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The Best Episodes of Prisoner Season 1

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

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A young and ambitious prison officer finds herself in the middle of a battle for the criminal underworld as crime lords try to evade justice. But in order to do that, she will have to

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Prisoner Season 1 Episode 1 - Ambush
    7.1/10(181 votes)

    S1:E1

    Prison transport officer Amber (Izuka Hoyle) is thrown into an explosive situation, when her formidable prisoner, Tibor (Tahar Rahim), is hunted by his crime syndicate, who are determined to stop him from testifying against them.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Prisoner Season 1 Episode 2 - On the Run
    7.1/10(122 votes)

    S1:E2

    Amber and Tibor try to escape their captors, but when Amber's family's safety is threatened, she must confront her moral beliefs as Tibor pushes her to do whatever it takes to survive.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Prisoner Season 1 Episode 3 - Cat and Mouse
    7.0/10(110 votes)

    S1:E3

    Desperate to reach Olly and baby Mia, Amber adopts Tibor's tactics, exploiting his weakened state. Her transport team are drawn into Tebbit's investigation to expose Pegasus' plan as Declan closes in.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Prisoner Season 1 Episode 4 - The Deadline
    6.8/10(112 votes)

    S1:E4

    As Amber reunites with her family and Tibor confronts his mother, buried secrets bring unexpected understanding. But a single misstep thrusts them into their most dangerous battle yet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Prisoner Season 1 Episode 6 - The Showdown
    6.8/10(113 votes)

    S1:E6

    In the gripping season finale, Amber and Tibor race through London to reach the Old Bailey as they are relentlessly pursued. Facing mounting threats, Tibor makes a devastating choice with far-reaching consequences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Prisoner Season 1 Episode 5 - Betrayal
    6.7/10(104 votes)

    S1:E5

    With her family in danger, Amber and Tibor hunt down O'Neill as Tebbit uncovers the crime syndicate's deadly plan. Desperate to find her baby, Amber seeks out her estranged, incarcerated mother for help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Ambush" is the best rated episode of "Prisoner" season 1. It scored 7.1/10 based on 181 votes. Directed by Otto Bathurst and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/30/2026. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "On the Run".