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The Best Episodes of The Ruling Class

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

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This documentary series profiles members of the social and business elite who use their outsized influence to manipulate the world around them.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Ruling Class Season 1 Episode 2 - The Miseducation of Betsy Devos
    6.9/10(8 votes)

    #1 - The Miseducation of Betsy Devos

    S1:E2

    As the richest presidential cabinet member in American history, Betsy DeVos is estimated to be worth well over $5 billion. As Secretary of Education, she denied federal debt relief to thousands of defrauded students. How will she use her money next?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Ruling Class Season 1 Episode 1 - Teflon Elon
    5.6/10(10 votes)

    #2 - Teflon Elon

    S1:E1

    Regarded by his legions of fans as a genius on a mission to save the planet, this one-hour episode focuses on the cult of personality surrounding Elon Musk, as his outlandish predictions propelled him to become the richest man in the world.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Ruling Class Season 1 Episode 3 - American Buyout
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - American Buyout

    S1:E3

    Stephen Schwarzman, the "King of Private Equity," and his company the Blackstone Group bought thousands of foreclosed homes while lobbying against protections for renters, making billions by commodifying basic human rights.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Ruling Class Season 1 Episode 4 - Who's Afraid of Peter Thiel
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    #4 - Who's Afraid of Peter Thiel

    S1:E4

    Peter Thiel backed some of the largest tech companies in the world. After conquering Silicon Valley, Thiel set out to achieve real power. Throwing his weight behind a roster of far-right politicians, Thiel's influence will be felt for generations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Miseducation of Betsy Devos" is the best rated episode of "The Ruling Class". It scored 6.9/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/13/2023. This episode scored 1.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Teflon Elon".