Empire

S01E06

Out, Damned Spot

Vernon is caught in the middle of a very sticky situation. Meanwhile, Jamal is rising to stardom, but his newfound drive and ambition might stir up trouble in his relationships. To make matters worse, a mystery woman (guest star Raven Symone) from the family's past shows up with a huge surprise.

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Eric Haywood

S02E08

My Bad Parts

Lucious, eager to assert his power, releases a rap by Freda challenging Hakeem as his heir. Not to be outdone in Lucious' eyes, Hakeem fires back at Freda with a rap battle challenge that could put Lyon Dynasty's future in danger. Meanwhile, Cookie gets a special visit from her spitfire sister, Candace, Jamal is working on landing a major sponsorship deal and Anika receives some life changing news

• Directed by Sanaa Hamri
• Written by Malcolm Spellman

S03E05

One Before Another

Lucious and Andre are on high alert as they wait for Shine to retaliate after their latest business encounter went south. Jamal, who has yet to perform in front of his fans, teams up with Hakeem for a performance that he thinks could help him face his fears. Meanwhile, Cookie is caught off-guard during a routine meeting with her probation officer

• Directed by Mario Van Peebles
• Written by Carlito Rodriguez, Joshua Allen

S03E02

Sin That Amends

In an attempt to cope with life after being shot, Jamal teams up with businessman Angelo Dubois, to talk about gun violence and host a summit for awareness. When he tries to perform again, things don’t go as planned. Meanwhile, Lucious attempts to win over Cookie, Hakeem starts to record new songs with Shine, and Andre runs into some trouble with the police.

• Directed by Craig Brewer
• Written by Cherien Dabis

S01E08

The Lyon's Roar

It’s time for the Lyon family to come together and record a legacy album with Lucious, Hakeem and Jamal. Cookie and Camilla finally come face-to-face, Andre struggles with some inner demons and Jamal steps into the spotlight with news that surprises everyone.

• Directed by Danny Strong
• Written by Danny Strong

S02E14

Time Shall Unfold

Lucious releases his new music video, as he manipulates and sabotages those around him to regain his CEO position at Empire. Meanwhile, Andre learns more about his grandmother's mental illness in order to understand his own struggle with bipolar disorder, Anika reveals a big secret to the family and Hakeem leads the big shareholder meeting.

• Directed by Cherien Dabis
• Written by Malcolm Spellman, Ayanna Floyd Davis

S06E18

Home Is on the Way

• Directed by Bille Woodruff, Geary McLeod
• Written by Michael C. Martin, Yolonda E. Lawrence

S06E17

Over Everything

• Directed by Stephen D'Amato Jr.
• Written by Jamie Rosengard, Cameron Johnson

S06E16

We Got Us

• Directed by Clement Virgo
• Written by Jasheika James, Janeika James

S06E15

Love Me Still

• Directed by Dianne Houston
• Written by Thomas Westfall, Matt Pyken

S06E14

I Am Who I Am

• Directed by Ishai Setton
• Written by Paul Eriksen, Colin Waite

S06E13

Come Undone

• Directed by Taraji P. Henson
• Written by Evan Price, Dianne Houston