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The Best Episodes of American Nightmare

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

The Best Episodes of American Nightmare

After a harrowing home invasion and kidnapping in 2015, a couple is accused of staging the ordeal when the woman reappears in this true-crime docuseries.

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  1. Background image for Part Three: The Others
    7.9/10(694 votes)

    #1 - Part Three: The Others

    S1:E3

    More attempted kidnappings lead detectives to a new — and unexpected — suspect. Aaron and Denise go head-to-head with the Vallejo Police Department.

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  2. Background image for Part Two: Gone Girl
    7.6/10(707 votes)

    #2 - Part Two: Gone Girl

    S1:E2

    Days later, Denise reappears seemingly unharmed and recalls the details of her terrifying abduction as doubts from authorities begin to swirl.

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  3. Background image for Part One: The Boyfriend
    7.5/10(741 votes)

    #3 - Part One: The Boyfriend

    S1:E1

    In 2015, California couple Aaron Quinn and Denise Huskins were attacked at home during the night. After Denise was kidnapped, Aaron became a suspect.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part Three: The Others" is the best rated episode of "American Nightmare". It scored 7.9/10 based on 694 votes. Directed by Felicity Morris, Bernadette Higgins and written by Bernadette Higgins, Felicity Morris, it aired on 1/17/2024. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part Two: Gone Girl".