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The Best Episodes of Lethal Weapon Season 1

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

The Best Episodes of Lethal Weapon Season 1

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 Commencement
    9.0/10(1.2k votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Background image for Jingle Bell Glock
    8.4/10(999 votes)

    #2 - 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
  3. Background image for As Good as It Getz
    8.4/10(900 votes)

    #3 - 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
  4. Background image for A Problem Like Maria
    8.4/10(863 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 Can I Get a Witness?
    8.3/10(999 votes)

    #5 - 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
  6. Background image for The Murtaugh File
    8.2/10(896 votes)

    #6 - 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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  8. Background image for Spilt Milk
    8.1/10(1.1k votes)

    #7 - 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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  9. Background image for Lawmen
    8.1/10(890 votes)

    #8 - 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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  10. Background image for Pilot
    8.0/10(1.8k votes)

    #9 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    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 keep maintain a low stress level in his life.

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    Director:McG
  11. Background image for Surf N Turf
    8.0/10(1.4k votes)

    #10 - 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
  12. Background image for Fashion Police
    8.0/10(1.0k votes)

    #11 - 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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  13. Background image for Brotherly Love
    8.0/10(867 votes)

    #12 - 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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  14. Background image for The Seal Is Broken
    8.0/10(852 votes)

    #13 - 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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  15. Background image for There Goes the Neighborhood
    7.9/10(1.1k votes)

    #14 - 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
  16. Background image for Homebodies
    7.9/10(945 votes)

    #15 - 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
  17. Background image for Best Buds
    7.8/10(1.2k votes)

    #16 - 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
  18. Background image for Ties That Bind
    7.8/10(1.0k votes)

    #17 - 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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  19. Background image for Unnecessary Roughness
    7.7/10(790 votes)

    #18 - 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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Commencement" is the best rated episode of "Lethal Weapon" season 1. It scored 9/10 based on 1206 votes. Directed by Steve Boyum and written by Matthew Miller, Kyle Warren, it aired on 3/15/2017. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Jingle Bell Glock".