The BEST episodes of Taggart season 27

Every episode of Taggart season 27, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Taggart season 27!

In the early eighties, Robert Love, Controller of Drama at Scottish Television, and Glenn Chandler, pathologist turned writer, created a Glaswegian police detective named Jim Taggart. A creation which resulted in a world-wide successful television drama that has lasted for over twenty years. With over eighty episodes currently in the can the series, which follows the exploits of Maryhill CID, continues to win over viewers old and new despite major changes in the cast which caused most in the business to write it off. Since the pilot episode "Killer", the only installment to not carry the trade mark name, to the most recently aired episode, the show has presented more grizzly murders and plot twists than even the most ardent of fans can remember. Its film noir quality along with the stunning setting of Glasgow, the second city of the empire, that helps it remain a success even after all these years. The excellent cast, both present and past, have provided characters which have become much loved and remain in the hearts of fans even after their departure. This guide is dedicated to the memories of Mark McManus, Iain Anders, Robert Robertson, and Tom Watson. Taggart is now 20 years old becoming the longest running police drama on television the show is still as popular as it was when Mark McManus was at the helm. Taggart is made by SMG Productions and broadcast on the ITV network over the UK.

Last Updated: 3/31/2024Network: STV (UK)Status: Ended
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Silent Truth
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7.75
4 votes

#1 - Silent Truth

Season 27 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/17/2010

When Iranian refugee Farid Mamood is burned to death, it initially appears that a racially motivated murder has occurred. But Burke is not so sure.

Directors: Bill Anderson
Writer: David Kane
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The Ends of Justice
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7.33
6 votes

#2 - The Ends of Justice

Season 27 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2010

Newly promoted DI Reid leads the murder investigation when a busker is stabbed to death in the city centre, but as the case progresses, Ross's life begins to unravel.

Directors: Bill Anderson
Writer: David Kane
Watch Now:Amazon
Abuse of Trust
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7.27
37 votes

#3 - Abuse of Trust

Season 27 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/10/2010

When shipworkers' union leader Will Ramsay is shot dead in the middle of a labour dispute, corporate killing seems the most likely cause. But the real motivations lie much closer to home.

Directors: Bill Anderson
Writer: David Kane
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Bad Medicine
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7.24
37 votes

#4 - Bad Medicine

Season 27 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2010

When a newly-qualified doctor is found tortured and mutilated in a vacant warehouse, the team discover connections with a drug-trafficking case.

Directors: Bill Anderson
Writer: David Kane
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Fallen Angels
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7.17
6 votes

#5 - Fallen Angels

Season 27 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/24/2010

When three children and their father are found dead in a tenement flat, what initially appears to be an open and shut case becomes something altogether more sinister.

Directors: Bill Anderson
Writer: David Kane
Watch Now:Amazon
Bloodsport
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5.36
33 votes

#6 - Bloodsport

Season 27 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/31/2010

The murder of a boxer leads the team into a murky world of cage fighting, illegal gambling and lap dancing. And Ross's own gambling addiction is exposed

Directors: Bill Anderson
Writer: David Kane