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The Best Episodes of Citizen P.I.

Every episode of Citizen P.I. ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Citizen P.I.!

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Investigative series examining the phenomenon of amateur sleuths who have played major roles in cracking real unsolved cases. The series showcases the colorful personalities of people who fall down the rabbit hole in their effort

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Citizen P.I. Season 1 Episode 5 - A Failure in the System
    8.0/10(9 votes)

    #1 - A Failure in the System

    S1:E5

    In 2010, 29-year-old Hera McLeod set up an online dating profile and soon met the man of her dreams; however, shortly after giving birth to their son, a shocking betrayal proves that everything she knew about him was a lie and she needs to protect her son from a dangerous killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Citizen P.I. Season 1 Episode 4 - The DNA Detectives
    6.2/10(7 votes)

    #2 - The DNA Detectives

    S1:E4

    In 2006, a brutal crime takes place in the backwoods of Gregg County, TX. Two hunters find the body of the unidentified young woman. The victim’s identity eludes police for more than a decade. The volunteers of the DNA Doe Project aim to give her back her name and help bring a killer to justice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Citizen P.I. Season 1 Episode 1 - Sleuths Under Fire
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Sleuths Under Fire

    S1:E1

    In St. John's County, FL, in 2010, Sherriff Deputy Jeremy Banks' girlfriend dies of an apparent suicide, but the evidence doesn't add up. Years later, an amateur investigator looking into the case meets the same tragic fate. Now, two citizen sleuths team up to piece together what really happened.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Citizen P.I. Season 1 Episode 2 - Malibu Sniper
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Malibu Sniper

    S1:E2

    A young father of two is found shot in in his tent on a camping trip in idyllic Malibu Creek State Park; resident citizen journalist Cece Woods uncovers a string of unreported shootings in the area leading up to the murder.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Citizen P.I. Season 1 Episode 3 - Emails From Death Row
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Emails From Death Row

    S1:E3

    In Pensacola, Florida, independent journalist Rick Outzen is drawn into the murder investigation of a local couple known for adopting special needs children. Rick’s investigative tactics provide crucial insight into one of Florida’s most notorious crimes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Citizen P.I. Season 1 Episode 6 - I Will Find You
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - I Will Find You

    S1:E6

    In Shreveport, LA, best friends Jeanie Phelps and Patty Thorington investigate the murder of Jeanie's sister Carol Ann; after four decades of searching, Carol Ann's remains are formally identified. Their epic fight to get justice for Carol Ann has become a lifelong quest.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"A Failure in the System" is the best rated episode of "Citizen P.I.". It scored 8/10 based on 9 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/10/2021. This episode scored 1.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "The DNA Detectives".