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The Worst Episodes of Big Sky

Every episode of Big Sky ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Big Sky!

Worst episode
S1E10 Catastrophic Thinking
6.9693 votes
Best episode
S1E9 Let It Be Him
8.0808 votes
Top season
Season 3
7.5avg
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1d 10h
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Big Sky Season 1 Episode 10 - Catastrophic Thinking
    6.9/10(693 votes)

    S1:E10

    Three months after Ronald's escape, Cassie and Jenny have officially partnered up to take down a fresh slew of troublemakers, but all isn't coming up roses; Ronald is still on the loose, a domestic case takes a macabre and deadly turn, and a U.S. Marshall is sticking his nose in their case files. Right as the women of Dewell & Hoyt seem to be getting used to the new normal, Jenny gets an alarming call from an old flame; leading her and Cassie headfirst into a new case, a new jurisdiction and a whole lot of new trouble. It's time to meet the Kleinsassers.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton
    Writers:Annakate Chappell, Matthew Tinker

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  2. Big Sky Season 1 Episode 11 - All Kinds of Snakes
    7.1/10(673 votes)

    S1:E11

    Right as the women of Dewell and Hoyt seem to be getting used to the new normal, Jenny gets an alarming call from an old flame; leading her and Cassie headfirst into a new case, a new jurisdiction and a whole lot of new trouble. It's time to meet the Kleinsassers.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton
    Writer:Elwood Reid

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  3. Big Sky Season 1 Episode 12 - No Better Than Dogs
    7.1/10(610 votes)

    S1:E12

    Cassie and Jenny each face a dangerous attempt to run them out of town while Jerrie has a close encounter with a dangerous threat of her own. Back at the ranch, Blake returns home, where he receives anything but a warm welcome. This ain't your typical family reunion.

    Director:Oliver Bokelberg
    Writers:Maria Sten, Elwood Reid

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  4. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 5 - Mother Nurture
    7.1/10(425 votes)

    S2:E5

    Cassie and Jenny struggle to dodge Donno's attacks and the kids attempt to save Bridger as Ren is forced to figure out what happened to her plan. Meanwhile, change is in the air when Ronald seemingly experiences a breakthrough and Jerrie receives an unwelcome visitor from her past. Later, Jenny's unwillingness to drop a lead lands her in hot water with Travis and his not-so-forgiving bosses.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 11 - Do No Harm
    7.1/10(334 votes)

    S2:E11

    Situations turn dire all over town as Jenny races to find a missing Max and Rachel. Cassie and Lindor are forced to accept the help of a badly injured Wolf, and Ronald's injuries begin to get the better of him. Meanwhile, the Bhullar family has finally reunited, but the mysterious arrival of her father has escalated Ren and Jag to a whole new level of sibling rivalry

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Big Sky Season 1 Episode 2 - Nowhere to Run
    7.2/10(1030 votes)

    S1:E2

    Forced to form an unlikely team, Cassie and Jenny set out to continue the search for the missing girls. Meanwhile, Danielle, Grace and Jerrie get to work on planning their escape, leading Legarski to struggle with the consequences of his actions as a distracted Ronald deals with a difficult relationship with his mother.

    Director:Paul McGuigan
    Writer:David E. Kelley

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  7. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 3 - You Have to Play Along
    7.2/10(464 votes)

    S2:E3

    Jenny and Cassie sit down with Tubb, who reveals a case that goes far beyond their jurisdiction. Cassie and Jenny kick their search for Tanya into high gear.

    Director:Tasha Smith
    Writer:Kyle Long

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  8. Big Sky Season 3 Episode 11 - Super Foxes
    7.2/10(447 votes)

    S3:E11

    When Gigi finds herself at the mercy of a twisted local family, Jenny and Cassie work to intervene, but a twisted game threatens everything. Elsewhere, Sunny and Paige each come to a shocking realization about Buck, and Beau puts it all on the line for his family.

