The WORST episodes of Deadwind

Every episode of Deadwind ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Deadwind!

Just months after a tragic loss, detective Sofia Karppi investigates the murder of a woman with ties to a Helsinki construction company.

Last Updated: 9/26/2025Network: YLEStatus: Ended

6.87

289 votes

#1 - The Widow

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/14/2018

When Sofia Karppi, a detective in her 30's who is trying to get over her husband's death, discovers the body of a young woman on a construction site, she triggers a chain of events that threatens to destroy her life again.

6.88

220 votes

#2 - Do-Gooder

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/28/2018

Karppi and Nurmi look into the Lexus's connection to Anna. Alex Hoikkala receives a startling ultimatum. Usko takes offense to a police theory.

6.93

243 votes

#3 - The Party

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/21/2018

Surveillance footage showing Anna leaving the Tempo party leads Karppi and Nurmi to the home of entrepreneur and real estate investor Stig Olander.

6.94

207 votes

#4 - Growing Pains

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/18/2018

Karppi searches for Roope Hoikkala and Henna, who've disappeared for very different reasons. Usko and his daughters face a difficult day.

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6.95

211 votes

#5 - The Brother

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/11/2018

Karppi's initiative rubs some the wrong way. Alex makes an admission to Linda. A card found in the Lexus reveals who was driving it after the party.

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7.07

214 votes

#6 - The Kidnapping

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/4/2018

A co-worker reveals a clue to Anna's future plans. Linda finds herself in harm's way. When Karppi is sidelined, Nurmi gets a chance to show his mettle.

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7.07

196 votes

#7 - Good Samaritans

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/9/2018

A former suspect offers up surprising information about Anna's years on the swim team. Alex tries to confirm who was behind the new test results.

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7.17

201 votes

#8 - Roots

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/25/2018

Karppi and Nurmi travel to Anna's hometown after learning she visited her estranged parents right before her murder. Alex's business suffers a setback.

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7.17

202 votes

#9 - Alone

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/16/2018

Usko seeks revenge, shifting the police's focus onto him. After a night of drowning their sorrows, Karppi and Nurmi look at the case's big picture.

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7.18

138 votes

#10 - Whisper of the Stars

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/5/2020

Detectives Sofia Karppi and Sakari Nurmi investigate two murders and their possible connection to an enormous construction project.

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7.18

121 votes

#11 - The Meelika

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/12/2020

As Karppi grieves a painful loss, she and Nurmi search for the meaning behind a cryptic clue written in blood.

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7.19

120 votes

#12 - Paldiski

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/3/2020

Karppi and Nurmi dig for answers in hopes the mayor is still alive. Henna's quest to wipe away a debt takes an alarming turn.

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7.21

124 votes

#13 - Trade-off

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/26/2020

The police go on a frantic hunt for Iida while Henna struggles with a dangerous situation. A profile of the kidnapper comes into focus.

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7.21

199 votes

#14 - Therapy

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/2/2018

A new autopsy changes the timeline of the murder. Nurmi gets an unexpected therapy session. Usko goes shopping on the black market.

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7.22

206 votes

#15 - The Beginning

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/30/2018

Following a shocking confrontation atop a building, Karppi and Nurmi realize that Anna Bergdahl's murderer may be someone they've not yet considered.

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7.23

127 votes

#16 - Lady Justice

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/19/2020

Karppi has a contentious conversation about her son. The mayor finds herself in danger, both politically and personally.

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7.25

122 votes

#17 - Missing

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/10/2020

Henna makes a desperate call, Nurmi has a painful reunion with an ex-flame and Karppi comes face-to-face with an unwelcome visitor.

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7.26

85 votes

#18 - Back Room

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/7/2021

Fueled by desperation, Ossi makes a move. Karppi receives an intriguing call about her late husband. Nurmi has a brief — but painful — reunion.

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7.34

112 votes

#19 - Mayday

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/17/2020

Karppi suspects there may be a deeper layer to the case, but not everyone agrees. Meanwhile, Henna makes a startling confession.

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7.34

79 votes

#20 - Kos

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/21/2021

While searching for a missing suspect, Karppi and Nurmi make another grisly discovery. A cryptic clue hints at the killer's motive.

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7.35

84 votes

#21 - The Container

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/14/2021

Karppi's case takes a turn when human remains are found in the sewer. Nurmi visits Laura in the hospital. Henna faces heat from all sides.

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7.36

73 votes

#22 - The Road

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/5/2021

Now on the run from the police, Karppi fights to continue her investigation. A terrified Henna finds herself in mortal danger.

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7.38

205 votes

#23 - Bruises

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/23/2018

Searching for evidence underwater, Nurmi gets unexpected company. Karppi figures out what the white capsules in the diving video are and lays a trap.

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7.38

77 votes

#24 - Kansas

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/28/2021

Karppi and Nurmi investigate if a teen's overdose is connected to their case. Henna goes snooping. Karppi chases a lead in her husband's death.

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7.39

92 votes

#25 - The Cage

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/31/2021

When a woman is found in a cage brutally murdered, Karppi and Nurmi focus on learning everything they can about the victim — and her troubled son.

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