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The Worst Episodes of Detective Hole

Every episode of Detective Hole ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Detective Hole!

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When a series of ritualistic murders hits Oslo, a gifted detective must navigate a puzzle of patterns, corruption and his own demons to catch the killer.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 2 - Ghosts
    7.4/10(988 votes)

    S1:E2

    As a gruesome and perplexing murder strikes Oslo, a personal tragedy drags Harry back into bad habits and an obsessive search for answers.

    Director:Øystein Karlsen
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  2. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 3 - To Silence the Voices
    7.4/10(930 votes)

    S1:E3

    After crossing one line too many, Harry is reassigned to a missing persons case that raises his suspicions. Waaler sets a trap with lethal consequences.

    Director:Anna Zackrisson
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  3. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 4 - After They Are Dead, Before They Are Cold
    7.6/10(885 votes)

    S1:E4

    The police must call on Harry’s expertise after a chilling package arrives by post. But with Waaler leading the case, his return comes at a price.

    Director:Anna Zackrisson
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  4. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 5 - The Devil's Star
    7.6/10(868 votes)

    S1:E5

    With evidence suggesting they're dealing with a serial killer, the police shift tactics and chase a promising lead as gang violence escalates across Oslo.

    Director:Øystein Karlsen
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  5. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 1 - 36 Seconds
    7.7/10(1260 votes)

    S1:E1

    Five years after a traumatic incident, Detective Harry Hole buries himself in case work when a weapons seizure points to a shocking suspect.

    Director:Øystein Karlsen
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  6. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 6 - Five
    7.7/10(836 votes)

    S1:E6

    Unable to find a logical connection between the symbolism, locations and victims, Harry attempts a mind-bending method to crack the serial killer’s code.

    Director:Anna Zackrisson
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  7. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 7 - Joseph's Blessing
    7.8/10(812 votes)

    S1:E7

    Patterns and riddles point Harry in the direction of the next possible murder. But is he finally one step ahead, or still chasing the killer’s tail?

    Director:Øystein Karlsen
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  8. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 8 - The Woman in the Water
    8.1/10(823 votes)

    S1:E8

    Hunted by his own, Harry goes underground with his captive to prove a theory — only to uncover another deceptive layer separating him from the truth.

    Director:Øystein Karlsen
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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  9. Detective Hole Season 1 Episode 9 - Duke Ellington's Piano
    8.1/10(902 votes)

    S1:E9

    Harry closes in on the secret behind the murders, but as his worst fears surface, the cost of his relentless pursuit of justice becomes alarmingly clear.

    Director:Øystein Karlsen
    Writer:Jo Nesbø

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Ghosts" is the worst rated episode of "Detective Hole". It scored 7.4/10 based on 988 votes. Directed by Øystein Karlsen and written by Jo Nesbø, it aired on 3/26/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "To Silence the Voices".