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The Best Episodes of The Breakthrough

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

Binge this in 2h 39m•Peaking at 7.5/10

When a shocking double homicide goes unsolved for 16 years, a detective teams up with a genealogist to catch the killer before it becomes a cold case.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 4 - A Lonely Person
    7.5/10(406 votes)

    #1 - A Lonely Person

    S1:E4

    With everyone nearing the ends of their ropes, a revelation from an unexpected source leads to a breakthrough in the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 1 - The Unthinkable
    7.2/10(442 votes)

    #2 - The Unthinkable

    S1:E1

    After a double murder sends shock waves through a quiet Swedish town, lead detective John promises the grieving families that he will find the killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 3 - Family Tree
    7.2/10(399 votes)

    #3 - Family Tree

    S1:E3

    John and Per's investigative efforts are obstructed by their clashing personalities. A prying journalist adds to the pressure.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Breakthrough Season 1 Episode 2 - Leave No Stone Unturned
    7.0/10(412 votes)

    #4 - Leave No Stone Unturned

    S1:E2

    As weeks turn into years without answers and his home life slowly falls apart, a desperate John turns to an unlikely ally to help crack the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Lonely Person" is the best rated episode of "The Breakthrough". It scored 7.5/10 based on 406 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/7/2025. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Unthinkable".