    Director:Lisa Leone
    Writers:Ryan O'Nan, Christine Roum

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  9. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 9 - Trust Issues
    7.2/10(366 votes)

    S2:E9

    Reeling from the emotional news of Joseph's death, Jenny and Cassie desperately search for answers. After Bridger and Madison receive a threatening call from Ren, Max and Rachel take matters into their own hands, frantically deciding to confide in Jenny about the drugs and money. Elsewhere, Dietrich becomes hellbent on revenge following his discovery of Travis' betrayal; and Wolf and Agatha attempt to protect Phoebe, but thanks to Ronald, all does not go according to plan

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 10 - Happy Thoughts
    7.2/10(350 votes)

    S2:E10

    Ren intervenes with Jenny's plan to bring Jag into custody, while Ronald and Scarlett work together to find safety in a new environment. Then, Cassie and Lindor discover the aftermath at the ranch and reluctantly join forces with a familiar face. Later, Jag and Ren, anxiously awaiting their father's visit, find themselves at odds about how to deal with the problem of Joseph's ranch; but will the pressure of impressing him lead them down a familiar (and dangerous) path?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Benjy Steinberg

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  11. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 13 - The Shipping News
    7.2/10(324 votes)

    S2:E13

    The kids may be free from the trouble they caused, but the Bhullars' reign continues as Jenny finds herself frustratingly stuck one step behind their crew's every move and Travis struggles to maintain the balancing act of his two lives. Elsewhere, Cassie reels from her final interaction with Ronald and decides to take some time off; meanwhile, the syndicate bares its teeth at Wolf.

    Director:Darren Grant
    Writers:Kyle Long, Mike Flynn

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  12. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 14 - Dead Man's Float
    7.2/10(315 votes)

    S2:E14

    As Jenny urgently attempts to prove the Bhullars are involved in the drug-related death of a teenager, her suspicions about Travis continue to grow, putting their relationship on thin ice. Meanwhile, Veer discloses the real reason behind his visit to Montana, and a surprise visitor resurfaces strong feelings from Lindor's past.

    Director:Lisa Leone
    Writers:Brian McCauley Johnson, Dominique A. Holmes

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  13. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 15 - The Muffin or the Hammer
    7.2/10(313 votes)

    S2:E15

    With her life on the line, Jenny makes a violent decision that puts a Bhullar target on her back; but as she closes in on the family, Veer questions his children's ability to lead and makes a major personnel decision that will change everything. Meanwhile, a grieving father tears up the town over his son's death; and Cassie returns, ready for a fresh start, considering just how Lindor might factor into it.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writers:Ryan O'Nan, Sharon Lee Watson

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  14. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 17 - Family Matters
    7.2/10(288 votes)

    S2:E17

    A concerned Jenny searches for Travis while Scarlett, desperate to protect her daughter, Phoebe, makes an unexpected phone call that could change the course of more than one life. Elsewhere, tensions rise at the Bhullar ranch when Jag finds out the truth about his father and Travis' identity is revealed, leading Alicia to advise Veer it may be time to step down.

    Director:Loren Yaconelli
    Writers:Kyle Long, Brian McCauley Johnson

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  15. Big Sky Season 1 Episode 4 - Unfinished Business
    7.3/10(847 votes)

    S1:E4

    Unsatisfied with the investigation now that the girls' disappearance has made headlines, Cassie and Jenny take things into their own hands, tapping into their individual strengths to make headway in the case. Meanwhile, Legarski attempts to keep cool, but Ronald takes a different approach to protect himself. Still captive, Danielle and Jerrie tend to Grace, who makes a painful decision in an attempt to save them all.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton
    Writers:Annakate Chappell, Matthew Tinker

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  16. Big Sky Season 1 Episode 6 - The Wolves Are Always Out for Blood
    7.3/10(791 votes)

    S1:E6

    Jenny and Cassie officially team up to track down Ronald. Merilee struggles with the fact she didn't truly know her husband. Helen learns about her son's deeds.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Maria Sten

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  17. Big Sky Season 3 Episode 3 - A Brief History of Crime
    7.3/10(633 votes)

    S3:E3

    While investigating a scamming operation with Beau, Jenny discovers a connection to the crime that sends her reeling. A camper at Sunny Day Excursions has gone missing, and Beau's similarly stubborn daughter, Emily, is eager to solve the case. Yet, with Sunny determined to cover up loose ends, her digging might lead to more than she bargained for in the end. Cassie and Denise run into a strange man on the side of the road who may just lead them down a new path.

