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The Best Episodes of Lethal Weapon

A slightly unhinged former Navy SEAL lands a job as a police officer in Los Angeles where he's partnered with a veteran detective trying to...

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  1. Background image for Lawmen
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Lawmen

    S1:E11

    Murtaugh and Riggs suspect misuse of power in the LA Sheriff's department when they investigate the killing of a Texas Ranger.

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  2. Background image for Dancing in September
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Dancing in September

    S2:E2

    A doctor is found dead in the pool of a wellness clinic. Riggs suspects a drug angle and asks Agent Palmer for help.

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    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Alex Taub
  3. Background image for The Murtaugh File
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #3 - The Murtaugh File

    S1:E14

    A brutal car crash reveals that Cahill is the target of a murderous stalker, causing Riggs and Murtaugh to turn the tables and start asking her questions for a change. After finding Murtaugh's file in Cahill's office, Riggs becomes obsessed with finding out about his. Roger and Trish reel over their daughter's newfound fake ID.

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  4. Background image for A Problem Like Maria
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #4 - A Problem Like Maria

    S1:E17

    Riggs and Murtaugh team up again with Palmer, and together they gain inside knowledge of dangerous new cartel operations. As Riggs’ attachment to Palmer deepens, so do his impulsive actions, further worrying Avery and Delgado. Trish explores the potential of an amazing new career opportunity.

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    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Alex Taub
  5. Background image for An Inconvenient Ruth
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #5 - An Inconvenient Ruth

    S2:E15

    Murtaugh and Riggs search for the culprit of a local jewelry heist. Murtaugh gets called 'grandpa' by another parent while at the playground with Harper, sending him into a tizzy. Riggs deals with withdrawal from drinking.

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    Director:Larry Teng
  6. Background image for Jingle Bell Glock
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #6 - Jingle Bell Glock

    S1:E9

    The whole precinct’s holiday celebrations are cut short when they’re called to examine a ruthless homicide.

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    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Joe Smith
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  8. Background image for Ties That Bind
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #7 - Ties That Bind

    S1:E6

    The investigation of a young model's murder leads Riggs and Murtaugh to one of L.A.'s wealthiest families and Riggs is jolted when an old friend of his wife's is also linked to the case. Murtaugh is shocked to discover that his daughter is sending racy photos to her new boyfriend.

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  9. Background image for Commencement
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #8 - Commencement

    S1:E18

    Riggs makes a shocking discovery about Miranda’s death that leads him back to the cartel in a frantic search for answers. His wild desperation leaves Murtaugh torn between his commitment to his partner and his commitment to his family.

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  10. Background image for Homebodies
    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #9 - Homebodies

    S1:E10

    After investigating the murder of a millennial 'designer drug' dealer, Riggs and Murtaugh find themselves in a violent turf war between a new generation of drug dealers and a Koreatown gang. Murtaugh finds some comfort in a temporary new partner. Trish attempts to set up Riggs with her co-worker.

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    Writer:Alex Taub
  11. Background image for As Good as It Getz
    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #10 - As Good as It Getz

    S1:E15

    Riggs and Murtaugh are forced to work with DEA agent Karen Palmer—again— to protect Leo Getz, an ambulance-chasing attorney who was linked to the Cartel. As the three delve further into the case, they begin to realize that Leo may not be the only one with a target on his back. Riggs begins to view Agent Palmer in a new light. Murtaugh is left worried after Trish makes a spontaneous decision.

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    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Rob Wright
  12. Background image for Wreck the Halls
    7.7/10(11 votes)

    #11 - Wreck the Halls

    S2:E10

    It's Christmas time and the Murtaugh family is headed to Hawaii. Murtaugh's vacation is put on hold when he and Riggs are called to a homicide and the victim is an old friend. Riggs gets a surprise phone call from a relative just in time for Christmas.

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    Director:Steve Boyum
  13. Background image for Fashion Police
    7.6/10(13 votes)

    #12 - Fashion Police

    S1:E7

    Riggs and Murtaugh look into the murder of one of L.A.'s fashion expeditors and discover an underground DEA operation. With Trish and the kids away, Murtaugh goes on a 'bender'. Riggs has all-too-real dreams of Miranda.

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  14. Background image for Brotherly Love
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #13 - Brotherly Love

    S1:E12

    When a car containing massive amounts of cocaine is stolen from an impound lot, Riggs and Murtaugh become embroiled in a notorious car theft ring. Murtaugh experiences some frightening chest pains. If Riggs' driving isn't enough of a trigger, the lead defense attorney on the case is none other than the terrifyingly brilliant Trish Murtaugh.

