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The Best Episodes of The Bay

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

Binge this in 17h 57m•Peaking at 7.7/10

Family Liaison Officer Lisa Armstrong becomes a little too emotionally involved with a case (to the point where she might compromise it) concerning a pair of missing Morecambe twins to whose distraught parents she is

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Bay Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.7/10(421 votes)

    #1 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    As the team press on with the investigation, Lisa and Med dig deeper into the family.

    Director:Robert Quinn
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  2. The Bay Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(448 votes)

    #2 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    A confession to Lisa shines a possible new light on Dylan's killer. Meanwhile, Abbie has a terrifying experience with some local addicts, and Rob's escalating actions begin to impact on his family. Elsewhere, Med starts to suspect Lisa is hiding something from him and begins to make his own investigations.

    Director:Robert Quinn
    Writers:Daragh Carville, Kate O'Riordan

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  3. The Bay Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(368 votes)

    #3 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    Lisa pursues a new line of investigation, uncovering a far-reaching secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Bay Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.5/10(467 votes)

    #4 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Despite Holly's confession that she killed her brother, the team are convinced there's more to the story than she's telling them.

    Director:Robert Quinn
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  5. The Bay Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(493 votes)

    #5 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    DC Lisa Armstrong is asked to assist a murder investigation in Morecambe. The team try to uncover why the victim was targeted, but meanwhile, Lisa and her family are unknowingly stalked by a mysterious figure who has an agenda.

    Director:Robert Quinn
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  6. The Bay Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.5/10(403 votes)

    #6 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Determined to ignore Andy's unexpected arrival the night before, Lisa throws herself into the case and discovers a significant lead from her only eyewitness. The new information opens up the investigation and the team uncover vital evidence.

    Director:Robert Quinn
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  7. The Bay Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.5/10(389 votes)

    #7 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Following an unexpected turn in the case, Lisa and the team accept help from a new unit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Bay Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.4/10(480 votes)

    #8 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    When the main suspect goes missing, Lisa is concerned about Sean’s possible involvement. Abbie falls deeper into Vincent’s world, bringing Sam with her. Meanwhile, Sean’s vigilante justice leads him down a dangerous path.

    Director:Lee Haven Jones
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  9. The Bay Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.4/10(453 votes)

    #9 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    With Nick seriously injured in hospital, Lisa furiously seeks out Sean, while Med feels increasingly side-lined. Meanwhile, Rob attempts to leave the online forum, but finds that it is not as easy as he had hoped, and Sam tries to offer Abbie a way out from Vincent.

    Director:Robert Quinn
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  10. The Bay Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.3/10(617 votes)

    #10 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    After meeting the twins' parents, Lisa is shocked to discover that her connection to the family might be more than just professional.

    Director:Lee Haven Jones
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  11. The Bay Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.3/10(502 votes)

    #11 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    With the Meredith family reeling from Dylan’s death and Sean’s arrest, Lisa is charged with finding his alibi and makes a game-changing discovery. Abbie grows closer to newcomer Vincent, whilst Rob agrees to take on a risky dare.

    Director:Lee Haven Jones
    Writer:Daragh Carville

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  12. The Bay Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.3/10(427 votes)

    #12 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    As a confession brings the team closer to the truth, Lisa identifies a suspect.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Bay Season 5 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.1/10(248 votes)

    #13 - Episode 1

    S5:E1

    DS Jenn Townsend returns to the Morecambe MIU after her father's death but when a new case challenges the team she has to put her own grief aside.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Bay Season 5 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.1/10(198 votes)

    #14 - Episode 4

    S5:E4

    A vital clue leads the MIU to take a closer look at a member of the victim's family but when red tape stops the team, frustrations reach an all-time high.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Bay Season 5 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.1/10(212 votes)

    #15 - Episode 6

    S5:E6

    The team discovers someone has been withholding information and as they set to piece together the truth Jenn's left contemplating her future in the MIU.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Bay Season 5 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.0/10(209 votes)

    #16 - Episode 2

    S5:E2

    The victim's boyfriend is found and Jenn struggles when the family she's helping starts to point the finger of suspicion at each other.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Bay Season 5 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.0/10(199 votes)

    #17 - Episode 3

    S5:E3

    New information leads to a major development in the case, but the Morecambe community are looking for reassurance, intensifying the pressure on the MIU.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Bay Season 5 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.0/10(197 votes)

    #18 - Episode 5

    S5:E5

    A new SIO is called in to lead the MIU while Jenn's family feel the full force of the grief she's been trying so hard to contain.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Bay Season 3 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.6/10(554 votes)

    #19 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    DS Jenn Townsend, Morecambe's new Family Liaison Officer, is immediately thrown into the deep end when a body washes up in the bay on her first day on the job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Bay Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.6/10(413 votes)

    #20 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    An uncooperative suspect causes difficulties for the team, and a frustrating turn in the case causes tensions to rise within the community, leading to an unexpected altercation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Bay Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.6/10(392 votes)

    #21 - Episode 3

    S3:E3

    Several major developments in the case point the team towards suspects in surprising places. Meanwhile, Erin offers an olive branch to Conor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Bay Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    6.6/10(384 votes)

    #22 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    It's the day of Saif's funeral, and as Jenn watches closely for any suspicious behaviour, divisions within the Rahman household widen.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Bay Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    6.6/10(398 votes)

    #23 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    Jenn remains determined to find out the truth about Saif's murder. With one suspect arrested, the race is on to find the missing pieces of the puzzle before the killer escapes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Bay Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    6.5/10(374 votes)

    #24 - Episode 5

    S3:E5

    Shazia's explosive revelation threatens to destroy the Rahman family. The police investigation grinds to a halt until a vital clue offers a glimmer of hope.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "The Bay". It scored 7.7/10 based on 421 votes. Directed by Robert Quinn and written by Daragh Carville, it aired on 2/3/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 5".