The BEST episodes of Indian Summers season 1

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

Set against the sweeping grandeur of the Himalayas and tea plantations of Northern India, the drama tells the rich and explosive story of the decline of the British Empire and the birth of modern India, from both sides of the experience. But at the heart of the story lie the implications and ramifications of the tangled web of passions, rivalries and clashes that define the lives of those brought together in this summer which will change everything.

Last Updated: 4/5/2024Network: Channel 4Status: Ended
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Episode 10
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7.95
76 votes

#1 - Episode 10

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/19/2015

It's the end of the summer season and Ramu's fate is left in Ralph's hands. Now he knows the truth behind the murder, will he let an innocent man hang? A vote takes place at the club to lift the colour bar, and although Ronnie tells Cynthia it was on Willingdon's orders, she knows it's really an act of vengeance by Ralph following their recent argument. Alice and Aafrin go public with their relationship, while Sarah is distraught as she prepares to say goodbye to India and her husband.

Directors: David Moore
Writer: Paul Rutman
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Episode 1
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7.93
152 votes

#2 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/15/2015

Ralph Whelan and the rest of the Indian Civil Service begin the annual move to Simla where the doyenne of British society Cynthia Coffin prepares the exclusive white British Club for the summer season.

Directors: Anand Tucker
Writer: Paul Rutman
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Episode 8
star
7.88
69 votes

#3 - Episode 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/5/2015

The British community turn out in force for the murder trial. Ian is wracked with guilt about his part in Ramu's arrest and Leena is torn apart in the witness box.

Directors: David Moore
Writer: Anna Symon
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Episode 9
star
7.72
68 votes

#4 - Episode 9

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/12/2015

Madeleine is dealt some devastating news, and Alice is terrified when Sarah threatens to tell everyone that Alice's husband is alive. Tensions between Ralph and Cynthia escalate.

Directors: David Moore
Writer: Paul Rutman
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Episode 3
star
7.58
113 votes

#5 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/1/2015

It's the Sipi Fair in Simla, the only time in the year that the Indian community are allowed onto the grounds of the British Club.

Directors: Anand Tucker
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Episode 7
star
7.54
81 votes

#6 - Episode 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/29/2015

Simla is buzzing as it prepares for the annual amateur dramatic production, but the play is overshadowed by the news that a murder victim has been found in the river.

Directors: Jamie Payne
Writer: Lisa McGee
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Episode 6
star
7.52
97 votes

#7 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/22/2015

The pressure continues to mount on Ralph as Jaya reveals the real reason for her visit to Simla. A mountaineer saves Alice, Madeleine and Ronnie from a perilous situation.

Directors: Jamie Payne
Writer: Paul Rutman
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Episode 2
star
7.26
129 votes

#8 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/22/2015

Sarah becomes suspicious of Alice's past and begins some detective work to uncover the real reasons behind her move to India.

Directors: Anand Tucker
Writer: Paul Rutman
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Episode 5
star
7.19
110 votes

#9 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/15/2015

Ralph tries to take advantage of divisions among the Indian communities. Cynthia is shocked by Eugene's revelation about his finances. Sarah places Alice in a very difficult position.

Directors: Jamie Payne
Writer: Paul Rutman
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Episode 4
star
7.10
103 votes

#10 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/8/2015

There's much excitement in Simla as the Viceroy arrives. Ralph is troubled when he discovers that the only evidence that linked Chandru Mohan to the Congress Party is missing.

Directors: Anand Tucker
Writer: Paul Rutman
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