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The Best Episodes of Death Valley Season 2

Every episode of Death Valley Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Death Valley Season 2!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Death Valley Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.1/10(99 votes)

    S2:E5

    Whilst running a rehabilitation course for a group of rule-breaking police officers, Janie locks down CID when an attendee is found dead and brings John in to solve the case.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writer:Paul Doolan

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  2. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.0/10(92 votes)

    S2:E6

    A sudden death at the funeral of a rugby club groundsman leads John and Janie to suspect everyone in the club. With Janie’s big move looming, John considers life without her.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writer:Paul Doolan

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  3. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.9/10(112 votes)

    S2:E3

    When a runner overdoses in an actor’s trailer, Janie and John are called to investigate. On the set of an epic Welsh TV drama, the team interview the crew to solve the crime.

    Director:Claire Winyard
    Writers:Paul Doolan, Sian Harries

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  4. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(116 votes)

    S2:E2

    Following the death of a chef in an arson attack on his restaurant, John and Janie come to a small fishing village to scrutinise the locals.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writers:Paul Doolan, Ian Jarvis

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  5. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.7/10(108 votes)

    S2:E4

    John and Janie arrive at a new age commune to investigate the murder of its founder. Janie hopes to solve the case quickly, as one member is an unwelcome familiar face.

    Director:Claire Winyard
    Writer:Nina Metivier

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  6. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(140 votes)

    S2:E1

    A man is found dead while he is meant to be serving community service. After some time apart, Janie and John must come together and get creative in order to crack the case.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writer:Paul Doolan

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Episode 5" is the best rated episode of Death Valley season 2. It scored 8.1/10 from 99 votes. Directed by Simon Hynd and written by Paul Doolan, it aired on June 14, 2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 6".