Saving Grace

10 Best Episodes of Saving Grace - Season 1

Academy Award winner Holly Hunter, making her television series debut, stars in this TNT drama series about a police detective with an emotional crisis living in Oklahoma City. A respected officer, Grace Hanadarko can't seem to run her personal life with the same sort of finesse she has in the field. Can a unlikely divine stranger influence her to get her life back on track?

Written by Sophie and last updated on oct 09, 2020.

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Saving Grace - S1E9

#13 - A Language of Angels (Season 1 - Episode 9)

A crime from 11 years ago is on Grace's thoughts due to a new case.

The episode was rated 7.17 from 12 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E3

#12 - Bless Me, Father, for I Have Sinned (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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Grace and her team investigate the murder of a manager of a sleazy local motel. The investigation eventually leads to a maid, who claims the victim was trying to rape her. Complications arise when a local priest offers her the right of sanctuary. Meanwhile, Grace begins to accept Earl's presence in her life.

The episode was rated 7.18 from 28 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E2

#11 - Bring It On, Earl (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Grace and her team investigate the murder of an oilman. Meanwhile, Ham discovers Grace's romantic past with Butch Stillwater, which puts a strain on their relationship. Grace sets out to prove her courage by challenging Earl to a wrestling match.

The episode was rated 7.21 from 38 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E1

#10 - Pilot (Season 1 - Episode 1)

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Grace Hanadarko is an Oklahoma City police detective with an alcohol problem and a self-destructive lifestyle. After she hits a man with her car while driving drunk, she asks God for help and an angel named Earl appears. Earl wants to help her find the right path of life again, but it is going to be a hard piece of work for both of them.

The episode was rated 7.26 from 46 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E7

#9 - Yeehaw, Geepaw (Season 1 - Episode 7)

Grace and the guys investigate the murder of a “crispy critter” in the Oklahoma countryside and Bobby soon discovers the deceased was one of his mentees. Grace enlists the help of her Native American grandfather, “Geepaw,” to help with the case, but is shocked when she sees how quickly his health is deteriorating. Grace and her sister, Paige, fight over many things, including Geepaw’s future in a nursing home. Earl tries to make Grace realize the importance of family… and Grace and Butch rekindle their passion.

The episode was rated 7.27 from 15 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E5

#8 - Would You Want Me To Tell You? (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Grace and Ham play cops and robbers with toy guns. Grace’s favorite Aunt Cathy comes to town – has a run in with Earl, clashes with Betty – and reveals some shocking news. But first-- Rhetta, Grace, and Aunt Cathy get drunk and remember old times. Meanwhile, cattle tycoon Alvin Green’s world begins to crumble after his lucky bull statue is stolen. He insists Major Crimes take the case. When Grace’s father has a fire station named after him, Grace’s family comes together for the dedication ceremony. Henry’s cat dies and Grace comforts him the only way she knows how.

The episode was rated 7.33 from 21 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E13

#7 - Taco, Tulips, Duck and Spices (Season 1 - Episode 13)

A photo of Grace's sister, Paige, is found in a burning car.

The episode was rated 7.36 from 11 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E8

#6 - Everything's Got a Shelf Life (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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During the raid on a killer's house, Grace gets shot and almost dies, while another policeman isn't as lucky as her and gets shot to death. Meanwhile, Leon Cooley has to deal with his ex-wife marrying another man, who might adopt his son.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 13 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E6

#5 - And You Wonder Why I Lie (Season 1 - Episode 6)

The death of an alleged call girl in a flight attendant’s uniform leads Grace and the guys to investigate a notorious Oklahoma crime family. Grace is finally confronted by Ham’s wife about the affair. A financially-strapped Rhetta gets excited about making two grand as an expert witness. And Grace and Rhetta hatch a secret plan for Rhetta to meet Earl.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 17 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E12

#4 - Is There A Scarlet Letter On My Breast? (Season 1 - Episode 12)

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A defense attorney from Los Angeles comes to town for a murder trial and his presence may influence the team in professional and personal areas of their lives.

The episode was rated 7.64 from 14 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E10

#3 - It's Better When I Can See You (Season 1 - Episode 10)

3 children are killed in a bus accident and Grace's investigation is interrupted by bad weather as tornadoes rip through the city.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 15 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E4

#2 - Keep Your Damn Wings Off My Nephew (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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A 17-year-old devout Christian comes under attack just days before he’s scheduled to testify in a murder trial. In order to ensure his safety, Grace allows him to move in with her. But Grace can only handle so much preaching, so she ropes the guys into helping her watch over him. Grace gets pissed when Earl uses Leon Cooley and her nephew, Clay, to get her attention.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 24 votes.

Saving Grace - S1E11

#1 - This Is Way Too Normal For You (Season 1 - Episode 11)

A home for the mentally challenged is the target area of investigation when a robbery occurs involving a man with Down Syndrome.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 16 votes.

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