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The Best Episodes of R.J. Decker Season 1

Every episode of R.J. Decker Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of R.J. Decker Season 1!

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Ex-con photographer RJ Decker becomes a PI in South Florida, solving strange cases with help from his journalist ex, her cop wife, and an enigmatic woman from his past who may help or destroy him.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 9 - Even Walls Fall Down
    8.0/10(376 votes)

    S1:E9

    After R.J. learns the truth about what happened on the fateful day Lucas stole his camera, he enlists his inner circle to help him take down Victor Ochoa.

    Director:Christine Moore
    Writer:Robert Doherty

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  2. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 6 - Brenner's Back
    7.8/10(397 votes)

    S1:E6

    R.J. helps a young woman uncover the truth behind her boyfriend's sudden death; a dangerous figure from R.J.'s past resurfaces, bent on revenge.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Jamie Savarese

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  3. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 8 - Burn the Boats
    7.8/10(366 votes)

    S1:E8

    R.J. struggles with a difficult decision; Emi must contend with her family's secrets.

    Director:Kenneth Biller
    Writer:Jason Tracey

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  4. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 4 - In Vanity Veritas
    7.5/10(453 votes)

    S1:E4

    R.J. finds himself at the center of a suburban housewife murder mystery; Catherine worries that R.J. is getting too close to Emi.

    Director:Holly Dale
    Writer:Kenneth Biller

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  5. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 5 - Burn Notice
    7.5/10(413 votes)

    S1:E5

    R.J. unravels the truth about a Little League coach whose family is being mysteriously targeted; R.J.'s parole officer worries that he is pushing the boundaries of his conditional release.

    Director:Christine Moore
    Writer:Jason Tracey

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  6. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 7 - You've Got Bale
    7.5/10(375 votes)

    S1:E7

    R.J. takes on a strange case following a grocery store robbery gone wrong; Emi's loyalty is tested when her father's misdeeds come to light.

    Director:Seith Mann
    Writer:Juan Carlos Fernandez

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  7. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 2 - Twenty Pounds of Clem in a Ten-Pound Bag
    7.3/10(530 votes)

    S1:E2

    Wish enlists R.J.'s help on a bizarre case when his late cellmate's son is wrongly accused of murder.

    Director:Paul McGuigan
    Writer:Robert Doherty

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  8. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 3 - The Needle and the Damage Done
    7.3/10(474 votes)

    S1:E3

    R.J. is recruited by Emi to investigate the disappearance of a wealthy rehab tycoon's son; Mel and Catherine discover they have different views on parenting and finances.

    Director:Tara Nicole Weyr
    Writer:Liz Friedman

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  9. R.J. Decker Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.2/10(744 votes)

    S1:E1

    Ex-con photographer R.J. Decker becomes a private investigator in South Florida, solving strange cases with help from his journalist ex, her cop wife, and an enigmatic woman from his past who may help or destroy him.

    Director:Paul McGuigan
    Writer:Robert Doherty

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Even Walls Fall Down" is the best rated episode of "R.J. Decker" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 376 votes. Directed by Christine Moore and written by Robert Doherty, it aired on 4/28/2026. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Brenner's Back".