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The Worst Episodes of Hostage

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

Worst episode
S1E5 Episode 5
6.6587 votes
Best episode
S1E4 Episode 4
7.3563 votes
Top season
Season 1
7.0avg
Binge time
3h 38m
5 episodes
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Hostage Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    6.6/10(587 votes)

    S1:E5

    A state of emergency is declared across the country. With the military in control, Dalton must find who's behind it all before it's too late.

    Director:Amy Neil
    Writer:Matt Charman

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  2. Hostage Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.9/10(769 votes)

    S1:E1

    With the country in crisis and her husband held hostage, the newly-elected British prime minister turns to the visiting French president for help.

    Director:Isabelle Sieb
    Writer:Matt Charman

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  3. Hostage Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.1/10(618 votes)

    S1:E2

    Dalton looks for ways to rescue her husband without informing the cabinet. But without Toussaint's help, there's no chance of saving him.

    Director:Isabelle Sieb
    Writer:Matt Charman

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  4. Hostage Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.2/10(581 votes)

    S1:E3

    As the UK terror threat level rises to critical, the kidnappers go quiet. The two heads of state discuss a deal that could save them both.

    Director:Isabelle Sieb
    Writer:Matt Charman

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  5. Hostage Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.3/10(563 votes)

    S1:E4

    A grieving Dalton faces her mutinous cabinet and Toussaint confronts her furious husband. Despite everything, the leaders finally reach an agreement.

    Director:Amy Neil
    Writer:Matt Charman

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 5" is the worst rated episode of Hostage. It scored 6.6/10 from 587 votes. Directed by Amy Neil and written by Matt Charman, it aired on August 21, 2025. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 1".

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