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The Best Episodes of Death Valley Season 2

Every episode of Death Valley Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Death Valley Season 2!

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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
    Death Valley Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    9.0/10(92 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.5/10(82 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.5/10(74 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(70 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 5 - Episode 5
    10.0/10(61 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Death Valley Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.5/10(55 votes)

    #6 - 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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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Death Valley" season 2. It scored 9/10 based on 92 votes. Directed by Simon Hynd and written by Paul Doolan, it aired on 5/17/2026. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".