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Season 1

12 episodes · 7th January 2015

Lucious Lyon's reign as the head of Empire Entertainment 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.

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01 Pilot still Pilot Episode 17th January 2015 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. 02 The Outspoken King still The Outspoken King Episode 214th January 2015 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. 03 The Devil Quotes Scripture still The Devil Quotes Scripture Episode 321st January 2015 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. 04 False Imposition still False Imposition Episode 428th January 2015 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. 05 Dangerous Bonds still Dangerous Bonds Episode 54th February 2015 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. 06 Out, Damned Spot still Out, Damned Spot Episode 611th February 2015 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. 07 Our Dancing Days still Our Dancing Days Episode 718th February 2015 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. 08 The Lyon's Roar still The Lyon's Roar Episode 825th February 2015 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. 09 Unto the Breach still Unto the Breach Episode 94th March 2015 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. 10 Sins of the Father still Sins of the Father Episode 1011th March 2015 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. 11 Die But Once still Die But Once Episode 1118th March 2015 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. 12 Who I Am still Who I Am Episode 1218th March 2015 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.
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01 Terrence Howard profile Terrence Howardas Lucious Lyon 02 Taraji P. Henson profile Taraji P. Hensonas Cookie Lyon 03 Bryshere Y. Gray profile Bryshere Y. Grayas Hakeem Lyon 04 Trai Byers profile Trai Byersas Andre Lyon 05 Gabourey Sidibe profile Gabourey Sidibeas Becky 06 Ta'Rhonda Jones profile Ta'Rhonda Jonesas Porsha 07 Serayah profile Serayahas Tiana Brown 08 Nicole Ari Parker profile Nicole Ari Parkeras Giselle Sims-Barker 09 Meta Golding profile Meta Goldingas Teri Lyon 10 A.Z. Kelsey profile A.Z. Kelseyas Jeff Kingsley 11 Rhyon Nicole Brown profile Rhyon Nicole Brownas Maya 12 Mario profile Marioas Devon 13 Danny Strong profile Danny StrongCreator 14 Lee Daniels profile Lee DanielsCreator
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