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The Best Episodes of R.J. Decker Season 1

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

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Ex-con photographer RJ Decker becomes a PI in South Florida, solving strange cases with help from his journalist ex, her cop wife, and an enigmatic woman from his past who may help or destroy him.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.2/10(722 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Ex-con photographer R.J. Decker becomes a private investigator in South Florida, solving strange cases with help from his journalist ex, her cop wife, and an enigmatic woman from his past who may help or destroy him.

    Director:Paul McGuigan
    Writer:Robert Doherty

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  2. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 2 - Twenty Pounds of Clem in a Ten-Pound Bag
    7.3/10(514 votes)

    #2 - Twenty Pounds of Clem in a Ten-Pound Bag

    S1:E2

    Wish enlists R.J.'s help on a bizarre case when his late cellmate's son is wrongly accused of murder.

    Director:Paul McGuigan
    Writer:Robert Doherty

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  3. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 3 - The Needle and the Damage Done
    7.3/10(452 votes)

    #3 - The Needle and the Damage Done

    S1:E3

    R.J. is recruited by Emi to investigate the disappearance of a wealthy rehab tycoon's son; Mel and Catherine discover they have different views on parenting and finances.

    Director:Tara Nicole Weyr
    Writer:Liz Friedman

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  4. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 4 - In Vanity Veritas
    7.5/10(435 votes)

    #4 - In Vanity Veritas

    S1:E4

    R.J. finds himself at the center of a suburban housewife murder mystery; Catherine worries that R.J. is getting too close to Emi.

    Director:Holly Dale
    Writer:Kenneth Biller

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  5. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 5 - Burn Notice
    7.5/10(395 votes)

    #5 - Burn Notice

    S1:E5

    R.J. unravels the truth about a Little League coach whose family is being mysteriously targeted; R.J.'s parole officer worries that he is pushing the boundaries of his conditional release.

    Director:Christine Moore
    Writer:Jason Tracey

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  6. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 6 - Brenner's Back
    7.8/10(380 votes)

    #6 - Brenner's Back

    S1:E6

    R.J. helps a young woman uncover the truth behind her boyfriend's sudden death; a dangerous figure from R.J.'s past resurfaces, bent on revenge.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Jamie Savarese

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  7. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 7 - You've Got Bale
    7.5/10(354 votes)

    #7 - You've Got Bale

    S1:E7

    R.J. takes on a strange case following a grocery store robbery gone wrong; Emi's loyalty is tested when her father's misdeeds come to light.

    Director:Seith Mann
    Writer:Juan Carlos Fernandez

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  8. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 8 - Burn the Boats
    7.9/10(345 votes)

    #8 - Burn the Boats

    S1:E8

    R.J. struggles with a difficult decision; Emi must contend with her family's secrets.

    Director:Kenneth Biller
    Writer:Jason Tracey

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  9. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 9 - Even Walls Fall Down
    8.0/10(355 votes)

    #9 - Even Walls Fall Down

    S1:E9

    After R.J. learns the truth about what happened on the fateful day Lucas stole his camera, he enlists his inner circle to help him take down Victor Ochoa.

    Director:Christine Moore
    Writer:Robert Doherty

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "R.J. Decker" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 722 votes. Directed by Paul McGuigan and written by Robert Doherty, it aired on 3/3/2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Twenty Pounds of Clem in a Ten-Pound Bag".