The Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 1
Every episode of Yellowstone Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 1!
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, an Indian reservation, and America’s first National Park.
Season 1 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Yellowstone" season 1 is "Daybreak", rated 8.2/10 from 5507 user votes. It was directed by Taylor Sheridan and written by N/A. "Daybreak" aired on 6/20/2018 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Kill the Messenger".
8.2/10 5,507 votes#1 - 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
7.9/10 3,876 votes#2 - Kill the Messenger
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/27/2018
As the dust settles from the shootout, the Duttons deal with the potential repercussions. John calls in a favor and collects on some old debts. Jamie meets with the governor to do damage control.
Director: Taylor Sheridan
Writer: N/A
8.1/10 3,637 votes#3 - No Good Horses
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/11/2018
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.
Director: Taylor Sheridan
Writer: Taylor Sheridan
8.0/10 3,429 votes#4 - 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
8.1/10 3,288 votes#5 - Coming Home
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/25/2018
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
8.0/10 3,159 votes#6 - The Remembering
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/1/2018
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
8.1/10 3,093 votes#7 - A Monster Is Among Us
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/8/2018
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.
Director: Taylor Sheridan
Writer: Taylor Sheridan
8.2/10 3,028 votes#8 - The Unravelling (1)
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/15/2018
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.
Director: Taylor Sheridan
Writer: Taylor Sheridan
8.4/10 3,239 votes#9 - The Unravelling (2)
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/22/2018
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.
Director: Taylor Sheridan
Writer: Taylor Sheridan