Ballard — Season 1
She's the last chance for lost hopes.
About this season
Detective Renée Ballard plunges into a web of murder and corruption as she hunts a ruthless serial killer and uncovers a sinister police conspiracy that threatens everything she stands for. With her own demons nipping at her heels, Ballard must outwit both criminals and colleagues to bring long-overdue justice to the victims and their families.
Episodes (10)
1. Library of Lost Souls
6.5Aired 9 July 2025 • 46 min
Ballard reopens a mysterious John Doe case while pursuing justice for a councilman's murdered sister. As she navigates reluctant witnesses, department politics, and her own demons, Ballard and her team uncover buried secrets that suggest corruption within the police force.
2. Haystacks
6.3Aired 9 July 2025 • 49 min
Ballard and Parker investigate housekeeper Yulia Kravetz's murder. Meanwhile, the hunt for the serial killer's latest victim reunites Ballard with retired Detective Harry Bosch.
3. BYOB
6.7Aired 9 July 2025 • 50 min
The 2006 death of fraternity member Nick Thatcher was initially ruled an accident. When a video goes viral accusing the fraternity of murder, Ballard and her team are forced to reopen the case.
4. Landmines
6.4Aired 9 July 2025 • 46 min
Ballard uncovers an LAPD conspiracy with connections to a Mexican cartel. The Pearlman case heats up when clues lead to a dangerous showdown with a potential suspect.
5. What's Done in the Dark
6.1Aired 9 July 2025 • 48 min
When the team uncovers disturbing new information in the Pearlman case, they focus in on a new suspect.
6. Beneath the Surface
6.5Aired 9 July 2025 • 47 min
Ballard's serial killer investigation takes a high-stakes turn. With 72 hours to secure the case before it's transferred to Homicide, the team races to find connections between the victims.
7. Fork in the Road
6.5Aired 9 July 2025 • 48 min
Bosch delivers a shocking lead in the LAPD corruption case. Ballard and team dive into the mysterious murder of a teenager with ties to a local gang.
8. Last Call
6.6Aired 9 July 2025 • 47 min
The Ibarra case turns personal as Martina discovers someone close to her is part of the corrupt LAPD ring. The team races to identify the remaining corrupt officers before time runs out.
9. Collateral
6.8Aired 9 July 2025 • 46 min
A fresh lead turns into a shocking revelation as the team learns their serial killer has been in their grasp the whole time.
10. End of the Line
6.6Aired 9 July 2025 • 45 min
A city-wide manhunt begins for Rawls's shooter. Ballard receives an unexpected update on the LAPD conspiracy case.