The BEST episodes of Detectorists season 1

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

They're not metal detectors, they're detectorists. Misfit friends Lance and Andy comb the fields of Danebury for hidden treasure and a change of fortune.

Last Updated: 3/13/2026Network: BBC FourStatus: Ended
Episode 6
star
8.25
404 votes

#1 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/6/2014

A huge hole has been excavated, and police are looking into it. Larry Bishop's invisible dogs have disappeared without trace.

Directors: Mackenzie Crook
Episode 3
star
7.91
445 votes

#2 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/16/2014

Terry is keen to help Lance and Andy search at a farm, as he's convinced that's where Larry Bishop has buried his missing wife.

Directors: Mackenzie Crook
Episode 5
star
7.90
435 votes

#3 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/30/2014

Even though Andy, Lance, Becky and Sophie are barely talking to each other, their secrets are on the verge of being revealed.

Directors: Mackenzie Crook
Watch Now:Apple TV
Episode 4
star
7.79
457 votes

#4 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/2014

Terry announces he is standing down as leader of the DMDC, unleashing a bitter winner-takes-all scramble for presidential power.

Directors: Mackenzie Crook
Watch Now:Apple TV
Episode 2
star
7.62
439 votes

#5 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/9/2014

Lance and Andy are on the trail of the holy grail of metal detecting - the final resting place of King Sexred of the East Saxons.

Directors: Mackenzie Crook
Watch Now:Apple TV
Episode 1
star
7.42
519 votes

#6 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/2/2014

Lance and Andy embark on a journey towards the discovery of a lifetime.

Directors: Mackenzie Crook
Watch Now:Apple TV