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The Worst Episodes of Monarch of the Glen

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

Archie MacDonald, a young restaurateur is called back to his childhood home of Glenbogle where he is told he is the new Laird of Glenbogle.
Genres:DramaComedy
Network:BBC One

Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the worst rated episode of "Monarch of the Glen". It scored 7.2/10 based on 50 votes. Directed by David Caffrey and written by N/A, it aired on 10/2/2005. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".

  • Episode 3
    7.2/1050 votes
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    #1 - Episode 3

    Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 10/2/2005

    Paul launches his new idea of turning Glenbogle into a luxury retreat when a wealthy couple come to stay at the house. But when Golly has a back injury and Molly rushes to his aid, Paul finds himself short staffed and strapped for cash.

    Director: David Caffrey

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.3/1044 votes
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    #2 - Episode 2

    Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 9/25/2005

    Paul's goddaughter Amy shows up, a relentless troublemaker, and begins to shake up Ewan and Zoe's relationship. Then, Tam Cooper, a recently released convicted poacher returns to Glenbogle, creating havoc for Paul and Golly.

    Director: David Caffrey

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.4/1051 votes
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    #3 - Episode 5

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 10/17/2004

    Alex has decided that the estate is not being run with a firm enough hand and takes it upon himself to bring his military organization to the Glenbogle household but it isn't long before everyone becomes annoyed with Alex. Meanwhile, while Molly is away, Golly strikes up a new friendship with a local dance teacher named Meg.

    Director: David Caffrey

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    7.5/1053 votes
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    #4 - Episode 8

    Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 11/7/2004

    Competition sparks between Paul and Chester when they both want to market Isabel's relish. To decide who will be the winner, a duel is called to see who is the better marksman of the two. Meanwhile Meg feels disheartened when Golly gets people into her dance class through favors and Jess gets set up on Rob Roy Radio.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 9
    7.5/1050 votes
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    #5 - Episode 9

    Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 11/14/2004

    Ewan is shocked when he finds his dad with another woman and learns that his parents are planning on separating. Meanwhile, Lucy's parents are coming over to meet Paul and begin to hint about the possibility of a future wedding.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.6/10109 votes
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    #6 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/27/2000

    Young restaurant owner Archie MacDonald is called urgently from London back to his ailing fathers bedside in the ancestral home in Scotland, Glenbogle. He soon discovers that Hector has nothing worse than a cold and his sweet but dotty mother Molly has called him home on a pretext and has worked events so he can't easily escape back to London.

    Director: Edward Bennett

    Writer: Michael Chaplin, Compton MacKenzie

  • Episode 5
    7.6/1065 votes
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    #7 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/26/2000

    Archie's wayward sister Lizzie turns up with her New Age boyfriend Gerald and it seems the pair have big plans to turn Glenbogle into a kind of hippy retreat. Archie and Gerald end up at loggerheads, however, when some of their New Age ideals seem to involve Hector rediscovering his lost youth and taking an ill advised swim in the lake.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 7
    7.6/1065 votes
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    #8 - Episode 7

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/9/2000

    Archie tries to juggle his life in London with his new role as Laird of Glenbogle. He and Lexie make a hectic journey down to London for a special Highland night in his restaurant and he dashes back north just in time to see Katrina beat Kilwillie in the local elections. Understandably Justine's patience is wearing very thin.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Michael Chaplin

  • Episode 2
    7.6/1047 votes
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    #9 - Episode 2

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 9/8/2002

    The day of the opening of the Glenbogle Wildlife Centre arrives, with nothing but trouble. A new employee, Esme, sabotages the signs and an enemy of Molly's decides wether the Centre will open or not. Meanwhile, Golly is fighting for Irene's affections with Duncan.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.6/1050 votes
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    #10 - Episode 3

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 10/12/2003

    Duncan takes a dip into the dating pool with the help of Molly's new dating agency while Paul gets working on establishing his new climbing center. But when the locals find out Paul is targeting out of area teenagers, they refuse to help in developing the center.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    7.6/1043 votes
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    #11 - Episode 8

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 11/16/2003

    Hermione returns to Glenbogle and begins to stalk Duncan with dark intentions. Meanwhile, Dorothy seizes control over a small fishing island and gets Ewan fired from the local pub.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.6/1055 votes
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    #12 - Episode 1

    Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 9/18/2005

    Ever since Meg passed away, Golly has been taking care of baby Cameron as a single parent, with the help of his daughter, Jess. Meanwhile, as spring returns to Glenbogle, the list of repairs to be done is endless and Paul finds himself face to face with a feisty young shepherdess named Iona.

