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R.J. Decker S1E3 — The Needle and the Damage Done
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R.J. Decker•Season 1•Episode 3

The Needle and the Damage Done

7.3/10 · 474 votesMar 17, 202644 min

Ranked #8 of 9 in Season 1•−0.2 vs season avg

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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.

Directed byTara Nicole Weyr
Written byLiz Friedman
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Scott Speedman

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R.J. Decker

Jaina Lee Ortiz

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Emi Ochoa

Kevin Rankin

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Aloysius 'Wish' Aiken

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Catherine Delacroix

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Episode Summary

"The Needle and the Damage Done" is episode 3 of R.J. Decker season 1. It scored 7.3/10 from 474 votes, ranking #8 of 9 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Tara Nicole Weyr and written by Liz Friedman, it aired on March 17, 2026.

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