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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 Worst Episode
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    The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 6 - For Out of the Heart Comes Evil Thoughts
    5.8/10(6 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 9 - Wonders That Cannot Be Fathomed, Miracles That Cannot Be Counted
    5.8/10(6 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 9 - That Man of God May Be Complete
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 4 - Wicked Lips
    6.9/10(19 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 9 - Better is the End of a Thing Than Its Beginning
    7.0/10(15 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 1 Episode 1 - The Righteous Gemstones
    7.1/10(23 votes)

    #6 - 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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  7. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 1 - Prelude
    7.1/10(7 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 5 - Interlude
    7.2/10(16 votes)

    #8 - Interlude

    S1:E5

    In 1989, young Jesse, Judy and Baby Billy each deal with the news that Aimee-Leigh is pregnant in their own unique way, while Eli looks to grow his family’s prospects.

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

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  9. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 3 - To Grieve Like the Rest of Men Who Have No Hope
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #9 - To Grieve Like the Rest of Men Who Have No Hope

    S4:E3

    When their archrivals encroach on Gemstone territory, Jesse prepares to strike back, while Kelvin receives an honor.

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

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  10. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 3 - They Are Weak, But He Is Strong
    7.5/10(16 votes)

    #10 - They Are Weak, But He Is Strong

    S1:E3

    Aimee-Leigh's elderly brother Baby Billy returns to the Gemstone ministry, bringing along his much younger wife Tiffany. Jesse closes ranks on his co-conspirators to root out the identity of his blackmailers.

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

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  11. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 1 - For I Know the Plans I Have for You
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #11 - For I Know the Plans I Have for You

    S3:E1

    In the wake of their father’s semi-retirement, Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin must deal with dwindling attendance – and donations. Later, Eli is visited by another figure from his past.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri

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  12. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 4 - He Goeth Before You Into Galilee
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #12 - 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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  13. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 5 - You Shall Remember
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #13 - You Shall Remember

    S4:E5

    While Lori finds herself in a precarious position, Baby Billy tries to get the greenlight on his latest project. Later, Kelvin and Vance face off.

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

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  14. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 6 - Interlude IV
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #14 - Interlude IV

    S4:E6

    2002. While recording an album together, Lori turns to Aimee-Leigh for help with her failing marriage.

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

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  15. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 7 - For Jealousy Is the Rage of a Man
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #15 - For Jealousy Is the Rage of a Man

    S4:E7

    Eli confronts a dangerous foe. Baby Billy struggles on the set of Teenjus. Judy has monkey problems. Keefe works to get Kelvin out of his tree house.

    Directors:Danny McBride, Jonathan Watson
    Writers:Kevin Barnett, Chris Pappas

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  16. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 2 - Is This the Man Who Made the Earth Tremble
    7.6/10(18 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 6 - Now the Sons of Eli Were Worthless Men
    7.7/10(16 votes)

    #17 - Now the Sons of Eli Were Worthless Men

    S1:E6

    Jealous of Kelvin’s rising star, Judy seeks her moment in the spotlight under Baby Billy’s tutelage. Jesse procures a key piece of evidence he hopes will lead to the blackmailers.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, Grant DeKernion, Edi Patterson

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  18. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 7 - And Yet One of You is a Devil
    7.8/10(14 votes)

    #18 - 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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  19. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 5 - Interlude II
    7.8/10(5 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 3 Episode 2 - But Esau Ran to Meet Him
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 3 - For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness
    7.8/10(4 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 4 Episode 8 - On Your Belly You Shall Go
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 Episode 8 - But the Righteous Will See Their Fall
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. The Righteous Gemstones Season 2 Episode 8 - The Prayer of a Righteous Man
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #24 - 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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  25. The Righteous Gemstones Season 3 Episode 5 - Interlude III
    8.0/10(5 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"For Out of the Heart Comes Evil Thoughts" is the worst rated episode of "The Righteous Gemstones". It scored 5.8/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Jonathan Watson and written by Danny McBride, John Carcieri, it aired on 7/16/2023. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Wonders That Cannot Be Fathomed, Miracles That Cannot Be Counted".