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The Best Episodes of The Bridge

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A murdered body on a bridge between El Paso and Juarez bring together El Paso detective Sonya Cross and Chihuahua State Police detective Marco Ruiz.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Bridge Season 1 Episode 11 - Take the Ride, Pay the Toll
    8.3/10(524 votes)

    #1 - Take the Ride, Pay the Toll

    S1:E11

    Showdown on the bridge as the Killer reveals his endgame.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writers:Dario Scardapane, Elwood Reid

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  2. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 10 - Eidolon
    8.2/10(325 votes)

    #2 - Eidolon

    S2:E10

    Sonya & Marco sift through the fallout. Hank harbors a valuable bargaining chip. Frye and Adriana dig into CIA dirt. Fausto makes an irreversible move.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writer:Patrick Somerville

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  3. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 9 - Rakshasa
    8.1/10(310 votes)

    #3 - Rakshasa

    S2:E9

    Sonya finds herself in the crosshairs as Marco races against the clock. Fausto discovers betrayal within his organization. An unexpected rendezvous unfolds at Red Ridge View.

    Director:Guillermo Navarro
    Writer:Marisha Mukerjee

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  4. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 9 - The Beetle
    8.0/10(452 votes)

    #4 - The Beetle

    S1:E9

    Marco reconnects with a friend from his past and races to save his family. Charlotte responds to her biggest threat. Linder reveals his true feelings.

    Director:Keith Gordon
    Writer:Elwood Reid

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  5. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 7 - Destino
    7.9/10(486 votes)

    #5 - Destino

    S1:E7

    The EPPD corners their prime suspect. Charlotte questions Ray's true intentions. Linder crosses the border and takes on his most difficult case yet.

    Director:Chris Fisher
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 8 - Vendetta
    7.9/10(473 votes)

    #6 - Vendetta

    S1:E8

    Sonya pursues a cold lead despite Marco's insistence that it's a dead end. Charlotte finds out that Ray has jeopardized her ranch.

    Director:Norberto Barba
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 4 - Maria of the Desert
    7.8/10(517 votes)

    #7 - Maria of the Desert

    S1:E4

    The clock ticks as Maria's broadcast continues. Sonya searches for the girl's location. Against protocol, Marco works a unique ransom angle. A powerful Juarez force crosses the border.

    Director:Bill Johnson
    Writer:Chris Gerolmo

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  8. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 10 - Old Friends
    7.8/10(434 votes)

    #8 - Old Friends

    S1:E10

    Sonya and Marco close in on the Killer. Charlotte takes drastic measures to protect her ranch. Frye learns that demons from his past aren’t done with him yet.

    Director:Alex Zakrzewski
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 6 - Harvest of Souls
    7.8/10(324 votes)

    #9 - Harvest of Souls

    S2:E6

    Eva’s case hits a wall, putting Marco and Sonya in the crosshairs. Jack Dobbs digs up his past. Frye makes a career move. Eva takes matters into her own hands.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Evan Wright

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  10. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.7/10(826 votes)

    #10 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    When a body is found on the bridge connecting El Paso and Juarez, two detectives, one from the United States and one from Mexico, must work together to hunt down a serial killer operating on both sides of the border.

    Director:Gerardo Naranjo
    Writers:Meredith Stiehm, Elwood Reid

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  11. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 5 - The Beast
    7.7/10(506 votes)

    #11 - The Beast

    S1:E5

    Sonya and Marco suspect a cover-up. Charlotte goes to Marco for advice. A troubled girl seeks adventure in Juarez. A visitor stops by Linder's apartment.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton
    Writer:Esta Spalding

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  12. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 6 - ID
    7.7/10(469 votes)

    #12 - ID

    S1:E6

    Sonya bonds with a key witness from the case. Marco uncovers secrets about Sonya and Hank's past. Meanwhile, Charlotte seeks help from an old friend.

    Director:Alex Zakrzewski
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  13. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 7 - Lamia
    7.7/10(321 votes)

    #13 - Lamia

    S2:E7

    Sonya uncovers the truth behind Lisa’s death. Marco lies on the record. Frye & Adriana make a discovery that has their loved ones in danger.

