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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Kingdom Season 2 Episode 13 - Woke Up Lonely
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Woke Up Lonely

    S2:E13

    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:Unknown

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  2. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 10 - Traveling Alone
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #2 - Traveling Alone

    S2:E10

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 9 - Living Down
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #3 - Living Down

    S2:E9

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 4 - Flowers
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Flowers

    S1:E4

    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

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  5. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 6 - Please Refrain from Crying
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Please Refrain from Crying

    S1:E6

    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

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  6. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 10 - King Beast
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #6 - King Beast

    S1:E10

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 8 - Smoker
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Smoker

    S2:E8

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 7 - Animator/Annihilator
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Animator/Annihilator

    S1:E7

    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

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  9. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 9 - Cut Day
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Cut Day

    S1:E9

    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

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  10. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 5 - Happy Hour
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Happy Hour

    S2:E5

    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

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  11. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 11 - Lay and Pray
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Lay and Pray

    S2:E11

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 12 - No Fault
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #12 - No Fault

    S2:E12

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 16 - Halos
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #13 - Halos

    S2:E16

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 3 - Piece of Plastic
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #14 - Piece of Plastic

    S1:E3

    Ryan settles into a new job with fellow ex-cons while Alvey meets with Ryan's parole officer. Nate begins physical therapy. Keith is taunted by Michael. Ryan learns of Keith's past. Jay offers Christina a way out.

    Director:Michael Morris
    Writer:Alex Metcalf

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  15. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 18 - Cut Man
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Cut Man

    S2:E18

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 19 - Late to Leave
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Late to Leave

    S2:E19

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 20 - No Sharp Objects
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #17 - No Sharp Objects

    S2:E20

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Kingdom Season 3 Episode 1 - Wolf Tickets
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Wolf Tickets

    S3:E1

    Nate looks to prove himself in the cage, and Ryan defends his title. Jay seeks balance in his new life. With plans to take King Beast to the next level, Garo presents Alvey with a lucrative offer.

    Director:Sidney Sidell
    Writer:Byron Balasco

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  19. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 8 - The Gentle Slope
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #19 - The Gentle Slope

    S1:E8

    Ryan and Alvey are in the spotlight at the King Beast promotional event. Alvey counsels Christina on getting professional help for her addiction. Lisa sees a lawyer looking for advice. Jay searches for Hector & Carlos.

    Director:Dennie Gordon
    Writer:Tom Garrigus

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  20. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 1 - New Money
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #20 - New Money

    S2:E1

    Ryan contends with illness on the day of his title defense, Jay's opponent presents him with an unexpected challenge, and Lisa recruits a new fighter. Alvey oversees it all while opening up a new gym.

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writer:Byron Balasco

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  21. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 3 - Broken or Missing
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #21 - Broken or Missing

    S2:E3

    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

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  22. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 15 - Take Pills
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #22 - Take Pills

    S2:E15

    Jay and Ava's plans are completely upended when an unexpected visitor comes looking for Christina. Ryan breaks up Alicia's living situation while questions about why he lost his championship fight swirl.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 2 - Glass Eye
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #23 - Glass Eye

    S1:E2

    Lisa lays out the reality of their finances while Alvey tries to convince her his plan for Ryan is the solution. Ryan adjusts to life in a halfway house.Jay professes his desire to fight again, but Alvey refuses to help until he sees more dedication.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Byron Balasco

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  24. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 4 - Be First
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #24 - Be First

    S2:E4

    Nate finds his problems compounded after his loss and Jay spins out of control in his pursuit of Laura. Lisa explores what her future will look like when her baby arrives.

    Director:Michael Morris
    Writer:Bruce Rasmussen

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  25. Kingdom Season 2 Episode 7 - The Demon Had A Spell
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #25 - The Demon Had A Spell

    S2:E7

    Alvey and Nate head off to a low-rent fight in Fresno, Jay grows feral as he deals with his weight cut and breakup with Laura, and Lisa hatches a plan to resurrect Ryan's image.

    Director:Michael Morris
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Woke Up Lonely" is the best rated episode of "Kingdom". It scored 8.7/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by John Dahl and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/15/2016. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Traveling Alone".