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The Worst Episodes of W1A

Every episode of W1A ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of W1A!

The follow-up to 'Twenty Twelve' as Ian Fletcher takes up the position of 'Head of Values' at the BBC. His task is to clarify, define,...
Genre:Comedy
Network:BBC Two

Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the worst rated episode of "W1A". It scored 7.2/10 based on 134 votes. Directed by John Morton and written by N/A, it aired on 3/19/2014. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 3".

  • Episode 1
    7.2/10134 votes
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    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/19/2014

    Ian Fletcher starts a new chapter in his life as head of values at the BBC.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.4/1073 votes
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    #2 - Episode 3

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/2/2017

    The search for new ways of saving money at the BBC continues - particularly important in the light of charter renewal.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.5/1067 votes
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    #3 - Episode 5

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 10/16/2017

    The renewal group led by head of values Ian Fletcher has to respond to rumours that Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman is about to leave the BBC for a rival broadcaster.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.6/1081 votes
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    #4 - Episode 2

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 9/25/2017

    Cross-dressing ex-footballer Ryan Chelford's appearance on MOTD did not go well.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.7/1098 votes
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    #5 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/2/2014

    Ian Fletcher's salary comes under intense scrutiny in the press.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.7/1082 votes
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    #6 - Episode 1

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 9/18/2017

    It is the year of charter renewal and a critical time for the BBC. The renewal group under head of values Ian Fletcher is tasked with identifying what the BBC does best and finding more ways of doing less of it better.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.7/1067 votes
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    #7 - Episode 4

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 10/9/2017

    Following on from an item on BBC Breakfast about plans to close the BBC Big Swing Band, the damage limitation team under Ian Fletcher is under huge pressure to limit the damage.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.8/10107 votes
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    #8 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/26/2014

    Ian Fletcher is interviewed on Woman's Hour about an age discrimination scandal.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.8/1088 votes
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    #9 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/9/2014

    A national paper reveals Ian's salary and that he took a former PA on holiday to Italy.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.8/1098 votes
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    #10 - Episode 1

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 4/23/2015

    One year on and head of values Ian Fletcher has finally got his own office.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.9/1080 votes
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    #11 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 5/7/2015

    Former head of output Anna Rampton has been crowned director of better.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    8.0/1082 votes
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    #12 - Episode 2

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 4/30/2015

    Newsnight anchor Evan Davis is rumoured to be a contestant in Strictly Come Dancing.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    8.0/1078 votes
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    #13 - Episode 6

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 10/23/2017

    The official launch of BBC Me is nearing the final furlong.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    8.1/1079 votes
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    #14 - Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 5/14/2015

    The Cross Parliamentary Inclusion Action Watch Dog Group at Westminster is imminent.

    Director: John Morton

    Writer: N/A