World on Fire backdrop
Drama•War & Politics

The Worst Episodes of World on Fire

Every episode of World on Fire ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of World on Fire!

Binge this in 12h 46m•Peaking at 7.7/10

The story of World War II told through the intertwining fates of ordinary people from all sides of this global conflict as they grapple with the effect of the war on their everyday lives.

Airs on
BBC One
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons2

All12

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
    Click to reveal
    World on Fire Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(249 votes)

    S2:E1

    The war reaches the sands of the Egyptian desert while bombs fall on Manchester, and Harry introduces an explosive force into Robina’s household, leaving her reeling.

    Director:Drew Casson
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.3/10(555 votes)

    S1:E1

    When war breaks, translator Harry Chase vows to help his Polish lover Kasia flee Warsaw, but how will he explain this to his sweetheart Lois, waiting for him at home in Manchester?

    Director:Adam Smith
    Writer:Peter Bowker

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(448 votes)

    S1:E2

    A month after the outbreak of war, Warsaw is unrecognisable, while Manchester, on the surface, appears very much the same. Will there be a warm welcome home for Harry?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.5/10(380 votes)

    S1:E4

    Harry’s courage is tested at Louvain as he comes face to face with a German sniper, and Kasia’s resistance activity in Warsaw intensifies.

    Director:Andy Wilson
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. World on Fire Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.5/10(196 votes)

    S2:E2

    As Harry struggles to adapt to the reality of desert combat, Lois still longs to leave home. In Paris, Henriette is in grave danger, and a mysterious stranger arrives at Robina’s.

    Director:Barney Cokeliss
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. World on Fire Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.5/10(187 votes)

    S2:E3

    As Stan and Rajib make a hasty retreat across the desert, Marga reasserts her commitment to the führer. Meanwhile, David is in peril in the skies over France.

    Director:Meenu Gaur
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 BEST Episodes of World on Fire

    READ
  7. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.6/10(407 votes)

    S1:E3

    December 1939, and Tom fights for his life on board the HMS Exeter at the Battle of River Plate. Meanwhile, Harry and Lois have a more personal battle to fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.6/10(363 votes)

    S1:E7

    On a Polish mission as part of the SOE, Harry grasps a second chance at saving Kasia from the horrors of Warsaw, while Lois looks set for happiness with new love, Vernon. Season finale.

    Director:Andy Wilson
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. World on Fire Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.6/10(176 votes)

    S2:E4

    As Kasia takes on her first assignment as an agent, Rajib’s military values are tested. Meanwhile, a familiar face comes to David’s aid

    Director:Drew Casson
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. World on Fire Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(171 votes)

    S2:E5

    Tragedy strikes at the heart of Harry’s unit as the siege drags on in Tobruk. In Manchester, Kasia is confronted by more of the horrors of the war. In France, romance blossoms between David and Henriette.

    Director:Meenu Gaur
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.7/10(397 votes)

    S1:E5

    Harry leads his unit on the route to Dunkirk as they fight to make it onto the beach and aboard a ship. Grzegorz and Tom also struggle to survive the chaos of the evacuation.

    Director:Chanya Button
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. World on Fire Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.7/10(363 votes)

    S1:E6

    June 1940. The Nazis have taken Paris with not a bullet fired. Webster and Albert's life in the city they love will never be the same again.

    Director:Chanya Button
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. World on Fire Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.7/10(198 votes)

    S2:E6

    Harry returns to Manchester, but Kasia is determined to leave. In Europe, Marga and Henriette must each make their escape, while north Africa becomes even more brutal for Rajib.

    Director:Barney Cokeliss
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the worst rated episode of "World on Fire". It scored 7.2/10 based on 249 votes. Directed by Drew Casson and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/16/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 1".