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The Best Episodes of Memory of a Killer Season 1

Every episode of Memory of a Killer Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Memory of a Killer Season 1!

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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
    Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.5/10(415 votes)

    #1 - 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
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 2 - Ferryman
    7.4/10(318 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 3 - Samurai
    7.8/10(241 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 4 - Unhappy Ending
    7.5/10(194 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 5 - Betrayal
    8.1/10(104 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Memory of a Killer Season 1 Episode 6 - Uncle Jacob
    0.0/10(0 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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Memory of a Killer" season 1. It scored 7.5/10 based on 415 votes. Directed by Daniel Minahan and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/25/2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Ferryman".