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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!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 9 - The Unravelling (2)
    8.4/10(4590 votes)

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  2. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 8 - The Unravelling (1)
    8.2/10(4291 votes)

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  3. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 1 - Daybreak
    8.1/10(7993 votes)

    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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  4. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 3 - No Good Horses
    8.1/10(5092 votes)

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  5. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 7 - A Monster Is Among Us
    8.1/10(4358 votes)

    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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  6. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 5 - Coming Home
    8.0/10(4609 votes)

    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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  7. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 4 - The Long Black Train
    7.9/10(4802 votes)

    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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  8. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 6 - The Remembering
    7.9/10(4460 votes)

    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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  9. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 2 - Kill the Messenger
    7.8/10(5394 votes)

    S1:E2

    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:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Unravelling (2)" is the best rated episode of Yellowstone season 1. It scored 8.4/10 from 4,590 votes. Written and directed by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on August 22, 2018. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Unravelling (1)".