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The Worst Episodes of American Murder: Gabby Petito

Every episode of American Murder: Gabby Petito ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of American Murder: Gabby Petito!

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What happened in the final days of Gabby Petito's life? In this gripping true-crime series, her loved ones reveal the untold story of her tragic murder.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    American Murder: Gabby Petito Season 1 Episode 1 - We Bought a Van
    7.2/10(492 votes)

    #1 - We Bought a Van

    S1:E1

    In the summer of 2021, Gabby and her fiancé Brian take a "van life" trip to the American West. But a 911 call raises alarms about their relationship.

    Directors:Michael Gasparro, Julia Willoughby Nason
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Murder: Gabby Petito Season 1 Episode 3 - Burn After Reading
    7.4/10(474 votes)

    #2 - Burn After Reading

    S1:E3

    Gabby's loved ones grapple with the shocking news of her death. As the police close in on Brian's location in Florida, suspicions about his parents grow.

    Directors:Michael Gasparro, Julia Willoughby Nason
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Murder: Gabby Petito Season 1 Episode 2 - Where is Gabby?
    7.5/10(479 votes)

    #3 - Where is Gabby?

    S1:E2

    Days after a police stop in Utah, Gabby goes missing and her parents alert the authorities, setting off a massive search for her — and for Brian.

    Directors:Michael Gasparro, Julia Willoughby Nason
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"We Bought a Van" is the worst rated episode of "American Murder: Gabby Petito". It scored 7.2/10 based on 492 votes. Directed by Michael Gasparro, Julia Willoughby Nason and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/17/2025. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Burn After Reading".