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The Best Episodes of Parade's End Season 1

Every episode of Parade's End Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Parade's End Season 1!

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The story of a love triangle between a conservative English aristocrat, his mean socialite wife and a young suffragette in the midst of World War I and a Europe on the brink of profound change.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Parade's End Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.4/10(438 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    In the dying days of the Edwardian Empire, Christopher Tietjens enters into a destructive marriage with the beautiful but cruel socialite Sylvia. Ignoring her overt flirtation with other men, Christopher resolves to remain faithful to her, even when he encounters fearless young suffragette Valentine.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Parade's End Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(377 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    While Sylvia and Christopher are reunited publicly, their relationship remains turbulent in private. In the run up to war Christopher finds himself torn between his marriage vows and his feelings for Valentine.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Parade's End Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.3/10(350 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Vicious rumours about Christopher abound, leading to tragedy at Groby. Sylvia finds a new admirer who proves a distraction as the war continues, and Valentine moves to London. Meanwhile, Edith and MacMaster plan a new life together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Parade's End Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.6/10(327 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    In Rouen, an exhausted Christopher prepares soldiers for the draft. Back in London, Sylvia decides to visit her husband in France, oblivious to the consequences this will have for him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Parade's End Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.7/10(345 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Christopher is sent to the Front with McKechnie and Perowne. While Valentine waits for news of Christopher, Sylvia - now ensconced at Groby - makes one final, desperate play for him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Parade's End" season 1. It scored 7.4/10 based on 438 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/24/2012. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".