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The Best Episodes of This City Is Ours Season 1

Every episode of This City Is Ours Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of This City Is Ours Season 1!

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Michael has been involved in organized crime all of his adult life, working for his friend and the gang leader Ronnie. When Ronnie begins to hint at retirement, Michael too begins to imagine another life.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.3/10(320 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Michael and Diana try for a baby. Meanwhile, his criminal empire faces a shocking betrayal from within after a shipment of Columbian cocaine is intercepted.

    Director:Saul Dibb
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  2. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(281 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    As Ronnie and Jamie grow closer, Michael fears he is being usurped. Tensions escalate, and Michael makes a big decision.

    Director:Saul Dibb
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  3. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.6/10(254 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Chaos ensues in the aftermath of a shocking death. Michael takes control, and the gang agree to smuggle the body back to Liverpool. Aboard the ferry, tension and suspicion runs rife.

    Director:Saul Dibb
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  4. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.6/10(240 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Back in Liverpool, tension brews as Michael assumes leadership. Meanwhile, Michael and Diana's IVF is successful.

    Director:Saul Dibb
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  5. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.8/10(204 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    An unexpected player causes trouble for the gang. Diana wants to be honest with Michael about her past.

    Director:Saul Dibb
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  6. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.8/10(198 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Michael and Jamie agree to a winner-takes-all fight to decide who leads the gang, while a disappointed Diana has reached her wits' end.

    Director:Saul Dibb
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  7. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.1/10(203 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Michael and Jamie's rivalry is pushed to the limit, causing Michael to reevaluate his life.

    Director:Eshref Reybrouck
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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  8. This City Is Ours Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.2/10(253 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Jamie remains suspicious of Michael, despite his attempts to walk away. Jamie goes rogue, leading to a gripping final showdown.

    Director:Eshref Reybrouck
    Writer:Stephen Butchard

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "This City Is Ours" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 320 votes. Directed by Saul Dibb and written by Stephen Butchard, it aired on 3/23/2025. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".