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The Best Episodes of Anatomy of a Scandal

Every episode of Anatomy of a Scandal ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Anatomy of a Scandal!

Sophie's privileged life as the wife of powerful politician James unravels when scandalous secrets surface — and he stands accused of a shocking crime.
Genre:Drama
Network:Netflix

Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 5" is the best rated episode of "Anatomy of a Scandal". It scored 7.5/10 based on 669 votes. Directed by S.J. Clarkson and written by Melissa James Gibson, it aired on 4/15/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 3".

  • Episode 5
    7.5/10669 votes
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    #1 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/15/2022

    Ahead of a critical day in court, Kate confides in a friend as Sophie pieces together the night she attended a university party with James and Holly.

    Director: S.J. Clarkson

    Writer: Melissa James Gibson

  • Episode 3
    7.3/10694 votes
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    #2 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/15/2022

    Kate questions Olivia about what happened in the elevator as Sophie reels from new information about James and pressure mounts on the prime minister.

    Director: S.J. Clarkson

    Writer: Melissa James Gibson

  • Episode 4
    7.3/10679 votes
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    #3 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/15/2022

    Needing time to think, Sophie takes the kids to the countryside. Kate's off her game in court. Memories surface of James' long-ago encounter with Holly.

    Director: S.J. Clarkson

    Writer: Melissa James Gibson

  • Episode 2
    7.2/10735 votes
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    #4 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/15/2022

    Sophie feels the fallout from the accusations swirling around James, who rallies a longtime friend for support. Kate prepares for her first witness.

    Director: S.J. Clarkson

    Writer: Melissa James Gibson

  • Episode 1
    7.1/10841 votes
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    #5 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/15/2022

    James scrambles to mitigate the scandal's impact, while a devastated but determined Sophie remembers happier moments and Kate debates her next move.

    Director: S.J. Clarkson

    Writer: David E. Kelley, Melissa James Gibson

  • Episode 6
    6.8/10700 votes
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    #6 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/15/2022

    Sophie's suspicions crystallize after James discloses more details of that fateful night at Oxford. An apprehensive Kate awaits the verdict.

    Director: S.J. Clarkson

    Writer: Melissa James Gibson