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  15. Background image for The Seal Is Broken
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #14 - The Seal Is Broken

    S1:E13

    Riggs and Murtaugh examine a series of violent crimes with one thing in common—the victims are all members of the same church. Riggs faces a moral dilemma when the one-year anniversary of Miranda's death sends him to a new low. Trish and Roger disagree with RJ about his future.

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  16. Background image for Born to Run
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #15 - Born to Run

    S2:E3

    Murtaugh and Riggs investigate the mysterious death of famous singer Shaye's bodyguard. Murtaugh turns to his daughter—a fan of the singer—to learn more about Shaye's background and uncover the possible suspects. Riggs learns the responsibilities that come with being in a relationship with help from Murtaugh.

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  17. Background image for Birdwatching
    7.6/10(9 votes)

    #16 - Birdwatching

    S2:E7

    Riggs and Murtaugh investigate the death of a surfer. Murtaugh grows suspicious of Trish's new friend, with whom she's been working on a charity event—and then learns it's NBA champion Scottie Pippen. Riggs has violent nightmares that bring up scars from his childhood.

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  18. Background image for The Roger and Me
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #17 - The Roger and Me

    S3:E12

    Murtaugh and Cole investigate the murder of an underground MMA fighter when Murtaugh realizes his fighting moves aren't as sharp as they once were. Meanwhile, Trish is unfulfilled by her practice and considers running for a public office. Also, Cole and Erica try to keep things casual and uncomplicated but their plan backfires when Maya reacts to her family changes in a negative way.

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  19. Background image for Best Buds
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    #18 - Best Buds

    S1:E3

    Riggs and Murtaugh's investigation of a drug cartel reunites Murtaugh with his former T.O. Riggs avoids the reality of Miranda's death by diverting himself with outside vices. Murtaugh and Trish struggle to find alone time.

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    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Gene Hong
  20. Background image for Spilt Milk
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #19 - Spilt Milk

    S1:E5

    Murtaugh delves deep into the psyche of a former navy seal who is wanted for criminal activity, and draws parallels between him and his partner, Riggs, who also served in the military. Riggs' connection to the suspect threatens to interfere with the case, but it also forces him to open up to Murtaugh.

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  21. Background image for Can I Get a Witness?
    7.4/10(8 votes)

    #20 - Can I Get a Witness?

    S1:E8

    When a million dollar casino heist takes a deadly turn, Riggs befriends the only credible witness, an eight-year-old boy, and takes him into his care. Murtaugh pulls some dangerous stunts in an attempt to prove to everyone that he can be a motorcycle guy. Riggs contemplates what to do with the money he received from selling his home in Texas.

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    Director:Jason Ensler
  22. Background image for Unnecessary Roughness
    7.4/10(8 votes)

    #21 - Unnecessary Roughness

    S1:E16

    A murder involving a high school football phenomenon draws Riggs and Murtaugh into the lucrative—and corrupt—world of college recruiting. Murtaugh considers a big change in his professional life. Riggs contemplates an even bigger shift in his personal life as he spends more time with Karen Palmer.

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  23. Background image for Fork-Getta-Bout It
    7.4/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Fork-Getta-Bout It

    S2:E8

    Riggs and Murtaugh are led into the underground mob world as they investigate a murder in a hospital. Murtaugh learns that Riana is secretly dating his neighbor and nemesis' son. Riggs spends more time with his childhood friend. Scorsese's real name is revealed.

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  24. Background image for Surf N Turf
    7.3/10(17 votes)

    #23 - Surf N Turf

    S1:E2

    A noise complaint at a boxer's home leads Riggs and Murtaugh to a case involving illegal gun runners and Riggs becomes personally invested in the outcome when one of their targets reminds him of his late wife. Trish worries about Murtaugh's health.

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    Director:McG
  25. Background image for There Goes the Neighborhood
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #24 - There Goes the Neighborhood

    S1:E4

    A string of burglaries hits close to home for Murtaugh when one occurs in his own neighborhood, and it gets just as personal for Riggs when another break-in ends in a casualty. Roger Junior connects with an old friend who might be twisted up in some criminal action of his own.

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    Director:Jason Ensler
    Writer:Adele Lim
  26. Background image for Gold Rush
    7.3/10(8 votes)

    #25 - Gold Rush

    S2:E6

    Riggs is reunited with childhood friends and comes to realize they might be mixed up in the robbery-homicide case he and Murtaugh are investigating. Murtaugh finds a joint stashed in his kitchen that he brings to Scorsese for testing in effort to bust one of his kids.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Lawmen" is the best rated episode of "Lethal Weapon". It scored 8.3/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Sylvain White and written by Andy Callahan, it aired on 1/10/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Dancing in September".