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The Best Episodes of This Is England '88 Season 1

Every episode of This Is England '88 Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of This Is England '88 Season 1!

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Set during Christmas 1988, Lol is haunted by the devastating events that took place two and a half years before. She and Woody both find themselves struggling to cope with their lives without each other

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    This Is England '88 Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.8/10(350 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    It's December 23 but life isn't looking festive for some. Lol's struggling to cope with new responsibilities and past haunts. Woody has a new girlfriend. She's lovely, but the polar opposite of Lol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. This Is England '88 Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(338 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    It's Christmas Eve and Woody's been offered a promotion at work. Lol pays a visit to Combo in prison. Shaun takes centre stage for his acting debut and, in true style, the gang all attend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. This Is England '88 Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.6/10(357 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    On Christmas Day the gang are getting merry until they bump into Woody and Jennifer. Shaun's messed up big style and it's hit him hard. Lol struggles to find some peace.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "This Is England '88" season 1. It scored 7.8/10 based on 350 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/13/2011. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".