The BEST episodes of The Tunnel season 1

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

When a prominent French politician is found dead on the border between the UK and France, detectives Karl Roebuck and Elise Wassermann are sent to investigate on behalf of their respective countries. The case takes a surreal turn when a shocking discovery is made at the crime scene, forcing the French and British police into an uneasy partnership. (Adaptation of Swedish-Danish series Bron / Broen)

Last Updated: 12/7/2024Network: Sky Atlantic (UK)Status: Ended
Episode 10
star
8.29
599 votes

#1 - Episode 10

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/18/2013

The tense crime drama comes to an unmissable climax as Karl falls apart when the Truth Terrorist's change of direction becomes too much to bear.

Directors: Thomas Vincent
Writer: Ben Richards
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Episode 9
star
8.08
630 votes

#2 - Episode 9

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/11/2013

As the police get within a hair's breadth of catching the killer, things take a nasty turn for Karl.

Directors: Thomas Vincent
Writer: Chris Lang
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Episode 7
star
7.91
687 votes

#3 - Episode 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/27/2013

The killer finally might have been caught as the fifth and final truth incites mob violence in England and France.

Directors: Philip Martin
Writer: Emma Frost
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Episode 8
star
7.89
667 votes

#4 - Episode 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/4/2013

When Karl searches Danny's flat things start falling into place. Whilst the French police capture the prime suspect before losing him. Elise goes missing.

Directors: Thomas Vincent
Writer: Ben Richards
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Episode 4
star
7.71
674 votes

#5 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/6/2013

Runaway teen Sophie puts her trust in Benji. Whilst the race is on to find a elderly pensioner before he freezes to death at the hands of the killer.

Directors: Udayan Prasad
Writer: Chris Lang
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Episode 6
star
7.64
624 votes

#6 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/20/2013

Karl and Elise's suspicions are rested on Stephen Beaumont as the killers fourth truth begins, but are they chasing the right man?

Directors: Hettie Macdonald
Writer: George Kay
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Episode 5
star
7.64
659 votes

#7 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/13/2013

The Truth Terrorist's third truth begins as Benji carries out his Samurai mission. The police hope to use teenage runaway Sophie to help trap the killer.

Directors: Hettie Macdonald
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Episode 3
star
7.56
711 votes

#8 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/30/2013

The team are faced with a race against time as the killer strikes again and this time it's a elderly victim.

Directors: Udayan Prasad
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Episode 1
star
7.47
1046 votes

#9 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/16/2013

When a prominent French politician is found dead on the border between the UK and France, detectives Karl Roebuck and Elise Wassermann are sent to investigate on behalf of their respective countries. However, the case takes a surreal turn when a shocking discovery is made at the crime scene, forcing the French and British police into an uneasy partnership.

Directors: Dominik Moll
Writer: Ben Richards
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Episode 2
star
7.42
905 votes

#10 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/23/2013

As the killers second 'truth' comes to light, Karl and Elise cross paths with Stephen Beaumont again.

Directors: Dominik Moll
Writer: Ben Richards
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