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The Best Episodes of The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst

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Robert Durst, scion of NY's billionaire real-estate family, has been accused of three murders but has evaded justice for over 30 years. Durst speaks in...
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  • Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?
    8.9/10(9)
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    #1 - Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?

    Season 1 Episode 6

    Aired 3/15/2015

    Present day: Nearly a decade has passed since the filmmakers began investigating Robert Durst and his alleged crimes. They have spoken to more than 100 participants in Robert's story, including family, friends, police, lawyers, jurors and journalists in an attempt to get at the truth.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst
    8.1/10(9)
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    #2 - Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 3/1/2015

    Two years after the dismembered body of Morris Black washed up on the shores of Galveston, TX, Robert Durst goes on trial with a formidable team of attorneys and a brilliant defense strategy.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Chapter 5: Family Values
    8.1/10(9)
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    #3 - Chapter 5: Family Values

    Season 1 Episode 5

    Aired 3/8/2015

    Present Day: In the 33 years since Kathie Durst disappeared, no progress has been made in finding out what happened to her, or finding her body. Without answers, her family and friends continue to hunt for the truth.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Chapter 3: The Gangster's Daughter
    7.6/10(8)
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    #4 - Chapter 3: The Gangster's Daughter

    Season 1 Episode 3

    Aired 2/22/2015

    Nearly 20 years after his wife disappeared, Robert Durst makes headlines again when his longtime confidante Susan Berman--a potential witness in the disappearance of Kathie Durst--is murdered in LA.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Chapter 1: A Body in the Bay
    7.5/10(10)
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    #5 - Chapter 1: A Body in the Bay

    Season 1 Episode 1

    Aired 2/8/2015

    A dismembered body discovered in Texas in 2001 is possibly connected to Durst. In 2012, Durst contacts director Andrew Jarecki about an interview.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Chapter 2: Poor Little Rich Boy
    7.3/10(8)
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    #6 - Chapter 2: Poor Little Rich Boy

    Season 1 Episode 2

    Aired 2/15/2015

    Robert Durst discusses witnessing his mother's suicide when he was a child and his 1973 marriage to Kathleen McCormack, who disappeared in 1982.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Why Are You Still Here?
    7.0/10(2)
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    #7 - Why Are You Still Here?

    Season 2 Episode 1

    Aired 4/21/2024

    As new evidence is revealed, Robert Durst is arrested and charged with Susan Berman's murder. But who will support Bob in his time of need?

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Friendships Die Hard
    7.0/10(2)
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    #8 - Friendships Die Hard

    Season 2 Episode 2

    Aired 4/28/2024

    From jail, Bob makes frequent calls to people who've helped him in the past, including a longtime friend who is keeping his own secret.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Mostly the Truth
    7.0/10(1)
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    #9 - Mostly the Truth

    Season 2 Episode 5

    Aired 5/19/2024

    Bob takes the stand to tell his version of events, but on cross-examination finds prosecutor Lewin better-prepared than he anticipated.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • It Takes a Village
    7.0/10(1)
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    #10 - It Takes a Village

    Season 2 Episode 6

    Aired 5/26/2024

    After Bob's death, Kathie's family files a lawsuit against his estate – forcing his friends and family to go on the record.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • Saving My Tears Until It's Official
    6.0/10(1)
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    #11 - Saving My Tears Until It's Official

    Season 2 Episode 3

    Aired 5/5/2024

    At trial, prosecutors revisit the 1982 disappearance of Bob's first wife Kathie and make the case that Susan helped Bob cover up the crime.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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  • The Unluckiest Man in the World
    6.0/10(1)
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    #12 - The Unluckiest Man in the World

    Season 2 Episode 4

    Aired 5/12/2024

    Longtime Durst confidant Stewart Altman defends him on the stand, but when his wife Emily testifies, she reveals crucial new details.

    Director: Andrew Jarecki

    Writer: N/A

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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?" is the best rated episode of "The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst". It scored 8.9/10 based on 9 votes. Directed by Andrew Jarecki and written by N/A, it aired on 3/15/2015. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst".