She's the last chance for lost hopes.
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.
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Jul 9, 2025 · 46m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 49m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 50m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 46m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 48m
When the team uncovers disturbing new information in the Pearlman case, they focus in on a new suspect.
Jul 9, 2025 · 47m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 48m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 47m
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.
Jul 9, 2025 · 46m
A fresh lead turns into a shocking revelation as the team learns their serial killer has been in their grasp the whole time.
Jul 9, 2025 · 45m
A city-wide manhunt begins for Rawls's shooter. Ballard receives an unexpected update on the LAPD conspiracy case.
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Ballard Season 1 premiered on July 9, 2025.
Ballard Season 1 has 10 episodes.
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Library of Lost Souls". It aired on July 9, 2025.
Go to Season 1 Episode 1