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The Best Episodes of Silent Witness Season 2

Every episode of Silent Witness Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Silent Witness Season 2!

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A team of exceptional forensic pathologists and scientists investigate heinous crimes and use their skills to catch the people responsible.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 1 - Blood, Sweat and Tears (1)
    7.3/10(261 votes)

    #1 - Blood, Sweat and Tears (1)

    S2:E1

    A boxer dies from brain injuries mid-bout. A new DSI takes over the team's investigations. Sam and Wyn bury their mother.

    Director:Julian Jarrold
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 2 - Blood, Sweat and Tears (2)
    7.4/10(253 votes)

    #2 - Blood, Sweat and Tears (2)

    S2:E2

    Sam discovers why Kevin entered a bare knuckle fight, as well as uncovering evidence of more foul play in the boxing circuit.

    Director:Julian Jarrold
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 3 - Cease Upon the Midnight (1)
    7.3/10(232 votes)

    #3 - Cease Upon the Midnight (1)

    S2:E3

    Stuart Evans is in the advanced stages of Aids when he dies, and his body is donated to science. However a routine toxicology test reveals foul play was at work.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 4 - Cease Upon the Midnight (2)
    7.3/10(218 votes)

    #4 - Cease Upon the Midnight (2)

    S2:E4

    The police make an arrest, but do they have the right suspect? Sam pursues her own line of investigation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 5 - Only the Lonely (1)
    7.3/10(212 votes)

    #5 - Only the Lonely (1)

    S2:E5

    The murder of a married woman who was having an affair seems straightforward. Friction develops between Dr Ryan and the police when the evidence complicates their case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 6 - Only the Lonely (2)
    7.4/10(200 votes)

    #6 - Only the Lonely (2)

    S2:E6

    The murderer makes a direct threat against Sam's life after she uncovers the evidence needed to identify them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 7 - Friends Like These (1)
    7.6/10(218 votes)

    #7 - Friends Like These (1)

    S2:E7

    The police suspect a violent alcoholic of the murder of an elderly woman. Sam clashes with the police when she refuses to support their case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Silent Witness Season 2 Episode 8 - Friends Like These (2)
    7.9/10(211 votes)

    #8 - Friends Like These (2)

    S2:E8

    Sam's pursuit of her own theories leads her into dangerous places, both personally and professionally.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Blood, Sweat and Tears (1)" is the best rated episode of "Silent Witness" season 2. It scored 7.3/10 based on 261 votes. Directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/14/1997. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Blood, Sweat and Tears (2)".