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The Best Episodes of The Breakthrough Season 1

Every episode of The Breakthrough Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Breakthrough Season 1!

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When a shocking double homicide goes unsolved for 16 years, a detective teams up with a genealogist to catch the killer before it becomes a cold case.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 1 - The Unthinkable
    7.2/10(442 votes)

    #1 - The Unthinkable

    S1:E1

    After a double murder sends shock waves through a quiet Swedish town, lead detective John promises the grieving families that he will find the killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 2 - Leave No Stone Unturned
    7.0/10(412 votes)

    #2 - Leave No Stone Unturned

    S1:E2

    As weeks turn into years without answers and his home life slowly falls apart, a desperate John turns to an unlikely ally to help crack the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 3 - Family Tree
    7.2/10(399 votes)

    #3 - Family Tree

    S1:E3

    John and Per's investigative efforts are obstructed by their clashing personalities. A prying journalist adds to the pressure.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 4 - A Lonely Person
    7.5/10(406 votes)

    #4 - A Lonely Person

    S1:E4

    With everyone nearing the ends of their ropes, a revelation from an unexpected source leads to a breakthrough in the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Unthinkable" is the best rated episode of "The Breakthrough" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 442 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/7/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Leave No Stone Unturned".