The Best Episodes Written By Abi Morgan
Every TV Episode Written by Abi Morgan Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Abi Morgan Ratings Summary
The best episode written by Abi Morgan is "Episode 6", rated 10/10 from 2 user votes. It was "directed by Jamie Payne". "Episode 6" aired on 8/23/2011 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Episode 4".
10.0/10 2 votes#1 - Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/23/2011
It is now November 1956 and The Hour is about to broadcast live and tensions increase for everyone. Bel wants to see the BBC's commitment to impartiality meaning that they cover both the arguments for and against the war in Egypt. Both McCain and Douglas have other ideas though. Freddie has lined up a mystery guest for the show but there is a chance he might not show up. Hector has been sleeping in the office and there is lots of tension between him and Bel following Marnie's visit. Freddie ends up in Clarence's office and is unsure what to do with the information he is given. After when Lix reveals the full scope of Peter and Tom's Egyptian mission, and the real reason for Ruth's death, Freddie is shocked.
Director: Jamie Payne
Writer: Abi Morgan
9.5/10 2 votes#2 - Episode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/9/2011
It is now October, 1956 and Freddie is celebrating his birthday. The after effects of Tom's death are still being felt in the newsroom. Even though it was said that Tom had suffered a heart attack, MI6 are now a regular presence in the newsroom and it seems that Freddie in particular is being watched. Freddie goes to see Tom's widow, Jane and after realising that that she was the one behind the camera in Ruth's film, Freddie believes that she could hold some important information. Isaac believes that his latest idea for the programme could bring Sissy closer to him.
Director: N/A
Writer: Abi Morgan
9.1/10 4 votes#3 - Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/17/2015
The fractured events of Stevie's murder start to swim into focus for River.
Director: Jessica Hobbs
Writer: Abi Morgan
9.0/10 1 votes#4 - Episode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/2/2011
It is now September 1956 and Hector's brilliant interview with Mr Hafiz has caused the fortunes of The Hour to pick up.. The team are invited to spend a weekend at Hector's in-laws. The attraction between Bel and Hector continues to grow and Hector finds it hard to deal with his growing feelings for her, despite Marnie's presence. The suspicion about Tom Kish continues to grow back at the office and Isaacs on the case. Bel is surprised by the sudden appearance of Angus McCain. As the weekend away continues Freddie's crossword continues to baffle him and he believes that there is a hidden code which is an important clue as to who killed both Peter and Ruth.
Director: N/A
Writer: Abi Morgan
9.0/10 2 votes#5 - Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/16/2011
Public anger against the Suez crisis leads to violence in the streets. Marnie Madden reveals that she has found out about Bel's affair with Hector. And Freddie Lyons finally begins to get to the heart of the Ruth Elms murder case.
Director: Jamie Payne
Writer: Abi Morgan
8.6/10 5 votes#6 - Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/10/2015
River and Ira uncover what Stevie was investigating before her murder.
Director: Jessica Hobbs
Writer: Abi Morgan
8.5/10 2 votes#7 - Episode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/26/2011
It is July 1956 and The Hour is struggling as the ratings are down, the reviews are bad and Hector and Freddie are arguing like children. Freddie is still shocked following Ruth's death and is convinced that she was murdered. Peter's killer, Tom Kish, has started working as Lix's new assistant on the foreign desk. Bel and Hector end up being brought closer together under the watchful presence of Hector's wife, Marnie as they face their biggest challenge yet. n impromptu meeting with Ruth's devastated father, Lord Elms, ends up giving Freddie a vital clue brings him closer to the truth but also puts himself in further danger.
Director: N/A
Writer: Abi Morgan
8.3/10 3 votes#8 - Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/19/2011
Bel and Freddie, who work as BBC reporters, are given the chance to escape from their boring jobs to run a topical weekly show instead. With only one of them being able to be the producer, and with Bel in pole position for the job, Freddie is not happy. After a debutante and a childhood friend end up asking him for help in investigating a murder, he ends up realising that the only way he can investigate it is to join the staff of The Hour.
