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The Best Episodes of The Witness

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

Binge this in 2h 33m•Peaking at 4.9/10

With their 2-year-old as the sole witness to her murder, Rachel Nickell's partner fights to protect him amid a flawed investigation.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Witness Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    4.9/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    As DI Pedder's undercover operation develops, another murder hits the headlines. André and Alex move abroad, but their grief continues to follow them.

    Director:Alex Winckler
    Writer:Rob Williams

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  2. The Witness Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    4.9/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Over a decade later, old evidence is re-examined by new eyes on the case. Will André and Alex finally get justice — or is there more to the story?

    Director:Alex Winckler
    Writer:Rob Williams

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  3. The Witness Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    4.1/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    A woman is murdered in front of her 2-year-old in '90s London. While his father tries to shield him from a media storm, the police identify a key suspect.

    Director:Alex Winckler
    Writer:Rob Williams

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 2" is the best rated episode of "The Witness". It scored 4.9/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Alex Winckler and written by Rob Williams, it aired on 6/4/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 3".