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The Best Episodes of The Capture Season 1

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

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When soldier Shaun Emery's conviction for a murder in Afghanistan is overturned due to flawed video evidence, he returns to life as a free man with his young daughter. But when damning CCTV footage from

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Capture Season 1 Episode 1 - What Happens in Helmand
    8.1/10(1310 votes)

    #1 - What Happens in Helmand

    S1:E1

    When British soldier Shaun Emery is accused of a crime he strenuously denies, newly promoted DI Rachel Carey is assigned to investigate.

    Director:Ben Chanan
    Writer:Ben Chanan

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  2. The Capture Season 1 Episode 2 - Toy Soldier
    8.5/10(1127 votes)

    #2 - Toy Soldier

    S1:E2

    After key evidence is mysteriously redacted from her investigation, Carey is forced to find other ways of pursuing Shaun, who is searching for answers of his own.

    Director:Ben Chanan
    Writer:Ben Chanan

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  3. The Capture Season 1 Episode 3 - Truffle Hog
    8.6/10(1087 votes)

    #3 - Truffle Hog

    S1:E3

    The stakes intensify for Shaun when he comes face to face with inscrutable CIA agent Frank Napier, whilst Carey’s investigation appears to hit rock bottom.

    Director:Ben Chanan
    Writer:Ben Chanan

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  4. The Capture Season 1 Episode 4 - Blind Spots
    8.5/10(1013 votes)

    #4 - Blind Spots

    S1:E4

    Carey develops a theory as answers begin to reveal themselves, and Shaun finds himself trusting an enigmatic stranger who promises to lead him to the truth.

    Director:Ben Chanan
    Writer:Ben Chanan

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  5. The Capture Season 1 Episode 5 - A Pilgrim of Justice
    8.6/10(1043 votes)

    #5 - A Pilgrim of Justice

    S1:E5

    Surrounded by the architects of his downfall, the truth behind what happened to Shaun is revealed to him in precise detail. Meanwhile, Carey seeks for answers of her own and uncovers the complex conspiracy that is Correction.

    Director:Ben Chanan
    Writer:Ben Chanan

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  6. The Capture Season 1 Episode 6 - Correction
    8.7/10(1163 votes)

    #6 - Correction

    S1:E6

    Carey teams up with Shaun Emery to try and expose Correction, but Napier is one step ahead. Shaun’s future, and that of the nation’s system of justice, lie with one person. Carey has a decision to make.

    Director:Ben Chanan
    Writer:Ben Chanan

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"What Happens in Helmand" is the best rated episode of "The Capture" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 1310 votes. Directed by Ben Chanan and written by Ben Chanan, it aired on 9/3/2019. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Toy Soldier".