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The Best Episodes of Dynasties

Every episode of Dynasties ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Dynasties!

Follow the true stories of five of the world's most celebrated, yet endangered animals; penguins, chimpanzees, lions, painted wolves and tigers. Each in a heroic struggle against rivals and against the forces of nature, these families fight for their own survival and for the future of their dynasties.

Genre:Documentary

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Dynasties" is "Emperor", rated 9.1/10 from 560 user votes. It was directed by Will Lawson and written by N/A. "Emperor" aired on 11/18/2018 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Painted Wolf".

  • Emperor
    9.1/10 560 votes

    #1 - Emperor

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2018-11-18

    Emperor penguins battle for survival against the worst winter in the world. Working together can they protect and feed their chicks till they reach adulthood?

    Director: Will Lawson

    Writer: N/A

  • Painted Wolf
    9.1/10 489 votes

    #2 - Painted Wolf

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2018-12-02

    The leader of a great Painted Wolf family is growing old. Her power to keep the peace is waning. A feud with an ambitious daughter threatens to bring the dynasty down.

    Director: Nick Lyon

    Writer: N/A

  • Lion
    9.0/10 479 votes

    #3 - Lion

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2018-11-25

    The leader of a once mighty lion pride must now battle for their very survival. Can this extraordinary lioness save her family from disaster?

    Director: Simon Blakeney

    Writer: N/A

  • Chimpanzee
    8.9/10 653 votes

    #4 - Chimpanzee

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2018-11-11

    A chimpanzee leader is surrounded by rivals who are prepared to kill him for his crown. Can he hold on to power? A story of power, politics and the fight for survival.

    Director: Rosie Thomas

    Writer: N/A

  • Tiger
    8.5/10 405 votes

    #5 - Tiger

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2018-12-09

    A tigress, Raj Bhera, has 4 new cubs. She must protect them while battling rivals who want to steal her lands and overthrow her. Will she hold on and raise her cubs to adulthood?

    Director: Theo Webb

    Writer: N/A

  • Puma
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #6 - Puma

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2022-03-20

    A mother puma must battle rivals, tackle prey nearly three times her size and endure the wild mountain weather of Patagonia in her bid to raise four cubs – her biggest litter yet.

    Director: Felicity Lanchester

    Writer: N/A

  • Elephant
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #7 - Elephant

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 2022-03-27

    In Amboseli, Kenya, an incredibly rare event pushes a struggling elephant family to its limits. To save their dynasty, they have to work together and overcome the challenge of a lifetime.

    Director: Lydia Baines

    Writer: N/A

  • Cheetah
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #8 - Cheetah

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 2022-04-03

    On Zambia’s plains, a cheetah mother must keep her precious cubs safe, preparing them for life without her. They take on dangerous prey, battle hyenas and learn that even tiny neighbours can bite back.

    Director: Simon Blakeney, Anna Place

    Writer: N/A

  • Hyena
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #9 - Hyena

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 2022-04-10

    With the emergence of a young rival, a spotted hyena queen struggles to keep her grip on power – while also trying to raise a family – on Zambia’s vast and unforgiving Liuwa Plain grasslands.

    Director: Mandi Stark

    Writer: N/A