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The Best Episodes of Ballard Season 1

Every episode of Ballard Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Ballard Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Ballard Season 1

Detective Renée Ballard plunges into a web of murder and corruption as she hunts a ruthless serial killer and uncovers a sinister police conspiracy that...

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  1. Background image for Library of Lost Souls
    7.2/10(293 votes)

    #1 - Library of Lost Souls

    S1:E1

    Ballard reopens a mysterious John Doe case while pursuing justice for a councilman's murdered sister. As she navigates reluctant witnesses, department politics, and her own demons, Ballard and her team uncover buried secrets that suggest corruption within the police force.

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    Director:Jet Wilkinson
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Haystacks
    7.4/10(212 votes)

    #2 - Haystacks

    S1:E2

    Ballard and Parker investigate housekeeper Yulia Kravetz's murder. Meanwhile, the hunt for the serial killer's latest victim reunites Ballard with retired Detective Harry Bosch.

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    Director:Jet Wilkinson
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for BYOB
    7.3/10(174 votes)

    #3 - BYOB

    S1:E3

    The 2006 death of fraternity member Nick Thatcher was initially ruled an accident. When a video goes viral accusing the fraternity of murder, Ballard and her team are forced to reopen the case.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Landmines
    7.5/10(141 votes)

    #4 - Landmines

    S1:E4

    Ballard uncovers an LAPD conspiracy with connections to a Mexican cartel. The Pearlman case heats up when clues lead to a dangerous showdown with a potential suspect.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for What's Done in the Dark
    7.5/10(127 votes)

    #5 - What's Done in the Dark

    S1:E5

    When the team uncovers disturbing new information in the Pearlman case, they focus in on a new suspect.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Beneath the Surface
    7.7/10(118 votes)

    #6 - Beneath the Surface

    S1:E6

    Ballard's serial killer investigation takes a high-stakes turn. With 72 hours to secure the case before it's transferred to Homicide, the team races to find connections between the victims.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Fork in the Road
    7.7/10(108 votes)

    #7 - Fork in the Road

    S1:E7

    Bosch delivers a shocking lead in the LAPD corruption case. Ballard and team dive into the mysterious murder of a teenager with ties to a local gang.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.7/10(98 votes)

    #8 - Last Call

    S1:E8

    The Ibarra case turns personal as Martina discovers someone close to her is part of the corrupt LAPD ring. The team races to identify the remaining corrupt officers before time runs out.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for Collateral
    7.7/10(93 votes)

    #9 - Collateral

    S1:E9

    A fresh lead turns into a shocking revelation as the team learns their serial killer has been in their grasp the whole time.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for End of the Line
    7.6/10(102 votes)

    #10 - End of the Line

    S1:E10

    A city-wide manhunt begins for Rawls's shooter. Ballard receives an unexpected update on the LAPD conspiracy case.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Library of Lost Souls" is the best rated episode of "Ballard" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 293 votes. Directed by Jet Wilkinson and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/9/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Haystacks".