The BEST episodes of Lioness season 1

Every episode of Lioness season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Lioness season 1!

Cruz Manuelos, a rough-around-the-edges but passionate young Marine, is recruited to join the CIA’s Lioness Engagement Team to help bring down a terrorist organization from within. Joe, the station chief of the Lioness program is tasked with training, managing and leading her female undercover operatives.

Last Updated: 12/18/2024Network: Paramount+Status: Continuing
Gone is the Illusion of Order
star
7.99
1798 votes

#1 - Gone is the Illusion of Order

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/3/2023

Unforeseen circumstances leave the mission in jeopardy. A suspicious Eshan confronts Cruz before his wedding day. Joe and the team prepare for the worst.

Directors: John Hillcoat
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The Choice of Failure
star
7.75
1965 votes

#2 - The Choice of Failure

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/6/2023

Cruz is put in a compromising position while out with Aaliyah and friends in the Hamptons, causing Joe and Kaitlyn to doubt her. Kaitlyn and Westfield confront Kyle over what happened at the border, complicating things further for Joe and her team.

Directors: Anthony Byrne
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The Beating
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7.73
2267 votes

#3 - The Beating

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/23/2023

Joe continues her training with Cruz; her methods are questionable. Cruz starts to build a relationship with Aaliyah. Kate gets into a fight during her soccer game. Neal has to deliver difficult news to a patient.

Directors: John Hillcoat
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Wish the Fight Away
star
7.70
1743 votes

#4 - Wish the Fight Away

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/27/2023

While shopping in Manhattan for the wedding, Aaliyah and Cruz get closer. Kate returns home only to say goodbye to her mom once again. Joe guides Cruz through internal struggle and doubt in completing the mission.

Directors: John Hillcoat
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Truth is the Shrewdest Lie
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7.68
1873 votes

#5 - Truth is the Shrewdest Lie

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/13/2023

Joe and Neal deal with the aftermath of Kate's accident. Westfield and Kaitlyn deploy Joe's team to subdue a terrorist threat. Cruz's cover may be in jeopardy.

Directors: Paul Cameron
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Sacrificial Soldiers
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7.65
2526 votes

#6 - Sacrificial Soldiers

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/23/2023

Things go awry for Joe and her team during a mission out in the field; Joe is left devastated. Upon her return home, Joe's family life presents it's own challenges. Cruz tries to escape a dangerous situation. Joe must choose a new recruit.

Directors: John Hillcoat
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The Lie is the Truth
star
7.64
1790 votes

#7 - The Lie is the Truth

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/20/2023

Aaliyah bonds with Cruz over a spa day. Bobby, Tex, Two Cups, Randy and Tucker confront a threat at the Safe House. Kaitlyn and Joe are scolded for the San Antonio mission in a debrief.

Directors: Paul Cameron
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Bruise Like a Fist
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7.61
2088 votes

#8 - Bruise Like a Fist

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/30/2023

Cruz is invited to spend the weekend with Aaliyah and her inner-circle. Joe keeps Kaitlyn informed of Cruz's progress. Kyle comes to Joe desperate for help with an asset.

Directors: Anthony Byrne
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