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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...
Genres:WesternDrama

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Daybreak" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 5934 votes. Directed by Taylor Sheridan and written by N/A, it aired on 6/20/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Kill the Messenger".

  • Daybreak
    8.2/105,934 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

  • Kill the Messenger
    7.9/104,096 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

  • No Good Horses
    8.1/103,857 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

  • The Long Black Train
    8.0/103,624 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

  • Coming Home
    8.1/103,476 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

  • The Remembering
    8.0/103,352 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

  • A Monster Is Among Us
    8.1/103,271 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

  • The Unravelling (1)
    8.2/103,209 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

  • The Unravelling (2)
    8.4/103,435 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