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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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  • Half the Money
    9.3/10(5,187)
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    #1 - Half the Money

    Season 4 Episode 1

    Aired 11/7/2021

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

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Resurrection Day
    9.2/10(4,336)
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    #2 - Resurrection Day

    Season 2 Episode 7

    Aired 8/7/2019

    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.

    Director: Ben Richardson

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch

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  • Enemies by Monday
    8.9/10(3,339)
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    #3 - Enemies by Monday

    Season 2 Episode 9

    Aired 8/21/2019

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

    Director: Guy Ferland

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Eric Jay Beck

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  • Sins of the Father
    8.9/10(3,761)
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    #4 - Sins of the Father

    Season 2 Episode 10

    Aired 8/28/2019

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

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Eric Jay Beck

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  • Counting Coup
    8.8/10(17)
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    #5 - Counting Coup

    Season 5 Episode 12

    Aired 12/1/2024

    Kayce makes a bold move. Rip asks for help from a friend in Texas, while the bunkhouse contemplates their future. Jamie attempts to cover his tracks.

    Director: Christina Alexandra Voros

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Desire Is All You Need
    8.7/10(95)
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    #6 - Desire Is All You Need

    Season 5 Episode 9

    Aired 11/10/2024

    After an event rattles the state of Montana, nothing will ever be the same.

    Director: Christina Alexandra Voros

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Life Is a Promise
    8.7/10(24)
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    #7 - Life Is a Promise

    Season 5 Episode 14

    Aired 12/15/2024

    As the Duttons and the Yellowstone cowboys lay John to rest, the fate of the ranch is revealed.

    Director: Taylor Sheridan

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • The World Is Purple
    8.6/10(27)
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    #8 - The World Is Purple

    Season 3 Episode 10

    Aired 8/23/2020

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

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Blood the Boy
    8.5/10(3,158)
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    #9 - Blood the Boy

    Season 2 Episode 6

    Aired 7/31/2019

    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.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

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  • Phantom Pain
    8.5/10(3,384)
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    #10 - Phantom Pain

    Season 4 Episode 2

    Aired 11/7/2021

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

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Only Devils Left
    8.3/10(3,097)
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    #11 - Only Devils Left

    Season 2 Episode 4

    Aired 7/17/2019

    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.

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

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  • Behind Us Only Grey
    8.3/10(3,039)
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    #12 - Behind Us Only Grey

    Season 2 Episode 8

    Aired 8/14/2019

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

    Director: Ben Richardson

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

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  • A Knife and No Coin
    8.3/10(45)
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    #13 - A Knife and No Coin

    Season 5 Episode 8

    Aired 1/1/2023

    Jamie goes through with his plan, John lends support to an unexpected friend, the Yellowstone cowboys embark on a journey, and a flashback reveals the source of Rip's loyalty.

    Director: Christina Alexandra Voros

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Daybreak
    8.2/10(117)
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    #14 - Daybreak

    Season 1 Episode 1

    Aired 6/20/2018

    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.

    Director: Taylor Sheridan

    Writer: N/A

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  • A Thundering
    8.2/10(3,515)
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    #15 - A Thundering

    Season 2 Episode 1

    Aired 6/19/2019

    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.

    Director: Ed Bianchi

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny

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  • Keep the Wolves Close
    8.2/10(2,752)
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    #16 - Keep the Wolves Close

    Season 4 Episode 7

    Aired 12/12/2021

    John is put in an awkward position by Gov. Perry; Carter works to earn back Beth's trust; Jamie is in for a big surprise.

    Director: Taylor Sheridan

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
    8.2/10(3,296)
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    #17 - Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops

    Season 4 Episode 10

    Aired 1/2/2022

    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.

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Give the World Away
    8.2/10(25)
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    #18 - Give the World Away

    Season 5 Episode 13

    Aired 12/8/2024

    Jamie begins to spiral, and later seeks advice. Beth and Travis make a deal. Kayce has an idea about the future of the ranch.

    Director: Michael Friedman

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Touching Your Enemy
    8.1/10(3,054)
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    #19 - Touching Your Enemy

    Season 2 Episode 5

    Aired 7/24/2019

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

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch

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  • All I See Is You
    8.1/10(2,958)
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    #20 - All I See Is You

    Season 4 Episode 3

    Aired 11/14/2021

    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.

    Director: Guy Ferland

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • Winning or Learning
    8.1/10(2,880)
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    #21 - Winning or Learning

    Season 4 Episode 4

    Aired 11/21/2021

    Jamie receives some surprising news; Beth receives an offer; Jimmy settles in on the road; tensions boil over in the bunkhouse.

    Director: Guy Ferland

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • The Dream Is Not Me
    8.1/10(34)
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    #22 - The Dream Is Not Me

    Season 5 Episode 7

    Aired 12/18/2022

    John deals with a herd problem, Senator Perry delivers news to Thomas Rainwater, Jamie and Sarah plan their next move, and Beth discusses a new business plan with the ranch in mind.

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • The Long Black Train
    8.0/10(33)
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    #23 - The Long Black Train

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 7/18/2018

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

    Director: Taylor Sheridan

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • New Beginnings
    8.0/10(3,220)
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    #24 - New Beginnings

    Season 2 Episode 2

    Aired 6/26/2019

    Kayce and Rip come to blows. Beth starts buying up land to protect the ranch. Monica begins a new chapter at the university.

    Director: Ed Bianchi

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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  • I Want To Be Him
    8.0/10(2,752)
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    #25 - I Want To Be Him

    Season 4 Episode 6

    Aired 12/5/2021

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

    Director: Christina Alexandra Voros

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

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Best Episodes Summary

"Half the Money" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 9.3/10 based on 5187 votes. Directed by Stephen Kay and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on 11/7/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Resurrection Day".