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Never trust a criminal... Until you have to.
Raymond "Red" Reddington, one of the FBI's most wanted fugitives, surrenders in person at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. He claims that he and the FBI have the same interests: bringing down dangerous criminals and terrorists. In the last two decades, he's made a list of criminals and terrorists that matter the most but the FBI cannot find because it does not know they exist. Reddington calls this "The Blacklist". Reddington will co-operate, but insists that he will speak only to Elizabeth Keen, a rookie FBI profiler.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Raymond "Red" Reddington, one of the FBI's most wanted fugitives, surrenders in person at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. He claims that he and the FBI have the same interests: bringing down dangerous criminals and terrorists. In the last two decades, he's made a list of criminals and terrorists that matter the most but the FBI cannot find because it does not know they exist. Reddington calls this "The Blacklist". Reddington will co-operate, but insists that he will speak only to Elizabeth Keen, a rookie FBI profiler.
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Episode 1
Six months after Wujing's escape from custody, Reddington mysteriously resurfaces in Manhattan amidst an explosion. When a former Blacklister is found at the scene, the Task Force begins to investigate a larger conspiracy at play.
Directed by Cort HesslerWritten by Lukas ReiterGuest stars Amir Arison, Alex Shimizu, Daniel Sauli, Chin Han, Jonathan Holtzman, Sami Bray, Anzu Lawson, Chris L. McKenna
Episode 2
The Task Force works to infiltrate a high-stakes poker game tied to Wujing with the help of new team member Siya Malik. Red and Cooper have opposing tactics when Agnes is bullied at school.
Directed by Michael CaraccioloWritten by Sean HennenGuest stars Chin Han, Sami Bray, Kenneth Lee, Lucy Taylor, Matt Walton, Christian Conn, David Garelik, Hannah Brahney
Episode 3
An assassination attempt on Sen. Panabaker leads the Task Force to a group of renowned pickpockets. Red sends a dangerous gift to an old friend in custody.
Directed by Matthew McLootaWritten by Katie BockesGuest stars Stacy Keach, Alex Brightman, Teddy Coluca, Deirdre Lovejoy, Jacob Pitts, Chantal Jean-Pierre, Guy Lockard, Connor Ausman
Episode 4
Red attempts to secure a late financier's fortune locked by a series of challenging clues. When a deadly assassin pursues the money, the Task Force bands together to protect the endowment's rightful heirs.
Directed by John TerleskyWritten by Daniel CeroneGuest stars Alex Shimizu, Stacy Keach, Kenneth Lee, Molly Bernard, Greg Yoder, David Manis, Adam Ratcliffe, Jeffrey Schecter
Episode 5
An investigation surrounding the murder of a judge sheds new light on an unsolved case. Red's relationship with a trusted colleague is put in a precarious position when his cooperation with the FBI is disclosed.
Directed by Ruben GarciaWritten by T Cooper, Allison Glock-CooperGuest stars Stacy Keach, Alex Brightman, Chin Han, Kenneth Lee, Charlie Semine, Miles Mussenden, Ray Iannicelli, Rebecca Faulkenberry
Episode 6
When Dr. Laken Perillos resurfaces to join Wujing's crusade against Red, a member of The Task Force is put in danger.
Directed by Michael CaraccioloWritten by Noah SchechterGuest stars Laverne Cox, Stacy Keach, Chin Han, Jonathan Holtzman, Kenneth Lee, John Hans Tester, Carla Brandberg, Natalie Carter
Episode 7
The return of The Freelancer unveils a conspiracy involving a local photographer. Ressler hits a personal milestone.
Directed by Cort HesslerWritten by Sam ChristopherGuest stars Daniel Sauli, Alex Brightman, Gerardo Rodriguez, Kenneth Lee, Mackenzie Astin, Carsten Nørgaard, Jerry D. O'Donnell, Benny Elledge
Episode 8
The Task Force investigates a series of social media conspiracies that simulate dangerous public attacks. When a top-secret government program is stolen, the team works to uncover the Troll Farmer's involvement.
Directed by Jono OliverWritten by Taylor MartinGuest stars Aaron Yoo, Daniel Sauli, Alex Brightman, Jonathan Holtzman, Sami Bray, Chris L. McKenna, Donnie Keshawarz, Ben Livingston
Episode 9
The Task Force races against the clock to recover a valuable asset stolen from the US government. Red hatches a plan to help track down the perpetrators.
Directed by Christine GeeWritten by Lukas ReiterGuest stars Aaron Yoo, Mario Peguero, Chin Han, Deirdre Lovejoy, Jonathan Holtzman, Kenneth Lee, Carsten Nørgaard, Derek Roberts
Episode 10
After an inmate opens fire at a high-security prison, the Task Force investigates a contraband smuggler known as The Postman. Cooper revisits his past ties to the suspect.
Directed by Kevin BerlandiWritten by Justine NeubarthGuest stars Ruffin Prentiss, Alex Brightman, Sami Bray, Mackenzie Astin, Robert Neary, Lee Sellars, Tia Dionne Hodge, Asmeret Ghebremichael
Episode 11
When Red is identified as a possible hostage during a deli robbery in Philadelphia, Dembe and Ressler take action. Back in D.C., Sen. Panabaker evaluates The Task Force's dealings with Red while Siya digs deeper into her mother's past.
