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The Best Episodes of Banished

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

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Banished is a British period drama television serial created by Jimmy McGovern. The seven-part serial first aired on BBC Two from 5 March to 16 April 2015. It received mixed reviews, with most of the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Banished Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.3/10(127 votes)

    #1 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Freeman must tackle bully Marston, who is persisting in stealing his food. Drastic action is required.

    Director:Daniel Percival
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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  2. Banished Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(176 votes)

    #2 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    It is 1788 in New South Wales, and dawn is breaking over the ramshackle camp where British convicts and their masters are waking up to another dangerous day.

    Director:Daniel Percival
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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  3. Banished Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.3/10(123 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    The marriage of Elizabeth and Tommy is blessed by Reverend Johnson.

    Director:Daniel Percival
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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  4. Banished Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    0.0/10(113 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Mary Johnson shares her past sorrow with the insightful convict Anne Meredith.

    Director:Jeffrey Walker
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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  5. Banished Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    0.0/10(98 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    To everyone's amazement Freeman is alive, and Major Ross is deeply affected by a personal loss.

    Director:Jeffrey Walker
    Writers:Jimmy McGovern, Shaun Duggan

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  6. Banished Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    0.0/10(101 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Rebellion is in the air, and Tommy's headstrong behaviour risks Elizabeth's future plans.

    Director:Jeffrey Walker
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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  7. Banished Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    0.0/10(124 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    James Freeman faces the most difficult decision of his life.

    Director:Jeffrey Walker
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 2" is the best rated episode of "Banished". It scored 8.3/10 based on 127 votes. Directed by Daniel Percival and written by Jimmy McGovern, it aired on 3/12/2015. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 1".