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The Best Episodes of Strike

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

The Best Episodes of Strike

A war veteran turned private detective operates out of a tiny office in London’s Denmark Street. Although wounded both physically and psychologically, his unique insight...

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    8.6/10(909 votes)

    #1 - Episode 4

    S5:E4

    Strike realises that Margot’s killer is responsible for many other murders that have gone undetected, and lays a trap.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  2. Background image for Episode 3
    8.3/10(711 votes)

    #2 - Episode 3

    S5:E3

    Spurred on by the father of a young woman who also went missing in the 1970s, the detectives attempt to outwit an incarcerated serial killer who may hold the key to the case.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  3. Background image for Episode 1
    8.1/10(989 votes)

    #3 - Episode 1

    S5:E1

    Strike is approached by a woman asking for help to find her mother, Margot Bamborough, who went missing in 1974 when a psychopathic serial killer stalked the streets.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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    8.1/10(751 votes)

    #4 - Episode 2

    S5:E2

    The investigation takes a dangerous turn as a disturbing piece of evidence leads Robin and Strike into London’s underworld. Robin risks her life by pursuing a vicious suspect.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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    8.0/10(1.4k votes)

    #5 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Long-buried secrets are revealed, putting Strike and Robin in danger as they close in the killer.

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  6. Background image for Episode 1
    8.0/10(1.1k votes)

    #6 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    A dismembered leg sent to Strike's office sends both his and Robin's lives into disarray, forcing them to confront spectres from their pasts.

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    8.0/10(1.1k votes)

    #7 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    Strike and Robin's partnership reaches breaking point as Robin's wedding approaches, and they disagree about how to ensnare a man who abuses children.

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  9. Background image for Episode 3
    8.0/10(811 votes)

    #8 - Episode 3

    S4:E3

    Robin discovers a startling truth close to home. The government minister’s blackmailer becomes the prime suspect in the case, but Robin and Strike believe there was an accomplice.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  10. Background image for Episode 4
    8.0/10(848 votes)

    #9 - Episode 4

    S4:E4

    Robin admits the truth to Strike, and a valuable clue helps them solve the case. Season finale.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  11. Background image for Episode 1
    7.9/10(1.9k votes)

    #10 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Cormoran Strike, an injured war veteran turned PI, and secretary Robin Ellacott seek the truth surrounding the mysterious death of supermodel Lula Landry.

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  12. Background image for Episode 2
    7.8/10(1.4k votes)

    #11 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Strike makes a breakthrough. Robin is offered a permanent job in HR but is reluctant to take it.

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    7.8/10(1.2k votes)

    #12 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    War veteran turned private investigator Cormoran Strike investigates the disappearance of a provocative author. Robin is caught between Strike and Matthew's hopes.

    Director:Kieron Hawkes
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  14. Background image for Episode 1
    7.8/10(1.1k votes)

    #13 - Episode 1

    S4:E1

    Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott are at odds following Robin’s wedding to Matthew, but there’s no time to mull over the new distance within their professional relationship, as a frightening visit from a potential client puts a new case on the table - and Robin and Strike set to work looking into reports of a strangled child.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  15. Background image for Episode 2
    7.8/10(850 votes)

    #14 - Episode 2

    S4:E2

    A startling discovery seems to confirm the story of the strangled child, but the team are forced to leave the scene before they can properly investigate. Fearing their witness is in danger, they redouble their efforts to find him.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  16. Background image for Episode 2
    7.7/10(1.1k votes)

    #15 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Delving deeper into the hidden meanings and concealed secrets of Bombyx Mori, Strike and Robin scour all corners of London's literary world to unmask the killer.

    Director:Kieron Hawkes
    Writer:Tom Edge
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    7.6/10(549 votes)

    #16 - Episode 4

    S6:E4

    The agency is the target of a devastating attack. Strike figures out who killed Edie, and having secured proof, Robin puts herself in danger in order to save lives.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  18. Background image for Episode 1
    7.3/10(744 votes)

    #17 - Episode 1

    S6:E1

    Edie Ledwell, the co-creator of a cult TV cartoon, The Ink Black Heart, is being harassed by an online figure, Anomie. She asks Robin to uncover Anomie's true identity.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  19. Background image for Episode 2
    7.3/10(550 votes)

    #18 - Episode 2

    S6:E2

    Robin, Strike and Barclay all take risks to further the investigation now that they think Anomie probably killed Edie Ledwell. Strike receives an unexpected and unwelcome visitor.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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  20. Background image for Episode 3
    7.3/10(509 votes)

    #19 - Episode 3

    S6:E3

    Robin and Strike make a major breakthrough, having eliminated several suspects. Robin's cover is blown, and Strike stays the night at her new flat. Meanwhile, Anomie claims another two victims.

    Director:Susan Tully
    Writer:Tom Edge
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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 4" is the best rated episode of "Strike". It scored 8.6/10 based on 909 votes. Directed by Susan Tully and written by Tom Edge, it aired on 12/19/2022. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 3".