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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!

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...
Genres:DramaCrime
Network:ITV1

Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "The Bay". It scored 7.7/10 based on 354 votes. Directed by Robert Quinn and written by Daragh Carville, it aired on 2/3/2021. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 5".

  • Episode 3
    7.7/10354 votes
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    #1 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 2/3/2021

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

    Director: Robert Quinn

    Writer: Daragh Carville

  • Episode 5
    7.5/10390 votes
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    #2 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/17/2019

    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

    Writer: Daragh Carville, Kate O'Riordan

  • Episode 6
    7.5/10399 votes
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    #3 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/24/2019

    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

  • Episode 1
    7.5/10423 votes
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    #4 - Episode 1

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 1/20/2021

    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

  • Episode 2
    7.5/10337 votes
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    #5 - Episode 2

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 1/27/2021

    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

  • Episode 4
    7.5/10323 votes
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    #6 - Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 2/10/2021

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.5/10303 votes
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    #7 - Episode 5

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 2/17/2021

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.4/10392 votes
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    #8 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/10/2019

    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

  • Episode 1
    7.3/10536 votes
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    #9 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/20/2019

    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

  • Episode 2
    7.3/10436 votes
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    #10 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/27/2019

    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

  • Episode 3
    7.3/10414 votes
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    #11 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/3/2019

    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

  • Episode 6
    7.3/10356 votes
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    #12 - Episode 6

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 2/24/2021

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    7.3/10218 votes
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    #13 - Episode 6

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 4/12/2023

    A prominent Morecambe family arouses suspicion through their aggressive business dealings, while in the MIU, a chance meeting for Jenn leads the team closer to the truth.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.1/10288 votes
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    #14 - Episode 1

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 3/8/2023

    Jenn is working late when an emergency is called in - she races to the scene to find horror unfolding for a broken family... and must now uncover the truth behind it.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.1/10195 votes
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    #15 - Episode 5

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 4/5/2023

    An old case puts the MIU under further pressure. Jenn must track down a key suspect before it's too late but when trouble follows her home, it leaves her whole family in danger.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.0/10198 votes
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    #16 - Episode 4

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 3/29/2023

    Under pressure to solve the murder, Jenn fails to see the troubles her own family is facing. New evidence comes to light from an unexpected source that could completely change the course of the case.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    6.9/10199 votes
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    #17 - Episode 3

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 3/22/2023

    The Metcalf kids struggle with their loss while CCTV evidence leads to a development in the case, and an unexpected arrival causes tensions in the victim's family to resurface.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    6.8/10216 votes
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    #18 - Episode 2

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 3/15/2023

    The Morecambe community rallies around the grieving Metcalf family, but Jenn and the MIU team find key evidence that all was not well in their home.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    6.5/10473 votes
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    #19 - Episode 1

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 1/12/2022

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    6.5/10345 votes
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    #20 - Episode 2

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 1/19/2022

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    6.5/10324 votes
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    #21 - Episode 3

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 1/26/2022

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    6.5/10314 votes
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    #22 - Episode 4

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 2/2/2022

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    6.5/10321 votes
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    #23 - Episode 6

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 2/16/2022

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    6.4/10304 votes
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    #24 - Episode 5

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 2/9/2022

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A