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The Best Episodes of Death Valley

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

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Thrown together by the murder of John's neighbour, John and Janie are an odd, yet hilarious duo with opposing instincts. Every week, they get to the bottom of gripping murders, with various stunning Welsh locations

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Death Valley Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.1/10(110 votes)

    #1 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    When a runner overdoses in an actor’s trailer, Janie and John are called to investigate. On the set of an epic Welsh TV drama, the team interview the crew to solve the crime.

    Director:Claire Winyard
    Writers:Paul Doolan, Sian Harries

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  2. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.1/10(98 votes)

    #2 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    Whilst running a rehabilitation course for a group of rule-breaking police officers, Janie locks down CID when an attendee is found dead and brings John in to solve the case.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writer:Paul Doolan

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  3. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(90 votes)

    #3 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    A sudden death at the funeral of a rugby club groundsman leads John and Janie to suspect everyone in the club. With Janie’s big move looming, John considers life without her.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writer:Paul Doolan

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  4. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.8/10(107 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    John and Janie arrive at a new age commune to investigate the murder of its founder. Janie hopes to solve the case quickly, as one member is an unwelcome familiar face.

    Director:Claire Winyard
    Writer:Nina Metivier

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  5. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(115 votes)

    #5 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Following the death of a chef in an arson attack on his restaurant, John and Janie come to a small fishing village to scrutinise the locals.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writers:Paul Doolan, Ian Jarvis

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  6. Death Valley Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(307 votes)

    #6 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    A murder-mystery party turns into a real investigation when a famous actor is found stabbed to death. John reconnects with an old flame while he and Janie investigate.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Death Valley Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.6/10(277 votes)

    #7 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    John and Janie unravel a mystery involving a murder at a school reunion, a cold case, and a shocking discovery from Janie’s past. John risks their friendship with unexpected news.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.6/10(139 votes)

    #8 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    A man is found dead while he is meant to be serving community service. After some time apart, Janie and John must come together and get creative in order to crack the case.

    Director:Simon Hynd
    Writer:Paul Doolan

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  9. Death Valley Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.5/10(418 votes)

    #9 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    After a mysterious walker is found dead on a Welsh mountain trail, Janie ropes John into joining her mam Yvonne’s walking group to investigate the unidentified woman.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Death Valley Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.4/10(314 votes)

    #10 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    John and Janie investigate a murder in an amateur dramatics group, prompting John to take a role in their next stage production.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Death Valley Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.3/10(342 votes)

    #11 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Janie and John disagree on how to investigate the untimely death of a best man. John goes against Janie’s wishes and befriends the bride to gain insight into the wedding party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Death Valley Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(501 votes)

    #12 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    DS Janie Mallowan teams up with eccentric national treasure and beloved TV detective John Chapel, to solve a murder.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "Death Valley". It scored 8.1/10 based on 110 votes. Directed by Claire Winyard and written by Paul Doolan, Sian Harries, it aired on 5/31/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 5".