The BEST episodes of The Unlikely Murderer

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

A man claiming to be a witness at the assassination of Swedish prime minister Olof Palme may have gotten away with murder.

Last Updated: 2/2/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended

7.38

47 votes

#1 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/5/2021

Realizing Engström's story doesn't add up, Irvell starts turning up the heat. Decades after the murder, a journalist starts reinvestigating the case.

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7.28

46 votes

#2 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/5/2021

His mental health deteriorating, Engström's life falls to pieces. Years later, a prosecutor revisits the case and makes a momentous announcement.

7.27

45 votes

#3 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/5/2021

Police railroad another suspect. Desperate for more attention, Engström continues to speak out. Thomas tries to connect Engström to the gun.

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7.24

55 votes

#4 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/5/2021

Shortly after Palme's assassination, Engström begins his quest for attention as a crime-scene witness. Divisions among police hinder the investigation.

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7.15

52 votes

#5 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/5/2021

Irvell's steady methods turn up more evidence to implicate Engström, but Holmér's stubborn tunnel vision leads investigators into a dead end.

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