    Director:Adam Arkin
    Writers:Anna Fishko, Dre Alvarez

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  14. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 8 - Goliath
    7.7/10(304 votes)

    #14 - Goliath

    S2:E8

    Sonya visits a stranger from her past while Marco’s tainted history is unearthed. Frye takes a step too far. Eleanor’s loyalties are tested. A move is made to apprehend Fausto.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writers:Dario Scardapane, Elwood Reid

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  15. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 11 - Beholder
    7.7/10(293 votes)

    #15 - Beholder

    S2:E11

    Marco hits a crossroads in his relationship with Fausto. Sonya squares off with Eleanor. Linder and Eva discuss their future. Frye and Adriana uncover a rift between agencies.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writers:Mauricio Katz, Evan Wright

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  16. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 2 - Calaca
    7.6/10(620 votes)

    #16 - Calaca

    S1:E2

    Marco and Sonya investigate the body from the bridge. Frye learns that the Killer isn't done with him. Charlotte makes an unwelcome discovery on her property.

    Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan
    Writer:Elwood Reid

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  17. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 13 - The Crazy Place
    7.6/10(432 votes)

    #17 - The Crazy Place

    S1:E13

    Sonya and Marco search for a missing girl. Charlotte meets someone who knows too much about her new business venture. Marco makes a decision that could change everything.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton
    Writers:Dario Scardapane, Elwood Reid

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  18. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 1 - Yankee
    7.6/10(425 votes)

    #18 - Yankee

    S2:E1

    Sonya meets a man connected to her past as Marco discovers he is no longer safe in his own department. Frye & Adriana investigate the origins of the "money house." A mysterious woman crosses The Bridge into El Paso.

    Director:Keith Gordon
    Writer:Elwood Reid

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  19. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 2 - Ghost of a Flea
    7.6/10(355 votes)

    #19 - Ghost of a Flea

    S2:E2

    A bizarre killing attracts attention on both sides of the border. Frye & Adriana find more than they bargained for with their first lead. Eleanor enlists the help of a young boy.

    Director:Daniel Sackheim
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 5 - Eye of the Deep
    7.6/10(305 votes)

    #20 - Eye of the Deep

    S2:E5

    Sonya & Hank discover the depth of the crimes against Eva. Marco confronts an old nemesis. Frye receives a proposition from the DEA. Fausto gets his revenge.

    Director:Alex Zakrzewski
    Writer:Mauricio Katz

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  21. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 12 - Quetzalcoatl
    7.6/10(295 votes)

    #21 - Quetzalcoatl

    S2:E12

    Marco becomes Fausto’s ticket to freedom. Sonya attempts to interpret Eleanor’s ledger. Frye and Adriana aid the EPPD investigation.

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen
    Writers:Dario Scardapane, Adam Gaines

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  22. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 3 - Rio
    7.5/10(546 votes)

    #22 - Rio

    S1:E3

    Sonya and Marco race to track down a prime suspect who could lead them to the lone desert survivor. Charlotte confronts an unexpected visitor determined to keep business as usual.

    Director:Charlotte Sieling
    Writer:Meredith Stiehm

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  23. The Bridge Season 1 Episode 12 - All About Eva
    7.5/10(421 votes)

    #23 - All About Eva

    S1:E12

    Sonya uses Linder's latest problem to repair her relationship with Marco. Charlotte forms an unlikely alliance.

    Director:S.J. Clarkson
    Writer:Esta Spalding

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  24. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 3 - Sorrowsworn
    7.5/10(331 votes)

    #24 - Sorrowsworn

    S2:E3

    Sonya & Marco make an unsettling discovery as they continue to track Eleanor. Charlotte's business takes a hit. Eva & Linder are reunited.

    Director:Stefan Schwartz
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  25. The Bridge Season 2 Episode 13 - Jubilex
    7.5/10(310 votes)

    #25 - Jubilex

    S2:E13

    Marco’s loyalty is put to the ultimate test. Sonya attempts to tie up loose ends. Eleanor yearns for closure. Frye and Adriana land an insider source.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Elwood Reid

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Best Episodes Summary

"Take the Ride, Pay the Toll" is the best rated episode of "The Bridge". It scored 8.3/10 based on 524 votes. Directed by John Dahl and written by Dario Scardapane, Elwood Reid, it aired on 9/18/2013. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Eidolon".