The WORST episodes of The Golden Hour (2022)
Every episode of The Golden Hour (2022) ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Golden Hour (2022)!
Mardik, a committed detective of Afghan origin, is distrusted by a secret service employee after she discovers something about his past. One evening, Mardik receives a text message revealing that his childhood friend Faysal has come to the Netherlands. From that moment on, the lives of many residents of Amsterdam are in danger.
#2 - Europe on fire
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/18/2025
After the hostage situation, the city transforms into a powder keg. Riots, retaliation, and fear engulf the Netherlands. As the streets explode and Joëlle follows leads to Brussels, Mardik realizes the terrorists now have his family directly in their sights. In Brussels, Frederique discovers that the danger is greater than any one country can handle and that the threat isn't limited to the Netherlands but has penetrated deep into European institutions. The violence in the streets turns out to be part of a network bent on disrupting Europe.
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#3 - When the fire is out
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/18/2025
On the surface, calm returns, but behind the scenes, chaos remains immense. Mardik discovers that Michelle and Pip are being held hostage and that Tigre is using them as leverage. To get closer to the terrorists, he embarks on a risky infiltration. Meanwhile, Joëlle and Frederique stumble upon a crucial link within Eurapol, where power and betrayal collide. Max becomes more entangled in Gideon's grasp, who mercilessly exploits his weaknesses. What seems safe turns out to be the preparation of a new attack. Tigre seems to hold all the cards when Mardik uncovers a terrible truth.
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#7 - Stick to the plan
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/18/2025
The hostage situation takes a horrific turn, deeply affecting Joëlle. Nigel tries to negotiate but runs into trouble. Driven by rage and revenge, Joëlle discovers that a police officer is involved in the plot. She tries to contact him. Max is in danger of falling into the wrong hands. Mardik tries to evade his pursuers and contact Michelle and Pip. The hostage takers' plan becomes increasingly clear—and increasingly deadly.
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#9 - Hour zero
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/18/2025
An international conference in Amsterdam descends into chaos and violence, followed by a violent hostage situation, when heavily armed men storm the building. Hundreds of attendees are locked inside, the demands are harsh and personal. Nigel leads the operation but loses control. Joëlle chooses a dangerous route, while Mardik becomes the explicit target of the hostages. He realizes that the hostage situation is no mere incident—it is the beginning of a plan that proves much larger and deadlier than anticipated.
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#11 - The Beginning
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/18/2025
In Croatia, Tigre finally reveals his darkest side. Mardik is in danger of losing what he holds most dear as Tigre manipulates and pressures him with Michelle and Pip. He's trapped when Tigre forces him to do the unthinkable. A brutal attack in Brussels looms, and Mardik and Joëlle must do what they can—and save Michelle and Pip at the same time. Max seems to have turned to the dark side, but nothing is as it seems. The clock is ticking as the meeting in Brussels begins, and even Michelle and Pip are brought to the scene of the attack by Tigre. What seems like the end turns out to be only the beginning.
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#12 - Fall or fight
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/18/2025
After an attempt on his life, a desperate Mardik escapes from prison. Joëlle—suspended and against the rules—decides to help him anyway. As the deadly hunt for Mardik escalates, they try to support each other as best they can. Meanwhile, Officer Max grapples with the aftermath of the terror he witnessed firsthand. In the shadows, a terrorist group prepares for action.
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