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

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Anatomy of a Scandal Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    6.9/10(741 votes)

    #1 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    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

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  2. Anatomy of a Scandal Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.1/10(884 votes)

    #2 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:David E. Kelley, Melissa James Gibson

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  3. Anatomy of a Scandal Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.2/10(775 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    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

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  4. Anatomy of a Scandal Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.3/10(731 votes)

    #4 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    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

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  5. Anatomy of a Scandal Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.3/10(716 votes)

    #5 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    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

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  6. Anatomy of a Scandal Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.5/10(704 votes)

    #6 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    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

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the worst rated episode of "Anatomy of a Scandal". It scored 6.9/10 based on 741 votes. Directed by S.J. Clarkson and written by Melissa James Gibson, it aired on 4/15/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 1".