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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 Worst Episode
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    The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.6/10(397 votes)

    S1:E1

    A talented New York City homicide detective struggles to balance her demanding job with her hectic home life, which includes rambunctious twin boys and a husband who's reluctant to sign her divorce papers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 2 - The Mystery of the Dead Date
    7.1/10(288 votes)

    S1:E2

    The use of an online dating service precipitates a woman's murder, so Laura decides to bait the killer by using the same service. As a consequence, she also considers personally getting back into dating.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 3 - The Mystery of the Biker Bar
    7.2/10(260 votes)

    S1:E3

    A popular biker-bar owner is killed, with the case leading Laura and Jake to the scene of their first date. The twins can't outwit their new ex-con babysitter but, just to be sure, Laura has Max spy on them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 6 - The Mystery of the Red Runway
    7.2/10(213 votes)

    S1:E6

    A fashion designer's intern is murdered, so Laura infiltrates Fashion Week, where the suspects include top models and knockoff sellers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 7 - The Mystery of the Art Ace
    7.2/10(211 votes)

    S1:E7

    A gambling ring is uncovered by the team while they investigate the murder of a gallery owner's son in Koreatown, and Laura reunites with her estranged dad as she prepares to go undercover as a high-stakes poker player.

    Director:Jace Alexander
    Writers:Rick Marin, Jeffrey Lippman

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  6. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 4 - The Mystery of the Sex Scandal
    7.3/10(243 votes)

    S1:E4

    Following a political sex scandal, Laura investigates the alleged mistress involved in it. Problems with surveillance emerge though, forcing detectives to enter the world of online gaming.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 8 - The Mystery of the Mobile Murder
    7.3/10(213 votes)

    S1:E8

    A woman's body is found on a party bus, and the murder investigation leads to a beauty empire. The detectives become competitive during an annual mud race.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Mysteries of Laura Season 1 Episode 9 - The Mystery of the Dysfunctional Dynasty
    7.3/10(196 votes)

    S1:E9

    Religious motives are suspected in a couple's murder. Meanwhile, Laura and Jake look for a new nanny and encounter a familiar face in their search.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 2 - The Mystery of the Cure to Loneliness
    7.3/10(145 votes)

    S2:E2

    When a woman with cancer dies under mysteries circumstances, Laura and her team investigate the world of survivors and supporters and learn appearances can be deceiving.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 6 - The Mystery of the Dead Heat
    7.3/10(142 votes)

    S2:E6

    The team dives into the world of the fitness obsessed as it investigates the death of a gym owner who was cooked alive in his sauna.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 12 - The Mystery of the Morning Jog
    7.3/10(129 votes)

    S2:E12

    Laura and team investigate a Men's Rights group implicated in the murder of the city's top sports surgeon. Billy and Meredith take their relationship to the next level.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. 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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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. 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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  16. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 8 - The Mystery of the Ghost in the Machine
    7.4/10(134 votes)

    S2:E8

    An undercover cop is exposed and killed, so the team investigate his homicide and are targeted in the process, forcing them to alter their approach.

    Director:Norman Buckley
    Writers:Jeff Rake, Nikhil S. Jayaram

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  17. The Mysteries of Laura Season 2 Episode 9 - The Mystery of the Triple Threat
    7.4/10(135 votes)

    S2:E9

    While tracking a killer, Laura navigates two love triangles: her own and one that may have ended in murder.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. 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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  19. 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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  20. 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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  21. 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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  22. 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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  23. 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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  24. 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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  25. 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pilot" is the worst rated episode of "The Mysteries of Laura". It scored 6.6/10 based on 397 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/17/2014. This episode scored 0.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Mystery of the Dead Date".