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The Best Episodes of Memory of a Killer

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Angelo Doyle lives two totally separate lives — fearsome NYC hitman and sleepy upstate Cooperstown photocopier salesman and father. Both of them are threatened when he is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, a disease he already lost

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 9 - Shoot the Piano Player
    8.6/10(277 votes)

    #1 - Shoot the Piano Player

    S1:E9

    After a stunning reveal, Angelo races against the clock to protect the ones he loves from The Ferryman's path of death and destruction.

    Director:Rebecca Rodriguez
    Writers:Aaron Zelman, Glenn Kessler

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  2. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 10 - Exposed
    8.1/10(248 votes)

    #2 - Exposed

    S1:E10

    Angelo's worlds collide, setting up an explosive and heart-racing confrontation with The Ferryman.

    Director:James Strong
    Writers:Aaron Zelman, Glenn Kessler

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  3. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 5 - Betrayal
    7.8/10(318 votes)

    #3 - Betrayal

    S1:E5

    While on a hit Angelo remembers a pivotal moment in his life, 5 years ago, when he learned his brother had Alzheimer's and Angelo was forced to make a life-changing decision.

    Director:John Fawcett
    Writer:Glenise Mullins

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  4. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 8 - Tailored by Fabroni
    7.8/10(244 votes)

    #4 - Tailored by Fabroni

    S1:E8

    Major revelations threaten to upend Angelo's family. Joe gets the opportunity of a lifetime.

    Director:Toa Fraser
    Writer:Jason Lew

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  5. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 3 - Samurai
    7.7/10(393 votes)

    #5 - Samurai

    S1:E3

    Dutch assigns Angelo to kill an Internal Affairs Agent who threatens to take down their whole operation. Still rattled by the shooting, Maria seeks Dave's help in procuring a gun. Agent Grant runs into Angelo, who suspects she may see him as more than just the father of a victim.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writers:Ed Whitmore, Tracey Malone, Heidi-Marie Ferren

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  6. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 6 - Uncle Jacob
    7.6/10(267 votes)

    #6 - Uncle Jacob

    S1:E6

    Haunted by fractured memories, Angelo questions his perception of reality. Joe helps Angelo plan a high-tech public assassination of a Russian mob accountant who is about to testify on live TV. Detective Woods investigates one of Angelo's murders, bringing him one step closer to uncovering Angelo's secret life.

    Director:Rebecca Rodriguez
    Writers:Jason Lew, Kat Sieniuc

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  7. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 7 - Dr. Parks
    7.6/10(254 votes)

    #7 - Dr. Parks

    S1:E7

    Angelo learns that a previous job may be the key to unmasking The Ferryman. Meanwhile, Dave has a big break in his investigation that could expose Angelo's true identity.

    Director:Loren Yaconelli
    Writers:Glenise Mullins, Austin Badgett

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  8. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.5/10(582 votes)

    #8 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    After carrying out a hit on his latest assigned target, Angelo begins to realize his mind may be failing him as his two, completely separate lives are slowly crashing together.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writers:Ed Whitmore, Tracey Malone

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  9. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 2 - Ferryman
    7.5/10(466 votes)

    #9 - Ferryman

    S1:E2

    After the hit on his daughter, Angelo warns Maria about her mom's killer. FBI Agent Grant questions him, while Angelo and Joe handle a mob accountant.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writers:Ed Whitmore, Tracey Malone

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  10. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 4 - Unhappy Ending
    7.4/10(357 votes)

    #10 - Unhappy Ending

    S1:E4

    Angelo postpones a hit to hunt for The Ferryman, who he believes was responsible for the hit on Maria. Meanwhile, the FBI investigates a crime scene linked to Angelo.

    Director:Toa Fraser
    Writer:David Schulner

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Best Episodes Summary

"Shoot the Piano Player" is the best rated episode of "Memory of a Killer". It scored 8.6/10 based on 277 votes. Directed by Rebecca Rodriguez and written by Aaron Zelman, Glenn Kessler, it aired on 3/30/2026. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Exposed".