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The Best Episodes of Lonesome Dove Season 1

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Lonesome Dove Season 1 Episode 4 - Return
    8.8/10(745 votes)

    S1:E4

    A tragedy in the Montana Territory exacts a painful promise from Call that takes him on a haunting mission back to Texas. Conclusion.

    Director:Simon Wincer
    Writer:William D. Wittliff

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  2. Lonesome Dove Season 1 Episode 3 - The Plains
    8.7/10(733 votes)

    S1:E3

    Off the trail, Jake falls in with bad company, while Gus shares a bittersweet reunion with an old flame.

    Director:Simon Wincer
    Writer:William D. Wittliff

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  3. Lonesome Dove Season 1 Episode 2 - On the Trail
    8.6/10(750 votes)

    S1:E2

    A deadly pursuit on the plains pits Gus against a sadistic renegade named Blue Duck.

    Director:Simon Wincer
    Writer:William D. Wittliff

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  4. Lonesome Dove Season 1 Episode 1 - Leaving
    8.1/10(880 votes)

    S1:E1

    Larry McMurtry's saga opens with two former Texas Rangers beginning a cattle drive to Montana.

    Director:Simon Wincer
    Writer:William D. Wittliff

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Return" is the best rated episode of Lonesome Dove season 1. It scored 8.8/10 from 745 votes. Directed by Simon Wincer and written by William D. Wittliff, it aired on February 8, 1989. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Plains".