The Worst Episodes of Rebus
Every episode of Rebus ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Rebus!
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.
Lowest Rated Episodes Summary
The worst episode of "Rebus" is "Episode 1", rated 7.1/10 from 130 user votes. It was directed by Niall MacCormick and written by Gregory Burke. "Episode 1" aired on 5/17/2024 and is rated 0.5 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".
7.1/10 130 votes#1 - Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/17/2024
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
7.6/10 113 votes#2 - Episode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/24/2024
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
7.8/10 86 votes#3 - Episode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/7/2024
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
7.8/10 81 votes#4 - Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/14/2024
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
7.8/10 97 votes#5 - Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 6/21/2024
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
8.0/10 101 votes#6 - Episode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/31/2024
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