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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!

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

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Kingdom" season 1 is "Set Yourself on Fire", rated 8.1/10 from 520 user votes. It was directed by Adam Davidson and written by Byron Balasco. "Set Yourself on Fire" aired on 10/8/2014 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Glass Eye".

  • Set Yourself on Fire
    8.1/10 520 votes

    #1 - Set Yourself on Fire

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2014-10-08

    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

  • Glass Eye
    7.8/10 388 votes

    #2 - Glass Eye

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2014-10-15

    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

  • Piece of Plastic
    8.1/10 371 votes

    #3 - Piece of Plastic

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2014-10-23

    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

  • Flowers
    8.3/10 392 votes

    #4 - 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

  • Eat Your Own Cooking
    8.2/10 347 votes

    #5 - 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

  • Please Refrain from Crying
    8.4/10 340 votes

    #6 - 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

  • Animator/Annihilator
    8.5/10 362 votes

    #7 - 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

  • The Gentle Slope
    8.1/10 319 votes

    #8 - The Gentle Slope

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2014-11-27

    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

  • Cut Day
    8.4/10 363 votes

    #9 - 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

  • King Beast
    8.8/10 378 votes

    #10 - 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