7.3/10257 votes#1 - Moment of Surrender (1)
Season 21 Episode 1 - Aired 1/8/2018
Nikki struggles to come to terms with life back home and seeks out fellow pathologist Sally Vaughan for support, only to learn she is nowhere to be found. National Crime Agency investigator Guy Bernhardt asks Nikki to help him by employing pathologist David Cannon, the chief suspect in Sally's disappearance. As Jack, Clarissa and Thomas share concerns about Nikki's wellbeing, a body found in a reservoir is linked to a murder case from 16 years previously. Return of the crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, with Julian Rhind-Tutt and Alex Macqueen.
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7.2/10229 votes#2 - Moment of Surrender (2)
Season 21 Episode 2 - Aired 1/9/2018
Nikki's suspicions about David Cannon are roused further when she discovers blood in the boot of his car an with Thomas's support she takes samples to process. Does it belong to Sally Vaughn? Meanwhile, the uncovering of the body from the 16-year-old murder shines the spotlight on three people who went to the same school. Emilia Fox stars, with Julian Rhind-Tutt and Alex Macqueen.
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7.3/10231 votes#3 - Duty of Candour (1)
Season 21 Episode 3 - Aired 1/15/2018
A series of tragic events are linked to the hacking of a hospital database.
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7.3/10217 votes#4 - Duty of Candour (2)
Season 21 Episode 4 - Aired 1/16/2018
The team wonder if the hack is the only danger as they come under threat.
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7.6/10270 votes#5 - A Special Relationship (1)
Season 21 Episode 5 - Aired 1/22/2018
A US diplomat is shot dead in central London, forcing the team to work closely with the embassy and the FBI.
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7.6/10261 votes#6 - A Special Relationship (2)
Season 21 Episode 6 - Aired 1/23/2018
Nikki is still in shock as the team arrive at Matt's residence but insists on working at the Lyell, determined to help. When analysing crime scene photos and the positions of the victims' bodies, Nikki realises there is a pattern. Together, the team uncover a secret that has been held by those at the very top of the US government.
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7.7/10279 votes#7 - One Day (1)
Season 21 Episode 7 - Aired 1/29/2018
While two care home staff are chasing Kevin McDowd, a young man with learning disabilities and sociopathic tendencies, Nikki and Jack examine a fatal road accident where the deceased is Kevin McDowd's mother. The investigation led by police sergeant Button should be straightforward, but the forensic evidence suggests foul play.
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8.1/10270 votes#8 - One Day (2)
Season 21 Episode 8 - Aired 1/30/2018
The team are determined to uncover the truth about unexplained deaths of patients at a care home. They are desperate to rescue Serena and return her to safety. Unbeknownst to her colleagues in the Lyell Centre, Clarissa allows herself to be admitted to the care home in order to investigate. Her determination to find out what happened at the care home leads her to uncover a shocking truth, but puts her life in danger.
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7.6/10245 votes#9 - Family (1)
Season 21 Episode 9 - Aired 2/5/2018
Nikki, Jack, Thomas and Clarissa are just settling down for their respective festive celebrations when they are interrupted by a call-out to a tragedy at a family home.
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7.4/10225 votes#10 - Family (2)
Season 21 Episode 10 - Aired 2/6/2018
As the truth behind the McMorris family is revealed, the team is brought together by the conclusion of a shocking Christmas family tragedy. Reuniting with their respective families, Nikki finds her secret Santa gift is a visit from a loved one.
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The Best Episodes of Silent Witness Season 21
Every episode of Silent Witness Season 21 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Silent Witness Season 21!
Silent Witness is a British crime thriller series focusing on a team of forensic pathology experts and their investigations into various crimes.
Genres:CrimeDrama
Network:BBC One
Season 21 Ratings Summary
"Moment of Surrender (1)" is the best rated episode of "Silent Witness" season 21. It scored 7.3/10 based on 257 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/8/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Moment of Surrender (2)".