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The Worst Episodes of The Final Problem

Every episode of The Final Problem ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Final Problem!

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In the spring of 1959, a retired actor, who previously played Sherlock Holmes, must investigate a murder at a small hotel on a tiny island near Mallorca.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Final Problem Season 1 Episode 1 - The Detective’s Shadow in Eden
    6.8/10(66 votes)

    #1 - The Detective’s Shadow in Eden

    S1:E1

    Benjamin Basil travels to Mallorca hoping to relaunch his career but a death turns the actor into a detective and the hotel guests into suspects.

    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Final Problem Season 1 Episode 4 - The Last Case of Benjamin Basil
    6.8/10(39 votes)

    #2 - The Last Case of Benjamin Basil

    S1:E4

    Benjamin can't leave behind what happened in Santa Águeda. The shooting of a new film reveals everyone's true colors and resolves the final problem.

    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Final Problem Season 1 Episode 2 - Suspicions Under the Storm
    7.0/10(49 votes)

    #3 - Suspicions Under the Storm

    S1:E2

    After a murder weapon appears in his room, Benjamin fears the killer will strike again. Vicky makes an accusation but somehow it doesn't add up.

    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Final Problem Season 1 Episode 3 - Hidden Clues and Broken Alibis
    7.1/10(42 votes)

    #4 - Hidden Clues and Broken Alibis

    S1:E3

    The hotel resorts to drastic measures as the police finally get in touch. Benjamin and the guests grow increasingly suspicious of one another.

    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Detective’s Shadow in Eden" is the worst rated episode of "The Final Problem". It scored 6.8/10 based on 66 votes. Directed by Félix Viscarret and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/25/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Last Case of Benjamin Basil".