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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!

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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
    5.0/10(4 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
    5.0/10(4 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
    4.0/10(5 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 5/10 based on 4 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".