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Laura Diamond, a brilliant NYPD homicide detective balances her “Columbo” day job with a crazy family life that includes two unruly twin boys and a soon-to-be ex-husband — also a cop — who just can't

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 15 - The Mystery of the Unknown Caller
    8.2/10(159 votes)

    S2:E15

    Laura's sister becomes a suspect in a murder investigation in Brooklyn, so Laura tries to stay one step ahead of the detective assigned to the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 16 - The Mystery of the End of Watch
    8.2/10(183 votes)

    S2:E16

    Efforts to down an international drug kingpin result in tragedy. Meanwhile, Jake makes a huge decision about his future with Laura.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 16 - The Mystery of the Exsanguinated Ex
    7.9/10(201 votes)

    S1:E16

    When a former beauty queen is stabbed to death, Laura's ex-fiance becomes the prime suspect.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 21 - The Mystery of the Deceased Documentarian
    7.9/10(165 votes)

    S1:E21

    A young filmmaker is murdered, and an inexperienced detective causes problems with the investigation as Laura's team search for the killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 22 - The Mystery of the Corner Store Crossfire
    7.9/10(165 votes)

    S1:E22

    As Jake lies in critical condition, Laura and the team hunt his shooter, an assailant armed with a high-tech new weapon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 4 - The Mystery of the Convict Mentor
    7.8/10(151 votes)

    S2:E4

    When two convicted killers break out of a maximum security prison, Laura and team join the manhunt, but their loyalties are called into question, since one of the escapees is their former captain

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 17 - The Mystery of the Intoxicated Intern
    7.7/10(161 votes)

    S1:E17

    The detectives probe the murder of an intern working at a trendy tech startup. Laura struggles to make time for intimacy with her new beau.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 5 - The Mystery of the Watery Grave
    7.7/10(147 votes)

    S2:E5

    When the wife of a national media baron is driven off the West Side Highway, Laura and her team soon discover not everything is as it seems and unravel a dark secret in a case long thought closed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 10 - The Mystery of the Downward Spiral (1)
    7.7/10(142 votes)

    S2:E10

    A perfume mogul is killed in a savage manner and the investigation yields no prime suspect. Laura and Jake are at odds when they try to define the current state of their relationship.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 5 - The Mystery of the Terminal Tenant
    7.6/10(229 votes)

    S1:E5

    An unidentified body is discovered in a bathroom and detectives try to determine who the victim is.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 10 - The Mystery of the Fertility Fatality
    7.6/10(191 votes)

    S1:E10

    The detectives investigate when a woman suspects foul play after her husband, a fertility doctor, goes missing; the twins are accused of bullying at their Tae Kwon Do class.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 11 - The Mystery of the Frozen Foodie
    7.6/10(208 votes)

    S1:E11

    The 2nd Precinct detectives enter New York's culinary world to take on a chilling case. But things start heating up for Laura when a potential suspect turns into a serious crush.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 15 - The Mystery of the Alluring Au Pair
    7.6/10(176 votes)

    S1:E15

    A beautiful Au Pair’s untimely death puts Laura and the team on the hunt for a murderer and into the middle of a female escort ring. Meanwhile, the precinct spirals into a frenzy when a new detective named Frankie Pulaski is sent from headquarters to investigate alleged indiscretions between Jake and Laura.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 18 - The Mystery of the Sunken Sailor
    7.6/10(157 votes)

    S1:E18

    Laura helps investigate a sailor's murder, and she uses the case to avoid celebrating her birthday. Meanwhile, Billy must team up with a hard-nosed naval investigator.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 1 - The Mystery of the Taken Boy
    7.6/10(171 votes)

    S2:E1

    When a boy is kidnapped from his TriBeCa family, Laura and team are thrust into a high-stakes race against time and must uncover a host of family secrets in order to save the boy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 3 - The Mystery of the Locked Box
    7.6/10(151 votes)

    S2:E3

    When a technology wunderkind is murdered in a seemingly impenetrable high-security building, Laura and team must unravel the puzzling murder before someone steals the victim's billion-dollar ideas.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 13 - The Mystery of the Dark Heart
    7.6/10(131 votes)

    S2:E13

    Valentine's Day takes a deadly turn when Laura thinks a long-dormant serial killer has re-emerged; secrets fly in the squad room.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 14 - The Mystery of the Political Operation
    7.6/10(128 votes)

    S2:E14

    Laura and Jake must protect a high-profile foreign dignitary who is dealing with death threats and protests.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 12 - The Mystery of the Fateful Fire
    7.5/10(173 votes)

    S1:E12

    Laura and her team investigate arson and the death of a teenage boy. Jake and a former firefighting flame create sparks. Laura tries to put work aside and concentrate on the twins' Winter Carnival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 20 - The Mystery of the Crooked Clubber
    7.5/10(154 votes)

    S1:E20

    A club patron's death is linked to jewelry heists, so the detectives must halt a thievery ring in order to solve a murder. Meanwhile, Jake breaks divorced-parent protocols, leading Laura to reexamine her involvement with Tony.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 11 - The Mystery of the Unwelcome Houseguest (2)
    7.5/10(142 votes)

    S2:E11

    A stunning development leaves Laura in mortal danger and makes it clear that the murder case of Michael Dunham is far from resolved. It's a race against the clock as Laura fights to save her own life and take down a killer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 13 - The Mystery of the Deemed Dealer
    7.4/10(171 votes)

    S1:E13

    Romantic sparks fly when Laura and Jake investigate the murder of a star athlete at one of New York City's most elite prep schools.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 14 - The Mystery of the Popped Pugilist
    7.4/10(174 votes)

    S1:E14

    When a female impersonator is murdered, Laura and the team dive into the raucous New York City drag world. Meanwhile, Laura reconnects with an old friend, leading to a wild night out on the town.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 19 - The Mystery of the Dodgy Draft
    7.4/10(162 votes)

    S1:E19

    The team go inside the world of NCAA basketball while investigating the murder of a teacher's aide, and Laura must balance this case with a huge personal crisis.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 7 - The Mystery of the Maternal Instinct
    7.4/10(144 votes)

    S2:E7

    Laura and her team are hot on the trail of an international smuggling ring when a pregnant woman is found dead on the side of the side of the road, but they quickly discover the goods being trafficked are not what they appeared to be.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Mystery of the Unknown Caller" is the best rated episode of "The Mysteries of Laura". It scored 8.2/10 based on 159 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/24/2016. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Mystery of the End of Watch".