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Best Episodes of Making a Murderer
Indefensible
S1 Ep4
8.2
18th Dec 2015
An unexpected confession casts doubt on Steven's role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.
The Last Person to See Teresa Alive
S1 Ep5
8.2
18th Dec 2015
As Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.
Fighting for their Lives
S1 Ep10
8.1
18th Dec 2015
In the years after Steven and Brendan's very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.
Testing the Evidence
S1 Ep6
8.0
18th Dec 2015
Steven's attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.
Framing Defense
S1 Ep7
8.0
18th Dec 2015
As the murder trial continues, Steven's attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.
Trust No One
S2 Ep10
8.0
19th Oct 2018
Kathleen makes two of the biggest discoveries of the case. Brendan's lawyers take his case to the next level.
Worst Episodes of Making a Murderer
Welcome to Wisconsin
S2 Ep4
7.5
19th Oct 2018
Cautiously optimistic, Brendan and his family wait to hear important news about his case. Kathleen files a motion for new scientific testing.
Everything Takes Time
S2 Ep6
7.5
19th Oct 2018
Kathleen obtains access to some of the original physical evidence from the case. The former prosecutor holds a press conference.
Number 18
S2 Ep1
7.5
19th Oct 2018
Powerhouse lawyer Kathleen Zellner offers to take Steven's case. Brendan's postconviction lawyers fight in federal court to try to get him released.
What + Why = Who
S2 Ep5
7.6
19th Oct 2018
Searching for evidence of tampering, Kathleen visits Steven’s trailer. A new twist in Brendan's case sends his family on an emotional roller coaster.
A Legal Miracle
S2 Ep3
7.7
19th Oct 2018
Kathleen's forensic experts review the evidence found in Steven's burn pit. A 1996 statute limits Brendan’s chances of success in federal court.
Item FL
S2 Ep7
7.7
19th Oct 2018
Kathleen runs new tests on the bullet believed to have killed Teresa Halbach and tracks Teresa's movements on the day she disappeared.
Making a Murderer Episode Guide
Eighteen Years Lost
S1 Ep1
7.7
18th Dec 2015
When Steven Avery is freed from a wrongful conviction, his search for justice raises questions about the authorities who put him behind bars.
Turning the Tables
S1 Ep2
7.7
18th Dec 2015
As Steven starts creating a new life for himself, he pursues a lawsuit against Manitowoc County law enforcement officials for corruption in his case.
Plight of the Accused
S1 Ep3
7.9
18th Dec 2015
Steven is back in jail, charged with murder, but there are troubling questions about how he was arrested and why.
Indefensible
S1 Ep4
8.2
18th Dec 2015
An unexpected confession casts doubt on Steven's role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.
The Last Person to See Teresa Alive
S1 Ep5
8.2
18th Dec 2015
As Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.
Testing the Evidence
S1 Ep6
8.0
18th Dec 2015
Steven's attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.
Framing Defense
S1 Ep7
8.0
18th Dec 2015
As the murder trial continues, Steven's attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.
The Great Burden
S1 Ep8
8.0
18th Dec 2015
After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Steven's fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.
Lack of Humility
S1 Ep9
8.0
18th Dec 2015
Steven's trial is over, but a new one is just beginning. Will the jury find the suspect's confession or his conflicting statements more believable?
Fighting for their Lives
S1 Ep10
8.1
18th Dec 2015
In the years after Steven and Brendan's very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.
Filmed over 10 years, this real-life thriller follows a DNA exoneree who, while exposing police corruption, becomes a suspect in a grisly new crime.
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The best rated episodes of Making a Murderer are:
Indefensible S1E4 rated 8.2
The Last Person to See Teresa Alive S1E5 rated 8.2
Fighting for their Lives S1E10 rated 8.1
Testing the Evidence S1E6 rated 8.0
Framing Defense S1E7 rated 8.0
Trust No One S2E10 rated 8.0
The lowest rated episodes of Making a Murderer are:
Welcome to Wisconsin S2E4 rated 7.5
Everything Takes Time S2E6 rated 7.5
Number 18 S2E1 rated 7.5
What + Why = Who S2E5 rated 7.6
A Legal Miracle S2E3 rated 7.7
Item FL S2E7 rated 7.7
The first episode of Making a Murderer aired on December 18, 2015.
The last episode of Making a Murderer aired on October 19, 2018.
