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The Best Episodes of The Blame Season 1

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

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Detectives Tom Radley and Emma Crane fall in love while investigating the small-town murder of a figure skater, until one becomes a suspect.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Blame Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.5/10(78 votes)

    S1:E5

    A suspect is brought in for questioning. Emma seeks help from an unlikely ally to bring her one step closer to Sophie's killer.

    Director:Claire Tailyour
    Writers:Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan

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  2. The Blame Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.2/10(88 votes)

    S1:E6

    Things come to a head when the identity of the serial abuser is finally revealed, but Emma uncovers a further clue, forcing a devastating confrontation.

    Director:Claire Tailyour
    Writers:Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan

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  3. The Blame Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.0/10(79 votes)

    S1:E4

    Emma uncovers a potential lead to Sophie's killer as a link to another victim is discovered.

    Director:Claire Tailyour
    Writers:Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan

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  4. The Blame Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.8/10(89 votes)

    S1:E3

    With a key suspect exonerated, Emma is unable to shake her suspicion that a serial predator is operating within Wakestead Police Station.

    Director:Rebecca Rycroft
    Writers:Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan

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  5. The Blame Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.7/10(98 votes)

    S1:E2

    Emma's discovery of shocking video evidence leads to an unexpected breakthrough in the case, and she has no choice but to turn on one of her own.

    Director:Rebecca Rycroft
    Writers:Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan

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  6. The Blame Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.6/10(125 votes)

    S1:E1

    While investigating a murder, DI Emma Crane and DI Tom Radley uncover serious misconduct within Wakestead Police Station.

    Director:Rebecca Rycroft
    Writers:Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 5" is the best rated episode of "The Blame" season 1. It scored 7.5/10 based on 78 votes. Directed by Claire Tailyour and written by Megan Gallagher, Ashley Sanders, Namsi Khan, it aired on 9/20/2026. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 6".