The BEST episodes of Chief of War
Every episode of Chief of War ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Chief of War!
With Hawaii's four kingdoms divided by war, the ferocious warrior Kaʻiana embarks on an epic mission to unite his people—as an existential threat approaches their shores.
#1 - The Black Desert
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/19/2025
A great battle arrives as Kaʻiana and Kamehameha lead their army against the combined might of Maui and Keōua.
#2 - Changing Tides
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/1/2025
Fearing for their lives, Kaʻiana and his family flee Oahu. An ally emerges with a promise of safe passage.
#3 - The Race of the Gods
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/22/2025
Kaʻiana returns with a warning, and a dangerous competition will determine his fate in Kamehameha’s council. Keōua sends a message.
#4 - Day of Spilled Brains
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/5/2025
A disagreement erupts about how to deal with the arrival of outsiders.
#5 - The Sacred Niu Grove
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/12/2025
After his worst fears come true, Kaʻiana suffers a devastating loss. Keōua’s call to war becomes unavoidable for Kamehameha.
#6 - City of Flowers
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/8/2025
Kaʻiana arrives in a strange land. Kaʻahumanu takes her place beside Kamehameha.
#7 - City of Flowers Part II
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/15/2025
A dangerous power struggle emerges in the Kingdom of Hawai'i. Kamehameha wrestles with his new responsibility. Kaʻiana searches for Tony.
#8 - The Chief of War
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/1/2025
Kaʻiana is summoned back home to Maui where he must decide whether to join King Kahekili in war.
#9 - The Splintered Paddle
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/29/2025
Kupuohi tries to keep the hope of peace alive as the drums of war grow louder. Kaʻiana questions Kamehameha’s leadership.