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The Best Episodes of The Murdoch Mysteries Season 1

Every episode of The Murdoch Mysteries Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Murdoch Mysteries Season 1!

Binge this in 4h 30m•Peaking at 7.5/10

In 1890s Canada, a police inspector applies the latest scientific methods of deduction, much to the chagrin of his superiors.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Murdoch Mysteries Season 1 Episode 1 - Except the Dying
    7.2/10(149 votes)

    #1 - Except the Dying

    S1:E1

    Detective Murdoch investigates when a wealthy family's pregnant maid is found dead in an area frequented by prostitutes.

    Director:Michael DeCarlo
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Murdoch Mysteries Season 1 Episode 2 - Poor Tom is Cold
    7.5/10(97 votes)

    #2 - Poor Tom is Cold

    S1:E2

    Detective Murdoch refuses to believe the coroner's conclusion that his young friend and protégée, Constable Oliver Wicken, committed suicide. However, the only possible witness who could solve the mystery is locked away in a lunatic asylum.

    Director:Michael DeCarlo
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Murdoch Mysteries Season 1 Episode 3 - Under the Dragon's Tail
    7.5/10(84 votes)

    #3 - Under the Dragon's Tail

    S1:E3

    Detective Murdoch investigates the murder of Dolly Capshaw, a mid-wife who, it turns out, was also an abortionist.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Except the Dying" is the best rated episode of "The Murdoch Mysteries" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 149 votes. Directed by Michael DeCarlo and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/13/2004. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Poor Tom is Cold".