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Empire
★ 7.1/10•2015•TV-14•Drama•Soap
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Their reign. Their rules.

A powerful family drama about the head of a music empire whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his throne.

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateJan 7, 2015

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE148m

Pilot

Lucious Lyon is the head of a music empire whose reign has been unchallenged for years. But all that changes when he learns he has a disease and must choose one of his three sons to take over: Andre, Jamal or Hakeem. Complicating matters is their mother and Lucious’ ex-wife, Cookie, who emerges from prison to claim her share.

Jan 7, 2015

Episode 2 - The Outspoken KingE245m

The Outspoken King

Lucious has to defend Empire's IPO launch after one of his artists is involved in a shooting; Cookie hears about Lucious' plans for a huge performance for Hakeem, but not Jamal; Bunkie's murder is investigated.

Jan 14, 2015

Episode 3 - The Devil Quotes ScriptureE346m

The Devil Quotes Scripture

The Lyons head to Philadelphia and get a taste of what their life could have been if Lucious hadn't made it big. Lucious promotes Hakeem's new relationship with hip-hop star Tianna, but tensions rise when another woman tries to catch Hakeem's eye.

Jan 21, 2015

Episode 4 - False ImpositionE445m

False Imposition

Lucious attempts to steal a super-hot, chart-topping artist from his rival at Safe House Records. Meanwhile, Jamal struggles to compose original music and Cookie tries to forge a relationship with her estranged son, Hakeem.

Jan 28, 2015

Episode 5 - Dangerous BondsE546m

Dangerous Bonds

Cookie receives an anonymous gift from an admirer that she believes might be a veiled threat from a person from her prison past. Meanwhile, Lucious takes charge of Hakeem's first video shoot.

Feb 4, 2015

Episode 6 - Out, Damned SpotE645m

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.

Feb 11, 2015

Episode 7 - Our Dancing DaysE745m

Our Dancing Days

Tension mounts between Hakeem and Jamal, as Lucious attempts to brand Empire Entertainment as a tight-knit, “family-run” company. Meanwhile, Cookie and Anika don’t hold anything back when it comes to taking over the company.

Feb 18, 2015

Episode 8 - The Lyon's RoarE845m

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.

Feb 25, 2015

Episode 9 - Unto the BreachE946m

Unto the Breach

It's an all-out war when Cookie uncovers Anika's big backstabbing secret, and Lucious must come face-to-face with his longtime rival, Billy Beretti. As the Lyon family rallies to save Empire Entertainment, all three sons take drastic measures: Jamal gets close with famous artist Delphine, Hakeem works hand-in-hand with Cookie and Andre is pushed way beyond his limits.

Mar 4, 2015

Episode 10 - Sins of the FatherE1045m

Sins of the Father

Andre forms a new musical relationship with Michelle, and a woman from Lucious' past, Angie, comes into the picture. Meanwhile, Lucious invites the whole family over to his home. However, everyone arrives with their own agendas. Hakeem, under the influence of Camilla, sets out to show his father that he's a true artist and a good businessman. Then, Cookie prepares to state her own agenda for Empire and for her family, when Olivia arrives.

Mar 11, 2015

Episode 11 - Die But OnceE1146m

Die But Once

Jamal and Lucious are on their way to forming a music-centered relationship, but once again, Lucious has a secret that's about to change everything.

Mar 18, 2015

Episode 12 - Who I AmE1245m

Who I Am

Hakeem decides to flirt with the enemy, while trying to figure out what the best move is for his career. Meanwhile, Cookie is cooking up a plan of her own.

Mar 18, 2015

Actors

Terrence Howard

Terrence Howard

Lucious Lyon

Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson

Cookie Lyon

Bryshere Y. Gray

Bryshere Y. Gray

Hakeem Lyon

Trai Byers

Trai Byers

Andre Lyon

Gabourey Sidibe

Gabourey Sidibe

Becky

Ta'Rhonda Jones

Ta'Rhonda Jones

Porsha

Serayah

Serayah

Tiana Brown

Nicole Ari Parker

Nicole Ari Parker

Giselle Sims-Barker

Meta Golding

Meta Golding

Teri Lyon

A.Z. Kelsey

A.Z. Kelsey

Jeff Kingsley

Rhyon Nicole Brown

Rhyon Nicole Brown

Maya

Mario

Mario

Devon

Katlynn Simone

Katlynn Simone

Treasure

Wood Harris

Wood Harris

Damon Cross

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