Director: N/A
Writer: Abi Morgan
8.1/10 6 votes#9 - Episode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/3/2015
CCTV footage causes the investigation into Stevie's murder to change direction.
Director: Tim Fywell
Writer: Abi Morgan
8.0/10 1 votes#10 - Episode 6
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 5/9/2022
With Kate and Nathan’s relationship on the rocks Hannah makes a decision which shapes all their futures.
Director: Dee Koppang O'Leary
Writer: Abi Morgan
7.8/10 8 votes#11 - Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/13/2015
Under intense scrutiny, River must battle to keep his fragile mental state in check.
Director: Richard Laxton
Writer: Abi Morgan
7.6/10 7 votes#12 - Episode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/20/2015
River begins to suspect that the man he chased to his death was innocent.
Director: Richard Laxton
Writer: Abi Morgan
7.4/10 15 votes#13 - Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/30/2024
Vincent's son Edgar has an idea for Good Day Sunshine's new puppet. But before he can convince his father, the boy disappears on the way to school.
Director: Lucy Forbes
Writer: Abi Morgan
7.4/10 10 votes#14 - Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/30/2024
As the city's unhoused people are forced onto the street, Vincent meets the one with answers. An old friend helps Ledroit bring buried evidence to light.
Director: Lucy Forbes
Writer: Abi Morgan
7.0/10 1 votes#15 - Episode 5
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 5/2/2022
Rose grapples with James’ absence at the family camping trip. Ruth learns of Nina and Tyler’s affair, and the extent of Tyler’s deceit is revealed.
Director: Dee Koppang O'Leary
Writer: Abi Morgan
6.9/10 11 votes#16 - Episode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/30/2024
While Vincent frantically gets ready for the pitch, Ledroit arrives with some more questions for him. Cassie meets the mother of another missing child.
Director: Lucy Forbes
Writer: Abi Morgan
6.9/10 7 votes#17 - Episode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/27/2015
Unlocking her voicemails throws suspicion on somebody close to Stevie.
Director: Tim Fywell
Writer: Abi Morgan
6.9/10 10 votes#18 - Episode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/30/2024
Following shocking news from both Lennie and Cassie, Vincent continues to spiral — until he sees a sign from Edgar and hatches a new plan.
Director: Lucy Forbes
Writer: Abi Morgan
6.9/10 9 votes#19 - Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/30/2024
edroit makes headway in both investigations. Cassie gets a phone call that changes everything, and Vincent continues to follow the map.
Director: Lucy Forbes
Writer: Abi Morgan
6.8/10 12 votes#20 - Episode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/30/2024
Vincent's convinced that bringing Eric to life will help his son come home. Detective Ledroit makes an arrest, while Cassie has her own suspicions.
Director: Lucy Forbes
Writer: Abi Morgan
4.5/10 2 votes#21 - Episode 4
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 4/25/2022
Hannah allows herself to dream of a life elsewhere with Christie, whilst Nathan starts to doubt his relationship with Kate. Ruth breaks some devastating news to Zander.
Director: Abi Morgan
Writer: Abi Morgan
4.0/10 2 votes#22 - Episode 3
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 4/18/2022
Tensions rise as Hannah and Nathan struggle to disentangle their lives. Christie arrives in London and Rose has a clear out.
Director: Dee Koppang O'Leary
Writer: Abi Morgan
3.3/10 3 votes#23 - Episode 1
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 4/4/2022
Hannah and Nathan are in the final stages of negotiating their divorce, but when it becomes clear Nathan has met someone else, the amicable separation takes a turn for the worse.
Director: Dee Koppang O'Leary
Writer: Abi Morgan
1.0/10 1 votes#24 - Episode 2
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 4/11/2022
Hannah’s relationship with Nathan unravels when he drops a bombshell, and Rose struggles to cope with her grief.
Director: Dee Koppang O'Leary
Writer: Abi Morgan