This week’s Power Book III: Raising Kanan delivers a high-stakes episode that marks a major turning point for Jukebox’s character arc.
She has endured a relentless series of traumatic events—her mother’s attempt at conversion therapy, the tragic death of her first girlfriend, and now, a violent attack by her crush’s obsessive husband that forces her to kill for the first time. Juke just can’t catch a break, and this latest moment of survival could be the final piece that hardens her into the ruthless figure we know she will become.
Her decision to save Marvin’s life comes with serious consequences, though. That blood on the knife might just land him in prison—a bitter irony, given the long list of crimes he’s actually committed. But would Marvin taking the fall for Juke be the ultimate act of redemption? It’s a compelling possibility, especially with the way the show has slowly been setting up his downfall. From vouching for Early to the mob to getting deeper into messes he can’t control, Marvin is running out of moves.
Meanwhile, Raq’s power plays continue, but her ability to stay on top while being attacked from all sides is unsustainable. Her ambition is her greatest strength—but also the thing that might lead to her collapse. Unique’s storyline, however, is taking an unexpected and disappointing turn. After all the tension built around his power moves, turning him into a rat undermines his arc. His past negotiations with Boselli seem meaningless now, especially considering what happened to Worrell.
On the other hand, Lou remains focused on the grind, refusing to be distracted—even by Imani. Kanan, meanwhile, continues to struggle with carving out his own identity as he is now not living with Raq anymore., something that has been an interesting evolution to watch unfold.
And let’s not forget Famous—because seriously, where is he? They keep mentioning him, but he’s nowhere to be found.
Overall, this is the best episode of the season so far. The stakes are high, and it feels like we’re barreling toward a major shift. If Marvin ends up taking the rap for Juke, it could be a poetic (and tragic) full-circle moment for his character. One thing’s for sure, nothing will be the same after this.
