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The Best Episodes of America's Most Wanted

Every episode of America's Most Wanted ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of America's Most Wanted!

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Elizabeth Vargas breaks down some of the toughest cases in the pursuit of justice.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    America's Most Wanted Season 1 Episode 4 - Raymond MacLeod, John and Julieanne Dimitrion, and Sam Cross
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Raymond MacLeod, John and Julieanne Dimitrion, and Sam Cross

    S1:E4

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. America's Most Wanted Season 2 Episode 1 - John Walsh Returns
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #2 - John Walsh Returns

    S2:E1

    John Walsh returns as host with his son Callahan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. America's Most Wanted Season 3 Episode 3 - FBI Top Ten Fugitive
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #3 - FBI Top Ten Fugitive

    S3:E3

    Retired Special Agent Cain Vincent Dyer, also known as "Kangaroo Bandit", and more, join John and Callahan to discuss the cases featured.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. America's Most Wanted Season 1 Episode 3 - Allison Gracey and Christopher Jones, Bob Tang, and Lester Eubanks
    7.6/10(9 votes)

    #4 - Allison Gracey and Christopher Jones, Bob Tang, and Lester Eubanks

    S1:E3

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. America's Most Wanted Season 1 Episode 2 - Tamera Williams, Larry Chism, and Christopher Burns
    7.4/10(10 votes)

    #5 - Tamera Williams, Larry Chism, and Christopher Burns

    S1:E2

    Host Elizabeth Vargas breaks down cases and consults with a team of experts representing law enforcement units, while viewers at home have an opportunity to be armchair detectives by aiding...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. America's Most Wanted Season 2 Episode 2 - Exclusive Fugitive Reveal
    7.4/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Exclusive Fugitive Reveal

    S2:E2

    Analyzing some of the nation's most gripping cases; a team of experts representing law enforcement units weighs in on the cases.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. America's Most Wanted Season 2 Episode 5 - Georgia's Biggest Drug Ring
    7.3/10(9 votes)

    #7 - Georgia's Biggest Drug Ring

    S2:E5

    Breaking down tough cases in the pursuit of justice with the help of an accomplished team of law enforcement experts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. America's Most Wanted Season 2 Episode 6 - Young Love Ends in Murder
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #8 - Young Love Ends in Murder

    S2:E6

    Analyzing some of the nation's most gripping cases.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. America's Most Wanted Season 2 Episode 3 - Gold Bar Heist
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    #9 - Gold Bar Heist

    S2:E3

    A team of experts representing law enforcement units weighs in on the cases.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. America's Most Wanted Season 2 Episode 4 - 9-1-1 Dispatcher Saves Victim
    7.0/10(9 votes)

    #10 - 9-1-1 Dispatcher Saves Victim

    S2:E4

    Breaking down tough cases in the pursuit of justice with the help of an accomplished team of law enforcement experts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. America's Most Wanted Season 3 Episode 1 - Exclusive: American Hero Killed
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Exclusive: American Hero Killed

    S3:E1

    Breaking down tough cases in the pursuit of justice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. America's Most Wanted Season 3 Episode 2 - Lil Jon Joins the AMW Fight
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Lil Jon Joins the AMW Fight

    S3:E2

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. America's Most Wanted Season 3 Episode 4 - Music Industry Murder
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Music Industry Murder

    S3:E4

    Breaking down tough cases in the pursuit of justice with the help of an accomplished team of law enforcement experts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. America's Most Wanted Season 3 Episode 5 - Fugitive Squatter Killer
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Fugitive Squatter Killer

    S3:E5

    Family members of the victim, Flash Shelton, also known as "The Squatter Hunter" and more.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. America's Most Wanted Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    Breaking down tough cases in the pursuit of justice with the help of an accomplished team of law enforcement experts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. America's Most Wanted Season 1 Episode 1 - Glen Godwin, Eugene Palmer, and Jennifer Settle
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #16 - Glen Godwin, Eugene Palmer, and Jennifer Settle

    S1:E1

    Retired cold case investigator Paul Holes and trial lawyer Yodit Tewolde join the search for America's most dangerous fugitives.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. America's Most Wanted Season 1 Episode 5 - Maurice Nesbitt, Josephine Overaker, and Fredrick Arias
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Maurice Nesbitt, Josephine Overaker, and Fredrick Arias

    S1:E5

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    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Raymond MacLeod, John and Julieanne Dimitrion, and Sam Cross" is the best rated episode of "America's Most Wanted". It scored 7.8/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/5/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "John Walsh Returns".