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The Best Episodes of The Jinx

Every episode of The Jinx ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Jinx!

Best episode
S1E6 Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?
9.31,710 votes
Worst episode
S2E2 Friendships Die Hard
7.3412 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.4avg
Binge time
9h 52m
12 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Jinx Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?
    9.3/10(1710 votes)

    S1:E6

    Present day: Nearly a decade has passed since the filmmakers began investigating Robert Durst and his alleged crimes. They have spoken to more than 100 participants in Robert's story, including family, friends, police, lawyers, jurors and journalists in an attempt to get at the truth.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Jinx Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter 5: Family Values
    8.5/10(1231 votes)

    S1:E5

    Present Day: In the 33 years since Kathie Durst disappeared, no progress has been made in finding out what happened to her, or finding her body. Without answers, her family and friends continue to hunt for the truth.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Jinx Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst
    8.5/10(1230 votes)

    S1:E4

    Two years after the dismembered body of Morris Black washed up on the shores of Galveston, TX, Robert Durst goes on trial with a formidable team of attorneys and a brilliant defense strategy.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Jinx Season 2 Episode 5 - Mostly the Truth
    8.4/10(381 votes)

    S2:E5

    Bob takes the stand to tell his version of events, but on cross-examination finds prosecutor Lewin better-prepared than he anticipated.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Jinx Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter 1: A Body in the Bay
    8.1/10(1406 votes)

    S1:E1

    A dismembered body discovered in Texas in 2001 is possibly connected to Durst. In 2012, Durst contacts director Andrew Jarecki about an interview.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Jinx Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter 3: The Gangster's Daughter
    8.0/10(1227 votes)

    S1:E3

    Nearly 20 years after his wife disappeared, Robert Durst makes headlines again when his longtime confidante Susan Berman--a potential witness in the disappearance of Kathie Durst--is murdered in LA.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Jinx Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter 2: Poor Little Rich Boy
    8.0/10(1259 votes)

    S1:E2

    Robert Durst discusses witnessing his mother's suicide when he was a child and his 1973 marriage to Kathleen McCormack, who disappeared in 1982.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Jinx Season 2 Episode 1 - Why Are You Still Here?
    7.8/10(464 votes)

    S2:E1

    As new evidence is revealed, Robert Durst is arrested and charged with Susan Berman's murder. But who will support Bob in his time of need?

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Jinx Season 2 Episode 6 - It Takes a Village
    7.6/10(328 votes)

    S2:E6

    After Bob's death, Kathie's family files a lawsuit against his estate – forcing his friends and family to go on the record.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Jinx Season 2 Episode 4 - The Unluckiest Man in the World
    7.5/10(352 votes)

    S2:E4

    Longtime Durst confidant Stewart Altman defends him on the stand, but when his wife Emily testifies, she reveals crucial new details.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Jinx Season 2 Episode 3 - Saving My Tears Until It's Official
    7.5/10(366 votes)

    S2:E3

    At trial, prosecutors revisit the 1982 disappearance of Bob's first wife Kathie and make the case that Susan helped Bob cover up the crime.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Jinx Season 2 Episode 2 - Friendships Die Hard
    7.3/10(412 votes)

    S2:E2

    From jail, Bob makes frequent calls to people who've helped him in the past, including a longtime friend who is keeping his own secret.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?" is the best rated episode of The Jinx. It scored 9.3/10 from 1,710 votes. Directed by Andrew Jarecki and written by Unknown, it aired on March 15, 2015. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter 5: Family Values".

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