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Kings Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2009 - 0
Episode 1
Goliath
Sun, Mar 15, 2009 120 mins
King Silas Benjamin (Ian McShane) confronts escalating tensions with a neighboring country in the premiere episode of this drama set in a modern-day monarchy. Meanwhile, a young soldier (Christopher Egan) inspires the nation after a bold rescue mission in which he unknowingly retrieved the king's son (Sebastian Stan) from an enemy camp.
Episode 2
Prosperity
Sun, Mar 22, 2009 60 mins
Silas and Abner plot against David, whose absence from a treaty signing with Gath prompts concerns from Gath's leader. Meanwhile, William uses his power over the treasury to undermine Silas, and Jack goes on a shopping spree to spite his parents.
Episode 3
First Night
Sun, Mar 29, 2009 60 mins
Silas ducks out of an event to be with his ailing illegitimate son. Elsewhere, Jack takes David out for a night on the town in hopes of tarnishing his image, and Reverend Samuels continues to clash with Silas.
Episode 4
Insurrection
Sun, Apr 5, 2009 60 mins
David's loyalties are tested after Silas leverages Port Prosperity during negotiations with Gath. Elsewhere, Michelle takes action when Gilboa's citizens rebel against Silas' decision, and William tries to persuade Jack to disobey his father.
Episode 5
Judgment Day
Sat, Apr 18, 2009 60 mins
Silas presides over 10 cases during an annual tradition called Judgment Day. The event drives a wedge between David and Michelle, who compete against each other for the 10th case spot. Elsewhere, the king's nephew (Macaulay Culkin) returns from exile, and Jack and Katrina grow closer during their quest for power.
Episode 6
Brotherhood
Sat, Jun 13, 2009 60 mins
Jack and David go to Gath to shore up the peace treaty, which is threatened by Gath's dangerous request. Elsewhere, Michelle encounters problems stemming from her health-care bill, and Silas takes steps to prevent a plague from ravaging the city.
Episode 7
The Sabbath Queen
Sat, Jun 20, 2009 60 mins
Michelle and David take advantage of a massive blackout that could endanger the royal family. Meanwhile, Jack uses the outage to camouflage his double life, and Silas must deal with a decision from his past that threatens his future.
Episode 8
Pilgrimage
Sat, Jun 27, 2009 60 mins
Silas and David go to the country, where Silas reveals parts of his life outside the palace. Elsewhere, Rose tries to keep secrets about Michelle and Jack under wraps.
Episode 9
Chapter One
Sat, Jul 4, 2009 60 mins
David goes on a mission to recover the Charter of Gilboa and learns new information about his dad's death. Elsewhere, Rose and Silas react differently to the news of Jack's engagement to Katrina.
Episode 10
Javelin
Sat, Jul 11, 2009 60 mins
David faces treason charges as Silas hands control of the trial over to Jack. Elsewhere, Michelle contends with medical problems that bring her closer to her mother.
Episode 11
The New King
Sat, Jul 18, 2009 60 mins
Part 1 of 2. Silas proceeds with his plot to relinquish Port Prosperity to Gath after accusing Jack and David of treason. Meanwhile, Michelle looks for ways to save David.
Episode 12
The New King
Sat, Jul 25, 2009 60 mins
Conclusion. Jack prepares to take the throne in the Season 1 finale. Silas, however, turns up alive and David sets out to warn him about the plot against him.
