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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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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 1 - In the Same Boat
    6.2/10(1964 votes)

    #1 - In the Same Boat

    S3:E1

    Former international CIA operative, Wesley Cole returns home and assumes duty as a police officer with the LAPD. Cole will find himself navigating a new partnership with Murtaugh, as he adjusts to life in Los Angeles. Avery continues his campaign for city council.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writers:Matthew Miller, Joe Smith

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  2. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 2 - Need to Know
    6.6/10(1154 votes)

    #2 - Need to Know

    S3:E2

    New partners Murtaugh and Cole attempt to find a steady rhythm as they work to solve the murder of a finance executive. Cole navigates his role with his ex- and his daughter. Avery grapples with the outcome of his campaign for city council.

    Director:Claudia Yarmy
    Writer:Alex Taub

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  3. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 4 - Leo Getz Justice
    6.6/10(808 votes)

    #3 - Leo Getz Justice

    S3:E4

    Cole reflects upon his time working for the CIA, as a person from the past makes a startling reappearance. Murtaugh struggles with his own mistakes, after a murder raises questions about a suspect he put away years prior. Leo Getz returns as the attorney on the case and tries to convince Trish to join his team.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 13 - Coyote Ugly
    6.6/10(531 votes)

    #4 - Coyote Ugly

    S3:E13

    When Cole and Murtaugh investigate a case involving a father and daughter crossing the Mexican border, they end up uncovering a major issue with California Boarder Patrol. Meanwhile, Trish prepares her campaign for D.A. and must face parts of her past, before they find their way into the media spotlight. Cole also confronts his past when he experiences flashbacks as a result of an injury.

    Director:Matt Barber
    Writer:Seamus Kevin Fahey

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  5. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 3 - A Whole Lotto Trouble
    6.7/10(922 votes)

    #5 - A Whole Lotto Trouble

    S3:E3

    Cole juggles the realities of his job and his duty to be a good parent, as he and Murtaugh work together to bust a gang running a lottery scam. Murtaugh gets ready to celebrate his 30th anniversary with the LAPD and receives a surprise visit from his competitive father-in-law.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Kyle Warren

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  6. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 9 - Bad Santas
    6.7/10(593 votes)

    #6 - Bad Santas

    S3:E9

    While Cole gets into the holiday spirit for his first Christmas with Maya, Murtaugh hopes he can convince RJ to come back home from Costa Rica for the holidays. Cole and Murtaugh are saddled with a complicated burglary and home invasion case. Avery's holidays are a bit blue. Bailey is still trying to figure out her new partner.

    Director:John Behring
    Writer:Alex Taub

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  7. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 5 - Get the Picture
    6.9/10(753 votes)

    #7 - Get the Picture

    S3:E5

    Murtaugh and Cole investigate a robbery of a truck filled with fine art. Cole deals with lingering feelings for Natalie following a new development in her life. Riana blackmails Murtaugh into letting her go to a concert after she catches him in a lie that he told Trish.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Bill Callahan

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  8. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 14 - A Game of Chicken
    6.9/10(477 votes)

    #8 - A Game of Chicken

    S3:E14

    Against Murtaugh's advice, Cole reaches out to Tom Barnes to help with a case that hits close to home, putting Murtaugh and Cole's partnership to the test. Meanwhile, Trish prepares to announce her campaign for District Attorney.

    Director:Eric Laneuville
    Writers:Alex Taub, Felicia Hilario

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  9. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 6 - Panama
    7.0/10(692 votes)

    #9 - Panama

    S3:E6

    Cole confronts his past when his former mentor delivers alarming news, as he and Murtaugh investigate a robbery of safe deposit boxes. Murtaugh clashes with Trish's new client and enlists Bailey's help to investigate her.

