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The Best Episodes of The Bridge

Every episode of The Bridge ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Bridge!

Best episode
S4E8 Episode 8
8.91,289 votes
Worst episode
S2E2 Episode 2
7.71,098 votes
Top season
Season 4
8.2avg
Binge time
1d 13h
38 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Bridge Season 4 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.9/10(1289 votes)

    S4:E8

    Henrik and Astrid are trying to get used to being father and daughter again. Meanwhile Saga gets a breakthrough and the murderer is revealed and arrested under dramatic circumstances. The murderer even confesses to the six killings/revenges. But Saga discovers something which doesn't fit. She goes back to the prison in Sweden and talks to the girl who almost killed her, and here she gets a terrible suspicion: there is another killer - and there is still one person left to be a victim!

    Director:Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.7/10(1373 votes)

    S2:E10

    It becomes apparent that the case isn't over and Saga and Martin race to prevent another terrorist attack. Saga faces a decision that may destroy her friendship with Martin.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.7/10(1201 votes)

    S3:E10

    Rasmus has discovered Freddie's abandoned helicopter in a disused concrete factory and is told to wait for back-up.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  4. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.6/10(1526 votes)

    S1:E10

    The crime spree is resolved. However, many loose threads remain.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  5. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.6/10(1442 votes)

    S1:E9

    Things are brought closer to home when the criminal's mask is removed.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Bridge Season 4 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.6/10(969 votes)

    S4:E7

    The inquiry into Tommy continues and Solveig still refuses to cooperate. She talks neither with Saga nor Jonas. The question is how long they can keep her in holding if they do not obtain any evidence. Lillian is still under pressure from the management to find the culprit, and now it seems that there is a leak in the department. In the meantime Saga makes a breakthrough in the search for Henrik's family.

    Director:Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.4/10(1095 votes)

    S2:E9

    Saga and Martin have a sketch of the suspect, but can they get to them in time to avert 'The Graduation'. Their friendship is placed under strain by Martins inquiry into Saga's past.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.3/10(969 votes)

    S3:E8

    As the Internal Affairs investigation continues over the death of Saga's mother, the pressure on her becomes intense. Saga, Henrik and John receive new leads when it becomes clear a potential suspect in the mysterious serial killings is actually a victim.

    Directors:Henrik Georgsson, Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  9. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.3/10(955 votes)

    S3:E9

    A captive Jeanette's whereabouts are located by Freddie using a tracking device and, with all resources being utilised to investigate the kidnapping, Saga is brought back from suspension to help Henrik follow a tip on who is behind the abduction.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  10. The Bridge Season 4 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.3/10(929 votes)

    S4:E6

    Henrik believes he found the connection between all victims and an unexpected finding ends up on the investigation board. At the same time, the crack between him and Saga is greater than ever.

    Director:Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.1/10(1324 votes)

    S1:E8

    Because the detectives suspect that a policeman is involved, a profile of the killer is developed and several police fit the profile and a search among them begins. The hunt continues and a particular suspect is found.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(980 votes)

    S3:E6

    A sceptical Henrik and Saga are initially unimpressed when a young art curator suggests a connection between the murders of Helle Anker and Lars-Ove Abrahamsson and the brutal attack on Hans, but his theory leads them to interview Freddie Holst, a successful businessman with a substantial art collection. The detectives are called to yet another victim whose mutilation seems to be the work of their serial killer.

    Directors:Henrik Georgsson, Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  13. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.1/10(972 votes)

    S3:E7

    Burglars make the gruesome discovery of two new victims, which Henrik recognises reflect the title of another of Freddie Holst's artworks called Cancel Christmas. The victims were foster carers and, whilst the team await a list of their charges, Saga and Henrik receive a breakthrough lead from John's new girlfriend Tina, who has been staking out the Holst house.

    Directors:Henrik Georgsson, Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  14. The Bridge Season 4 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(912 votes)

    S4:E4

    Taariq recognizes a car related to the case. He wants to push the owner for money, but is himself accused of robbery. Saga fears that will be more murders and Henrik's efforts for the homeless girls end up in disappointment.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Bridge Season 4 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(916 votes)

    S4:E5

    Saga and Henrik keep searching for a link between the murder victims. Lillian is reprimanded by her superiors. Dan finds out where his ex-wife and son are and causes trouble. The relationship between Saga and Henrik is tested to the limit and may have hit its breaking point.

    Director:Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(961 votes)

    S3:E5

    Saga and Henrik interview the estranged sister of the latest victim, who mentions that he had been cautioned after complaints from some of his pupils. Whilst nursing the hospitalised Hans, Lillian discovers a wound inside his cheek and Saga immediately orders the re-examination of previous victims. Claus attends the gallery opening of works from Freddie Holst's private collection and is alarmed when Anneka arrives and demands admittance.

    Directors:Henrik Georgsson, Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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  17. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(994 votes)

    S3:E4

    Saga and her new partner Henrik grow closer together while new discoveries shed light on how the murder cases are linked together.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Astrid Øye

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  18. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.0/10(1042 votes)

    S2:E6

    A sunken boat containing skeletal remains is found, that appears to be related to the eco-terrorist case. Martin's son is taken into hospital in a serious condition.

    Directors:Kathrine Windfeld, Morten Arnfred
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(1048 votes)

    S2:E5

    As the investigation moves forward a new group of four, animal head wearing, eco-terrorists post a video online. Saga is having some relationship "issues".

    Directors:Kathrine Windfeld, Morten Arnfred
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.0/10(1060 votes)

    S2:E8

    Martin visits Jens in prison and seems to be getting to him. As they re-interview witnesses Saga suspects a statement has been tampered with. Laura regains consciousness and remembers what her assailant looks like.

    Directors:Kathrine Windfeld, Morten Arnfred
    Writer:Maren Louise Käehne

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  21. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.0/10(1066 votes)

    S2:E3

    Saga and Martin continue their hunt for the eco-terrorists, who have realised the police are on their trail.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.0/10(1324 votes)

    S1:E7

    A bus-load of children is kidnapped and are threatened to be killed. The police believe that the kidnapper is the killer, and the hunt continues.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Bridge Season 4 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.9/10(924 votes)

    S4:E3

    Henrik and Saga suspect that Taariq and the missing expert on left-wing radicals are hiding something, and collaborate to reveal them. They disagree on how to handle the homeless girls who still refuse to give up their identity.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.9/10(988 votes)

    S3:E3

    Saga and her new partner Henrik follow leads in finding their kidnapped boss Hans. In the meantime personal developments in Saga's life influence her work as a police officer.

    Director:Henrik Georgsson
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Bridge Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.9/10(1021 votes)

    S3:E2

    With the detectives now working on two so-called 'clown murders', a prime suspect is the traumatised son of the first victim, who is on the run. The usually phlegmatic Saga is distracted from the investigation by the unwelcome appearance of her mother, who insists on showing her a medical file, hoping to find a resolution to their estrangement.

    Directors:Henrik Georgsson, Rumle Hammerich
    Writer:Hans Rosenfeldt

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 8" is the best rated episode of The Bridge. It scored 8.9/10 from 1,289 votes. Directed by Rumle Hammerich and written by Unknown, it aired on February 18, 2018. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 10".

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