Iconic character John Rebus is reimagined as a younger Detective Sergeant, drawn into a violent criminal conflict that turns personal when his brother Michael, a former soldier, crosses the line into criminality.
The best episode of "Rebus" is "Episode 3", rated 8/10 from 101 user votes. It was directed by Niall MacCormick and written by Gregory Burke. "Episode 3" aired on 5/31/2024 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 4".
John's words come back to haunt him, while his brother abducts drug dealer Darryl Christie and recruits ex-army comrades for a risky raid. John hears his paralysed former partner's confession.
Director: Niall MacCormick
Writer: Gregory Burke
John is frustrated at family gatherings, unaware that the Cafferty and Christie rivalry is viciously escalating, with Michael at its heart.
Director: Fiona Walton
Writer: Gregory Burke
Michael has motivation to kill Cafferty, as has John, while Darryl Christie tries retaliation, using Siobhan to help his plan.
Director: Fiona Walton
Writer: Gregory Burke
Lives are at stake, with John's loyalties torn and more revelations to come, while Rhona questions Chrissie, but home truths prove more dangerous.
Director: Fiona Walton
Writer: Gregory Burke
Hard-up Michael Rebus's rash act in Fife has bloody consequences for his brother John, who faces a fatal confrontation. Meanwhile, Siobhan finds out who stopped the street attack, and John confesses to contact with criminal Cafferty.
Director: Niall MacCormick
Writer: Gregory Burke
A violent street attack is investigated by DS John Rebus and new detective Siobhan Clarke. However, it's John’s family that pose unexpected problems, along with an awkward affair.
Director: Niall MacCormick
Writer: Gregory Burke