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The Best Episodes of Black Earth Rising

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

Binge this in 7h 55m•Peaking at 3.3/10

As a child, Kate Ashby was rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and brought to the UK. But the tragic shadow of her past proves impossible to escape.

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    Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 2 - Looking at the Past
    3.3/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Looking at the Past

    S1:E2

    A shocking incident at the International Criminal Court changes everything. Michael launches a new investigation and turns to Kate for help.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  2. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 3 - A Ghost in Name
    3.3/10(6 votes)

    #2 - A Ghost in Name

    S1:E3

    Kate works alongside Michael to defend Alice Munezero from the charges laid against her - facing down threats to her own safety to reach the truth.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  3. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 1 - In Other News
    3.2/10(6 votes)

    #3 - In Other News

    S1:E1

    As a child, Kate was rescued from the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide. Now she is shocked when her adoptive mother prosecutes a controversial militia leader.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  4. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 6 - The Game's True Nature
    3.2/10(6 votes)

    #4 - The Game's True Nature

    S1:E6

    Kate faces down danger in her search for a case file her mother had prepared against Ganimana years before.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  5. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 7 - Double Bogey on the Ninth
    3.2/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Double Bogey on the Ninth

    S1:E7

    As Michael works to expose a long-buried crime, Kate learns the shocking truth about her own history.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  6. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 8 - The Forgiving Earth
    3.2/10(6 votes)

    #6 - The Forgiving Earth

    S1:E8

    While Michael works to expose an intricate conspiracy in London, Kate travels alone to Africa seeking the truth about her personal history.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  7. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 4 - A Bowl of Cornflakes
    3.0/10(6 votes)

    #7 - A Bowl of Cornflakes

    S1:E4

    Kate and Michael are stunned to learn a notorious genocidaire is now in the UK. Attempts to bring him to justice drive a wedge between the two.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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  8. Black Earth Rising Season 1 Episode 5 - The Eyes of the Devil
    3.0/10(6 votes)

    #8 - The Eyes of the Devil

    S1:E5

    Alienated from Michael, Kate considers helping the Rwandans bring Ganimana to justice.

    Director:Hugo Blick
    Writer:Hugo Blick

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Best Episodes Summary

"Looking at the Past" is the best rated episode of "Black Earth Rising". It scored 3.3/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Hugo Blick and written by Hugo Blick, it aired on 9/17/2018. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Ghost in Name".