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The Worst Episodes of Lethal Weapon

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

Worst episode
S3E1 In the Same Boat
6.21,970 votes
Best episode
S1E18 Commencement
9.01,250 votes
Top season
Season 2
8.2avg
Binge time
1d 15h
55 episodes
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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(1970 votes)

    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 4 - Leo Getz Justice
    6.5/10(825 votes)

    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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  3. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 2 - Need to Know
    6.6/10(1170 votes)

    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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  4. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 3 - A Whole Lotto Trouble
    6.7/10(939 votes)

    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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  5. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 13 - Coyote Ugly
    6.6/10(548 votes)

    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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  6. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 9 - Bad Santas
    6.7/10(610 votes)

    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(772 votes)

    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 6 - Panama
    6.9/10(709 votes)

    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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  9. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 14 - A Game of Chicken
    6.9/10(493 votes)

    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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  10. Lethal Weapon Season 3 Episode 7 - Bali
    7.0/10(675 votes)

    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(625 votes)

    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(537 votes)

    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(583 votes)

    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(617 votes)

    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(1260 votes)

    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(830 votes)

    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(625 votes)

    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 10 - Homebodies
    7.9/10(993 votes)

    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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  19. Lethal Weapon Season 1 Episode 6 - Ties That Bind
    7.9/10(1069 votes)

    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 4 - There Goes the Neighborhood
    7.9/10(1183 votes)

    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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  21. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 18 - Frankie Comes to Hollywood
    8.0/10(629 votes)

    S2:E18

    The duo sets out to unlock a case about a veteran hitman who Murtaugh has followed for years. Riggs struggles to find a connection with his father. Murtaugh scares Riana with his overprotective driving lessons. The team members finds themselves wedged in a dangerous incident that tests their trust.

    Director:John Behring
    Writer:David Fury

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  22. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 16 - Ruthless
    8.0/10(667 votes)

    S2:E16

    After the city's gun buy-back program is robbed, the team is on a hunt for those responsible. Murtaugh walks on thin ice with Trish. Riggs finds an unlikely friend in Ruthie. Avery is reunited with a college 'frenemy' who has key information about the case.

    Director:Silver Tree
    Writer:Carlos Jacott

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  23. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 12 - Diggin' Up Dirt
    8.0/10(690 votes)

    S2:E12

    Riggs takes a trip down memory lane while visiting his father-in-law in prison, which reminds him about an old secret regarding his deceased wife.

    Director:Maja Vrvilo
    Writers:Seamus Kevin Fahey, Joe Smith

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  24. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 14 - Double Shot of Baileys
    8.0/10(690 votes)

    S2:E14

    Bailey's sister runs into trouble with the law, and she must decide how far she'll go to protect her family. Murtaugh must help Riana navigate boy problems. Riggs deals with the fallout of a night of heavy drinking.

    Director:John Behring
    Writer:Stacy A. Littlejohn

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  25. Lethal Weapon Season 2 Episode 11 - Funny Money
    8.0/10(692 votes)

    S2:E11

    Riggs and Murtaugh are thrown into the world of counterfeit money. When a group of teenagers inadvertently gets involved, it strikes a chord with Murtaugh, who is dealing with his own issues regarding his son. Riggs decides to pay a visit to someone from his past.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Alex Taub

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Worst Episodes Summary

"In the Same Boat" is the worst rated episode of Lethal Weapon. It scored 6.2/10 from 1,970 votes. Directed by Nick Copus and written by Matthew Miller, Joe Smith, it aired on September 25, 2018. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Leo Getz Justice".

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