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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!

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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 family defends their property against constant attack by land developers,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 10 - The World Is Purple
    8.6/10(4694 votes)

    #1 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  2. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 9 - Desire Is All You Need
    8.6/10(3713 votes)

    #2 - Desire Is All You Need

    S5:E9

    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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  3. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 12 - Counting Coup
    8.6/10(2607 votes)

    #3 - 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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  4. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 14 - Life Is a Promise
    8.6/10(3716 votes)

    #4 - Life Is a Promise

    S5:E14

    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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  5. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 1 - Half the Money
    8.5/10(5966 votes)

    #5 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  6. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 2 - Phantom Pain
    8.4/10(3954 votes)

    #6 - Phantom Pain

    S4:E2

    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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  7. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 3 - All I See Is You
    8.2/10(3513 votes)

    #7 - 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.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  8. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 10 - Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
    8.2/10(3902 votes)

    #8 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  9. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 8 - A Knife and No Coin
    8.2/10(3093 votes)

    #9 - 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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  10. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 1 - Daybreak
    8.1/10(7545 votes)

    #10 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 10 - Sins of the Father
    8.1/10(4434 votes)

    #11 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, Eric Jay Beck

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  12. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 7 - The Dream Is Not Me
    8.1/10(2899 votes)

    #12 - The Dream Is Not Me

    S5:E7

    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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  13. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 13 - Give the World Away
    8.1/10(2872 votes)

    #13 - 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.

    Director:Michael Friedman
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  14. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 5 - Coming Home
    8.0/10(4341 votes)

    #14 - Coming Home

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  15. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 6 - I Want To Be Him
    8.0/10(3312 votes)

    #15 - I Want To Be Him

    S4:E6

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

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  16. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 1 - One Hundred Years Is Nothing
    8.0/10(3873 votes)

    #16 - One Hundred Years Is Nothing

    S5:E1

    John is sworn in as governor of Montana, settles into the powers of his office and makes bold moves to protect the Yellowstone, and the bunkhouse and the Duttons enjoy the Governor's Ball.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  17. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 10 - The Apocalypse of Change
    8.0/10(2698 votes)

    #17 - The Apocalypse of Change

    S5:E10

    Beth comes to a chilling realization. Kayce reaches out to an old friend in search of information. Jamie meets with Market Equities.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  18. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 4 - The Long Black Train
    7.9/10(4520 votes)

    #18 - The Long Black Train

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  19. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 6 - The Remembering
    7.9/10(4195 votes)

    #19 - The Remembering

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  20. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 1 - A Thundering
    7.9/10(4155 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.

    Director:Ed Bianchi
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny

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  21. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 4 - Only Devils Left
    7.9/10(3683 votes)

    #21 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

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  22. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 9 - Enemies by Monday
    7.9/10(3961 votes)

    #22 - Enemies by Monday

    S2:E9

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

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, Eric Jay Beck

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  23. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 7 - The Beating
    7.9/10(3250 votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  24. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 8 - I Killed a Man Today
    7.9/10(3417 votes)

    #24 - 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.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  25. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 4 - Horses in Heaven
    7.9/10(3029 votes)

    #25 - Horses in Heaven

    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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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Best Episodes Summary

"The World Is Purple" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 8.6/10 based on 4694 votes. Directed by Stephen Kay and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on 8/23/2020. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Desire Is All You Need".