The WORST episodes of Ballard

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

Detective Renée Ballard plunges into a web of murder and corruption as she hunts a ruthless serial killer and uncovers a sinister police conspiracy that threatens everything she stands for. With her own demons nipping at her heels, Ballard must outwit both criminals and colleagues to bring long-overdue justice to the victims and their families.

Last Updated: 7/10/2025Network: Prime VideoStatus: Continuing

7.36

11 votes

#1 - End of the Line

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/9/2025

A city-wide manhunt begins for Rawls’s shooter. Ballard receives an unexpected update on the LAPD conspiracy case.

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7.40

15 votes

#2 - Last Call

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/9/2025

The Ibarra case turns personal as Martina discovers someone close to her is part of the corrupt LAPD ring. The team races to identify the remaining corrupt officers before time runs out.

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7.47

17 votes

#3 - Fork in the Road

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/9/2025

Bosch delivers a shocking lead in the LAPD corruption case. Ballard and team dive into the mysterious murder of a teenager with ties to a local gang.

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7.49

99 votes

#4 - Library of Lost Souls

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/9/2025

Ballard reopens a mysterious John Doe case while pursuing justice for a councilman’s murdered sister. As she navigates reluctant witnesses, department politics, and her own demons, Ballard and her team uncover buried secrets that suggest corruption within the police force.

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7.50

12 votes

#5 - Collateral

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/9/2025

A fresh lead turns into a shocking revelation as the team learns their serial killer has been in their grasp the whole time.

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7.55

53 votes

#6 - BYOB

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/9/2025

The 2006 death of fraternity member Nick Thatcher was initially ruled an accident. When a video goes viral accusing the fraternity of murder, Ballard and her team are forced to reopen the case.

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7.67

18 votes

#7 - Beneath the Surface

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/9/2025

Ballard’s serial killer investigation takes a high-stakes turn. With 72 hours to secure the case before it’s transferred to Homicide, the team races to find connections between the victims.

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7.70

23 votes

#8 - What's Done in the Dark

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/9/2025

When the team uncovers disturbing new information in the Pearlman case, they focus in on a new suspect.

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7.75

80 votes

#9 - Haystacks

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/9/2025

Ballard and Parker investigate housekeeper Yulia Kravetz’s murder. Meanwhile, the hunt for the serial killer's latest victim reunites Ballard with retired Detective Harry Bosch.

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7.79

33 votes

#10 - Landmines

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/9/2025

Ballard uncovers an LAPD conspiracy with connections to a Mexican cartel. The Pearlman case heats up when clues lead to a dangerous showdown with a potential suspect.

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