Republic of Doyle

10 Worst Episodes of Republic of Doyle

Republic of Doyle, created and starring Newfoundland native Allan Hawco as Jake Doyle, the roguish and irreverent private investigator at the center of a colourful cast of characters who live and work together as an extended family as they try and run a “gumshoe” racket in contemporary St. John’s, Newfoundland. The series combines the retro crime vibe of classic detective TV shows with a fresh dramatic/comedic edge that produces a blend of intriguing episodic mysteries and ever-churning relationship turmoil.

Written by Sophie and last updated on nov 28, 2021.

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#10 - Don't Gamble with City Hall (Season 2 - Episode 11)

Jake buys an expensive gift for Allison only to have it stolen by a thief; The Mayor finds himself in a compromising position and asks for Jake's help and his silence; Mal has trouble telling a lie to his kids; Leslie thinks she's being followed.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 22 votes.

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#9 - No Rest for the Convicted (Season 6 - Episode 2)

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Leslie has some conditions to meet before she can return to work; Jake tries to follow a not-so-legal money trail.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 20 votes.

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#8 - Head Over Wheels (Season 3 - Episode 2)

Jake and Mal investigate a hit-and-run and encounter a slippery criminal couple; Rose has a run-in with familiar ghosts from her past; Des discovers that Tinny's trip to London didn't go as expected. Guest star: Shannon Tweed

The episode was rated 7.44 from 25 votes.

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#7 - Body of Evidence (Season 6 - Episode 8)

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The Doyle's try to keep their stories straight during a police interrogation; Leslie and Jake keep secrets; Des and Tinny disagree on their relationship.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 17 votes.

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#6 - The Devil Inside (Season 4 - Episode 11)

When a crazed bomber takes over the police station, it's up to Jake to try and diffuse the situation from the inside before the hostage crisis can turn fatal; Trapped outside, Leslie leads the RNC command post with Jake's life hanging in the balance.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 22 votes.

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#5 - The Driver (Season 6 - Episode 4)

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Jake and a dangerous woman team up to find a missing driver and keep a crime war from breaking out; Leslie offers to help Jake and the Doyles despite not getting her therapist's OK; Mal and Des' repo work bottoms out.

The episode was rated 7.40 from 15 votes.

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#4 - When the Whistle Blows (Season 6 - Episode 7)

When a tense strike at the docks turns violent, the Doyles team up with Jimmy and Wolf to protect a witness but uncover something more sinister in the process.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 18 votes.

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#3 - Smash Derby (Season 6 - Episode 3)

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Jake is involved in a car accident that leads to investigating some shady doings at the track. Leslie must see a therapist in order to continue working, but doesn't want to. Mal and Jake keep Rose in the dark about a secret.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 16 votes.

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#2 - If the Shoe Fits (Season 5 - Episode 14)

While working on a case, Jake runs into Bill Murdoch, but is unsure of whether to trust him or not.

The episode was rated 7.32 from 22 votes.

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#1 - True Lies (Season 6 - Episode 5)

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Jake seeks evidence to prove him innocent while he's being tracked a high-school enemy who's now a parole officer; Leslie compromises her job in a search for the truth; Mal and Rose have questions about the prodigal Christian's return.

The episode was rated 7.29 from 17 votes.

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