The Best Episodes Directed By Rupert Goold

Every TV Episode Directed by Rupert Goold Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(2 votes)
    S1:E1

    With the England team at an all-time low, Gareth Southgate becomes the new manager. Haunted by his own penalty miss, he transforms the squad’s mindset with a radical new approach.

    Director:Rupert Goold
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Richard II
    7.7/10(14 votes)
    S1:E1

    King Richard is called upon to settle a dispute between his cousin Henry Bolingbroke and Thomas Mowbray. Richard calls for a duel but then halts it just before swords clash. Both men are banished from the realm. Richard visits John of Gaunt, Bolingbroke's father, who, in the throes of death, reprimands the king. After seizing Gaunt's money and land, Richard leaves for wars against the rebels in Ireland. Bolingbroke returns to claim back his inheritance. Supported by his allies, Northumberland and the Duke of York, Bolingbroke takes Richard prisoner and lays claim to the throne.

    Director:Rupert Goold
    Writer:N/A

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Rupert Goold Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode directed by Rupert Goold. It scored 8.0/10 from 2 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on May 24, 2026. It is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "Richard II".