The BEST episodes of Marvel's The Punisher

Every episode of Marvel's The Punisher ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Marvel's The Punisher!

After the murder of his family, Frank Castle is both haunted and hunted. In the criminal underworld, he’ll become known as The Punisher.

Last Updated: 2/29/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
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8.53
3443 votes

#1 - Home

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/17/2017

Frank makes an overwhelming confession. A shootout deeply upsets Sarah. Rawlins decides to take action once and for all.

Directors: Jet Wilkinson
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Memento Mori
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8.40
3440 votes

#2 - Memento Mori

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/17/2017

While the authorities tighten their nets, an exhausted but still-determined Frank, swears to end the war that destroyed his life.

Directors: Stephen Surjik
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Danger Close
star
8.31
3395 votes

#3 - Danger Close

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/17/2017

When danger strikes Sarah's door, Frank seeks help from an unexpected ally to quench his thirst for revenge.

Directors: Kevin Hooks
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The Whirlwind
star
8.30
1849 votes

#4 - The Whirlwind

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/18/2019

Frank, Pilgrim, Madani, Russo, Amy, Curt and the Schultz family. No bullet is left unspent as it comes to an explosive conclusion.

Directors: Jeremy Webb
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Virtue of the Vicious
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8.21
3469 votes

#5 - Virtue of the Vicious

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/17/2017

An attack on a prominent politician is analyzed again and again from different points of view. Madani confronts a hard truth.

Directors: Jim O'Hanlon
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Trouble the Water
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8.10
1982 votes

#6 - Trouble the Water

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/2019

As Pilgrim's past comes into focus, Frank and Rachel find themselves in police custody, where they're anything but safe.

Directors: Jeremy Webb
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Front Toward Enemy
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8.10
3466 votes

#7 - Front Toward Enemy

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/17/2017

After a deadly explosion, Karen finds herself in the sights of a bomb-setter – much to Frank's dismay. Curtis makes a disturbing discovery.

Directors: Marc Jobst
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Roadhouse Blues
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8.05
2259 votes

#8 - Roadhouse Blues

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/18/2019

While driving through Michigan, Frank stops for a beer at a roadside bar. But staying out of trouble has never been his strong suit.

Directors: Jim O'Hanlon
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Collision Course
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8.04
1821 votes

#9 - Collision Course

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/18/2019

Buckle up -- Mahoney and Frank are about to take a ride to remember. Amy makes an entrance, Russo cashes out, and Madani comes clean to Krista.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Cold Steel
star
8.02
3433 votes

#10 - Cold Steel

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/17/2017

Russo opens up to Madani about his past, Sarah shares her concerns about her son with Frank, and a decoy operation takes a turn.

Directors: Antonio Campos
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3AM
star
8.00
4887 votes

#11 - 3AM

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/17/2017

Former Marine Frank Castle takes the law into his own hands while struggling to come to terms with his traumatic past.

Directors: Tom Shankland
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Crosshairs
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7.94
3510 votes

#12 - Crosshairs

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/17/2017

Lewis handles the consequences of his actions, Frank and Micro track down a ghost from the past. Madani and Sam go on the hunt for critters.

Directors: Andy Goddard
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The Dark Hearts of Men
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7.91
1815 votes

#13 - The Dark Hearts of Men

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/18/2019

As Madani and Krista debate who's worth saving, Frank prepares to storm Russo's territory. A brutal encounter pushes Pilgrim back into old habits.

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Gunner
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7.89
3679 votes

#14 - Gunner

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/17/2017

Frank and Micro go looking for answers from a reluctant witness. Madani and Sam learn of a looming investigation. Rawlins sees a ghost.

Directors: Dearbhla Walsh
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Resupply
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7.86
3843 votes

#15 - Resupply

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/17/2017

Madani and Sam plan a delicate operation, Curtis tries to connect with Lewis, and Frank encourages Micro to get his hands dirty.

Directors: Kari Skogland
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Kandahar
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7.86
3976 votes

#16 - Kandahar

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/17/2017

Frank skips the subtlety while interrogating Micro. Brutal memories of top-secret missions shed light on Frank's past.

Directors: Andy Goddard
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Two Dead Men
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7.84
4362 votes

#17 - Two Dead Men

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/17/2017

A mysterious phone call forces Frank's hand. Meanwhile, Madani goes digging for suspects and Curtis delivers a message.

Directors: Tom Shankland
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The Abyss
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7.83
1772 votes

#18 - The Abyss

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/18/2019

Amy rushes to protect Frank, who lies defenseless in a hospital. Pilgrim gets some crushing news, and Karen Page calls in a favor.

Directors: Meera Menon
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The Judas Goat
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7.81
3550 votes

#19 - The Judas Goat

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/17/2017

While Frank is in bad shape, Micro asks Curtis for help. Madani and Russo continue to combine business with pleasure. Lewis defends his rights.

Directors: Jeremy Webb
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Fight or Flight
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7.75
2065 votes

#20 - Fight or Flight

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/18/2019

Frank and a reluctant Rachel go on the run as a menacing adversary gives chase. Meanwhile, Madani pays Russo an unwelcome visit.

Directors: Jim O'Hanlon
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One Bad Day
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7.74
1831 votes

#21 - One Bad Day

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/18/2019

Madani's quest to ID Pilgrim hits a wall. Russo and his crew put their plan into action. Frank encounters someone from the past.

Directors: Jet Wilkinson
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One-Eyed Jacks
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7.69
1896 votes

#22 - One-Eyed Jacks

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/18/2019

It's not a trap if you know it's coming: That's Frank's philosophy. Madani opens up and Pilgrim plans a visit to an unholy land.

Directors: Stacie Passon
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Nakazat
star
7.68
1820 votes

#23 - Nakazat

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/18/2019

Amy (formerly Rachel) develops photographs that point to a conspiracy. Russo reads his own report. Madani's story about Russo comes under fire.

Directors: Jamie M. Dagg
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Flustercluck
star
7.66
1821 votes

#24 - Flustercluck

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/18/2019

A big bounty inspires New York's worst to pursue the Punisher. A restless Amy seeks help from a fellow grifter. Russo and Krista consider the future.

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My Brother's Keeper
star
7.60
1807 votes

#25 - My Brother's Keeper

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/18/2019

Painful memories take ahold of Russo. Frank's frustration frightens those closest to him. Madani receives a visitor bearing a warning.

Directors: Michael Offer
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