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The Worst Episodes of The Fall

Every episode of The Fall ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Fall!

Worst episode
S3E1 Episode One
7.12,222 votes
Best episode
S2E6 Episode Six
8.52,367 votes
Top season
Season 2
8.1avg
Binge time
17h 23m
17 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Fall Season 3 Episode 1 - Episode One
    7.1/10(2222 votes)

    S3:E1

    Stella Gibson has finally arrested Paul Spector, but he has been shot by jealous husband James Tyler, leaving the staff at Belfast General Hospital battling to save his life. As the shooting hits the news, the powers-that-be question Gibson's handling of the case, while Spector's young partner-in-crime Katie plots to help him.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  2. The Fall Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode Two
    7.2/10(1805 votes)

    S3:E2

    Gibson and Burns are hauled over the coals by the Police Ombudsman and the Policing Executive for their conduct and handling of the case. When Spector’s name is released to the press as the arrested suspect in the Belfast Strangler case, his wife and family are forced to deal with the consequences.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  3. The Fall Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode Four
    7.3/10(1671 votes)

    S3:E4

    Gibson comes face to face with the depths of Sally-Ann's desperation.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  4. The Fall Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode Three
    7.4/10(1723 votes)

    S3:E3

    Spector's legal team move into action, determined he won't stand trial.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  5. The Fall Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode One
    7.7/10(2998 votes)

    S1:E1

    When a murder in Belfast remains unsolved after 28 days, DSI Stella Gibson is called in to review the case.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  6. The Fall Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode Two
    7.8/10(2579 votes)

    S1:E2

    DSI Stella Gibson's worst fears are realised as Spector's murder spree in Belfast continues and she faces very real consequences after a reckless decision.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  7. The Fall Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode Three
    7.8/10(2402 votes)

    S1:E3

    As DSI Stella Gibson takes control of the hunt for the serial killer striking women in Belfast, the realisation that his perfect kill is tainted pushes Spector into looking for his next victim.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  8. The Fall Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode One
    7.8/10(2192 votes)

    S2:E1

    Gibson continues her hunt for the killer.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  9. The Fall Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode Five
    7.8/10(1654 votes)

    S3:E5

    Spector's legal team are determined that he will never stand trial. Anderson and Ferrington make a discovery from the past that may help Gibson build her case.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  10. The Fall Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode Four
    7.9/10(1992 votes)

    S2:E4

    A shocking revelation proves how terrifyingly manipulative Paul Spector can be.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  11. The Fall Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode Two
    7.9/10(2038 votes)

    S2:E2

    Stella Gibson realises that her mistakes have put the life of Rose Stagg in danger.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  12. The Fall Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode Four
    8.0/10(2322 votes)

    S1:E4

    When Eastwood's investigation into Olson's murder throws open some uncomfortable truths for Burns, Gibson comes under increased pressure in her hunt for Belfast's killer.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  13. The Fall Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode Three
    8.1/10(2068 votes)

    S2:E3

    After the breakthrough identifying the killer, Stella Gibson must play a waiting game.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  14. The Fall Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode Five
    8.2/10(2428 votes)

    S1:E5

    The killer's latest attack gives Gibson renewed impetus. As the net appears to be closing in, Spector makes a dramatic confession and a decision that binds his fate to Gibson.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  15. The Fall Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode Six
    8.3/10(2292 votes)

    S3:E6

    The series concludes as Gibson and Anderson put fresh evidence to Spector, with explosive results. Spector's new-found friendship with another inmate develops, with devastating consequences.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  16. The Fall Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode Five
    8.4/10(2114 votes)

    S2:E5

    As the investigation tightens around Paul Spector, he makes a bold break for cover.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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  17. The Fall Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode Six
    8.5/10(2367 votes)

    S2:E6

    With Paul Spector in custody, DSI Gibson searches for clues to help find Rose Stagg.

    Director:Allan Cubitt
    Writer:Allan Cubitt

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode One" is the worst rated episode of The Fall. It scored 7.1/10 from 2,222 votes. Written and directed by Allan Cubitt, it aired on September 25, 2016. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode Two".

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