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The Best Episodes of Yellowstone

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

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(4.8k 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(4.4k 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(5.6k 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 Sins of the Father
    8.9/10(4.1k votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Background image for Enemies by Monday
    8.8/10(3.7k votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Background image for Meaner Than Evil
    8.7/10(3.4k 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 Desire Is All You Need
    8.7/10(98 votes)

    #7 - Desire Is All You Need

    S5:E9

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

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  9. Background image for Counting Coup
    8.7/10(21 votes)

    #8 - Counting Coup

    S5:E12

    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.

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  10. Background image for Life Is a Promise
    8.7/10(28 votes)

    #9 - Life Is a Promise

    S5:E14

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

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  11. Background image for Blood the Boy
    8.5/10(3.5k votes)

    #10 - 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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  12. Background image for I Killed a Man Today
    8.5/10(3.2k votes)

    #11 - 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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  13. Background image for Phantom Pain
    8.5/10(3.7k votes)

    #12 - 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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  14. Background image for The Unravelling (2)
    8.4/10(4.0k votes)

    #13 - 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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  15. Background image for Going Back to Cali
    8.4/10(3.2k votes)

    #14 - 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.

    Director:John Dahl
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  16. Background image for Only Devils Left
    8.3/10(3.4k votes)

    #15 - 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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  17. Background image for Behind Us Only Grey
    8.3/10(3.4k votes)

    #16 - 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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  18. Background image for The Beating
    8.3/10(3.0k votes)

    #17 - 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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  19. Background image for A Knife and No Coin
    8.3/10(47 votes)

    #18 - A Knife and No Coin

    S5:E8

    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.

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  20. Background image for The Unravelling (1)
    8.2/10(3.7k votes)

    #19 - 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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  21. Background image for A Thundering
    8.2/10(3.8k votes)

    #20 - 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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  22. Background image for Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
    8.2/10(3.6k votes)

    #21 - 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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  23. Background image for Give the World Away
    8.2/10(29 votes)

    #22 - Give the World Away

    S5:E13

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

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  24. Background image for Daybreak
    8.1/10(7.1k votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Writer:Unknown
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  25. Background image for No Good Horses
    8.1/10(4.4k votes)

    #24 - 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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  26. Background image for A Monster Is Among Us
    8.1/10(3.8k votes)

    #25 - 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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Best Episodes Summary

"Resurrection Day" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 9.2/10 based on 4760 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".