Murdaugh: Death in the Family backdrop
DramaCrime
Murdaugh: Death in the Family poster

The Best Episodes of Murdaugh: Death in the Family

Every episode of Murdaugh: Death in the Family ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Murdaugh: Death in the Family!

The Best Episodes of Murdaugh: Death in the Family

Maggie and Alex enjoy a lavish life of privilege as members of one of South Carolina's most powerful legal dynasties. But when their son Paul...

Seasons1

  1. Background image for June 7th
    8.1/10(89 votes)

    #1 - June 7th

    S1:E6

    Maggie finds joy in life outside of Hampton while Paul embraces his newfound sense of responsibility. Alex struggles to process the news of his father's deteriorating health.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

  2. Background image for One Is Missing
    7.6/10(184 votes)

    #2 - One Is Missing

    S1:E2

    Alex attempts to control the narrative of the boat crash, while Maggie contends with the severe consequences of Paul's actions. A young reporter, Mandy, takes an interest in the Family.

    Director:Steven Piet
    Writer:Unknown
    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

  3. Background image for The Prince
    7.6/10(114 votes)

    #3 - The Prince

    S1:E5

    The Family attends Hampton’s Annual Watermelon Festival where Alex is confronted by the consequences of his behavior. Mandy publishes an article that implicates one of the Murdaugh boys.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

  4. Background image for Kokomo
    7.5/10(174 votes)

    #4 - Kokomo

    S1:E3

    To escape the negative attention brought on by Paul’s legal issues, Alex takes the family on a luxury Caribbean vacation where truths are revealed and troubles arise.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

  5. Background image for Controlled Burn
    7.4/10(136 votes)

    #5 - Controlled Burn

    S1:E4

    As Paul and Maggie struggle with Gloria’s absence, Alex continues to deal with fallout from the boat crash. Mandy uncovers a new case with alleged ties to the Murdaughs.

    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

  6. Background image for Family Tradition
    7.3/10(214 votes)

    #6 - Family Tradition

    S1:E1

    It’s 2021, and prominent South Carolina lawyer Alex discovers his wife Maggie and son Paul murdered outside their home. Flashing back three years earlier, Maggie throws a party while Alex pursues a new business venture, and Paul has a wild night.

    Director:Steven Piet
    Writer:Unknown
    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

  7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 WORST Episodes of Murdaugh: Death in the Family

    READ
  8. Background image for On The Road You Take to Avoid It
    NaN/10(0 votes)

    #7 - On The Road You Take to Avoid It

    S1:E7

    Following the shock of the double murder, the investigation intensifies. Attention shifts as authorities begin to uncover Alex's rampant financial theft and fraud, which provided a desperate motive for the killings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
    0 Comments

    Be first to comment!

    Start
    !

    Be the first to comment!

Best Episodes Summary

"June 7th" is the best rated episode of "Murdaugh: Death in the Family". It scored 8.1/10 based on 89 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/5/2025. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "One Is Missing".