    Director:Nimisha Mukerji
    Writers:Annakate Chappell, Brian McCauley Johnson

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  18. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 1 - Wakey, Wakey
    7.3/10(576 votes)

    S2:E1

    After Ronald's escape, Cassie distracts herself with work. Jenny, recovering from her near-death experience, decides to take Sheriff Tubb up on his offer for her to rejoin the force. Ronald is wrapped up in something he can't get out of.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 2 - Huckleberry
    7.3/10(490 votes)

    S2:E2

    Cassie takes on a missing person case brought in by a concerned girlfriend. Jenny continues to search for clues relating to the mysterious truck accident. Max, Harper, Madison and Bridger are at odds over stolen money.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 4 - Gettin' Right to It
    7.3/10(429 votes)

    S2:E4

    Cassie and Jerrie search a development site and run into someone unexpected. Meanwhile, Wolf believes he is making progress with Ronald, and Deputy Harvey comes face-to face with Bridger.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 6 - Heart-shaped Charm
    7.3/10(407 votes)

    S2:E6

    Cassie grows suspicious of Max after noticing her keychain matches one found nearby the crime scene and decides to confront her. Jenny and Travis get together to talk in secret, or so they think, as Smiley's curiosity gets the best of him, and he follows Travis to the meetup. Later, to his dismay, Travis comes face to face with Ren and Donno who are determined to get answers out of him; and Lindor pays Wolf a visit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 7 - Little Boxes
    7.3/10(384 votes)

    S2:E7

    Cassie and Jenny discover a gruesome message meant for Dietrich in their search to find Travis, leading them to fear the worst. Elsewhere, Tonya works to gain Donno's trust and Ren's ear, and the kids hope to stay out of sight as they tend to Creary's injuries. Meanwhile, Cassie has an emotional breakthrough and Ronald and Scarlet work to break out

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 12 - A Good Boy
    7.3/10(364 votes)

    S2:E12

    Determined to save Max and Rachel, Jenny reluctantly partners with T-lock but quickly learns not everyone deserves her trust. Meanwhile, with Cassie and Lindor close on their trail, Scarlett prepares to do whatever it takes to keep her and Ronald safe. Later, realizing their father has not laid all cards on the table, Ren and Jag form an unexpected alliance to uncover the truth.

    Director:Oliver Bokelberg
    Writers:Ryan O'Nan, Sharon Lee Watson

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  24. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 16 - Keys to the Kingdom
    7.3/10(304 votes)

    S2:E16

    Relationships are put to the test all over town as Jenny senses something is off with Travis; Ren and Jag's suspicions of their father and Alicia grow; and Cassie, Jerrie and Lindor find themselves at a crossroads.

    Director:Claudia Yarmy
    Writers:Dominique A. Holmes, Sharon Lee Watson

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  25. Big Sky Season 2 Episode 8 - The End Has No End
    7.4/10(401 votes)

    S2:E8

    Jenny and Cassie trade stories on recent run-ins with Tonya, leading Cassie to confront her about working for Ren. Having left the ranch—and Wolf—behind him, Ronald revels in his newfound freedom, but old habits threaten to derail his plans. Elsewhere, the kids receive advice from an unlikely source, Travis is finally honest with Jenny and, later, Cassie receives devastating news

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Catastrophic Thinking" is the worst rated episode of Big Sky. It scored 6.9/10 from 693 votes. Directed by Gwyneth Horder-Payton and written by Annakate Chappell, Matthew Tinker, it aired on April 13, 2021. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "All Kinds of Snakes".

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