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The Best Episodes of The Protector

Every episode of The Protector ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Protector!

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Gloria Sheppard is an intuitive LAPD homicide detective who juggles her demanding personal and professional lives while raising two sons with the help of her troubled younger brother, Davey.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Protector Season 1 Episode 7 - Wings
    8.6/10(26 votes)

    #1 - Wings

    S1:E7

    A murder investigation leads Gloria and Michelle into a world of sex parties; Gloria and Davey's mother makes an unexpected visit.

    Director:Jeff Bleckner
    Writer:Christine Roum

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  2. The Protector Season 1 Episode 3 - Class
    8.4/10(26 votes)

    #2 - Class

    S1:E3

    A prestigious private school is rocked when a beloved college advisor is found stabbed to death in her apartment. During the course of their investigation, Gloria and Michelle discover a world where parents, students and professors will do anything for an Ivy league acceptance letter. When Gloria's son, Nick, gets a high score in a statewide exam and is thought to be gifted, Gloria must decide whether she wants to send her son into the high stress world of a private school.

    Director:Martha Mitchell
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Protector Season 1 Episode 5 - Revisions
    8.4/10(24 votes)

    #3 - Revisions

    S1:E5

    Gloria and Michelle dig through a long list of suspects to catch the murderer of a plastic surgeon; Gloria's ex-husband returns.

    Director:Peter O'Fallon
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Protector Season 1 Episode 13 - Safe
    8.3/10(26 votes)

    #4 - Safe

    S1:E13

    Detectives Sheppard and Dulcett investigate the murder of a book store owner; Rush considers revealing his feelings to Michelle; Gloria second guesses her decision to invite Detective Brennan over for dinner.

    Director:Jeannot Szwarc
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Protector Season 1 Episode 11 - Blood
    8.0/10(20 votes)

    #5 - Blood

    S1:E11

    A bartender's murder leads Gloria and Michelle to a family-owned Mexican restaurant; Gloria's mother wears out Davey and the boys.

    Director:Sanford Bookstaver
    Writer:Christine Roum

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  6. The Protector Season 1 Episode 4 - Spoon
    7.9/10(20 votes)

    #6 - Spoon

    S1:E4

    When two young lovers, known as the "Newlywed Bandits", are found dead in their honeymoon suite on the morning they were to report to jail, all signs point to a double suicide. However, Gloria and Michelle uncover some evidence that may prove otherwise. The duo delves further into the romantic lives of the couple, leading to some interesting conversations about love and relationships. Back at home, Gloria deals with her son, Nick, who is obsessively texting with a girl.

    Director:Peter O'Fallon
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Protector Season 1 Episode 12 - Ghosts
    7.9/10(20 votes)

    #7 - Ghosts

    S1:E12

    Detectives Duclett and Rush investigate the robbery of a high-stakes poker game; Gloria waits to testify for the district attorney.

    Director:Peter O'Fallon
    Writer:Jody Worth

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  8. The Protector Season 1 Episode 8 - Bangs
    7.8/10(21 votes)

    #8 - Bangs

    S1:E8

    Gloria and Michelle investigate the death of an elite hairstylist; Gloria tries to discover why Davey has been sneaking out at night.

    Director:Bethany Rooney
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Protector Season 1 Episode 10 - Rats
    7.8/10(18 votes)

    #9 - Rats

    S1:E10

    Gloria and Michelle investigate the death of a lab researcher; Nick catches Davey kissing Nora.

    Director:Kenneth Fink
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Protector Season 1 Episode 9 - Affairs
    7.6/10(19 votes)

    #10 - Affairs

    S1:E9

    Gloria, Michelle and Valdez investigate one of their own when a woman known for dating cops is murdered; Davey grows popular with the women of the neighborhood.

    Director:Paul Holahan
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Protector Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.4/10(44 votes)

    #11 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    LAPD Detective Gloria Sheppard and her partner Michelle investigate what looks to be a mugging gone wrong. But when Gloria uncovers evidence that links the victim to a psychic, it appears that it may have been a targeted murder. At home, Gloria's life as a divorced mom, raising two boys with the help of her younger brother Davey, has its own challenges, especially when her youngest son wants an elaborate homemade costume for his school play.

    Director:Peter O'Fallon
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Protector Season 1 Episode 2 - Help
    7.4/10(37 votes)

    #12 - Help

    S1:E2

    Gloria and Michelle investigate the brutal murder of a controversial fashion titan and question whether this is an isolated incident. Meanwhile, Davey begins dating the babysitter, Nora, much to Gloria's dismay.

    Director:Sanford Bookstaver
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Protector Season 1 Episode 6 - Beef
    7.4/10(20 votes)

    #13 - Beef

    S1:E6

    Gloria and Michelle investigate the murder of the owner of a popular food truck; Davey helps set up the PTA's online auction.

    Director:Christine Moore
    Writer:Jody Worth

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Best Episodes Summary

"Wings" is the best rated episode of "The Protector". It scored 8.6/10 based on 26 votes. Directed by Jeff Bleckner and written by Christine Roum, it aired on 8/1/2011. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Class".