The BEST episodes of The Breakthrough

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

When a shocking double homicide goes unsolved for 16 years, a detective teams up with a genealogist to catch the killer before it becomes a cold case.

Last Updated: 8/24/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
The Unthinkable
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#1 - The Unthinkable

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2025

After a double murder sends shock waves through a quiet Swedish town, lead detective John promises the grieving families that he will find the killer.

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Leave No Stone Unturned
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#2 - Leave No Stone Unturned

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/7/2025

As weeks turn into years without answers and his home life slowly falls apart, a desperate John turns to an unlikely ally to help crack the case.

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Family Tree
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#3 - Family Tree

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/7/2025

John and Per's investigative efforts are obstructed by their clashing personalities. A prying journalist adds to the pressure.

A Lonely Person
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#4 - A Lonely Person

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/7/2025

With everyone nearing the ends of their ropes, a revelation from an unexpected source leads to a breakthrough in the case.

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