Directed by Olenka DenysenkoWritten by Daniel CeroneGuest stars Alex Brightman, Deirdre Lovejoy, Jonathan Holtzman, Sami Bray, Royce Johnson, Wally Dunn, Nina Hellman, Nancy J. Lee
Episode 12
Dembe reflects on his complicated past when he receives a concerning call from an old connection. An ambitious Congressman begins to question the Task Force's operations.
Directed by Andrew McCarthyWritten by Noah SchechterGuest stars Danaya Esperanza, Sami Bray, Zainab Jah, Toby Leonard Moore, Paul Fitzgerald, Sibongile Mlambo, Cyrus Farmer, Emeka Anammah
Episode 13
While accompanying Red on a series of unusual tasks, Siya learns more about Meera's past. Congressman Hudson attempts to persuade a powerful friend to join his crusade against The Task Force.
Directed by Mahesh PailoorWritten by T Cooper, Allison Glock-CooperGuest stars Kate Bornstein, Alex Brightman, Sami Bray, Toby Leonard Moore, Carolina Do, Harry Hadden-Paton, Wayne Duvall, Nikita Tewani
Episode 14
The task force investigates the whereabouts of a missing newlywed. Red offers his help to a powerful cartel leader. Siya visits a connection from her mother's past.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by Cristina BoadaGuest stars Alex Brightman, Diany Rodriguez, Valarie Pettiford, Janet Zarish, Rosie Benton, Sandra Okuboyejo, Anjali Bhimani, Jonathan Walker
Episode 15
In an effort to prove their worth to Congressman Hudson, Red provides the task force with three criminal cases that are deeper than they appear. Ressler helps a friend make amends.
Directed by Adam WeisingerWritten by Katie Bockes, Sam ChristopherGuest stars Alex Brightman, Mackenzie Astin, Jordan Bridges, Leigh DeLollis, Steve Blanchard, Marceline Hugot, Tara Westwood, Ezioma Asonye
Episode 16
When a corrupt lawyer is linked to a string of corporate cover-ups, Red helps the team investigate her operation. Sen. Panabaker and Cooper await a judge's decision on the fate of the task force.
Directed by Saray D. GuidettiWritten by Taylor MartinGuest stars David Zayas, Alex Brightman, Diany Rodriguez, Deirdre Lovejoy, Mackenzie Astin, Toby Leonard Moore, Wayne Duvall, Francie Swift
Episode 17
The Task Force encounters a ring of fraudulent companies shipping contraband around the world. Congressman Hudson's investigation escalates when he recruits help from within the FBI.
Directed by Andrew McCarthyWritten by Aiah SambaGuest stars Alex Brightman, Diany Rodriguez, Sami Bray, Krista Braun, Toby Leonard Moore, Carolina Do, J.C. MacKenzie, Charlie Kevin
Episode 18
Red's attempt to mediate a meeting between two rival families takes a deadly turn. When an elusive criminal is linked to the incident, the task force races against time to save Red and his associates.
Directed by Diego KlattenhoffWritten by Sam EisendrathGuest stars Alex Brightman, Sami Bray, Mackenzie Astin, Toby Leonard Moore, Gabriela Torres, Manny Ureña, Robert M. Jimenez, Dashiell Eaves
Episode 19
A cryptic tip from Red leads the Task Force to uncover a security breach within the US government. Congressman Hudson takes major steps to uncover the inner workings of the Task Force.
Directed by Andrew McCarthyWritten by James FeinbergGuest stars Marylouise Burke, Alex Brightman, Mario Peguero, Mackenzie Astin, Toby Leonard Moore, Jenna Stern, Daryl Edwards, Will Dagger
Episode 20
Cooper is caught on the defensive when summoned by the Attorney General. Red visits dear friends.
Directed by Christine MooreWritten by Sean HennenGuest stars Alex Shimizu, Alex Brightman, Teddy Coluca, Aida Turturro, Diany Rodriguez, Deirdre Lovejoy, Sami Bray, Mackenzie Astin
Episode 21
It's the task force versus Hudson and his agents as they chase down Red — who stays one step ahead of them. Zuma's transgression is caught on camera.
Directed by Michael CaraccioloWritten by Noah Schechter, Katie BockesGuest stars Marylouise Burke, Alex Brightman, Diany Rodriguez, Mario Peguero, Jonathan Holtzman, Krista Braun, Toby Leonard Moore, Derrick Williams
Episode 22
The future of the FBI's Reddington Task Force is decided.
Directed by Michael CaraccioloWritten by Lukas ReiterGuest stars Alex Brightman, Jonathan Holtzman, Sami Bray, Derrick Williams, Jake Silbermann, Paulina Gálvez, Celeste Oliva, Nadine Malouf
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
James SpaderRaymond 'Red' Reddington
Megan BooneElizabeth Keen
Diego KlattenhoffDonald Ressler
Hisham TawfiqDembe Zuma
Ryan EggoldTom Keen
Anya BanerjeeSiya Malik
Harry LennixHarold Cooper
Parminder NagraMeera Malik
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