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The Best Episodes of The Bench Season 1

Every episode of The Bench Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Bench Season 1!

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The Bench is an English-language legal drama series set in a Welsh magistrate's court, produced by BBC Wales, initially broadcast on BBC One Wales and later repeated across the BBC network in an afternoon slot. The

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Bench Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode #1.1
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #1 - Episode #1.1

    S1:E1

    Leanne tries to make a new life for herself, but her previous boyfriend has other plans.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Bench Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode #1.2
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Episode #1.2

    S1:E2

    Hungover Des expects his defense of a local pub owner to be an easy victory. But when he underestimates the skills of new prosecutor Cheryl Cates, his law experience is put to the test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Bench Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode #1.3
    6.7/10(12 votes)

    #3 - Episode #1.3

    S1:E3

    A family is left devastated after the death of a daughter in a road accident.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Bench Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode #1.4
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Episode #1.4

    S1:E4

    Farmer Parry is accused of neglecting his animals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Bench Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode #1.5
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Episode #1.5

    S1:E5

    Matrimonial issues are on the agenda - not just in court, but behind the scenes as well.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Bench Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode #1.6
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #6 - Episode #1.6

    S1:E6

    Matrimonial issues are on the agenda - not just in court, but behind the scenes as well.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Bench Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode #1.7
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #7 - Episode #1.7

    S1:E7

    Simon and Gareth give evidence against Natalie, but find they are under scrutiny instead.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Bench Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode #1.8
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #8 - Episode #1.8

    S1:E8

    Two teenagers give Des a hard time when he tries to defend them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Bench Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode #1.9
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #9 - Episode #1.9

    S1:E9

    Des and Ranjit fall out when Leanne and Brink re-appear in court on charge of possession.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Bench Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode #1.10
    6.8/10(7 votes)

    #10 - Episode #1.10

    S1:E10

    Leanne's future is in the balance, forcing Des and Ranjit to examine their role in events.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode #1.1" is the best rated episode of "The Bench" season 1. It scored 6.9/10 based on 18 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/17/2001. This episode is rated 6.9 points higher than the second-best, "Episode #1.2".