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The Worst Episodes of Home Before Dark

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Young investigative journalist Hilde Lisko moves with her family to the small town her father left behind, only to unearth shocking secrets in her pursuit of the truth.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 2 - I Believe You
    7.1/10(277 votes)

    S2:E2

    A blackout complicates Hilde's investigation. Matt and Bridget discover that Wott Management is not what it seems.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 3 - Fighting His Ghost
    7.2/10(263 votes)

    S2:E3

    Hilde follows a lead in hopes of saving her grandfather. Matt and Bridget struggle with parenting a newly rebellious Izzy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 7 - Search Party
    7.3/10(381 votes)

    S1:E7

    When Hilde goes missing, Matt is forced to confront his worst nightmare.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Thembi Banks

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  4. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 1 - Not Giving Up
    7.3/10(319 votes)

    S2:E1

    Hilde struggles to let the mystery of Richie Fife go, even as a mysterious explosion leads her to new secrets buried in Erie Harbor's past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 4 - Dark Rooms
    7.3/10(244 votes)

    S2:E4

    Following the money, Hilde is drawn to the most powerful company in Erie Harbor. Someone unexpected comes back into Izzy's life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 8 - The Future is Female
    7.4/10(369 votes)

    S1:E8

    Hilde creates a movement to root out corruption in Erie Harbor. Matt and Bridget try to mend their relationship.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Hillary Cunin

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  7. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 6 - What's Out There
    7.4/10(249 votes)

    S2:E6

    When they venture to a remote island, Hilde and Matt make a troubling discovery in the surrounding lake.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 1 - Magic Hour
    7.5/10(653 votes)

    S1:E1

    Young reporter Hilde Lisko and her family are settling into their new life in a small town—until a shocking event changes everything.

    Director:Jon M. Chu
    Writers:Dara Resnik, Dana Fox

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  9. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 2 - Never Be the Same
    7.5/10(517 votes)

    S1:E2

    Hilde learns more about Erie Harbor's secrets. Her father, Matt, is forced to face his past and reconnect with his own father.

    Director:Jon M. Chu
    Writer:Garrett Lerner

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  10. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 6 - 88 Miles an Hour
    7.5/10(382 votes)

    S1:E6

    As the '80s dance looms, Hilde and Matt find a promising new lead in the investigation. Frank breaks rank to get to the root of the case.

    Director:Kat Candler
    Writer:Lucas O'Connor

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  11. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 7 - Just a Bird
    7.5/10(242 votes)

    S2:E7

    Hilde and her friends face the consequences of their actions. The Liskos try to help Sylvester jog his memory.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 8 - The Bad Guy
    7.5/10(230 votes)

    S2:E8

    As Hilde tries to make amends with Donny and Spoon, Grant closes in. Spirit Week brings up old fears for Izzy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 5 - The Green Bike
    7.6/10(404 votes)

    S1:E5

    Convinced that the wrong person was convicted in the Richie Fife case 30 years ago, Hilde sets out to prove it.

    Director:Kat Candler
    Writer:Joe Hortua

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  14. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 9 - Superhero Monster Slayer
    7.6/10(362 votes)

    S1:E9

    A break in the Richie Fife case results in a surprise arrest. Matt and Hilde take a road trip to learn more about the suspect.

    Director:Kate Woods
    Writers:Dara Resnik, Dana Fox

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  15. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 5 - The Black Box
    7.6/10(246 votes)

    S2:E5

    The contents of the black box shock Hilde. Matt realizes how much he never knew about his father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 4 - The Bird, Man
    7.7/10(425 votes)

    S1:E4

    Hilde, Donny, and Spoon track down Birdman, a mysterious outcast who may have crucial information about the Richie Fife case.

    Director:Rosemary Rodriguez
    Writer:Carla Ching

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  17. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 3 - Sting Like a Bee
    7.8/10(486 votes)

    S1:E3

    Chasing down a dangerous lead brings Hilde face-to-face with a potential suspect. Matt's run-in with an old friend spirals out of control.

    Director:Rosemary Rodriguez
    Writer:Ann Cherkis

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  18. Home Before Dark Season 1 Episode 10 - Bigger Than All of Us
    7.8/10(405 votes)

    S1:E10

    Significant new evidence is dredged up from a nearby lake. Hilde discovers that it's the beginning of a much larger mystery.

    Director:Kat Candler
    Writers:Dara Resnik, Dana Fox

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  19. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 10 - The Smoking Gun
    8.1/10(297 votes)

    S2:E10

    Matt and Hilde finally get answers. The Liskos struggle to convince the town to join their fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Home Before Dark Season 2 Episode 9 - The Biggest Life
    8.2/10(274 votes)

    S2:E9

    Tragedy strikes the Lisko family. Hilde loses her paper. Izzy takes a stand.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"I Believe You" is the worst rated episode of "Home Before Dark". It scored 7.1/10 based on 277 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/18/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Fighting His Ghost".