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The Best Episodes of The Murders at Starved Rock

Every episode of The Murders at Starved Rock ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Murders at Starved Rock!

Binge this in 2h 54m•Peaking at 7.2/10

This documentary series explores the 1960 brutal murders of three women in Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County, Illinois, and the decades of questions and doubts that have haunted the son of the prosecutor

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Murders at Starved Rock Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1: The Boogeyman
    7.2/10(84 votes)

    #1 - Part 1: The Boogeyman

    S1:E1

    In 1960, three women are brutally murdered in Starved Rock State Park, casting a decades-long shadow over the town of LaSalle, Illinois.

    Director:Jody McVeigh-Schultz
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Murders at Starved Rock Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2: Psychological Warfare
    7.1/10(75 votes)

    #2 - Part 2: Psychological Warfare

    S1:E2

    David’s investigation leads him back to LaSalle, where, decades after the horrendous crime, locals continue to debate Chester’s innocence.

    Director:Jody McVeigh-Schultz
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Murders at Starved Rock Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3: Memories
    6.7/10(67 votes)

    #3 - Part 3: Memories

    S1:E3

    With Chester free, David grapples with lingering suspicions, the effects of generational trauma, and the fallout of his father’s legacy.

    Director:Jody McVeigh-Schultz
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part 1: The Boogeyman" is the best rated episode of "The Murders at Starved Rock". It scored 7.2/10 based on 84 votes. Directed by Jody McVeigh-Schultz and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/14/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part 2: Psychological Warfare".