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The Best Episodes of The Beast Must Die Season 1

Every episode of The Beast Must Die Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Beast Must Die Season 1!

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Following the death of her son in a hit and run, all Frances Cairnes wants is to hunt down and kill the man she believes is responsible. When she finally tracks him down, she tricks

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Beast Must Die Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.8/10(186 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Frances Cairnes begins her search for the person who killed her six-year-old son in a hit and run. DI Strangeways arrives on the Isle of Wight, hoping for a fresh start after the death of his colleague.

    Director:Dome Karukoski
    Writer:Gaby Chiappe

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  2. The Beast Must Die Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.9/10(150 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Tracking down the man that she believes is responsible for the death of her son, Frances sets out to inveigle her way into his home as she plots her revenge. Struggling to deal with his PTSD, DI Strangeways’ takes a closer look at the investigation into Frances’ son’s death.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Beast Must Die Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.8/10(118 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Staying on as a house guest, Frances must now work out how she is going to see her murderous plan through. Strangeways's suspicions over his predecessor's handling of Frances's case begin to grow.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Beast Must Die Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.1/10(118 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    As Frances becomes more embedded in the home, she makes progress with her plan: she's found her weapon. Things heat up for DI Strangeways as he becomes ever more convinced of the possibility of foul play.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Beast Must Die Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.2/10(112 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    DI Strangeways, blindsided by a surprising discovery, scrambles to find answers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Beast Must Die" season 1. It scored 6.8/10 based on 186 votes. Directed by Dome Karukoski and written by Gaby Chiappe, it aired on 5/27/2021. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".