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Every TV Episode Written by Steven Knight Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.9/10(46 votes)

    #1 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    As James Delaney conspires to escape, an enraged Prince Regent unleashes one final plan to destroy him.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.8/10(40 votes)

    #2 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    The East India Company declares war on James Delaney, whilst a family revelation drives him into dark and haunted places.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.8/10(42 votes)

    #3 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    A devastating betrayal puts James Delaney’s freedom in jeopardy, handing his enemies the opportunity they've been longing for.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.7/10(66 votes)

    #4 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    As Tommy prepares to commit the most audacious crime of his career, an unexpected blow is struck, putting him under unbearable pressure. As he faces his worst fears he needs help more than ever, but is increasingly uncertain about whom he can trust. In a nerve-shredding race against time, Tommy is forced to confront hard truths about himself and his family that could change the Peaky Blinders forever.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.7/10(43 votes)

    #5 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Blacklisted, James Delaney sets out to protect his business by any means necessary.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.7/10(72 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    As derby day arrives, Tommy is faced with impossible decisions as he plans to strike back at his enemies and take the family business to another level. Meanwhile, Major Campbell has one final card to play - one that he is certain will bring about Tommy's demise.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  7. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - The Noose
    8.6/10(72 votes)

    #7 - The Noose

    S4:E1

    December 1925. When Tommy receives a mysterious letter on Christmas Eve, he realises that the Shelbys are in danger of annihilation.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  8. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Heathens
    8.6/10(58 votes)

    #8 - Heathens

    S4:E2

    As the Shelbys come to terms with the shocking events of Christmas Day, Tommy endeavours to unite his family and a bold new enemy makes his move.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  9. undefined Season 6 Episode 1 - Black Day
    8.6/10(97 votes)

    #9 - Black Day

    S6:E1

    Tommy sets off to North America, where the end of Prohibition brings new opportunities. But he faces new danger from an old adversary who is finally making his move.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 6 - The Company
    8.6/10(46 votes)

    #10 - The Company

    S4:E6

    It is the night of the big fight - Bonnie Gold versus Goliath. But as the bell rings and the crowd goes wild, dangers lurk in the shadows for Tommy Shelby and his family. When Changretta plays his final ace, he sets in motion a series of events that will change the Peaky Blinders forever.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.4/10(113 votes)

    #11 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    As Thomas Shelby prepares to oust Billy Kimber, hidden secrets are revealed and the family have to face up to the problems that have divided them. Meanwhile, Campbell, obsessed with taking down the Peaky Blinders, unleashes one last plan to destroy them.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.4/10(41 votes)

    #12 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    James Delaney is blackmailed into a dangerous mission, whilst animosity between the Crown and Company escalates to a new level.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  13. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Black Cats
    8.4/10(52 votes)

    #13 - Black Cats

    S5:E2

    The Peaky Blinders come under fire when Tommy finds danger on his doorstep and a friend is brutally attacked. Could there be a traitor in the Shelby family’s midst?

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - The Duel
    8.4/10(44 votes)

    #14 - The Duel

    S4:E5

    Tommy finds himself engaged in bloody battle with Luca Changretta and his gang. Lizzie has even greater news to break. Meanwhile, an army colonel has questions for Ada about her past as a communist, and Jessie Eden confirms just how far she is prepared to go in pursuit of her cause.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.3/10(47 votes)

    #15 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    James Delaney decides to take radical action in order to safeguard himself from those intent on his demise.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.2/10(120 votes)

    #16 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Thomas Shelby has to deal with an IRA chief who has come to Small Heath to avenge his cousin's death. Meanwhile Campbell gets closer to the stolen guns, and Grace has to decide whether her loyalties lie with him or with Thomas.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - Blackbird
    8.2/10(53 votes)

    #17 - Blackbird

    S4:E3

    Tradition weighs upon Arthur as Changretta finds a chink in the Shelby armour and Changretta continues to plan ways to continue the vendetta in the most devastating way possible.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  18. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.2/10(59 votes)

    #18 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    Arthur and Michael both end up arrested and imprisoned. As Tommy's base in London is obliterated. Major Campbell has Tommy and his family under his thumb. Polly compromises herself hoping to secure Michael's freedom, but their relationship may be beyond repair at this point. Someone from Tommy's past pays him a visit, opening old wounds and leaving him to make a impossible decision.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.2/10(9 votes)

    #19 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    As Reg Seekings struggles to cope, he strikes up a friendship with a young Italian boy which ends in yet more horror.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.2/10(83 votes)

    #20 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Tommy offers to help Polly by searching for her children, who long ago were taken from her. In London, Tommy risks his life by meeting enigmatic leader Alfie Solomons. Meanwhile Arthur continues to feel the devastating effects of the Great War.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.2/10(80 votes)

    #21 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    Tommy hatches a plan to take control of the southern racecourses. He also meets the aristocratic May Carleton, and sees an opportunity to move up in the world. Meanwhile both Major Campbell and London gangster Darby Sabini plan Tommy's downfall.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.1/10(109 votes)

    #22 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Thomas Shelby's war with the Lee family of gypsies escalates, and Campbell puts further pressure on him to deliver the stolen guns. Meanwhile Thomas's brother John plans to marry a former prostitute, but Thomas suspects that she's still on the game.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.1/10(808 votes)

    #23 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Birmingham, 1919. Thomas Shelby controls the Peaky Blinders, one of the city's most feared criminal organisations, but his ambitions go beyond running the streets. When a crate of guns goes missing, Thomas recognises an opportunity to move up in the world.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  24. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Dangerous
    8.1/10(45 votes)

    #24 - Dangerous

    S4:E4

    The Peaky Blinders are lured by the Italians into a cat-and-mouse chase on the streets of Birmingham. As his factory lies idle, Tommy confronts the possibility that the Communists might win and he will be deemed a traitor to his class.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.1/10(191 votes)

    #25 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Thomas fixes a horserace, provoking the ire of local kingpin Billy Kimber. He also starts a war with gypsy family the Lees. Meanwhile, Inspector Campbell carries out a vicious raid of Small Heath in search of the stolen guns.

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    Writer:Steven Knight

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Steven Knight Ratings Summary

"Episode 8" is the best rated episode written by Steven Knight. It scored 8.9/10 based on 46 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 2/25/2017 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Episode 6".