The BEST episodes of A Very English Scandal

Every episode of A Very English Scandal ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of A Very English Scandal!

It is the late 1960s, homosexuality has only just been decriminalised, and Jeremy Thorpe, the leader of the Liberal party, has a secret he is desperate to hide.

Last Updated: 3/10/2024Network: BBC OneStatus: Ended
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Episode 3
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7.69
331 votes

#1 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/3/2018

Having survived a bungled attempt on his life, Norman accuses Jeremy of being behind the murder attempt - and goes public.

Directors: Stephen Frears
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Episode 2
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7.45
375 votes

#2 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/27/2018

As Jeremy gets one step closer to becoming prime minister, Norman demands that old promises should be honoured. With the old affair with Norman threatening to derail his political career, will Jeremy stop at nothing to silence him?

Directors: Stephen Frears
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Episode 1
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7.39
389 votes

#3 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/20/2018

It is 1960s England, homosexuality is illegal and the politician Jeremy Thorpe begins a whirlwind affair with a young stable hand, Norman Scott. But when the relationship turns sour and Jeremy’s career goes from strength to strength, Norman becomes a secret that Jeremy is desperate to hide...

Directors: Stephen Frears
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