The BEST episodes of Marvel's Luke Cage season 1
Every episode of Marvel's Luke Cage season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Marvel's Luke Cage season 1!
After a sabotaged experiment leaves him with super strength and unbreakable skin, Luke Cage became a fugitive trying to rebuild his life in modern day Harlem, New York City. But he is soon pulled out of the shadows and must fight a battle for the heart of his city – forcing him to confront a past he had tried to bury.
#1 - Step in the Arena
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/30/2016
As he rescues a victim of Cottonmouth's vengeance, Luke remembers his earlier life and the conspiracy that led to his superhuman strength.
#2 - You Know My Steez
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/30/2016
With all of Harlem bearing witness, Luke takes on the fight of his life in hopes of emerging as the defender his city needs.
#3 - Who's Gonna Take the Weight?
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/30/2016
In the aftermath of a chaotic event at a favorite Harlem hangout, Luke heeds the call to action — and hits Cottonmouth where he'll feel it most.
#4 - Soliloquy of Chaos
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/30/2016
Misty digs deeper for the truth as the neighborhood's power players throw the city into confusion.
#5 - Manifest
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/30/2016
Mariah's political career comes under fire, and Cottonmouth picks up information that could put Luke on the run.
#6 - Now You're Mine
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/30/2016
In one bold move, a friend from his past puts Luke on the defensive, Misty in dire straits, and Harlem's safety in jeopardy.
#7 - Just to Get a Rep
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/30/2016
Cottonmouth strikes back at Luke by taking his vengeance out on the people of Harlem, while detectives Knight and Scarfe face an unexpected threat.
#8 - Code of the Streets
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/30/2016
Luke is pulled deeper into the fight for his neighborhood when, as a favor to an old friend, he tries to help a kid who's in trouble with Cottonmouth.
#9 - Take It Personal
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/30/2016
Luke gets closer to the truth about Reva and her part in his fate, while Mariah wrestles with the morality of her new role. Misty hunts for Luke.
#10 - Suckas Need Bodyguards
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/30/2016
After Cottonmouth and Scarfe's bloody clash, Luke realizes that saving the community may turn former allies into enemies, and enemies into allies.
#11 - Blowin' Up the Spot
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/30/2016
Mariah campaigns to turn the city and the police against Luke, and not even Misty or Claire may be able to save him.
#12 - DWYCK
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/30/2016
With Luke wounded and on the run, Misty faces a soul-searching interrogation. Mariah's rise to power takes a dark turn.
#13 - Moment of Truth
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/30/2016
With tension building in the streets of Harlem thanks to ruthless club owner Cottonmouth, Luke finds it increasingly difficult to live a quiet life.