Yellowstone

The Best Episodes of Yellowstone

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

Follow the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Led by their patriarch John Dutton, the...
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  1. 9.2/10(4.1k votes)

    #1 - The World Is Purple

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    S3:E10

    Jamie calls a meeting, Beth retaliates, Thomas Rainwater makes John an offer, Mia gives Jimmy an ultimatum, and Kayce receives a surprising endorsement.

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  2. 8.8/10(3.2k votes)

    #2 - Meaner Than Evil

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    S3:E9

    Rip and Kayce must work together to solve an unresolved issue, Beth's plan backfires, Jamie searches for answers about his past, and the ranch hands seek revenge.

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  3. 8.6/10(68 votes)

    #3 - Half the Money

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    S4:E1

    The coordinated attack on the Duttons continues as everyone searches for answers on who is responsible, and Rip delivers on a promise.

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  4. 8.5/10(3.0k votes)

    #4 - I Killed a Man Today

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    S3:E8

    Kayce gains the local ranchers' appreciation, Beth makes a gamble, Monica steps into a dangerous situation, Wade sends John a message, and John keeps a promise.

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  5. 8.4/10(3.0k votes)

    #5 - Going Back to Cali

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    S3:E4

    Jimmy gets help with his recovery, Thomas Rainwater obtains an ally, Beth takes advantage of an opportunity, Gov. Perry talks to Kayce, and uninvited guests visit Yellowstone.

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    Director:John Dahl
  6. 8.3/10(2.8k votes)

    #6 - The Beating

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    S3:E7

    Kayce searches for answers following a theft on the ranch, Jamie learns a shocking family secret, John issues a warning, and Beth takes matters into her own hands.

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  8. 8.3/10(2.1k votes)

    #7 - Three Fifty-Three

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    S5:E11

    Beth discusses the fate of the ranch with an unlikely ally. Kayce takes the investigation into his own hands. Jamie looks to advance his political agenda.

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  9. 8.2/10(120 votes)

    #8 - Daybreak

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    S1:E1

    The Dutton family, owners of the largest ranch in Montana, fight ruthlessly to keep their land from the neighboring Indian reservation and the new chief seeking to reclaim it.

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  10. 8.2/10(21 votes)

    #9 - Phantom Pain

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    S4:E2

    The Yellowstone recovers and begins planning revenge. Rainwater receives an offer from a newcomer. Rip gets a surprise.

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  11. 8.1/10(2.9k votes)

    #10 - An Acceptable Surrender

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    S3:E3

    Jamie plays cover-up and damage control with Hendon. Governor Perry hears a $6 billion pitch for a development right on the Yellowstone, and later makes some political maneuvers. Jimmy competes in a rodeo competition.

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    Director:John Dahl
  12. 8.1/10(2.9k votes)

    #11 - Cowboys and Dreamers

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    S3:E5

    Beth is haunted by her past, Jamie assumes a new role, Kayce helps a family in need, John and Thomas Rainwater find common ground, and Beth's battle with Roarke intensifies.

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  13. 8.1/10(21 votes)

    #12 - Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops

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    S4:E10

    To the Duttons, family is everything. However, newfound truths threaten that bond. Jimmy comes home, and has important decisions to make. Beth takes family matters into her own hands.

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  14. 8.0/10(34 votes)

    #13 - A Thundering

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    S2:E1

    Kayce settles into his new role at the ranch. A damaging article threatens to expose John. Rainwater pitches his new plan to the tribal council.

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  15. 8.0/10(25 votes)

    #14 - Sins of the Father

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    S2:E10

    The feud with the Becks comes to a head as the Duttons scramble to save one of their own.

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  16. 8.0/10(24 votes)

    #15 - All I See Is You

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    S4:E3

    John seeks revenge with help from some unexpected allies. Kayce solves a problem with an unconventional method. Beth gives Carter his options. Jimmy prepares for a change.

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  17. 8.0/10(2.6k votes)

    #16 - Horses in Heaven

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    S5:E4

    John makes swift changes at the Capitol, the venom between Jamie and Beth reaches a boiling point, Rip updates John on his solution to the wolves, and the Yellowstone cowboys brand calves.

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  18. 7.9/10(35 votes)

    #17 - The Long Black Train

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    S1:E4

    A secret about John comes to the surface. Beth shows Jenkins a rough night out. Quality time with Tate leads to a close call.

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  19. 7.9/10(33 votes)

    #18 - Coming Home

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    S1:E5

    As Kayce feels the heat from tribal police, Jamie works some legal magic. Rip recruits a new cowboy for the ranch, and a beaten-down Jimmy begins to find some respect. John makes a play to keep Kayce and Monica close to home.

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  20. 7.9/10(32 votes)

    #19 - The Remembering

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    S1:E6

    John reveals a family secret to Monica, Jamie ramps up his political career, Beth pushes John too far, Kayce and Rip butt heads, and a new partnership threatens Yellowstone.

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  21. 7.9/10(26 votes)

    #20 - Only Devils Left

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    S2:E4

    The Duttons try to figure out who's sabotaging their ranch, and Thomas Rainwater breaks ground on his casino, putting all the ranchers' businesses in jeopardy.

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  22. 7.9/10(27 votes)

    #21 - Resurrection Day

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    S2:E7

    Jamie is driven to a dark place while grappling with the consequences of his actions, Malcolm threatens Beth, and Monica and Tate move to the ranch with Kayce.

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  23. 7.9/10(3.2k votes)

    #22 - You're the Indian Now

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    S3:E1

    John makes a deal with Governor Perry, Beth is uneasy about a hospitality company's presence near the ranch, Monica asks for a favor, and Jamie gets a new opportunity.

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  24. 7.9/10(3.0k votes)

    #23 - Freight Trains and Monsters

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    S3:E2

    The Duttons open camp, which proves to be the best therapy for Tate. Jamie and Hendon agree to teach a lesson to two criminals, but it does not go as intended. Beth learns more about Roarke's business plans. Teeter joins the bunkhouse.

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  25. 7.9/10(2.8k votes)

    #24 - All for Nothing

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    S3:E6

    Kayce and Monica help search for a missing Indigenous woman, Market Equities presents Jamie with a lucrative offer, and John finds out about Beth and Jamie's secret.

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  26. 7.9/10(23 votes)

    #25 - I Want To Be Him

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    S4:E6

    Beth confronts her father's houseguest; Kayce and his family search for a new home; Jamie seeks answers from Garrett; Lloyd loses his cool.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The World Is Purple" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 9.2/10 based on 4090 votes. Directed by Stephen Kay and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on 8/23/2020. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Meaner Than Evil".