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The Worst 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...

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    #1 - T’áá Áłts’íísígo (Just a Small Piece)

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    S3:E7

    Leaphorn and Chee retrace their steps after uncovering a vital clue. Special Agent Washington pressures Emma for information. Manuelito moves quickly to execute a search warrant.

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  2. 6.5/10(232 votes)

    #2 - Ábidoo'niidę́ę́ (What We Had Been Told)

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    S3:E6

    Leaphorn is forced to confront his worst fears and darkest memories when he puts his life on the line to prevent another murder.

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  3. 7.8/10(1.3k votes)

    #3 - Monster Slayer

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    S1:E1

    Navajo Tribal Policeman Joe Leaphorn must solve a series of crimes. He partners with new deputy, Jim Chee, who is back on the reservation for the first time since he was a child. Together they face down evil forces both earthly and supernatural.

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    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writer:N/A
  4. 7.8/10(982 votes)

    #4 - The Male Rain Approaches

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    S1:E2

    Leaphorn and Chee interview the surviving witness to the Big Rock Motel murders. Chee meets with the coroner-- the cause of death remains a mystery. Meanwhile, Sgt. Manuelito makes a chilling discovery of her own.

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    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writer:N/A
  5. 7.8/10(922 votes)

    #5 - K'e

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    S1:E3

    Leaphorn's niece celebrates her Kinaaldá as Leaphorn retrieves the bodies of the murder victims. Meanwhile, Manuelito and Chee investigate the whereabouts of the missing Mormon family.

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    Writer:N/A
  6. 7.8/10(895 votes)

    #6 - HózhóoNaasháa

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    S1:E6

    Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito descend on the hiding place of the Buffalo Society, only to be confronted with hard decisions that could change the outcome of the rest of their lives.

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    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writer:N/A
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  8. 7.9/10(536 votes)

    #7 - Black Hole Sun

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    S2:E5

    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.

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  9. 8.0/10(929 votes)

    #8 - Hooghandi

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    S1:E4

    Leaphorn suspects all of the crimes on the reservation are related.There is a big break in the case. Leaphorn invites Chee over for dinner. Meanwhile, Manuelito makes a discovery of her own.

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    Writer:N/A
  10. 8.0/10(881 votes)

    #9 - Ha'i'i'nlni

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    S1:E5

    With a major suspect in custody, Leaphorn discovers that there is more to this crime than he would have ever imagined. Manuelito faces her worst fears. Chee must make a choice between his career and his people.

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    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writer:N/A
  11. 8.0/10(802 votes)

    #10 - Na'niłkaadii

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    S2:E1

    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.

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  12. 8.0/10(660 votes)

    #11 - Wonders of the Unknown

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    S2:E2

    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.

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    Director:Chris Eyre
  13. 8.0/10(604 votes)

    #12 - Antigonish

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    S2:E3

    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.

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  14. 8.1/10(604 votes)

    #13 - The March

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    S2:E4

    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.

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  15. 8.1/10(207 votes)

    #14 - Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)

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    S3:E2

    Leaphorn and Chee find themselves on a manhunt after making a shocking discovery. Special Agent Washington questions Leaphorn about a person of interest. Manuelito puts her job on the line when she searches for answers at a local ranch.

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  16. 8.1/10(182 votes)

    #15 - Ch'į́į́dii (Ghosts)

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    S3:E3

    After a close call, Leaphorn and Chee follow the trail of a new suspect. The discovery of a body sends Special Agent Washington in a different direction. Manuelito puts a target on her back as she digs deeper into the mystery.

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  17. 8.1/10(162 votes)

    #16 - Tsékǫ̨' Hasą́ní (Coal Mine Canyon)

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    S3:E5

    Following a grisly murder, Leaphorn and Chee strike out on their own when the FBI take over their case. Special Agent Washington pays the Leaphorns an unexpected visit. Manuelito searches for evidence south of the border.

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  18. 8.2/10(668 votes)

    #17 - Hózhó náhásdlįį

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    S2:E6

    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.

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  19. 8.2/10(170 votes)

    #18 - Chahałheeł (Darkness Falls)

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    S3:E4

    Chee pays Manuelito a visit after discovering a link between their cases. Leaphorn pursues a fugitive suspect. Special Agent Washington interviews an eyewitness to the crime she's investigating.

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  20. 8.3/10(296 votes)

    #19 - Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)

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    S3:E1

    Lt. Joe Leaphorn and Sgt. Jim Chee investigate the disappearance of a Navajo boy. Manuelito makes a sinister discovery while adjusting to life on the border patrol. An FBI agent comes to solve a case linked to Leaphorn's recent past.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"T’áá Áłts’íísígo (Just a Small Piece)" is the worst rated episode of "Dark Winds". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Steven Judd and written by Thomas Brady, Erica Tremblay, it aired on 4/20/2025. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Ábidoo'niidę́ę́ (What We Had Been Told)".