The Killing

10 Best Episodes of The Killing - Season 1

The Killing is an American crime drama television series based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen. Set in Seattle, Washington, the series follows the various murder investigations by homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 02, 2023.

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The Killing - S1E11

#13 - Missing (Season 1 - Episode 11)

Sarah and Holder discover more on Rosie, but the investigation gets stalled when they have to set out on a search for Jack.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 791 votes.

The Killing - S1E5

#12 - Super 8 (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Rosie's teacher provides Sarah and Holder with a new piece of evidence. Richmond's campaign team plans a new anti-crime television commercial. Mitch continues to struggle with the loss of her daughter, while Stan becomes more determined to find Rosie's killer, and asks his colleague Belko for help.

The episode was rated 7.72 from 809 votes.

The Killing - S1E7

#11 - Vengeance (Season 1 - Episode 7)

Mitch questions the validity of the police investigation while Richmond has to deal with a negative ad. It's discovered that Rosie was at Bennett's apartment the night she died.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 791 votes.

The Killing - S1E8

#10 - Stonewalled (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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Sarah and Holder evade the FBI and unearth new evidence. Mitch endangers the boys, prompting Stan to take matters into his own hands. Richmond tries to climb back in the race.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 778 votes.

The Killing - S1E1

#9 - Pilot (Season 1 - Episode 1)

On her last day of work, homicide detective Sarah Linden is drawn into a new case about the disappearance of a teenage girl, Rosie Larsen. Mitch and Stan Larsen frantically try to track down their daughter when they learn she did not show up at school. City Councilman Darren Richmond prepares for an important forum with the Mayor as the election nears.

The episode was rated 7.81 from 1160 votes.

The Killing - S1E6

#8 - What You Have Left (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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Sarah and Holder intensify their investigation on a suspect's family and friends. Gwen and Richmond disagree over strategy for the next debate with the mayor. Meanwhile, Rosie's funeral takes place and Stan concentrates on his own investigation into her death.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 796 votes.

The Killing - S1E2

#7 - The Cage (Season 1 - Episode 2)

The investigation into Rosie’s killer begins as Sarah and Holder question the missing girl’s parents, Stan and Mitch, as well as Rosie’s friends and City Councilman Richmond. Rosie’s school becomes a potential murder site when Sarah and Holder uncover shocking evidence on campus. Heartbroken and grief-stricken, Mitch and Stan face the aftermath of losing their daughter.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 860 votes.

The Killing - S1E4

#6 - A Soundless Echo (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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The Larsens plan their daughter's funeral; Rosie's friend unveils surprises about her life.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 866 votes.

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#5 - El Diablo (Season 1 - Episode 3)

Councilman Richmond suspects a leak within his team; Sarah tracks down a witness and is led to a suspect.

The episode was rated 7.87 from 900 votes.

The Killing - S1E10

#4 - I'll Let You Know When I Get There (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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Richmond rises in the polls; a surprising individual turns himself in.

The episode was rated 7.93 from 786 votes.

The Killing - S1E9

#3 - Undertow (Season 1 - Episode 9)

The police are thwarted in their efforts to arrest Bennet. Richmond thinks long and hard about removing himself from the Mayor's race. Mitch and Stan have had it with the police.

The episode was rated 7.97 from 773 votes.

The Killing - S1E13

#2 - Orpheus Descending (Season 1 - Episode 13)

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The identification of the mysterious Orpheus provides a vital connection to the case. Mitch and Stan reflect on the past while contemplating their family's future.

The episode was rated 8.23 from 801 votes.

The Killing - S1E12

#1 - Beau Soleil (Season 1 - Episode 12)

The police connect Rosie to a suspicious website. Stan faces his demons while Mitch learns secrets she never knew about Rosie.

The episode was rated 8.29 from 799 votes.

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