. All eyes are on Ghorman. Wilmon visits Saw Gerrera.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - Chapter 22
    7.7/10(57 votes)

    #17 - Chapter 22

    S2:E9

    Things get personal when Tusk blindsides the Underwoods with a scandal. Freddy and his BBQ joint get caught up in the mix.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  18. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - Chapter 40
    7.7/10(40 votes)

    #18 - Chapter 40

    S4:E1

    Claire's absence causes problems for Frank on the campaign trail amid rumors of a marital rift. Claire tries to strike out on her own.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter 3
    7.7/10(70 votes)

    #19 - Chapter 3

    S1:E3

    Francis heads for his hometown to deal with a crisis. Zoe negotiates the politics of being a journalist on the rise. Claire finds herself a new business partner.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Chapter 9
    7.7/10(58 votes)

    #20 - Chapter 9

    S1:E9

    Frank tries to do whatever it takes to get the new bill passed in Congress. Russo goes on a bus campaign with the Vice President, but the VP is not making it an easy trip for him. Zoe's relationship with Frank gets a little bumpy.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Chapter 15
    7.6/10(57 votes)

    #21 - Chapter 15

    S2:E2

    Amid turmoil in the home, Frank takes office. Foreign relations become entangled as Durant's team bungles a meeting. As foes negotiate to thwart her, Jackie maneuvers to strengthen her position. Lucas acquires new skills in order to pursue his secret investigation.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Chapter 12
    7.6/10(61 votes)

    #22 - Chapter 12

    S1:E12

    The President sends Frank to St. Louis to persuade Raymond Tusk into becoming the new Vice President. Zoe and Janine investigate Peter Russo's death.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter 4
    7.5/10(63 votes)

    #23 - Chapter 4

    S1:E4

    Francis shakes down the Congressional leadership. Zoe is offered the promotion of White House Correspondent and doesn't know if she should take it or not.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - Chapter 13
    7.5/10(65 votes)

    #24 - Chapter 13

    S1:E13

    Frank scrambles to keep his plan on track. Gillian is planning to sue Claire. Zoe, Janine, and Lucas investigate Rachel Posner and her relationship with Peter Russo.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Beau Willimon

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  25. undefined Season 2 Episode 11 - Chapter 24
    7.4/10(57 votes)

    #25 - Chapter 24

    S2:E11

    A Special Prosecutor interrogates Francis. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.

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    Writer:Beau Willimon

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Beau Willimon Ratings Summary

"One Way Out" is the best rated episode written by Beau Willimon. It scored 8.926/10 based on 122 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 11/9/2022 and is rated 0.4 points higher than their second-best episode, "Chapter 38".