The worst episodes of The Rumour
Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it. Fewer than 10 rated episodes — treat this ranking as provisional.
- 01
Joanna, seeking a fresh start, moves to Flinstead with her son Alfie. While trying to integrate into the community, she inadvertently spreads a rumour that a notorious child killer might be living among them.
- 02
The community is left reeling by shocking events, and further revelations shine an even darker light on the town. Joanna is left questioning her allies.
- 03
Joanna becomes obsessed with finding out who Sally McGowan is. Michael is horrified by Joanna's behaviour and reveals he knows she scared a child in London. Undeterred, she believes a prison painting could expose the truth. Fired from work, she rushes to Kay's house and saves her from a gas leak. Joanna tips off Zac, but when he exposes Liz, Bea realises Joanna was the source.
- 04
Joanna reels from the truth while Bea faces the fallout. As Michael warns Bea, unaware they're being watched, Joanna discovers Rachel has taken Alfie. Desperate, she tracks them to a derelict house, where Rachel demands Bea's confession. Flames erupt, chaos ensues, and Joanna seizes the moment to escape with Alfie.
- 05
With Joanna caught in the chilling rumours, tensions rise and Alfie goes missing. Panic consumes her as she frantically searches, fearing the worst. And on Halloween night, there's a shocking discovery.
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