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The Best Episodes of Yellowstone

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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. Background image for Resurrection Day
    9.2/10(4.6k votes)

    #1 - Resurrection Day

    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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  2. Background image for The World Is Purple
    9.2/10(4.2k votes)

    #2 - The World Is Purple

    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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  3. Background image for Half the Money
    9.2/10(5.5k votes)

    #3 - Half the Money

    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. Background image for Enemies by Monday
    8.9/10(3.6k votes)

    #4 - Enemies by Monday

    S2:E9

    The Duttons gear up for a final fight with the Becks; Beth helps Monica out of an uncomfortable situation.

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  5. Background image for Sins of the Father
    8.9/10(4.0k votes)

    #5 - Sins of the Father

    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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  6. Background image for Meaner Than Evil
    8.8/10(3.3k votes)

    #6 - Meaner Than Evil

    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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  8. Background image for Blood the Boy
    8.5/10(3.4k votes)

    #7 - Blood the Boy

    S2:E6

    Jamie makes a drastic move in order to protect his family; Jimmy takes a shot at a rodeo competition; Walker tries to leave the ranch; Kayce and John spend quality time with Tate.

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  9. Background image for I Killed a Man Today
    8.5/10(3.1k votes)

    #8 - I Killed a Man Today

    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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  10. Background image for Phantom Pain
    8.5/10(3.6k votes)

    #9 - Phantom Pain

    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. Background image for The Unravelling (2)
    8.4/10(3.9k votes)

    #10 - The Unravelling (2)

    S1:E9

    John discovers his true alliances, Rip searches for answers, Jamie's political career is threatened, Beth takes on a new role, and Kayce returns home.

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  12. Background image for Going Back to Cali
    8.4/10(3.1k votes)

    #11 - Going Back to Cali

    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
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    8.3/10(3.3k votes)

    #12 - Only Devils Left

    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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  14. Background image for Behind Us Only Grey
    8.3/10(3.3k votes)

    #13 - Behind Us Only Grey

    S2:E8

    John and Rip seek revenge; Monica ponders the consequences of her living situation; Jimmy clears old debts.

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  15. Background image for The Beating
    8.3/10(2.9k votes)

    #14 - The Beating

    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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  16. Background image for Three Fifty-Three
    8.3/10(2.3k votes)

    #15 - Three Fifty-Three

    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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  17. Background image for Daybreak
    8.2/10(6.9k votes)

    #16 - Daybreak

    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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    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for The Unravelling (1)
    8.2/10(3.6k votes)

    #17 - The Unravelling (1)

    S1:E8

    A Sheriff’s investigation turns the heat up on Rip. Jamie makes a bold decision about his future and faces the consequences. With the walls closing in, John discovers which family and allies will stand with him and fight.

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  19. Background image for A Thundering
    8.2/10(3.7k votes)

    #18 - A Thundering

    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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  20. Background image for Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
    8.2/10(3.5k votes)

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

    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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  21. Background image for No Good Horses
    8.1/10(4.3k votes)

    #20 - No Good Horses

    S1:E3

    The Duttons deal with a painful family anniversary. Kayce saves a young girl from danger. Jamie and Beth plan their respective political careers. Rainwater makes an ominous threat to the Dutton legacy.

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  22. Background image for A Monster Is Among Us
    8.1/10(3.7k votes)

    #21 - A Monster Is Among Us

    S1:E7

    Rip stumbles upon a dangerous and dire situation. A plan is set in motion designed to squeeze John Dutton and threaten his way of life. Monica begins a tough recovery.

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  23. Background image for Touching Your Enemy
    8.1/10(3.3k votes)

    #22 - Touching Your Enemy

    S2:E5

    Jamie tries desperately to walk back a previous mistake. Kayce tracks down evidence. Monica and Martin attend a traditional Indian horse relay.

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  24. Background image for An Acceptable Surrender
    8.1/10(3.0k votes)

    #23 - An Acceptable Surrender

    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
  25. Background image for Cowboys and Dreamers
    8.1/10(3.0k votes)

    #24 - Cowboys and Dreamers

    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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  26. Background image for All I See Is You
    8.1/10(3.2k votes)

    #25 - All I See Is You

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Resurrection Day" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 9.2/10 based on 4630 votes. Directed by Ben Richardson and written by Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch, it aired on 8/7/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "The World Is Purple".