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The Best Episodes of Dark Winds

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

This psychological thriller follows two Navajo police officers, Leaphorn and Chee, in the 1970s Southwest as their search for clues in a grisly double murder...
Genres:CrimeDramaMystery
Network:AMC

Best Episodes Summary

"Hózhó náhásdlįį" is the best rated episode of "Dark Winds". It scored 8.2/10 based on 556 votes. Directed by Chris Eyre and written by John Wirth, Graham Roland, it aired on 9/3/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The March".

  • Hózhó náhásdlįį
    8.2/10556 votes
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    #1 - Hózhó náhásdlįį

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 9/3/2023

    Leaphorn and Chee discover evidence that connects their cases, only for Leaphorn to realize justice won't be easily served. Meanwhile, Manuelito prepares for a big life change.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: John Wirth, Graham Roland

  • The March
    8.1/10501 votes
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    #2 - The March

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 8/20/2023

    Leaphorn risks his life in pursuit of a suspect, while Manuelito stands up to the sheriff in a bid to rescue her boss. Seeking answers on a case, Chee considers a dangerous proposition.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: Jason Gavin

  • Hooghandi
    8.0/10820 votes
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    #3 - Hooghandi

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/3/2022

    Leaphorn and Chee uncover a big break in the case. Manuelito makes a discovery of her own.

    Director: Sanford Bookstaver

    Writer: N/A

  • Ha'i'i'nlni
    8.0/10782 votes
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    #4 - Ha'i'i'nlni

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/10/2022

    Leaphorn is thrown a curveball in the case. Manuelito faces her fears. Chee must make a choice.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: N/A

  • Na'niłkaadii
    8.0/10682 votes
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    #5 - Na'niłkaadii

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 7/30/2023

    Navajo Tribal Policeman Joe Leaphorn investigates the death of a man involved in a mysterious cult, while Jim Chee, moonlighting as a PI, works a case of his own. When their investigations collide, Leaphorn and Chee find themselves in grave danger.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: John Wirth, Rhiana Yazzie

  • Wonders of the Unknown
    8.0/10558 votes
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    #6 - Wonders of the Unknown

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 8/6/2023

    Leaphorn explores personal ties to an increasingly mysterious case, while Chee is questioned by a reluctant Sgt. Manuelito. The discovery of a body sends Leaphorn and Manuelito in pursuit of a child in danger.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: DezBaa', Max Hurwitz

  • Antigonish
    8.0/10511 votes
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    #7 - Antigonish

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 8/13/2023

    After facing off with a dangerous man, Chee strikes out on his own. Meanwhile, Leaphorn and Manuelito partner with the sheriff's department, leading Leaphorn to identify a vital clue.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: Steven Judd

  • Black Hole Sun
    7.9/10451 votes
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    #8 - Black Hole Sun

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 8/27/2023

    With his suspect in custody, Leaphorn races against the clock to get a confession, while Chee goes under cover at the cult that ties their investigations together. Meanwhile, Manuelito counsels a teenager nervous about the draft.

    Director: Billy Luther

    Writer: Billy Luther, Max Hurwitz

  • Monster Slayer
    7.8/101,167 votes
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    #9 - Monster Slayer

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/12/2022

    Joe Leaphorn and his new deputy Jim Chee investigate a series of crimes on the Navajo reservation.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: N/A

  • The Male Rain Approaches
    7.8/10860 votes
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    #10 - The Male Rain Approaches

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/19/2022

    Leaphorn and Chee interview the witness to the motel murders. Manuelito investigates a new crime.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: N/A

  • K'e
    7.8/10812 votes
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    #11 - K'e

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/26/2022

    Chee and Manuelito investigate a kidnapping. Leaphorn brings home the bodies of the murder victims.

    Director: Sanford Bookstaver

    Writer: N/A

  • HózhóoNaasháa
    7.8/10784 votes
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    #12 - HózhóoNaasháa

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/17/2022

    Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito take on the Buffalo Society.

    Director: Chris Eyre

    Writer: N/A