The BEST episodes of Criminal Justice season 1

Every episode of Criminal Justice season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Criminal Justice season 1!

Thriller by Peter Moffat about the challenges and politics of the criminal justice system seen through the eyes of the accused.

Last Updated: 11/6/2024Network: BBC OneStatus: Ended
Episode 3
star
8.46
105 votes

#1 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/2/2008

Ben's new defense barrister comes up with a plan that could see Ben being able to walk free. Ben will be forced to lie once again about events which happened on the night of the murder.

Directors: Otto Bathurst
Writer: Peter Moffat
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Episode 4
star
8.30
108 votes

#2 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/3/2008

The prosecution attempts to make Ben look bad when he is questioned on the stand. Stone and Frances continue to look for evidence that could clear Ben's name.

Directors: Luke Watson
Writer: Peter Moffat
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Episode 5
star
8.16
114 votes

#3 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/4/2008

Stone continues to try and get Ben acquitted as the day of reckoning beckons. Frances continues to try and uncover the truth about what really happened on the night of the murder.

Directors: Luke Watson
Writer: Peter Moffat
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Episode 1
star
7.97
135 votes

#4 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/30/2008

Ben is accused of murder after a drunken and drugged night out. Ben's barrister will stop at nothing the prove that he is innocent.

Directors: Otto Bathurst
Writer: Peter Moffat
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Episode 2
star
7.69
116 votes

#5 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/1/2008

Ben's legal team decide to try and come up with a deal with the prosecution but it will mean Ben has to lie whilst being questioned. Ben makes an enemy whilst being held on remand.

Directors: Otto Bathurst
Writer: Peter Moffat
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