Making a Murderer

The Best Episodes of Making a Murderer

Genres:DocumentaryCrime
Network:Netflix

Every episode of Making a Murderer ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Making a Murderer!

Filmed over 10 years, this real-life thriller follows a DNA exoneree who, while exposing police corruption, becomes a suspect in a grisly new crime.
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  1. 8.8/10(1.7k votes)

    #1 - Indefensible

    S1:E4

    An unexpected confession casts doubt on Steven's role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.

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  2. 8.7/10(1.6k votes)

    #2 - The Last Person to See Teresa Alive

    S1:E5

    As Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.

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  3. 8.6/10(1.7k votes)

    #3 - Plight of the Accused

    S1:E3

    Steven is back in jail, charged with murder, but there are troubling questions about how he was arrested and why.

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  4. 8.6/10(968 votes)

    #4 - Friday Nite

    S2:E9

    A witness comes forward with new information about Teresa's car. Kathleen attempts to build the timeline of what happened to Teresa on Oct. 31, 2005.

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  5. 8.5/10(1.4k votes)

    #5 - Lack of Humility

    S1:E9

    Steven's trial is over, but a new one is just beginning. Will the jury find the suspect's confession or his conflicting statements more believable?

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  6. 8.5/10(1.0k votes)

    #6 - Trust No One

    S2:E10

    Kathleen makes two of the biggest discoveries of the case. Brendan's lawyers take his case to the next level.

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  8. 8.4/10(1.4k votes)

    #7 - The Great Burden

    S1:E8

    After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Steven's fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.

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  9. 8.4/10(1.4k votes)

    #8 - Fighting for their Lives

    S1:E10

    In the years after Steven and Brendan's very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.

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  10. 8.3/10(1.8k votes)

    #9 - Turning the Tables

    S1:E2

    As Steven starts creating a new life for himself, he pursues a lawsuit against Manitowoc County law enforcement officials for corruption in his case.

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  11. 8.3/10(1.5k votes)

    #10 - Testing the Evidence

    S1:E6

    Steven's attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.

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  12. 8.3/10(1.5k votes)

    #11 - Framing Defense

    S1:E7

    As the murder trial continues, Steven's attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.

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  13. 8.2/10(2.0k votes)

    #12 - Eighteen Years Lost

    S1:E1

    When Steven Avery is freed from a wrongful conviction, his search for justice raises questions about the authorities who put him behind bars.

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  14. 8.2/10(887 votes)

    #13 - Special Care

    S2:E8

    Kathleen uncovers evidence about one of the State's star witnesses. Brendan's case takes another unexpected turn.

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  15. 8.1/10(963 votes)

    #14 - A Legal Miracle

    S2:E3

    Kathleen's forensic experts review the evidence found in Steven's burn pit. A 1996 statute limits Brendan’s chances of success in federal court.

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  16. 8.0/10(993 votes)

    #15 - Words and Words Only

    S2:E2

    Brendan's lawyers work to prove his conviction was based on a coerced confession. Kathleen tests Steven in new ways and visits the alleged crime scene.

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  17. 8.0/10(883 votes)

    #16 - What + Why = Who

    S2:E5

    Searching for evidence of tampering, Kathleen visits Steven’s trailer. A new twist in Brendan's case sends his family on an emotional roller coaster.

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  18. 8.0/10(871 votes)

    #17 - Item FL

    S2:E7

    Kathleen runs new tests on the bullet believed to have killed Teresa Halbach and tracks Teresa's movements on the day she disappeared.

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  19. 7.9/10(876 votes)

    #18 - Everything Takes Time

    S2:E6

    Kathleen obtains access to some of the original physical evidence from the case. The former prosecutor holds a press conference.

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  20. 7.8/10(1.1k votes)

    #19 - Number 18

    S2:E1

    Powerhouse lawyer Kathleen Zellner offers to take Steven's case. Brendan's postconviction lawyers fight in federal court to try to get him released.

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  21. 7.8/10(926 votes)

    #20 - Welcome to Wisconsin

    S2:E4

    Cautiously optimistic, Brendan and his family wait to hear important news about his case. Kathleen files a motion for new scientific testing.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Indefensible" is the best rated episode of "Making a Murderer". It scored 8.8/10 based on 1745 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 12/18/2015. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Last Person to See Teresa Alive".