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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 1 - Set Yourself on Fire
    8.1/10(552 votes)

    #1 - Set Yourself on Fire

    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

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  2. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 2 - Glass Eye
    7.8/10(409 votes)

    #2 - 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.

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  3. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 3 - Piece of Plastic
    8.1/10(391 votes)

    #3 - 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.

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  4. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 4 - Flowers
    8.3/10(411 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.

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  5. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 5 - Eat Your Own Cooking
    8.3/10(366 votes)

    #5 - Eat Your Own Cooking

    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.

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  6. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 6 - Please Refrain from Crying
    8.4/10(358 votes)

    #6 - 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

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  8. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 7 - Animator/Annihilator
    8.5/10(381 votes)

    #7 - 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.

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  9. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 8 - The Gentle Slope
    8.1/10(337 votes)

    #8 - 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.

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  10. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 9 - Cut Day
    8.4/10(380 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

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  11. Kingdom Season 1 Episode 10 - King Beast
    8.8/10(395 votes)

    #10 - 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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Set Yourself on Fire" is the best rated episode of "Kingdom" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 552 votes. Directed by Adam Davidson and written by Byron Balasco, it aired on 10/8/2014. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Glass Eye".