    Director:Keesha Sharp
    Writer:Seamus Kevin Fahey

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  10. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 7 - Bali
    7.0/10(657 votes)

    #10 - Bali

    S3:E7

    Murtaugh turns to Cole's former mentor for help on a high-stakes cartel case. Murtaugh and Trish meet Natalie and Maya for the first time. Tensions mount between Bailey and 'The Gute' as the new partners begin to work together.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writers:Katie Varney, Eileen Jones

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  11. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 8 - What the Puck
    7.2/10(607 votes)

    #11 - What the Puck

    S3:E8

    Cole wants to talk to Natalie about their relationship before it's too late, but a wrench is thrown in his plans after he bumps into a new ADA, Erica. After being kicked out of the house for Trish's girl's night, Murtaugh finds himself an unlikely friend.

    Director:April Mullen
    Writer:Norman Morrill

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  12. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 12 - The Roger and Me
    7.2/10(522 votes)

    #12 - 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.

    Director:Eric Laneuville
    Writers:Joe Smith, Ariana Jackson

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  13. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 10 - There Will Be Bud
    7.4/10(566 votes)

    #13 - There Will Be Bud

    S3:E10

    Cole finds himself on the rebound after Natalie's engagement, and his new romantic interest, Julie, has an unexpected connection to A.D.A. Erica, complicating things at work. Meanwhile, Murtaugh worries about the connection between the murder he's investigating and a new opportunity for Trish to serve as co-counsel on a high-profile lawsuit with Leo Getz.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Bill Callahan

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  14. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 11 - Dial M for Murtaugh
    7.7/10(598 votes)

    #14 - Dial M for Murtaugh

    S3:E11

    Murtaugh takes a family vacation, but is pulled back into work when he witnesses an alleged abduction. Cole is left to investigate a murder himself, but the two cases begin to intersect. Meanwhile, Erica's mother, Senator Malick, comes to town and stirs things up between Erica, Cole and the case at hand.

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writer:Kyle Warren

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  15. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 3 - Best Buds
    7.8/10(1229 votes)

    #15 - 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.

    Director:Steve Boyum
    Writer:Gene Hong

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  16. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 16 - Unnecessary Roughness
    7.8/10(802 votes)

    #16 - 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.

    Director:Bethany Rooney
    Writers:Margaret Easley, Laura Putney

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  17. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 19 - Leo Getz Hitched
    7.8/10(607 votes)

    #17 - Leo Getz Hitched

    S2:E19

    When Riggs and Murtaugh attend Leo Getz's surprise wedding, they end up investigating a missing person. Riggs comes face to face with someone from his past. Murtaugh receives news that might change his life forever.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Rob Wright

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  18. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 4 - There Goes the Neighborhood
    7.9/10(1153 votes)

    #18 - 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.

    Director:Jason Ensler
    Writer:Adele Lim

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  19. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 6 - Ties That Bind
    7.9/10(1036 votes)

    #19 - 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.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Erik Mountain

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  20. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 10 - Homebodies
    7.9/10(960 votes)

    #20 - 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.

    Director:Michael Fields
    Writer:Alex Taub

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  21. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.0/10(1840 votes)

    #21 - 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.

    Director:McG
    Writers:Matthew Miller, Shane Black

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  22. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 2 - Surf N Turf
    8.0/10(1395 votes)

    #22 - 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.

    Director:McG
    Writer:Matthew Miller

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  23. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 12 - Brotherly Love
    8.0/10(880 votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Director:Uta Briesewitz
    Writer:Stacy A. Littlejohn

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  24. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 13 - The Seal Is Broken
    8.0/10(864 votes)

    #24 - 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.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writers:Adele Lim, Gene Hong

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  25. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 3 - Born to Run
    8.0/10(783 votes)

    #25 - 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.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Stacy A. Littlejohn

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Worst Episodes Summary

"In the Same Boat" is the worst rated episode of "Lethal Weapon". It scored 6.2/10 based on 1964 votes. Directed by Nick Copus and written by Matthew Miller, Joe Smith, it aired on 9/25/2018. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Need to Know".