The BEST episodes of The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe season 1

Every episode of The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe season 1!

The extraordinary and compelling story of how John Darwin faked his own death to claim life insurance and avoid bankruptcy.

Last Updated: 10/28/2024Network: ITV1Status: Ended
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Episode 4
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7.43
102 votes

#1 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/20/2022

The truth emerges when Anne and John are interviewed by the police. The case goes to trial where Anne pleads not guilty on the grounds of marital coercion.

Directors: Richard Laxton
Writer: Chris Lang
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Episode 2
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7.37
101 votes

#2 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/18/2022

John successfully applies for a passport to create a new identity, while forcing Anne to demand an inquest into his death so they can get the insurance pay out.

Directors: Richard Laxton
Writer: Chris Lang
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Episode 3
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7.35
99 votes

#3 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/19/2022

John has had enough of being dead and returns to England to declare he is suffering from amnesia. Journalists hunt down Anne in Panama and their story starts to unravel.

Directors: Richard Laxton
Writer: Chris Lang
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Episode 1
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7.05
132 votes

#4 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/17/2022

Facing bankruptcy, John Darwin decides to fake his own death using his canoe, much to the horror of his wife, Anne. John goes into hiding while Anne consoles her sons.

Directors: Richard Laxton
Writer: Chris Lang
Watch Now:Amazon