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The Best Episodes of The Righteous Gemstones

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The story of a world-famous televangelist family with a history of deviance, greed and, yes, charitable work, all in the name of Jesus.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 9 - Wonders That Cannot Be Fathomed, Miracles That Cannot Be Counted
    8.9/10(1192 votes)

    #1 - Wonders That Cannot Be Fathomed, Miracles That Cannot Be Counted

    S3:E9

    The siblings compete in an all-out biblical brawl – until a stroke of divine intervention forever alters the fate of the Gemstone family.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  2. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 7 - Burn for Burn, Wound for Wound, Stripe for Stripe
    8.8/10(1059 votes)

    #2 - Burn for Burn, Wound for Wound, Stripe for Stripe

    S3:E7

    After decades of animosity, tensions between the Montgomerys and the Gemstones finally come to a head. As Eli faces an impossible decision, Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin prepare to meet their maker.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  3. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 8 - But the Righteous Will See Their Fall
    8.7/10(1454 votes)

    #3 - But the Righteous Will See Their Fall

    S1:E8

    Jesse deals with the fallout of the dramatic events of Easter Sunday. Judy attempts to win back BJ after receiving some harsh words from Baby Billy. Kelvin has a crisis of faith.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writers:Danny McBride, Kevin Barnett, Chris Pappas

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  4. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 1 - Prelude
    8.7/10(1876 votes)

    #4 - Prelude

    S4:E1

    1862. A young scoundrel named Gemstone joins ranks with the Confederates as a preacher, but a case of divine intervention changes the sinner's path for good.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  5. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 9 - Better is the End of a Thing Than Its Beginning
    8.6/10(1434 votes)

    #5 - Better is the End of a Thing Than Its Beginning

    S1:E9

    Eli questions his children's future in the Gemstone ministry. Jesse struggles to keep his marriage together. Judy opens up to BJ about her past. A disillusioned Kelvin embraces his dark side. Season One Finale.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  6. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 9 - I Will Tell of All Your Deeds
    8.6/10(1171 votes)

    #6 - I Will Tell of All Your Deeds

    S2:E9

    While the Gemstones celebrate the launch of Zion’s Landing, Baby Billy faces a chance to embrace fatherhood.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  7. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 7 - And Infants Shall Rule Over Them
    8.5/10(1104 votes)

    #7 - And Infants Shall Rule Over Them

    S2:E7

    With Eli temporarily out of the picture, the Gemstone siblings are left to quarrel over who’s in charge – until some wise words help pave a way forward. As Tiffany tracks down Baby Billy, Gideon faces his future.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  8. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 9 - That Man of God May Be Complete
    8.5/10(970 votes)

    #8 - That Man of God May Be Complete

    S4:E9

    Still reeling from a brush with fate, the Gemstones head to Galilee Gulch, where their faith is put to the ultimate test.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 7 - And Yet One of You is a Devil
    8.4/10(1377 votes)

    #9 - And Yet One of You is a Devil

    S1:E7

    Eli informs Jesse, Kelvin and Judy that they’ll each need to be front and center for Easter Sunday service, their biggest telecast of the year. Judy’s deference to Baby Billy threatens her relationship with BJ and with her family.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, Kevin Barnett, Chris Pappas

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  10. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 2 - After I Leave, Savage Wolves Will Come
    8.4/10(1212 votes)

    #10 - After I Leave, Savage Wolves Will Come

    S2:E2

    After doubling-down on their efforts to invest in Zion’s Landing, Jesse and Amber scramble for the cash. Meanwhile, Eli’s attempts to dodge a big-city reporter spell doom for the Gemstones.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  11. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 4 - As to How They Might Destroy Him
    8.3/10(1226 votes)

    #11 - As to How They Might Destroy Him

    S2:E4

    Still reeling from their father’s revelation, Kelvin and Jesse conspire to put Eli in his place. As BJ’s baptism approaches, Judy clashes with her in-laws, while Baby Billy struggles with his own growing family.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Edi Patterson

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  12. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 6 - For Out of the Heart Comes Evil Thoughts
    8.3/10(937 votes)

    #12 - For Out of the Heart Comes Evil Thoughts

    S3:E6

    Threatened with blackmail, Judy turns to Amber for advice, while Jesse goads BJ into a long-simmering fight. As a despondent Kelvin tackles life without Keefe, Baby Billy works on bringing Jesse’s miracle to life… for a price.

