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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!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Ballard Season 1 Episode 9 - Collateral
    8.2/10(1045 votes)

    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.

    Director:Logan Kibens
    Writer:Ralph Gifford

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  2. Ballard Season 1 Episode 10 - End of the Line
    8.2/10(1405 votes)

    S1:E10

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

    Director:Sarah Boyd
    Writers:Michael Alaimo, Kendall Sherwood

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  3. Ballard Season 1 Episode 6 - Beneath the Surface
    8.1/10(1061 votes)

    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.

    Director:Nefertite Nguvu
    Writer:Liz Hsiao Lan Alper

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  4. Ballard Season 1 Episode 8 - Last Call
    8.0/10(1011 votes)

    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.

    Director:Sarah Boyd
    Writers:Thania St. John, Galeesa Murph

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  5. Ballard Season 1 Episode 7 - Fork in the Road
    7.9/10(1039 votes)

    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.

    Director:Jon Huertas
    Writer:John Coveny

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  6. Ballard Season 1 Episode 5 - What's Done in the Dark
    7.7/10(1059 votes)

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Tori Garrett
    Writer:Brandi Nicole

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  7. Ballard Season 1 Episode 4 - Landmines
    7.6/10(1085 votes)

    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.

    Director:Patrick Cady
    Writer:Julissa Castillo

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  8. Ballard Season 1 Episode 2 - Haystacks
    7.5/10(1223 votes)

    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.

    Director:Jet Wilkinson
    Writer:Kendall Sherwood

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  9. Ballard Season 1 Episode 3 - BYOB
    7.5/10(1153 votes)

    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.

    Director:Patrick Cady
    Writer:Thania St. John

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  10. Ballard Season 1 Episode 1 - Library of Lost Souls
    7.2/10(1432 votes)

    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.

    Director:Jet Wilkinson
    Writers:Michael Alaimo, Kendall Sherwood

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Collateral" is the best rated episode of Ballard season 1. It scored 8.2/10 from 1,045 votes. Directed by Logan Kibens and written by Ralph Gifford, it aired on July 9, 2025.