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The Best Episodes of Trial 4

Every episode of Trial 4 ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Trial 4!

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Charged as a teen in the 1993 killing of a Boston cop, Sean K. Ellis fights to prove his innocence while exposing police corruption and systemic racism.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter 1: Execution-Style Murder
    7.3/10(111 votes)

    #1 - Chapter 1: Execution-Style Murder

    S1:E1

    In 1993, the execution-style killing of a Boston police officer sets off a frantic citywide search for suspects.

    Director:Rémy Burkel
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter 6: A Taste Of Freedom
    7.3/10(90 votes)

    #2 - Chapter 6: A Taste Of Freedom

    S1:E6

    Knowing it's his last chance, Ellis nervously prepares for a fourth murder trial. Also, an investigator searches for an old witness.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter 2: Usual Suspects
    7.2/10(101 votes)

    #3 - Chapter 2: Usual Suspects

    S1:E2

    Police home in on a suspect, a 19-year-old named Sean K. Ellis. Boston journalists and cops recall another murder case that fanned racial tensions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter 3: Three Trials
    7.2/10(96 votes)

    #4 - Chapter 3: Three Trials

    S1:E3

    As Ellis and his lawyers recount his first jury trial, former jurors share their decision processes. A witness's statements are put to the test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter 5: Hidden Link
    7.2/10(91 votes)

    #5 - Chapter 5: Hidden Link

    S1:E5

    Ellis' attorney, Rosemary Scapicchio, remains dogged in her pursuit of the missing documents that may hold the key to her client getting a new trial.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 8 - Chapter 8: Worst Case Scenario
    7.2/10(84 votes)

    #6 - Chapter 8: Worst Case Scenario

    S1:E8

    The election of a new district attorney gives Ellis reason to hope. Later, a hush-hush press conference puts everyone on edge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter 4: Badge Of Shame
    7.1/10(92 votes)

    #7 - Chapter 4: Badge Of Shame

    S1:E4

    Journalists expose corruption in the Boston Police Department, inspiring Ellis to seek a new trial and perhaps a new lawyer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Trial 4 Season 1 Episode 7 - Chapter 7: Black Irish
    6.7/10(89 votes)

    #8 - Chapter 7: Black Irish

    S1:E7

    As the voters of Suffolk County prepare to elect their next district attorney, Scapicchio digs into who funded the reward for Ellis' conviction.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter 1: Execution-Style Murder" is the best rated episode of "Trial 4". It scored 7.3/10 based on 111 votes. Directed by Rémy Burkel and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/11/2020. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter 6: A Taste Of Freedom".