    Director:Jonathan Watson
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri

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  13. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 8 - I Will Take You by the Hand and Keep You
    8.3/10(894 votes)

    #13 - I Will Take You by the Hand and Keep You

    S3:E8

    The Gemstone siblings reconnect with their loved ones… and each other. As the Montgomery militia fractures from within, Chuck weighs his options, while Peter hatches a new plan.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, Edi Patterson, Scott MacArthur

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  14. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 8 - On Your Belly You Shall Go
    8.3/10(734 votes)

    #14 - On Your Belly You Shall Go

    S4:E8

    Judy looks to get rid of BJ's new companion as Eli looks for a new path forward.

    Director:Jonathan Watson
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Edi Patterson

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  15. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 1 - I Speak in the Tongues of Men and Angels
    8.2/10(1369 votes)

    #15 - I Speak in the Tongues of Men and Angels

    S2:E1

    As Jesse eyes a business opportunity with an Evangelical couple on the rise, the media cracks down on a fellow preacher. Meanwhile, Eli reconnects with a figure from his mysterious past.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writer:Danny McBride

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  16. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 4 - He Goeth Before You Into Galilee
    8.2/10(970 votes)

    #16 - He Goeth Before You Into Galilee

    S4:E4

    At the Gemstone family lake house, Baby Billy and the siblings plot to use Aimee-Leigh's memory to tear Eli's new relationship apart – by whatever means necessary.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  17. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 1 - The Righteous Gemstones
    8.1/10(2399 votes)

    #17 - The Righteous Gemstones

    S1:E1

    Upon returning from a baptism marathon in China, Jesse receives a video from blackmailers seeking to sully his reputation. Eli moves forward with plans to expand the Gemstone empire as he continues to mourn his late wife.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writer:Danny McBride

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  18. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 4 - Wicked Lips
    8.1/10(1552 votes)

    #18 - Wicked Lips

    S1:E4

    Judy and Martin take Gideon behind-the scenes of the Gemstone enterprise. Eli tasks Kelvin with doing a “satanic sweep” for Dot, the rebellious teen daughter of the church’s biggest donors. Jesse and his friends are thrown for a loop when Chad’s wife finds some disturbing emails.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  19. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 5 - Interlude II
    8.1/10(1102 votes)

    #19 - Interlude II

    S2:E5

    Christmas, 1993. While Eli considers a tempting offer from an old friend, Baby Billy crashes the Gemstones’ celebrations.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  20. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 8 - The Prayer of a Righteous Man
    8.1/10(1025 votes)

    #20 - The Prayer of a Righteous Man

    S2:E8

    As the dust settles back at the compound, Jesse, Kelvin, and Judy consider where they stand. Baby Billy reconnects with a figure from his past.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writers:Danny McBride, Jeff Fradley, Grant DeKernion

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  21. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 3 - For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness
    8.1/10(964 votes)

    #21 - For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness

    S3:E3

    Tired of life in the lap of luxury, Baby Billy pursues a new vocation as gameshow host. The Gemstones host a cousins’ night for Karl and Chuck.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, Kevin Barnett, Chris Pappas

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  22. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 2 - Is This the Man Who Made the Earth Tremble
    8.0/10(1736 votes)

    #22 - Is This the Man Who Made the Earth Tremble

    S1:E2

    After discovering Amber, Pontius and Abraham reminiscing about an estranged family member, Jesse tasks his friends with acquiring surveillance footage that could explain the strange events of the night before.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writer:Danny McBride

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  23. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 6 - Never Avenge Yourselves, But Leave It to the Wrath of God
    8.0/10(1033 votes)

    #23 - Never Avenge Yourselves, But Leave It to the Wrath of God

    S2:E6

    After surviving a harrowing attack, Jesse takes matters into his own hands. Eli attempts to make amends, while Kelvin struggles to control his flock.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  24. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 2 - But Esau Ran to Meet Him
    8.0/10(962 votes)

    #24 - But Esau Ran to Meet Him

    S3:E2

    Eli does his best to smooth over relations with the Montgomery boys after a visit to their doomsday prepper compound. Back at the Salvation Center, the siblings face off against the Board of Ministers.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri

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  25. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 5 - Interlude III
    8.0/10(974 votes)

    #25 - Interlude III

    S3:E5

    2000. After a Y2K doomsday fails to materialize, Eli and Aimee-Leigh find themselves flooded with criticism from their congregants…and the Montgomerys. Later, the arrival of Jesse’s girlfriend Amber throws an already fragile Judy for a loop.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri

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Best Episodes Summary

"Wonders That Cannot Be Fathomed, Miracles That Cannot Be Counted" is the best rated episode of "The Righteous Gemstones". It scored 8.9/10 based on 1192 votes. Directed by Jody Hill and written by Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley, it aired on 7/30/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Burn for Burn, Wound for Wound, Stripe for Stripe".