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The Best Episodes of Making a Murderer

Every episode of Making a Murderer ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Making a Murderer!

Best episode
S1E4 Indefensible
8.81,818 votes
Worst episode
S2E1 Number 18
7.81,187 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.4avg
Binge time
20h 38m
20 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 4 - Indefensible
    8.8/10(1818 votes)

    S1:E4

    An unexpected confession casts doubt on Steven's role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 5 - The Last Person to See Teresa Alive
    8.7/10(1670 votes)

    S1:E5

    As Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 3 - Plight of the Accused
    8.6/10(1769 votes)

    S1:E3

    Steven is back in jail, charged with murder, but there are troubling questions about how he was arrested and why.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 9 - Friday Nite
    8.6/10(1026 votes)

    S2:E9

    A witness comes forward with new information about Teresa's car. Kathleen attempts to build the timeline of what happened to Teresa on Oct. 31, 2005.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 10 - Fighting for their Lives
    8.4/10(1500 votes)

    S1:E10

    In the years after Steven and Brendan's very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 9 - Lack of Humility
    8.4/10(1495 votes)

    S1:E9

    Steven's trial is over, but a new one is just beginning. Will the jury find the suspect's confession or his conflicting statements more believable?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 10 - Trust No One
    8.4/10(1061 votes)

    S2:E10

    Kathleen makes two of the biggest discoveries of the case. Brendan's lawyers take his case to the next level.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 2 - Turning the Tables
    8.3/10(1830 votes)

    S1:E2

    As Steven starts creating a new life for himself, he pursues a lawsuit against Manitowoc County law enforcement officials for corruption in his case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 6 - Testing the Evidence
    8.3/10(1552 votes)

    S1:E6

    Steven's attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 7 - Framing Defense
    8.3/10(1521 votes)

    S1:E7

    As the murder trial continues, Steven's attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 8 - The Great Burden
    8.3/10(1505 votes)

    S1:E8

    After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Steven's fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 8 - Special Care
    8.2/10(945 votes)

    S2:E8

    Kathleen uncovers evidence about one of the State's star witnesses. Brendan's case takes another unexpected turn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 3 - A Legal Miracle
    8.1/10(1026 votes)

    S2:E3

    Kathleen's forensic experts review the evidence found in Steven's burn pit. A 1996 statute limits Brendan’s chances of success in federal court.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Making a Murderer Season 1 Episode 1 - Eighteen Years Lost
    8.1/10(2126 votes)

    S1:E1

    When Steven Avery is freed from a wrongful conviction, his search for justice raises questions about the authorities who put him behind bars.

    Directors:Laura Ricciardi, Moira Demos
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 5 - What + Why = Who
    8.0/10(941 votes)

    S2:E5

    Searching for evidence of tampering, Kathleen visits Steven’s trailer. A new twist in Brendan's case sends his family on an emotional roller coaster.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 2 - Words and Words Only
    8.0/10(1056 votes)

    S2:E2

    Brendan's lawyers work to prove his conviction was based on a coerced confession. Kathleen tests Steven in new ways and visits the alleged crime scene.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 7 - Item FL
    7.9/10(928 votes)

    S2:E7

    Kathleen runs new tests on the bullet believed to have killed Teresa Halbach and tracks Teresa's movements on the day she disappeared.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 6 - Everything Takes Time
    7.9/10(935 votes)

    S2:E6

    Kathleen obtains access to some of the original physical evidence from the case. The former prosecutor holds a press conference.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 4 - Welcome to Wisconsin
    7.8/10(986 votes)

    S2:E4

    Cautiously optimistic, Brendan and his family wait to hear important news about his case. Kathleen files a motion for new scientific testing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Making a Murderer Season 2 Episode 1 - Number 18
    7.8/10(1187 votes)

    S2:E1

    Powerhouse lawyer Kathleen Zellner offers to take Steven's case. Brendan's postconviction lawyers fight in federal court to try to get him released.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Indefensible" is the best rated episode of Making a Murderer. It scored 8.8/10 from 1,818 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on December 18, 2015. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Last Person to See Teresa Alive".

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