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The Best Episodes of True Detective Season 4

Every episode of True Detective Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of True Detective Season 4!

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An American anthology police detective series utilizing multiple timelines in which investigations seem to unearth personal and professional secrets of those involved, both within or outside the law.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    True Detective Season 4 Episode 1 - Night Country: Part 1
    7.1/10(21133 votes)

    S4:E1

    When eight researchers at Tsalal Station vanish without a trace, Danvers orders a search. After handling a workplace dispute, Navarro tries to convince a skeptical Danvers that the men's disappearance is connected to the murder of a local activist.

    Director:Issa López
    Writer:Issa López

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  2. True Detective Season 4 Episode 2 - Night Country: Part 2
    6.8/10(15254 votes)

    S4:E2

    As Danvers and Prior learn more about Tsalal – and find an unlikely location for the physical evidence – Captain Connelly threatens to move the case to Anchorage. Later, Navarro and Danvers find a connection between one of the Tsalal men and Annie.

    Director:Issa López
    Writer:Issa López

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  3. True Detective Season 4 Episode 5 - Night Country: Part 5
    6.8/10(12936 votes)

    S4:E5

    As Prior digs into the links between Tsalal and mining company Silver Sky, Navarro rescues Leah from a local protest that has turned violent. At a meeting with Silver Sky exec Kate McKitterick, Danvers is warned not to pursue the case any further.

    Director:Issa López
    Writers:Issa López, Chris Mundy, Katrina Albright, Wenonah Wilms

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  4. True Detective Season 4 Episode 3 - Night Country: Part 3
    6.3/10(13894 votes)

    S4:E3

    While Hank leads the search for Clark, Prior asks Danvers about the murder-suicide case that drove a wedge between her and Navarro. Then, Navarro and Danvers seek out a local hairdresser for insight on Annie -- which leads to a tip.

    Director:Issa López
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. True Detective Season 4 Episode 4 - Night Country: Part 4
    6.2/10(13314 votes)

    S4:E4

    When Julia's mental health struggles resurface, Navarro brings her to a local facility, promising that this time will be better. Later, Danvers and Navarro confirm the location of Annie's murder, and Danvers levies a harsh punishment on Leah.

    Director:Issa López
    Writers:Issa López, Namsi Khan, Chris Mundy

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  6. True Detective Season 4 Episode 6 - Night Country: Part 6
    5.4/10(17940 votes)

    S4:E6

    In the midst of a brutal storm, Danvers and Navarro find themselves stuck at Tsalal with no electricity or means of contact. As the truth about what happened to Annie and the Tsalal men unfolds, Navarro and Danvers each confront the demons from their past.

    Director:Issa López
    Writer:Issa López

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Night Country: Part 1" is the best rated episode of "True Detective" season 4. It scored 7.1/10 based on 21133 votes. Directed by Issa López and written by Issa López, it aired on 1/14/2024. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Night Country: Part 2".