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The Best Episodes of A Very British Scandal Season 1

Every episode of A Very British Scandal Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of A Very British Scandal Season 1!

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The true story of a duchess publicly shamed in a high society divorce that gripped the nation.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    A Very British Scandal Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.9/10(418 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Heiress Margaret Sweeny is in the midst of a divorce when she meets the dashing (and married) Ian Campbell, future Duke of Argyll.

    Director:Anne Sewitsky
    Writer:Sarah Phelps

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  2. A Very British Scandal Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.1/10(329 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Putting aside gnawing doubts about her marriage, Margaret continues with her plan to secure her claim to Inveraray Castle.

    Director:Anne Sewitsky
    Writer:Sarah Phelps

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  3. A Very British Scandal Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.3/10(322 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Battlelines are drawn as the Duke and Duchess of Argyll enter into a bloody separation, all played out in the white-hot glare of a ravenous press.

    Director:Anne Sewitsky
    Writer:Sarah Phelps

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "A Very British Scandal" season 1. It scored 6.9/10 based on 418 votes. Directed by Anne Sewitsky and written by Sarah Phelps, it aired on 12/26/2021. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".