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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting

Every episode of The Joy of Painting ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting!

The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross...
Genres:FamilyDocumentary
Network:PBS
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Best Episodes Summary

"Lakeside Cabin" is the best rated episode of "The Joy of Painting". It scored 9.9/10 based on 40 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/9/1986. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Waterside Way".

  • Lakeside Cabin
    9.9/10(40)
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    #1 - Lakeside Cabin

    Season 8 Episode 2

    Aired 1/9/1986

    A cabin has found a peaceful resting place amongst a warm setting of lush, lakeside greenery in this wonderful oval creation by Bob Ross.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Waterside Way
    9.9/10(39)
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    #2 - Waterside Way

    Season 8 Episode 4

    Aired 1/23/1986

    A wilderness path leads you to the side of a still lake in a setting that Bob Ross accents with an abundance of trees.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hunter's Haven
    9.9/10(38)
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    #3 - Hunter's Haven

    Season 8 Episode 5

    Aired 1/30/1986

    Bob Ross’ exciting use of blue, yellow and orange hues brings vibrancy to this wood side setting and dream cabin beside a clear blue lake.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Foot of the Mountain
    9.9/10(41)
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    #4 - Foot of the Mountain

    Season 8 Episode 8

    Aired 2/20/1986

    A lake and some tall trees pay homage to a commanding mountain in the background, as a cabin stands nearby -- a classic Bob Ross creation.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mountain Range
    9.9/10(39)
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    #5 - Mountain Range

    Season 8 Episode 11

    Aired 3/13/1986

    Guest painter Steve Ross uses lots of color in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Autumn Glory
    9.8/10(52)
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    #6 - Autumn Glory

    Season 5 Episode 11

    Aired 3/13/1985

    In this landscape Bob Ross paints a far away mountain snuggled in with bright green trees and bushes mirrored in glistening waters.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Nature's Edge
    9.8/10(49)
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    #7 - Nature's Edge

    Season 6 Episode 2

    Aired 5/8/1985

    Imagine yourself nestled in a Bob Ross cabin, hidden in the midst of the plush green forest surrounded by the sounds of nature.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Morning Mist
    9.8/10(53)
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    #8 - Morning Mist

    Season 6 Episode 3

    Aired 5/15/1985

    Fresh morning lake and succulent evergreens -- watch Bob Ross create a peaceful, dewy brown mountain scene.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Whispering Stream
    9.8/10(51)
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    #9 - Whispering Stream

    Season 6 Episode 4

    Aired 5/22/1985

    Narrow, winding, rocky – this little Bob Ross style creek moves closer and closer, flowing aimlessly through a happy little meadow forest.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Country Life
    9.8/10(44)
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    #10 - Country Life

    Season 6 Episode 10

    Aired 7/2/1985

    Bob Ross takes us home to the farm -- a big red barn and long rickety wooden fence – capturing our very vivid childhood memories.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Western Expanse
    9.8/10(42)
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    #11 - Western Expanse

    Season 6 Episode 11

    Aired 7/9/1985

    Powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters -- Bob Ross creates this masterpiece using only his special painting knife.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Marshlands
    9.8/10(44)
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    #12 - Marshlands

    Season 6 Episode 12

    Aired 7/16/1985

    Bob Ross takes us deep into the southeastern peninsula to create a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Blaze of Color
    9.8/10(43)
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    #13 - Blaze of Color

    Season 6 Episode 13

    Aired 7/23/1985

    Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow -- watch a black canvas come to life under the magic brushes of Bob Ross.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mountain Cabin
    9.8/10(49)
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    #14 - Mountain Cabin

    Season 7 Episode 4

    Aired 10/23/1985

    To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob Ross creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mountain Splendor
    9.8/10(39)
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    #15 - Mountain Splendor

    Season 7 Episode 8

    Aired 11/20/1985

    It’s almost fall, and Bob Ross captures the undaunted power and charm of a mighty brown mountain surveying its rustic surroundings.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Warm Winter Day
    9.8/10(37)
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    #16 - Warm Winter Day

    Season 8 Episode 3

    Aired 1/16/1986

    The field of snow and the little cabin yield to the bright, orange sun -- Bob Ross conveys harmony in this cold, but cozy scene.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cactus at Sunset
    9.8/10(43)
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    #17 - Cactus at Sunset

    Season 8 Episode 10

    Aired 3/6/1986

    A path of cacti and rocks lead right up to a bold sun setting in a dramatic red sky, all from the delicate motions of Bob Ross’ paint brush.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Surf's Up
    9.8/10(40)
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    #18 - Surf's Up

    Season 9 Episode 2

    Aired 5/7/1986

    Feel the salt spray as Bob Ross paints ocean waves under abundant clouds, rolling in to spend their energy against sand and rock.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Red Sunset
    9.8/10(40)
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    #19 - Red Sunset

    Season 9 Episode 3

    Aired 5/14/1986

    Warm light in sky and clouds makes this a glowing, fiery landscape -- Bob Ross teaches the use of his technique on black canvas.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Sunset Oval
    9.8/10(37)
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    #20 - Sunset Oval

    Season 11 Episode 8

    Aired 2/18/1987

    Bob Ross uses a golden selection of colors in this gorgeous fall mountain scene, all within a cleverly different oval shape on canvas.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mountain Reflections
    9.8/10(39)
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    #21 - Mountain Reflections

    Season 12 Episode 2

    Aired 5/6/1987

    With his trusty brushes, Bob Ross takes us to a beautiful lake hideaway nestled below a towering mountain.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Oval Essence
    9.8/10(39)
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    #22 - Oval Essence

    Season 13 Episode 12

    Aired 11/18/1987

    Bob Ross’ dramatic use of blue tones results in an emotional depiction of stark waves at night – all tucked inside an oval shape.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cypress Creek
    9.8/10(17)
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    #23 - Cypress Creek

    Season 29 Episode 7

    Aired 10/5/1993

    Take a stroll with Bob Ross deep into the swamp and breathe in the fragrances of damp earth and moss-filled trees on a rill bank.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Shades of Grey
    9.7/10(61)
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    #24 - Shades of Grey

    Season 2 Episode 4

    Aired 9/21/1983

    Bundle up and endure the cold weather in this snow filled adventure; Bob Ross paints a wintry mountain scene using only Grey and White tones.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cool Waters
    9.7/10(50)
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    #25 - Cool Waters

    Season 4 Episode 9

    Aired 10/31/1984

    Bob Ross captures the beauty of Alaska on canvas: clear skies, soft cottony clouds, snow covered mountains and breathtaking crystal lake.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A