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The Best Episodes of The Unlikely Murderer Season 1

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

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After the assassination of prime minister Olof Palme in 1986, Stig Engström managed to elude justice right up to his death through a combination of audacity, luck, and a perplexed police force.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(212 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Shortly after Palme's assassination, Engström begins his quest for attention as a crime-scene witness. Divisions among police hinder the investigation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.2/10(186 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Realizing Engström's story doesn't add up, Irvell starts turning up the heat. Decades after the murder, a journalist starts reinvestigating the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.1/10(175 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Irvell's steady methods turn up more evidence to implicate Engström, but Holmér's stubborn tunnel vision leads investigators into a dead end.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.2/10(175 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Police railroad another suspect. Desperate for more attention, Engström continues to speak out. Thomas tries to connect Engström to the gun.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.2/10(177 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    His mental health deteriorating, Engström's life falls to pieces. Years later, a prosecutor revisits the case and makes a momentous announcement.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Unlikely Murderer" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 212 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/5/2021. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".