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The Best Episodes of Red Riding

Every episode of Red Riding ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Red Riding!

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Red Riding is a British crime drama limited series written by Tony Grisoni, based on the book series of the same name by David Peace. Comprised of the novels 1974 (1999), 1977 (2000), 1980 (2001),

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Red Riding Season 1 Episode 2 - 1980
    7.9/10(7 votes)

    #1 - 1980

    S1:E2

    The Home Office bring in senior Manchester detective Peter Hunter to conduct a secret review of the Ripper investigation to date.

    Director:James Marsh
    Writer:Tony Grisoni

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  2. Red Riding Season 1 Episode 3 - 1983
    7.5/10(8 votes)

    #2 - 1983

    S1:E3

    When another child goes missing, washed-up solicitor John Piggott unwittingly provides a catalyst for Detective Chief Superindent Maurice Jobson to start to right some wrongs.

    Director:Anand Tucker
    Writer:Tony Grisoni

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  3. Red Riding Season 1 Episode 1 - 1974
    6.5/10(10 votes)

    #3 - 1974

    S1:E1

    Rookie journalist Eddie Dunford is determined to find the truth in an increasingly complex maze of lies and deceit surrounding the police investigation into a series of child abductions.

    Director:Julian Jarrold
    Writer:Tony Grisoni

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Best Episodes Summary

"1980" is the best rated episode of "Red Riding". It scored 7.9/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by James Marsh and written by Tony Grisoni, it aired on 3/12/2009. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "1983".