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A fiercely competitive police officer and an idealistic prosecutor, former high school classmates, reunite while investigating a nationwide serial murder case, pulling them into both a dangerous pursuit and an unresolved personal past.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 5 - Gi-beom’s Missing
    8.3/10(163 votes)

    #1 - Gi-beom’s Missing

    S1:E5

    As suspicion tightens around Gi-beom, evidence seems to seal his guilt. However, more evidence proves to contradict the timeline. As Tae-ju digs deeper, suspicion shifts toward someone with close access.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 1 - Tae-ju’s Comeback To Kangseong
    8.4/10(206 votes)

    #2 - Tae-ju’s Comeback To Kangseong

    S1:E1

    After his superior is arrested, Kang Tae-ju is reassigned and returns to his hometown of Kangseong following a demotion. On his first day working at the local office, he learns from his coworkers that a former convict connected to one of his past cases has been brutally assaulted.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 6 - The Handbag That Leads To A Suspicious Man
    8.4/10(163 votes)

    #3 - The Handbag That Leads To A Suspicious Man

    S1:E6

    Doubt grows over Lee Gi-beom's guilt as his confession is exposed as coerced through illegal detention and abuse. Tae-ju confronts corruption within the investigation while Ji-won uncovers new leads.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 2 - Female Reporter In Police Operation
    8.5/10(197 votes)

    #4 - Female Reporter In Police Operation

    S1:E2

    Following a tense and uneasy reunion with Si-young, Tae-ju throws himself back into the hunt for the serial killer. As the investigation intensifies, a determined reporter named Ji-won becomes involved, joining the effort to track down the murderer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 4 - The Doubt Toward Gi-beom
    8.5/10(169 votes)

    #5 - The Doubt Toward Gi-beom

    S1:E4

    Reeling from the death of Min-ji, who had placed her trust in him, Tae-ju seeks out Si-young and proposes that they work together to capture the serial killer. His return sparks tension and debate among his colleagues, but Tae-ju remains single-minded, determined to continue the hunt.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 3 - The Emergence Of New Victim
    8.6/10(179 votes)

    #6 - The Emergence Of New Victim

    S1:E3

    After Tae-ju assaults the county governor's nephew in retaliation for Soon-young's attack, he faces the serious threat of losing his position. Meanwhile, a victim's testimony leads him to a troubling discovery

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 8 - Soon-young's Disappearance
    8.6/10(150 votes)

    #7 - Soon-young's Disappearance

    S1:E8

    Im Seok-man is forced into a false confession during a police reenactment, while authorities declare the case solved. Tae-ju grows suspicious and starts uncovering corruption behind the investigation and Gi-beom's death.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 9 - The Killing Is Not Over
    8.6/10(138 votes)

    #8 - The Killing Is Not Over

    S1:E9

    As buried secrets resurface, Tae-ju begins uncovering a terrifying truth behind the serial killer case everyone believed was solved. A hidden child, suspicious police involvement, and growing distrust push the investigation into darker territory, forcing the team to question everything they thought they knew.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 7 - Another Suspect
    8.8/10(161 votes)

    #9 - Another Suspect

    S1:E7

    Doubts grow over Lee Gi-beom's confession as Tae-ju uncovers corruption, illegal detention, and a cover-up. Suspicion shifts to Im Seok-man, while new evidence reignites the hunt for the real serial killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 10 - The Conspiracy About Hye-jin’s Body
    8.8/10(139 votes)

    #10 - The Conspiracy About Hye-jin’s Body

    S1:E10

    Tae-ju gets closer to exposing the truth as shocking connections between past victims and the police begin to surface. Trust inside the team starts to crack, while a dangerous suspect makes a bold move that puts everyone at risk. With time running out, the investigation spirals toward an explosive confrontation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 11 - The Emergence Of Yeong-beom
    8.8/10(127 votes)

    #11 - The Emergence Of Yeong-beom

    S1:E11

    A tragic accident pushes Tae-ju to make a desperate choice as hidden family ties and painful secrets resurface. While Soonyoung fights for her life, old wounds, guilt, and power struggles threaten to destroy everyone connected to the past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Scarecrow Season 1 Episode 12 - The Result Of Seok-man’s Retrial
    9.0/10(135 votes)

    #12 - The Result Of Seok-man’s Retrial

    S1:E12

    In the emotional finale, long-buried truths finally come to light as Tae-ju and Soon-young face the consequences of the past. With betrayal, sacrifice, and grief reaching their peak, the final confrontation forces everyone to choose between revenge and forgiveness - leading to a heartbreaking but unforgettable ending.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Gi-beom’s Missing" is the worst rated episode of "The Scarecrow". It scored 8.3/10 based on 163 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/4/2026. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Tae-ju’s Comeback To Kangseong".