The BEST episodes of Before We Die (UK) season 1

Every episode of Before We Die (UK) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Before We Die (UK) season 1!

Hannah Laing is a senior Police detective who is forced to make a terrible decision as her son Christian goes off the rails. With their relationship seemingly beyond repair, Hannah gets a chance at redemption when Christian becomes caught up in the investigation into the brutal murder of one of Hannah’s colleagues and their paths cross again in unexpected circumstances.

Last Updated: 6/23/2025Network: Channel 4Status: Continuing

7.51

45 votes

#1 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/30/2021

In a dramatic final showdown, the undercover police team attempt to bust the Mimicas' drug smuggling operation. But they're in for an unpleasant surprise.

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7.32

60 votes

#2 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/2/2021

Hannah and her new partner Billy start investigating the Mimica family. But a shocking discovery makes Hannah want to pull the plug on the entire operation.

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7.10

78 votes

#3 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/26/2021

When her married lover and fellow police officer Sean Hardacre goes missing, DI Hannah Laing launches a manhunt.

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7.06

49 votes

#4 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/23/2021

With Christian out of action, Hannah and Billy are at a loss - and it begins to look like the Mimicas will get away with their crime.

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7.04

50 votes

#5 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/9/2021

Stefan discovers that Christian has been meeting with Hannah. Will Christian be forced to take drastic action to protect himself?

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6.87

45 votes

#6 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/16/2021

Traumatised by what he's done, and hopelessly tangled up in the undercover investigation, Christian takes a trip with Davor that will reveal everything he needs to know.

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