Episode 4
Step in the Arena
As he rescues a victim of Cottonmouth's vengeance, Luke remembers his earlier life and the conspiracy that led to his superhuman strength.
Season 1
As the bulletproof defender of Harlem, Luke Cage battles corrupt politicians, ruthless gangsters and demons from his own past.
All Episodes
Episode 1
Moment of Truth
September 30, 2016
With tension building in the streets of Harlem thanks to ruthless club owner Cottonmouth, Luke finds it increasingly difficult to live a quiet life.
Episode 2
Code of the Streets
September 30, 2016
Luke is pulled deeper into the fight for his neighborhood when, as a favor to an old friend, he tries to help a kid who's in trouble with Cottonmouth.
Episode 3
Who's Gonna Take the Weight?
September 30, 2016
In the aftermath of a chaotic event at a favorite Harlem hangout, Luke heeds the call to action -- and hits Cottonmouth where he'll feel it most.
Episode 4
Step in the Arena
September 30, 2016
As he rescues a victim of Cottonmouth's vengeance, Luke remembers his earlier life and the conspiracy that led to his superhuman strength.
Episode 5
Just to Get a Rep
September 30, 2016
Cottonmouth strikes back at Luke by taking his vengeance out on the people of Harlem, while detectives Knight and Scarfe face an unexpected threat.
Episode 6
Suckas Need Bodyguards
September 30, 2016
After Cottonmouth and Scarfe's bloody clash, Luke realizes that saving the community may turn former allies into enemies, and enemies into allies.
Episode 7
Manifest
September 30, 2016
Mariah's political career comes under fire, and Cottonmouth picks up information that could put Luke on the run.
Episode 8
Blowin' Up the Spot
September 30, 2016
Mariah campaigns to turn the city and the police against Luke, and not even Misty or Claire may be able to save him.
Episode 9
DWYCK
September 30, 2016
With Luke wounded and on the run, Misty faces a soul-searching interrogation. Mariah's rise to power takes a dark turn.
Episode 10
Take It Personal
September 30, 2016
Luke gets closer to the truth about Reva and her part in his fate, while Mariah wrestles with the morality of her new role. Misty hunts for Luke.
Episode 11
Now You're Mine
September 30, 2016
In one bold move, a friend from his past puts Luke on the defensive, Misty in dire straits, and Harlem's safety in jeopardy.
Episode 12
Soliloquy of Chaos
September 30, 2016
Misty digs deeper for the truth as the neighborhood's power players throw the city into confusion.
Episode 13
You Know My Steez
September 30, 2016
With all of Harlem bearing witness, Luke takes on the fight of his life in hopes of emerging as the defender his city needs.