Bad Judge

2014 • NBC
4.5
118 reviews
TV-14
Rating
Eligible
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Season 1 episodes (14)

1 Pilot
10/1/14
Season-only
Rebecca Wright (Kate Walsh) knows how to have a good time, but she also happens to be one of L.A.'s toughest and most respected criminal court judges. She has a reputation for unorthodox behavior in the courtroom, including creative rulings and saying exactly what's on her mind. Her private life, on the other hand, is anything but innocent. While there's no shortage of male admirers who would love to spend time with her, she's not ready to settle down. Also starring Tone Bell, Ryan Hansen, John Ducey and Miguel Sandoval. Chris Parnell, Horatio Sanz and Theodore Barnes guest star.
2 Meteor Shower
10/9/14
Season-only
Rebecca (Kate Walsh) isn't ready to invest in Gary (Ryan Hansen), and she isn't interested in pursuing a fling. She eventually decides to clear her head with some time alone, but when her van breaks down, she realizes the one relationship she can always count on is with Tedward (Tone Bell. Along the way, she deals with a celebrity who has shoplifted for attention from her closest relationship, the paparazzi.
3 One Brave Waitress
10/16/14
Season-only
Rebecca (Kate Walsh) attempts to befriend the court stenographer after forgetting her name, and she gets anxious when her Fireman (guest star Ryan McPartlin) wants more from her than the casual fling she'd like with him. She fails to find justice in the courtroom while trying the manager of a restaurant who sexually harasses his employees. In the end, Rebecca (literally) kicks butt and serves up her own brand of retribution. Also starring Tone Bell, John Ducey, Miguel Sandoval and Ryan Hansen. Angelique Cabral and Amy Rhodes guest star.
4 Knife to a Gunfight
10/23/14
Season-only
Tedward (Tone Bell) is concerned for Rebecca's (Kate Walsh) safety after a convict who's case she tried is released. She contemplates getting a gun and handles the case of a dim and unaware thief. When the ex-con thanks Rebecca for giving him a chance, Tom (John Ducey) is persuaded to push for lighter charges on the mentally unstable criminal. Miguel Sandoval and Ryan Hansen also star. Guest starring Dan Bakkedahl, Devan Chandler Long and Amy Rhodes.
5 Judge and Jury
10/30/14
Season-only
Rebecca (Kate Walsh) is called for jury duty; but it conflicts with the Serpico olympics. She serves as a juror on a prostitution case; which she believes should be legalized. Tedward (Tone Bell) trains Gary (Ryan Hansen) to be Rebecca's replacement in case she misses the Olympics. Miguel Sandoval and John Ducey also star. Guest starring Rob Riggle and Amy Rhodes.
6 What is Best in Life?
11/6/14
Season-only
Tedward (Tone Bell) learns that his friendship with Rebecca (Kate Walsh) doesn't feel equal when she doesn't come through for him. Judge Hernandez (Miguel Sandoval) pushes Rebecca to get in good with a group of high-standing judges, and Rebecca is faced with her arch nemesis Dana (guest star Rachel Harris) in a poker game.
7 Communication Breakdown
11/13/14
Season-only
While helping her friend Michelle (guest star Angela Kinsey) get through a divorce, Rebecca (Kate Walsh) is scared off by Gary's (Ryan Hansen) commitment-themed romantic night. Tedward (Tone Bell) helps Hernandez (Miguel Sandoval) through a fashion crisis, and Rebecca tries the case of a deaf man who steals shoes.
8 The Cat's Out of the Bag
11/20/14
Season-only
Rebecca's (Kate Walsh) rocker ex-husband Keith (guest star Jim Jefferies) re-appears in her life to let her know of the death of an old friend. With Gary's (Ryan Hansen) help, Rebecca realizes she still carries anger toward her ex and is able to successfully let the past go. Tedward (Tone Bell) sees the courtroom as the perfect way to meet recently single women, but realizes he has gone too far when a convict's girlfriend thinks he's “Mr. Right.”
9 Face Mask Mom
12/11/14
Season-only
Over Christmas, Rebecca tries the case of "Face Mask Mom," a mother who tackled a PeeWee football player. The trial is made difficult by a sweltering heat, and the air conditioning can only be fixed by a specific union worker that is nowhere to be found. Face Mask Mom and Rebecca realize they can truly enjoy the holidays when surrounded by good friends.
10 The Fixer
1/1/15
Season-only
Rebecca (Kate Walsh) helps her friend Michelle (guest star Angela Kinsey) get over her divorce, but soon realizes not everyone enjoys her making judgments on their decisions. Meanwhile, Tom (John Ducey) and Tedward (Tone Bell) join forces to convince a witness to testify. Hernandez (Miguel Sandoval) has to endure a sexual harassment course with Judy (guest star Amy Rhodes). Ryan Hansen also stars. Guest starring Chandler Massey and Francesca P. Roberts.
11 Naked and Afraid
1/8/15
Season-only
In the midst of a high profile case, a hacker releases an incriminating photo of Rebecca (Kate Walsh). Meanwhile, Gary (Ryan Hansen) is solicited for therapeutic advice.
12 Lockdown
1/15/15
Season-only
Everyone is on lockdown in the courthouse due to a police emergency outside. An innocent game to pass the time leads to a major revelation about Rebecca (Kate Walsh) - she hasn't cried in over 10 years. Meanwhile, Tedward (Tone Bell) is extremely hungry and discovers someone has stolen granola bars from his earthquake kit.
13 Case Closed
1/22/15
Season-only
Rebecca (Kate Walsh) has a chance at breaking a courtroom record, but drama with Michelle's (guest star Angela Kinsey) ex-husband threatens to slow the process. At the same time, Tom (John Ducey) tries desperately to form official friendships with the gang. Meanwhile, Tedward (Tone Bell) and Gary (Ryan Hansen) search for the perfect gift for Rebecca. Also starring Miguel Sandoval. Amy Rhodes, Jamie Denbo, Michelle Noh and Bunny Levine guest star.
101 First Look
9/22/14
Season-only
Get to know wild-child criminal court judge Rebecca Wright (Kate Walsh, "Grey's Anatomy," "Private Practice"), in this special first look at Bad Judge.

About this show

No excuses, no apologies, no compromises. Wild child Rebecca Wright (Kate Walsh, Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice) knows how to have a good time, but she also happens to be one of L.A.'s toughest and most respected criminal court judges.

Ratings and reviews

4.5
118 reviews
Felix Ray
April 24, 2020
Kate Walsh is great. The jokes are good. Everything else is boilerplate sitcom stuff. My best friend Cynthia, who passed in 2017, was a paralegal, and she loved this show. I can understand why it didn't last, but we watched every episode at least twice. It still amuses, and the odd episode is most definitely worth a couple of bucks.
Dxanxv Channel
January 21, 2022
I've only heard good things about this show!! But I can't find it anywhere in my country. I am literally willing to go to another to watch this if I have to.
gamer girl
December 5, 2014
I love this show. Kate Walsh is hilarious. To bad they are canceling it after the 1st season. Hope the change their mind.
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