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The Worst Episodes of Dickensian

Every episode of Dickensian ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Dickensian!

Dickensian intertwines the realm of fictional characters in Charles Dickens’ novels—including Scrooge, Fagin and Miss Havisham—in half-hour episodes, as their lives intertwine in 19th century London. The Old Curiosity Shop sits next door to The Three Cripples Pub, while Fagin’s Den is hidden down a murky alley off a bustling Victorian street.

Genre:Drama
Network:BBC One

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "Dickensian" is "Episode 1", rated 7.2/10 from 225 user votes. It was directed by Harry Bradbeer and written by Tony Jordan. "Episode 1" aired on 12/26/2015 and is rated 0.0 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 10".

  • Episode 1
    7.2/10 225 votes

    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 12/26/2015

    It’s Christmas Eve and Jacob Marley is ruthlessly pursuing his debtors, including Little Nell’s dying grandad at the Old Curiosity Shop. Meanwhile a young Miss Havisham has come into a fortune.

    Director: Harry Bradbeer

    Writer: Tony Jordan

  • Episode 10
    7.2/10 129 votes

    #2 - Episode 10

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 1/21/2016

    Compeyson is officially courting Miss Havisham and, in order to seem a more credible suitor, he demands money from Arthur, who is forced to sell personal family items to obtain the money. Elsewhere, Honoria is determined to solve her father's debt problems and avoid an arranged marriage with Sir Leicester, while the Bumbles entertain Mr Gradgrind, and the Cratchits worry about Tiny Tim.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 12
    7.2/10 121 votes

    #3 - Episode 12

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 1/27/2016

    It is the day of the important shareholders' meeting and Amelia asks Compeyson to attend and makes sure that Arthur behaves himself.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.3/10 179 votes

    #4 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 12/26/2015

    The news of Jacob Marley's murder filters through the Christmas day celebrations, and Inspector Bucket begins his investigation. At Satis House, Amelia Havisham's mysterious rescuer appears again.

    Director: Harry Bradbeer

    Writer: Tony Jordan

  • Episode 8
    7.3/10 132 votes

    #5 - Episode 8

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 1/13/2016

    Will Arthur find the courage to confide in Matthew Pocket before Compeyson continues his plans to be rid of him? Edward Barbary comes into the sights of Inspector Bucket.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.4/10 162 votes

    #6 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 12/27/2015

    Bucket goes to see his old enemy Fagin, convinced he is involved in Marley's murder. Following a lead, he goes after Fagin's henchman Bill Sikes - could his wooden cosh hold a valuable clue? Frances sees a way of scuppering her sister's plans.

    Director: Harry Bradbeer

    Writer: Tony Jordan

  • Episode 5
    7.4/10 144 votes

    #7 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 1/1/2016

    Compeyson goes to desperate lengths to make Miss Havisham notice him, and Martha Cratchit's wedding plans are thrown into turmoil by an unexpected knock at the door.

    Director: Harry Bradbeer

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    7.4/10 136 votes

    #8 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 1/6/2016

    Bob Cratchit fights to clear his name and get home in time for his daughter's wedding, but the evidence is stacked against him. Compeyson's behaviour leaves Amelia confused but intrigued.

    Director: Philippa Langdale

    Writer: Simon Winstone

  • Episode 15
    7.4/10 119 votes

    #9 - Episode 15

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 2/5/2016

    Captain Hawdon goes to see Honoria for a good luck kiss before his interview to try and gain promotion. Honoria is shocked after she finds out that Frances ruined his first chance of promotion.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 17
    7.4/10 117 votes

    #10 - Episode 17

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 2/12/2016

    Inspector Bucket has been officially taken off the case investigating Jacob Marley but before he returns to his old station he is determined to have one last shot at solving the crime.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.5/10 154 votes

    #11 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 12/27/2015

    At the Havisham New Year's party, Amelia is delighted to see her brother Arthur but perturbed by the arrival of an uninvited guest. Frances Barbary rekindles an old friendship and allows herself to hope it might be more.

    Director: Harry Bradbeer

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 7
    7.5/10 141 votes

    #12 - Episode 7

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 1/7/2016

    A potential rival at Satis House gives Compeyson cause for concern. When a drunken prank goes dangerously wrong, Arthur realises the lengths to which Compeyson will go to achieve his aims.

    Director: Philippa Langdale

    Writer: Julie Rutterford

  • Episode 9
    7.5/10 130 votes

    #13 - Episode 9

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 1/14/2016

    Edward Barbary is left facing financial ruin and the situation only gets worse Scrooge comes calling, demanding his loan be repaid. Amelia is devastated by the loss of Jip, but receives an unexpected visit from Compeyson, who gives her a present and makes a surprising declaration.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 11
    7.5/10 114 votes

    #14 - Episode 11

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 1/22/2016

    Honoria faces up to the reality of her father's desperate situation and what it means for her relationship with Captain Hawdon. Bucket's patience is rewarded when new evidence leads to a surprise discovery.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 13
    7.5/10 114 votes

    #15 - Episode 13

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 1/28/2016

    Amelia goes to see Honoria at work to give her some surprising news. Amelia shares her news with Arthur and Jaggers and they both warn her off rushing into things with Compeyson.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 19
    7.6/10 114 votes

    #16 - Episode 19

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 2/19/2016

    The Havisham Wedding is a day away and Satis House is being prepared. Arthur distracts Compeyson at the pub whilst Matthew shows up at Satis House with members of the board of the brewery to try and put a stop to the wedding.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 14
    7.7/10 114 votes

    #17 - Episode 14

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 2/4/2016

    Inspector Bucket attempts to get to Dodger before any of Fagin’s men can. Compeyson offers Arthur a deal he can't refuse.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 16
    7.8/10 130 votes

    #18 - Episode 16

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 2/11/2016

    Honoria Barbary has gone into labour with her waters breaking just as she is planning to leave the family home. Edward Barbary isn’t at home and even the maid has the day so she is only left with her older sister Frances to help her.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 18
    7.9/10 122 votes

    #19 - Episode 18

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 2/18/2016

    Having identified Jacob Marley’s killer, Inspector Bucket to deal with a moral dilemma which challenges him to the core. Arthur Havisham is scared that he has lost any chance of reconciling with his sister.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 20
    7.9/10 135 votes

    #20 - Episode 20

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 2/21/2016

    Arthur is determined to finally become the man his father intended him to be, so he goes to see Fagin and acquires the services of Bill Sikes - but is it too late to put a stop to the wedding? Meanwhile, Compeyson hopes his heartfelt confession to Amelia will be enough to convince her of his feelings.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A