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The Best Episodes of Birdsong

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

As an English soldier fights in the horrific trenches of northern France, he is haunted by the memories of his forbidden love affair with a French woman.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Birdsong Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    0.0/10(152 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

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    As Stephen Wraysford fights in the terrifying death-filled trenches of northern France, he is haunted by memories of Isabelle Azaire, the woman with whom he had an illicit and all-consuming affair during a summer in France before the war.

    Director:Philip Martin
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Birdsong Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    0.0/10(149 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    As Stephen Wraysford recovers from his injuries and prepares for a major offensive, he is still haunted by the legacy of his affair with Isabelle Azaire. Amidst the horror of the trenches, Stephen unexpectedly finds comfort in his friendship with Jack Firebrace, who shows him that there is a future worth fighting for.

    Director:Philip Martin
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Birdsong". It scored /10 based on 152 votes. Directed by Philip Martin and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/22/2012. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".