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The Worst Episodes of Shots Fired

Every episode of Shots Fired ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Shots Fired!

A media storm sets off when an African-American cop kills a white teenager in a small North Carolina town.
Genres:CrimeDrama
Network:FOX

Worst Episodes Summary

"Hour Ten: Last Dance" is the worst rated episode of "Shots Fired". It scored 6.9/10 based on 81 votes. Directed by Reggie Rock Bythewood and written by Reggie Rock Bythewood, Marissa Jo Cerar, it aired on 5/24/2017. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Hour Three: Somebody's Son".

  • Hour Ten: Last Dance
    6.9/1081 votes
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    #1 - Hour Ten: Last Dance

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/24/2017

    In the series finale, the hearings for both cases are held and, as Preston presents the facts to the jurors, the truth behind each shooting is revealed. Meanwhile, Pastor Janae and other petitioners gather outside the courtroom in anticipation of the results, hoping for a better future. After the Sheriff's Department loses one of its own, it becomes clear who is really to blame.

    Director: Reggie Rock Bythewood

    Writer: Reggie Rock Bythewood, Marissa Jo Cerar

  • Hour Three: Somebody's Son
    7.0/10102 votes
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    #2 - Hour Three: Somebody's Son

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/5/2017

    Ashe and Preston examine evidence in both cases and go on a dangerous manhunt for credible witnesses. The political implications of both cases begin to rise and Eamons' biggest competition seeks out Jesse'e mother.

    Director: Anthony Hemingway

    Writer: Denitria Harris-Lawrence

  • Hour Eight: Rock Bottom
    7.0/1085 votes
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    #3 - Hour Eight: Rock Bottom

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/10/2017

    Preston and Ashe discover a possible murder weapon for the Joey Campbell case and are feel pressured to use it to find the identity of Joey's killer.

    Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood

    Writer: Gina Prince-Bythewood

  • Hour Nine: Come to Jesus
    7.0/1083 votes
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    #4 - Hour Nine: Come to Jesus

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/17/2017

    In light of a surprising discovery about the Auxiliary Deputy program, the investigation puts the Sheriff's Department under further scrutiny.

    Director: Ami Canaan Mann

    Writer: Mick Betancourt, Denitria Harris-Lawrence, Christopher Lee Bythewood

  • Hour Six: The Fire This Time
    7.1/1090 votes
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    #5 - Hour Six: The Fire This Time

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/26/2017

    The tension heats up in Gate Station as a violent riot erupts between the citizens and the police. Meanwhile, Ashe and Preston confront Governor Eamons regarding their latest suspicions in Joey's murder, Ashe takes matters into her own hands when it comes to Javier and Preston sits down with Beck.

    Director: Jonathan Demme

    Writer: Jeff Stetson

  • Hour Seven: Content of Their Character
    7.1/1084 votes
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    #6 - Hour Seven: Content of Their Character

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/3/2017

    Another team is tasked with investigating the case, but Preston remains dedicated to finding out the truth as a witness is placed in potential danger.

    Director: John David Coles

    Writer: J. David Shanks

  • Hour Two: Betrayal of Trust
    7.2/10115 votes
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    #7 - Hour Two: Betrayal of Trust

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/29/2017

    A controversial video leaks that features Deputy Beck, creating a new challenge for Ashe and Preston. Suspicions rise around Pastor Janae when it's revealed that she had a run-in with Joey and a witness goes missing in the case of Joey's murder.

    Director: Millicent Shelton

    Writer: Mick Betancourt

  • Hour Four: Truth
    7.2/1098 votes
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    #8 - Hour Four: Truth

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/12/2017

    After Cory opens up about what he witnessed the night of Joey Campbell's death, Ashe and Preston must decide if his word will be enough to go up against the entire sheriff's department. To help demonstrate the worthiness of their case, the two go after any substantial evidence they can find that will prove the deaths of Joey Campbell and Jesse Carr are somehow linked.

    Director: Malcolm D. Lee

    Writer: Reggie Rock Bythewood

  • Hour One: Pilot
    7.3/10172 votes
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    #9 - Hour One: Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/22/2017

    A white teenager is killed by a black cop during a police shooting, leading an expert investigator and a special prosecutor to examine the case and grapple with media attention, public debate and the social unrest.

    Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood

    Writer: Gina Prince-Bythewood, Reggie Rock Bythewood

  • Hour Five: Before the Storm
    7.4/1096 votes
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    #10 - Hour Five: Before the Storm

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/19/2017

    Cory reveals some key details about the night Joey Campbell was murdered, allowing Preston and Ashe to zero in on the people whom they believe were involved in his death. Their list of suspects grows significantly when they realize a long-standing program in place at the Sheriff's Department may have taken some liberties in the town of Gate Station.

    Director: Kasi Lemmons

    Writer: Marissa Jo Cerar