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The Best Episodes of Grantchester Season 1

Every episode of Grantchester Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Grantchester Season 1!

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In 1953 at the hamlet of Grantchester, Sidney Chambers—a charismatic, charming clergyman—turns investigative vicar when one of his parishioners dies in suspicious circumstances.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Grantchester Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.7/10(850 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    In the village of Grantchester, the funeral of a parishioner leads vicar Sidney Chambers to become involved in a murder investigation - and a confrontation with the local police.

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  2. Grantchester Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.9/10(700 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    When Amanda's engagement ring is stolen on the night a murder is committed, Sidney and Geordie investigate whether there is a connection between the two crimes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Grantchester Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.8/10(646 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Sidney gives up alcohol and tries to renew his focus on clerical duties, but is dragged into another case when there are mysterious deaths in the village.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Grantchester Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.8/10(626 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    A fire in the village leads Sidney to another investigation. Meanwhile, a family crisis causes Geordie to become distracted and detached from his job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Grantchester Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(611 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Sidney and Geordie go for a night out at Johnny Johnson's London jazz club, but soon discover that policemen and clergymen can never truly be off duty.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Grantchester Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(612 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    With Amanda and Guy's wedding fast approaching, Sidney is thrown into crisis - is he truly cut out for life as the vicar of Grantchester?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Grantchester" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 850 votes. Directed by Harry Bradbeer and written by Daisy Coulam, it aired on 10/6/2014. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".