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The Best Episodes of The Unlikely Murderer

Every episode of The Unlikely Murderer ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Unlikely Murderer!

Binge this in 3h 55m•Peaking at 7.2/10

After the assassination of prime minister Olof Palme in 1986, Stig Engström managed to elude justice right up to his death through a combination of audacity, luck, and a perplexed police force.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(212 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Shortly after Palme's assassination, Engström begins his quest for attention as a crime-scene witness. Divisions among police hinder the investigation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.2/10(186 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Realizing Engström's story doesn't add up, Irvell starts turning up the heat. Decades after the murder, a journalist starts reinvestigating the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.2/10(175 votes)

    #3 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Police railroad another suspect. Desperate for more attention, Engström continues to speak out. Thomas tries to connect Engström to the gun.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.2/10(177 votes)

    #4 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    His mental health deteriorating, Engström's life falls to pieces. Years later, a prosecutor revisits the case and makes a momentous announcement.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Unlikely Murderer Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.1/10(175 votes)

    #5 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Irvell's steady methods turn up more evidence to implicate Engström, but Holmér's stubborn tunnel vision leads investigators into a dead end.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Unlikely Murderer". It scored 7.2/10 based on 212 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/5/2021. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".