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The Best Episodes of The Split

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

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The Defoes, a family of female divorce lawyers, are forced to face their past following the return of their estranged father after a 30 year absence.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Split Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.2/10(225 votes)

    #1 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    With Kate and Nathan’s relationship on the rocks Hannah makes a decision which shapes all their futures.

    Director:Dee Koppang O'Leary
    Writer:Abi Morgan

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  2. The Split Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(289 votes)

    #2 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Maya, Oscar's second wife, finally arrives in London. But as the family try to heal divisions and look to the future, Hannah and Nathan are still fighting to save their marriage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Split Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.1/10(221 votes)

    #3 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Secrets come out and lies unravel as Hannah deals with the fallout from her Anniversary Party, while the Noble Hale Defoe team attend an awards ceremony for Ruth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Split Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.1/10(175 votes)

    #4 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    Hannah’s relationship with Nathan unravels when he drops a bombshell, and Rose struggles to cope with her grief.

    Director:Dee Koppang O'Leary
    Writers:Abi Morgan, Matt Jones

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  5. The Split Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.1/10(170 votes)

    #5 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    Hannah allows herself to dream of a life elsewhere with Christie, whilst Nathan starts to doubt his relationship with Kate. Ruth breaks some devastating news to Zander.

    Director:Abi Morgan
    Writer:Abi Morgan

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  6. The Split Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.0/10(248 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    After Hannah’s heart-breaking confession to Nathan about the night before their wedding, their marriage is in turmoil.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Split Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(169 votes)

    #7 - Episode 5

    S3:E5

    Rose grapples with James’ absence at the family camping trip. Ruth learns of Nina and Tyler’s affair, and the extent of Tyler’s deceit is revealed.

    Directors:Dee Koppang O'Leary, Abi Morgan
    Writer:Abi Morgan

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  8. The Split Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.9/10(265 votes)

    #8 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Hannah, for so long adept at navigating other people's lives and relationships, is confronted with painful questions about her own marriage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Split Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.9/10(219 votes)

    #9 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    Hannah's personal and professional lives collide when Nathan helps out with the Hansen case, as she desperately tries to cover up evidence of her affair with Christie.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Split Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.9/10(175 votes)

    #10 - Episode 3

    S3:E3

    Tensions rise as Hannah and Nathan struggle to disentangle their lives. Christie arrives in London and Rose has a clear out.

    Director:Dee Koppang O'Leary
    Writers:Abi Morgan, Matt Jones

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  11. The Split Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.8/10(274 votes)

    #11 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    An online illicit dating website is hacked, providing Hannah with an explosive case. At home, Ruth hosts a dinner party for all the family with disastrous consequences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Split Season 3 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.8/10(248 votes)

    #12 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    Hannah and Nathan are in the final stages of negotiating their divorce, but when it becomes clear Nathan has met someone else, the amicable separation takes a turn for the worse.

    Director:Dee Koppang O'Leary
    Writer:Abi Morgan

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  13. The Split Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.7/10(279 votes)

    #13 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Hannah represents a woman fighting to save the embryos created during a marriage that is now ending in divorce. Oscar’s return continues to have an impact on the entire family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Split Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(224 votes)

    #14 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    As Hannah prepares Fi Hansen for her divorce, she feels increasingly stressed by the double life she is leading with Christie when Nathan’s suspicions are raised.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Split Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.7/10(204 votes)

    #15 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    With the revelation of Hannah and Christie’s affair out in the open, Hannah tries to make amends and rebuild her marriage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Split Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(266 votes)

    #16 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    Hannah meets a TV presenter who needs her help, Ruth comes to terms with a different pace of life, and Zander introduces an unsettling new colleague to the firm.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Split Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(306 votes)

    #17 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Things become increasingly complicated for Hannah as she faces Christie’s ex-wife in a tricky prenup, and the three sisters meet their father for the first time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Split Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.3/10(386 votes)

    #18 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    A leading divorce lawyer finds business is personal when she leaves the family firm for a rival and finally faces her estranged father, who walked out 30 years ago.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "The Split". It scored 8.2/10 based on 225 votes. Directed by Dee Koppang O'Leary and written by Abi Morgan, it aired on 5/9/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 6".