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The Best Episodes of Kingdom Season 1

Every episode of Kingdom Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Kingdom Season 1!

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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
    Kingdom Season 1 Episode 10 - King Beast
    8.8/10(414 votes)

    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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  2. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 7 - Animator/Annihilator
    8.5/10(396 votes)

    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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  3. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 6 - Please Refrain from Crying
    8.4/10(372 votes)

    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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  4. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 9 - Cut Day
    8.4/10(398 votes)

    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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  5. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 4 - Flowers
    8.3/10(425 votes)

    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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  6. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 5 - Eat Your Own Cooking
    8.3/10(382 votes)

    S1:E5

    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

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  7. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 1 - Set Yourself on Fire
    8.1/10(576 votes)

    S1:E1

    Alvey and Lisa are struggling to keep Navy Street afloat. Their best hope is Alvey's son Nate, an up and coming fighter. Jay, Alvey's other son, is on the outs with his father. When Lisa's ex and former MMA champ, Ryan, shows up, complications arise.there is no overview

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Byron Balasco

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  8. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 3 - Piece of Plastic
    8.1/10(406 votes)

    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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  9. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 8 - The Gentle Slope
    8.1/10(353 votes)

    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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  10. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 2 - Glass Eye
    7.8/10(423 votes)

    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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"King Beast" is the best rated episode of "Kingdom" season 1. It scored 8.8/10 based on 414 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/11/2014. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Animator/Annihilator".