    Director: David Caffrey

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.7/1050 votes
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    #13 - Episode 1

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 9/1/2002

    Archie introduces a pack of wolves into Glenbogle even though Golly has warned him against it. The new cook/housekeeper arrives causing a rift between Archie and Lexie. Duncan has his work cut out when he must take a test to show he can look after the wolves when the Wildlife Centre opens. Archie swaps Lexie's ring pull engagement ring for a real diamond ring.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.7/1050 votes
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    #14 - Episode 5

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 9/29/2002

    Duncan accidently booked a group of naturists onto the campsite, and when a wolf escapes, there is havoc all around. Duncan is also in trouble when Golly finds out about his relationship with Irene. When the wolf is recaptured Golly explains about his recent lapses and his bad eye sight. He then resigns from Glenbogle and leaves.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.7/1048 votes
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    #15 - Episode 2

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 10/5/2003

    While repairs are being done in the cellar, the family is living in Duncan's B&B. Paul returns to Glenbogle, stirring unwanted feelings within Molly.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.7/1050 votes
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    #16 - Episode 5

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 10/26/2003

    Duncan starts his new job with Dorothy and Hermione, leaving the Head Ranger position open at Glenbogle. While Jess tries to impress Golly to secure the position, Paul hires a young delinquent with many hidden talents.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    7.7/1048 votes
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    #17 - Episode 6

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 11/2/2003

    Archie's elder sister Lizzie turns up with a life changing proposition for him and Andrew has his own proposition with Molly. At the same time, Archie and Paul continue to battle over joint control of the estate.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 7
    7.7/1051 votes
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    #18 - Episode 7

    Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 10/31/2004

    While Golly is away on holiday with Meg, Jess takes over as ghillie. Her skills are put to the test right away when poachers invade the estate. Meanwhile, Paul and Isabel join their new neighbor Lucy at a cocktail party and Paul and Lucy share an intimate moment spotted by Isabel.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.7/1048 votes
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    #19 - Episode 4

    Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 10/9/2005

    Ewan believes he's struck gold when he discovers that Amy has photographed a monster emerging from the loch. Although skeptical at first, Paul too soon finds himself captivated by the mystical creature and the magical power it seems to have.

    Director: Edward Bennett

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.8/1048 votes
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    #20 - Episode 1

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 9/28/2003

    Now that the estate is finally in good shape, Archie feels he must do something with himself. So when Killwillie decides to open a new restaurant in New York, Archie jumps at the chance to manage it. Meanwhile, Lexie scrambles to save a local couple from being evicted and Duncan discovers a shattering secret about his family.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.8/1052 votes
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    #21 - Episode 4

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 10/19/2003

    Golly gets an unexpected surprise when his daughter Jess shows up and Duncan travels to Glasgow for a job interview. Meanwhile, Paul takes on new responsibilities by trying to reform the local football team.

    Director: Robert Knights

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 7
    7.8/1053 votes
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    #22 - Episode 7

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/9/2003

    Now that Archie has left, Lexie has taken control over all estate affairs leaving Paul feeling left out. Golly is convinced that Andrew cannot be trusted and confronts Molly about his inclination.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.8/1049 votes
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    #23 - Episode 1

    Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 9/19/2004

    It's a new era at Glenbogle and Paul is the new laird. Despite his best interests, his attitudes towards the highland traditions are starting to bother the family. Meanwhile, Lexie returns briefly from New Zealand causing Paul to become a little suspicious.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.8/1050 votes
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    #24 - Episode 2

    Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 9/26/2004

    Hector's brother Donald MacDonald returns after a 40-year absence to Glenbogle. But this surprise visit is not a welcome one for Molly who holds a mysterious grudge against Donald. Meanwhile, Lexie avoids the thought of returning to Archie in New Zealand by throwing a 60th birthday party for Molly.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.9/1064 votes
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    #25 - Episode 1

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2001

    Six months of Justine at Glenbogle has been too much for the other residents, Lexie is threatening to quit her job, Hector and Molly have already moved out and Katrina just won't come near the place. To add to the stress, the bank keeps sending representatives to keep an eye on things. Eventually, Archie and Justine have a big, public break up.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Michael Chaplin