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

A raw family drama set against the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) in Venice, California. Alvey Kulina owns Navy St. MMA with the help of his girlfriend Lisa Prince. He is willing to go through extraordinary means to make sure his fighters are taken care of, but all of this responsibility comes at a steep price. He has complicated relationships with both of his sons, Jay and Nate, who are both struggling with their own identities and places within Alvey’s life and gym.

Genre:Drama
Network:Audience

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Kingdom" is "Lie Down in the Light", rated 9.6/10 from 644 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Lie Down in the Light" aired on 8/2/2017 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Cactus".

  • Lie Down in the Light
    9.6/10 644 votes

    #1 - Lie Down in the Light

    Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 2017-08-02

    Alvey's comeback fight couldn't come at a worse time as Navy St. comes to grips with tragedy. Roles are reversed when Ryan coaches Alvey, and Lisa begins a new chapter.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cactus
    9.4/10 486 votes

    #2 - Cactus

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 2017-07-26

    Dom dishes on Navy St. and forces Lisa to make an unexpected move. Alvey tries to connect with his mother while bonding with Nate and Jay in the desert.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Traveling Alone
    9.2/10 348 votes

    #3 - Traveling Alone

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 2015-12-16

    Ryan defends his lightweight title, while Nate and Jay discover Christina in a bad spot. Alvey gets a call from an old friend, and Lisa makes a final decision regarding her future.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Late to Leave
    9.2/10 340 votes

    #4 - Late to Leave

    Season 2 Episode 19 - Aired 2016-07-27

    Alicia makes a career defining decision that will alter her relationships with everyone in the gym. Keith presents a challenge to Ryan, reminding him just how unstable his roommate can be.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Woke Up Lonely
    9.0/10 262 votes

    #5 - Woke Up Lonely

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 2016-06-15

    The day of Jay and Ryan's fight sees everyone taking on new roles: Nate cornering Jay, Alicia and Ava hosting the afterparty, and Alvey taking a step back. But before any of that can happen, Ryan still has to be convinced that he's ready to fight.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: N/A

  • Living Down
    8.9/10 302 votes

    #6 - Living Down

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 2015-12-09

    Christina searches for new living arrangements, Lisa realizes Alvey's home may not be the place for her, and Ryan and Jay cut weight as their respective title fights loom.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • No Sharp Objects
    8.9/10 286 votes

    #7 - No Sharp Objects

    Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 2016-08-03

    The rematch between Jay and Ryan for Jay's lightweight title belt could not come at a worse time for a reeling Jay. Alvey rescues an old friend from a bad spot.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • King Beast
    8.8/10 377 votes

    #8 - King Beast

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 2014-12-11

    On fight night, everyone is focused on Jay and Ryan, leaving the rift between Alvey and Lisa for later. Lisa questions her role in their life. Christina's demons show signs of surfacing.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Lay and Pray
    8.7/10 303 votes

    #9 - Lay and Pray

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 2016-06-01

    As Jay and Ryan promote their upcoming championship bout, Alvey is on the receiving end of tragic news. But all attention shifts to Alicia as she preps for her first professional fight as a member of Navy St.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Smoker
    8.6/10 301 votes

    #10 - Smoker

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 2015-12-02

    Alvey and Lisa open Navy St. up for a showcase, inviting sponsors into the gym to see Alicia in action. Ryan and Jay, knowing this could be their last opportunity to evade Alvey's attention, enjoy a cheat day.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Halos
    8.6/10 241 votes

    #11 - Halos

    Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 2016-07-06

    Nate returns to the cage looking for an end to his losing streak and to prove to Alvey and everyone else that he's still a viable fighter. Mac brings something into Navy St. that threatens the gym's operations.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cut Man
    8.6/10 237 votes

    #12 - Cut Man

    Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 2016-07-20

    Alicia faces the biggest challenge of her career in a fight that promises to vault her to new heights if she can secure the victory. Alvey must contend with how Lisa's return impacts his relationship with Roxanne.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Please Give
    8.6/10 242 votes

    #13 - Please Give

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 2017-06-28

    Dom pushes boundaries at the gym, while Christina takes charge of Kayla and the girls. Jay continues to struggle with Amy and work. Lisa gets Nate a fight on short notice, and Ryan takes a break from training.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Animator/Annihilator
    8.5/10 361 votes

    #14 - Animator/Annihilator

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2014-11-20

    Tensions run high between Lisa and Alvey after Christina shows up at Navy St. Garo tries to find out how Ryan's training is coming along. Jay, building off the recent win, asks Garo to give him a chance. Christina wrestles with her emotions.

