The WORST episodes of Last Samurai Standing

Every episode of Last Samurai Standing ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Last Samurai Standing!

In the early Meiji era, Shujiro, once known as an undefeated samurai, decides to participate in a deadly survival game to save his family and villagers.

Last Updated: 12/9/2025Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

7.50

343 votes

#1 - Kodoku

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/13/2025

Unable to support his sick family as a samurai in the modern Meiji period, Shujiro enters a dangerous tournament that promises a huge cash prize.

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7.60

222 votes

#2 - Specters

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/13/2025

As the true purpose of Kodoku unravels, Shujiro sends a telegram to warn Okubo about the brewing conspiracy and arranges for Futaba's safety.

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7.66

272 votes

#3 - Awakening

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/13/2025

Kyojin, a former ninja, proposes an alliance with Shujiro and Futaba. Meanwhile, a high-ranking government official fears a potential samurai uprising.

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7.70

238 votes

#4 - The Mastermind

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/13/2025

The group tracks the disposal of bodies in a plan to uncover the organizer of Kodoku. There, Shujiro confronts Sakura, a former comrade from Satsuma.

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7.76

253 votes

#5 - Fate

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/13/2025

The organizers bet on which contestant will reach the next checkpoint first. Shujiro shares his past with Futaba, then reunites with his estranged sister.

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7.86

231 votes

#6 - Mortal Combat

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/13/2025

As the ruthless Gentosai finally corners Iroha, Shujiro faces Bukotsu in a fierce final showdown. Meanwhile, Okubo closes in on the game's mastermind.

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