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The Best Episodes of The Dumping Ground Season 9

Every episode of The Dumping Ground Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Dumping Ground Season 9!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 1 - Moment of Truth
    4.1/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Moment of Truth

    S9:E1

    Lying is a way of life for Jay and it always gets him out of trouble. But, when he is guilty of stealing a laptop, Jay cannot fall back on his lies, he must tell the truth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 2 - Sweet and Sour
    8.4/10(10 votes)

    #2 - Sweet and Sour

    S9:E2

    Deciding to tackle her anger issues head on, Jody goes to counselling sessions. However, as the questions get tougher, Jody must rise to the challenge and face the darkest of her demons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 3 - The Remote
    7.4/10(10 votes)

    #3 - The Remote

    S9:E3

    Sasha has the perfect spot on the sofa, but she is not the only one with a game plan as alliances are formed and friendships are tested, all in a fight for the coveted TV remote.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 4 - The Diwata of Ogleton Wood
    4.4/10(9 votes)

    #4 - The Diwata of Ogleton Wood

    S9:E4

    Unearthing a box of her Mum’s belongings, Taz is pulled into a mystery surrounding the fate of local woods. To solve it, she will have to come face to face with tough memories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 5 - Old Friends
    4.2/10(9 votes)

    #5 - Old Friends

    S9:E5

    Shocked to meet Fred’s original owner, Sid’s world is turned upside down as he faces a race against time to retrieve Fred and stake his claim to his best friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 6 - Partners in Crime
    5.9/10(8 votes)

    #6 - Partners in Crime

    S9:E6

    Consistently ignored by the others, Floss has had enough. When a new arrival offers Floss a deal she can’t refuse, Floss’s selfishness goes into overdrive, with big consequences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 7 - Festival Fibber
    8.1/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Festival Fibber

    S9:E7

    Sasha has had the best night of her life at the Electrik Rokk Festival, even if May-Li banned her from going. However, now someone knows she was there, and Sasha needs to stop them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 8 - Losing Your Cool
    4.1/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Losing Your Cool

    S9:E8

    Jay’s cool persona is put under the microscope after he falls for a girl.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 9 - Memory Lane
    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #9 - Memory Lane

    S9:E9

    May-Li’s forced to confront her troubled relationship with her family after her glamorous and successful cousin makes a surprise visit to the DG with some big news!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 10 - Run, Rescue, Repeat
    6.3/10(10 votes)

    #10 - Run, Rescue, Repeat

    S9:E10

    Shocked to see her younger brother Murphy arrive at the DG, Sasha’s patience is pushed to the limit as she questions if she can really tame this tearaway.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 11 - Saviour
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    #11 - Saviour

    S9:E11

    Fresh from a visit to her mum, Ruby is keen to make it up to an old friend. However, when her fears grow that they might be in trouble, Ruby must risk it all to help save them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 12 - Friend Zone
    6.0/10(11 votes)

    #12 - Friend Zone

    S9:E12

    It’s the day of Sasha’s art exhibit, and Jody has forgotten. Hoping to make it up to her, Jody makes a mistake that threatens to damage their friendship forever.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 13 - Face to Face
    8.6/10(9 votes)

    #13 - Face to Face

    S9:E13

    Shocked to find out that her real mum has finally been found, Floss must process what this means for her and Ross, setting up a meeting that could change her future forever.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 14 - Finders Keepers
    5.1/10(9 votes)

    #14 - Finders Keepers

    S9:E14

    Finding a case of cash in the woods, Bird is faced with a dilemma. But when others discover his secret, new threats emerge that forces him into extreme action to protect himself.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 15 - The Beat Goes On
    7.2/10(10 votes)

    #15 - The Beat Goes On

    S9:E15

    Meeting her idol Drew from the Death Night Thrashers, Sasha resorts to devious tactics to keep the band from splitting up as she also nears a crossroads in her own life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 16 - The Brothers Murray
    4.5/10(9 votes)

    #16 - The Brothers Murray

    S9:E16

    Pressure mounts on Scott after his brother Nathan comes to work at the DG. As the brothers try to build bridges, Scott makes a silly mistake that threatens to derail his career.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 17 - Rocket Man
    5.1/10(9 votes)

    #17 - Rocket Man

    S9:E17

    Sid is excited about launching his new drone, but life in the DG comes with responsibilities and, not wanting to be distracted, he will do just about anything to escape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 18 - Stand Up
    4.6/10(9 votes)

    #18 - Stand Up

    S9:E18

    Rocked after receiving racist abuse online, Bird tries to focus on his comedy. However, while anger threatens to blow, others choose to take action against the abusers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 19 - The Master Plan
    7.8/10(9 votes)

    #19 - The Master Plan

    S9:E19

    It’s the busiest day of May-Li’s career and everything must run smoothly. But when a young person goes missing, her plans threaten to collapse in tatters.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Dumping Ground Season 9 Episode 20 - Breaking Chains
    8.6/10(12 votes)

    #20 - Breaking Chains

    S9:E20

    Shocked to receive devastating news about her older brother Kingsley, Jody tries to regroup with the help of an unlikely ally but finds her own future hanging in the balance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Moment of Truth" is the best rated episode of "The Dumping Ground" season 9. It scored 4.1/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/11/2021. This episode is rated 4.3 points higher than the second-best, "Sweet and Sour".