    Director: Dennie Gordon

    Writer: Alex Metcalf

  • Please Refrain from Crying
    8.4/10 339 votes

    #15 - Please Refrain from Crying

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2014-11-13

    Ryan pleads with his father for forgiveness. Michael bullies Keith. Christina spends time with Nate, and opens up to him about her youth.

    Director: Gary Fleder

    Writer: Alex Metcalf

  • Cut Day
    8.4/10 362 votes

    #16 - Cut Day

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 2014-12-04

    It's cut day for Ryan and Jay. With the weigh-in only hours away, the two struggle through the agony of cutting weight while Lisa tries to reach Alvey. Nate, determined to get back into the ring quickly, asks Mac for help.

    Director: Tim Iacofano

    Writer: Tom Garrigus

  • All Talk
    8.4/10 209 votes

    #17 - All Talk

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 2017-07-05

    Ryan deals with the consequences of his actions while Nate helps Alvey with press for his fight. Dom gets closer to Ryan, and Jay and Mac look for a party. Nate takes on a tough opponent.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Flowers
    8.3/10 391 votes

    #18 - Flowers

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2014-10-30

    Christina wants a fresh start. Jay has other ideas on how to save her. Alvey is on edge after potential investors send unwelcome gifts to the gym. Lisa reveals she's going to help Jay. Nate finally speaks with Detective Gaines about his case.

    Director: Michael Morris

    Writer: Fernanda Coppel

  • Broken or Missing
    8.3/10 277 votes

    #19 - Broken or Missing

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 2015-10-28

    Keith is released from jail and moves back in with Ryan, Jay is given an intriguing offer by Garo, and Nate has his first fight back since he was brutally assaulted.

    Director: Michael Morris

    Writer: Alex Metcalf

  • Happy Hour
    8.3/10 268 votes

    #20 - Happy Hour

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 2015-11-11

    Ryan heads to his dad's house to check on him, where a new relationship seems possible. Jay agrees to Alvey's plan for a new direction and Nate eyes a quick return to the cage.

    Director: Gary Fleder

    Writer: Vladimir Cvetko

  • No Fault
    8.3/10 268 votes

    #21 - No Fault

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 2016-06-08

    Alicia is surprised by the arrival of a family member. Ryan heads to the doctor after his drunken brawl places his championship match in doubt. Nate picks up a new job, one full of unexpected demands.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Headhunter
    8.3/10 209 votes

    #22 - Headhunter

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 2017-06-21

    Dom's relationship with Ryan creates problems with Alvey and Lisa. Nate tries to make peace when Jay causes tension at home. Alvey gets a surprise from his past.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Platinum Level
    8.3/10 205 votes

    #23 - Platinum Level

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 2017-07-12

    Ryan checks in with Keith while Alvey looks for a distraction from his pain. A new boss moves in with Christina. Jay gets back in the gym, and Lisa considers a tempting offer.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Old Pueblo
    8.3/10 217 votes

    #24 - Old Pueblo

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 2017-07-19

    An unexpected trip makes Alvey reassess his relationship with his sons. Cody puts Christina in a tough position with Kayla. Ryan questions Lisa's judgment about Dom, and Lisa makes a decision.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Eat Your Own Cooking
    8.2/10 346 votes

    #25 - Eat Your Own Cooking

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2014-11-06

    Alvey fantasizes about revenge and questions his self control; Lisa's father comes to town; Nate's love life heats up; Keith and Ryan struggle with loneliness during Family Day at the halfway house; Alvey advises Lisa to forgive Ryan.

    Director: Gary Fleder

    Writer: Vladimir Cvetko