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The Best Episodes of The Bench Season 2

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

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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 2 Episode 1 - Episode #2.1
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Episode #2.1

    S2:E1

    The first in a new series of this legal drama set in a magistrates' court. A mother and daughter are both on trial and must decide who takes the blame. Defence solicitor Des Davies can't resist being mean to a new rival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Bench Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode #2.2
    7.3/10(8 votes)

    #2 - Episode #2.2

    S2:E2

    When two desperate parents fight to get their children out of the care of social services, the magistrates must make a tough and heartbreaking decision. Katharine faces a crisis in her personal life

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Bench Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode #2.3
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Episode #2.3

    S2:E3

    When a defendant arrives drunk and disorderly for his trial, proceedings dissolve into chaos. Meanwhile, a loyal grandmother tries every trick in the book to win her grandson bail.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Bench Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode #2.4
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Episode #2.4

    S2:E4

    A married man's one night stand leads to bitterness and recrimination in and out of the courtroom. Prosecutor Cheryl Cates' stressful day brings her closer to one of her colleagues.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Bench Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode #2.5
    6.8/10(7 votes)

    #5 - Episode #2.5

    S2:E5

    Hugh faces a stark choice between his career and his personal loyalty to a defendant. Des has something to celebrate.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Bench Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode #2.6
    6.8/10(7 votes)

    #6 - Episode #2.6

    S2:E6

    A father faces every parent's nightmare when his teenage son appears in court. Des is on a high in his personal life, but could get out of this depth when he decides to take on a hardened criminal as a client.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Bench Season 2 Episode 7 - Episode #2.7
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #7 - Episode #2.7

    S2:E7

    Ranjit realizes a client has become over-attached, and Des is compromised by his involvement with a criminal family. Work threatens to damage their personal lives.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Bench Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode #2.8
    7.0/10(9 votes)

    #8 - Episode #2.8

    S2:E8

    The magistrates' are eagerly anticipating the ballot to decide the chair of Penbridge Magistrates' court. The friendship of rival candidates Val and Peter faces its greatest test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Bench Season 2 Episode 9 - Episode #2.9
    7.6/10(9 votes)

    #9 - Episode #2.9

    S2:E9

    The press descend on the court for the sentencing of a teacher who had a relationship with a pupil. Meanwhile Des and Cheryl reach crisis point.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Bench Season 2 Episode 10 - Episode #2.10
    7.0/10(9 votes)

    #10 - Episode #2.10

    S2:E10

    When his client frames an innocent man, Des is not only compromised, but in great danger.

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    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Episode #2.1" is the best rated episode of "The Bench" season 2. It scored 7.2/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/12/2002. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode #2.2".