- 7.2/103,410 votes
#1 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/21/2021
Cordell Walker returns home to Austin, Texas, after being undercover for two years, only to discover there's harder work to be done at home.
Director: Jessica Yu
Writer: Anna Fricke
- 7.6/102,841 votes
#2 - Back in the Saddle
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/28/2021
Walker continues to try to reconnect with his family but finds that his kids have developed new routines with Liam. Back at work, Captain James tells Walker he needs to get recertified to be a Ranger, but old memories of Emily hinder his progress. Micki investigates a suspicious fire.
Director: Steve Robin
Writer: Anna Fricke
- 7.9/102,387 votes
#3 - Bobble Head
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2/4/2021
Walker’s life gets more complicated when his childhood best friend, Hoyt Rawlins, returns to town. Abeline is thrilled to have Hoyt home but Geri has conflicted feelings for her ex-boyfriend. Meanwhile, Micki has her suspicions about the real reason Hoyt returned to town.
Director: Randall Zisk
Writer: Seamus Kevin Fahey
- 8.0/102,248 votes
#4 - Don't Fence Me In
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/11/2021
Micki is uncomfortable with the spotlight Capt. James puts on her during a current investigation. Walker talks to Liam about their parents and learns there was trouble while he was away. Trey applies for a new job in town.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.2/102,177 votes
#5 - Duke
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/18/2021
Walker is forced to resume his undercover identity to keep his family safe. Micki gets caught up in Walker's old case. August threatens to blow his father's cover, and Trey starts his new job.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.2/102,051 votes
#6 - Bar None
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/11/2021
When Geri decides to sell the bar, it throws Walker for a loop. With so many memories attached to the bar, he asks Geri to reconsider and reminds her of all the good times they’ve had there with Emily and Hoyt . Meanwhile, Micki is shocked when her mother drops in unexpectedly.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.3/101,984 votes
#7 - Tracks
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 3/18/2021
Captain James and Liam follow up on a tip regarding Emily’s murder. The duo head to Mexico for more answers but decide to keep their trip a secret from Walker. Meanwhile, Trey escorts Stella, August and the girls soccer team to an away game but when things take a dangerous turn Trey, Walker and Micki have to team up to save the kids. Micki learns some shocking news.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.2/101,935 votes
#8 - Fine is a Four Letter Word
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 4/8/2021
A tornado touches down in Austin and it’s all hands on deck to keep the kids and community safe. Walker, Micki and Trey rush to the school where Stella, August and Ruby are at a school dance. Bonham and Abeline stop at a store for supplies where old memories resurface. Meanwhile, Liam and Bret get trapped in an elevator.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.4/101,930 votes
#9 - Rule Number 17
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 4/15/2021
Walker and Captain James investigate a high stakes poker game where one of the players may have information on Emily’s killer. The night takes a turn when Geri shows up to join the game. Meanwhile, Micki takes August and Stella on an unusual adventure.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.0/101,851 votes
#10 - Encore
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/6/2021
With the Sidestep now in their name, Walker, Stella and August put their stamp on the place. Liam turns to Bonham for advice on a career move, while Micki and Trey work through the aftermath of his injuries after the hurricane. Stella confronts Clint about Trevor and his response prompts Stella to make a dangerous decision that will leave a permanent mark on the Walker family.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.2/101,820 votes
#11 - Freedom
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 5/13/2021
Walker and Geri are both unsure of their feelings for each other after their kiss and things get very complicated when Hoyt comes home from prison. However, the welcome home party is interrupted when Micki and Walker get word that Clint West is on the run.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.0/101,830 votes
#12 - A Tale of Two Families
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 5/20/2021
The show flashes back to the days right before and after Emily's death and how the entire Walker family dealt with the sudden tragic loss.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.7/101,853 votes
#13 - Defend the Ranch
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 6/10/2021
Walker’s past comes back with a vengeance and it threatens the very thing he loves the most – his family.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.2/101,764 votes
#14 - Mehar's Jacket
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 6/17/2021
Walker takes Stella and August on a road trip to discuss some devastating news. Meanwhile, Captain James enlists the help of Micki and Trey to find a missing military veteran.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.2/101,741 votes
#15 - Four Stones in Hand
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 6/24/2021
Micki’s real mother, Mercedes, tries to make amends with her daughter but Micki doesn’t want anything to do with her. Walker steps in to help and lands in a heap of trouble. August suffers from PTSD after what happened at the Ranch.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.5/101,753 votes
#16 - Bad Apples
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 7/15/2021
Captain James leads Micki and the team into a drug bust with a dirty cop, Officer Campbell at the center. However, after Campbell is inexplicably set free, the cop targets the Captain’s son, DJ , in retaliation. Walker gives Trey advice on his future.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.6/101,765 votes
#17 - Dig
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 7/22/2021
Walker and Micki investigate a bomb threat at the school that targeted Liam and Stan. Abeline and Bonham plan a vow renewal, and Trey’s mother comes for a visit.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.8/101,805 votes
#18 - Drive
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 8/12/2021
Walker’s world is shattered after receiving shocking news that changes everything.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of Walker Season 1
Every episode of Walker Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Walker Season 1!
Cordell Walker, a widower and father of two with his own moral code, returns home to Austin after being undercover for two years, only to...
Genres:CrimeDramaAction & Adventure
Network:The CW
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Walker" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 3410 votes. Directed by Jessica Yu and written by Anna Fricke, it aired on 1/21/2021. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Back in the Saddle".