The BEST Episodes of Marvel's The Punisher
Every episode ever - ranked by fan votes!
Last Updated: Mar 23, 2020
Network: Netflix
After the murder of his family, Marine veteran Frank Castle became a vigilante known as 'The Punisher' with only one goal in mind – to avenge them. With his revenge now complete, Frank's war-time past comes back to haunt him.
#1 - Home
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
Frank makes an overwhelming confession. A shootout deeply upsets Sarah. Rawlins decides to take action once and for all.
8.54 
#2 - Memento Mori
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
While the authorities tighten their nets, an exhausted but still-determined Frank, swears to end the war that destroyed his life.
8.43 
#3 - The Whirlwind
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired Jan 18, 2019
Frank, Pilgrim, Madani, Russo, Amy, Curt and the Schultz family. No bullet is left unspent as season two comes to an explosive conclusion.
8.32 
#4 - Danger Close
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
When danger strikes Sarah's door, Frank seeks help from an unexpected ally to quench his thirst for revenge.
8.32 
#5 - Virtue of the Vicious
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
An attack on a prominent politician is analyzed again and again from different points of view. Madani confronts a hard truth.
8.23 
#6 - Trouble the Water
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired Jan 18, 2019
As Pilgrim's past comes into focus, Frank and Rachel find themselves in police custody, where they're anything but safe.
8.12 
#7 - Front Toward Enemy
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired Nov 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.
8.10 
#8 - Roadhouse Blues
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired Jan 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.
8.08 
#9 - Collision Course
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired Jan 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.
8.06 
#10 - Cold Steel
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired Nov 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.
8.03 
#11 - 3AM
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
Former Marine Frank Castle takes the law into his own hands while struggling to come to terms with his traumatic past.
8.00 
#12 - The Dark Hearts of Men
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired Jan 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.
7.96 
#13 - Crosshairs
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired Nov 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.
7.96 
#14 - Gunner
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired Nov 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.
7.91 
#15 - Resupply
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
Madani and Sam plan a delicate operation, Curtis tries to connect with Lewis, and Frank encourages Micro to get his hands dirty.
7.89 
#16 - Kandahar
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
Frank skips the subtlety while interrogating Micro. Brutal memories of top-secret missions shed light on Frank's past.
7.89 
#17 - Two Dead Men
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired Nov 17, 2017
A mysterious phone call forces Frank's hand. Meanwhile, Madani goes digging for suspects and Curtis delivers a message.
7.87 
#18 - The Abyss
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired Jan 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.
7.85 
#19 - The Judas Goat
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired Nov 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.
7.84 
#20 - Fight or Flight
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired Jan 18, 2019
Frank and a reluctant Rachel go on the run as a menacing adversary gives chase. Meanwhile, Madani pays Russo an unwelcome visit.
7.78 
#21 - One Bad Day
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired Jan 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.
7.77 
#22 - Nakazat
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired Jan 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.
7.71 
#23 - One-Eyed Jacks
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired Jan 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.
7.71 
#24 - Flustercluck
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired Jan 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.
7.67 
#25 - My Brother's Keeper
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired Jan 18, 2019
Painful memories take ahold of Russo. Frank's frustration frightens those closest to him. Madani receives a visitor bearing a warning.
7.64