Fair rating?Secrets and Lies· Season 1 · Episode 2
The Father
Ben decides to take matters into his own hands by investigating those that were closest to Tom after receiving shocking information about the case from Detective Cornell. Jess, Tom's mother, propels Ben in the direction of her estranged husband, Scott, who she believes may be his killer. At home, Ben's family continues to drift apart when he overhears his oldest daughter, Natalie, on a suspicious phone call. Later, the family attends Tom's funeral where the media continues to harass Ben and he is the focus of excruciating attention by the community. When the Crawford family returns home, one of Ben's dark secrets is revealed in stunning fashion.
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#7In Season 1of 10 rated episodes
#12All-timeof 20 rated episodes
−0.4vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.1
2015First airedMarch 1, 2015
Guest stars
Denise Dowseas Elaine Williams
Melissa Gilbertas Lisa Daly
Gregory Alan Williamsas Kevin Williams
Meaghan Rathas Nicole
Kate Ashfieldas Vanessa Richardson
Timothy Busfieldas John Garner
Steven Brandas Dr. Joseph RichardsonTad Cooleyas Matt Daly
Aiden Malikas Tom Murphy
Eric Langeas Danny Pierce
Benjamin Ciaramelloas Scott MurphyCrew
Timothy BusfieldDirector
Barbie KligmanWriterShows like Secrets and Lies
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