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The Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 2

Every episode of Yellowstone Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 2!

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.

Genres:WesternDrama

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Yellowstone" season 2 is "A Thundering", rated 8.3/10 from 3147 user votes. It was directed by Ed Bianchi and written by Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny. "A Thundering" aired on 6/19/2019 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "New Beginnings".

  • A Thundering
    8.3/10 3,147 votes

    #1 - A Thundering

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/19/2019

    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

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny

  • New Beginnings
    8.1/10 2,876 votes

    #2 - New Beginnings

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/26/2019

    Kayce and Rip come to blows. Beth starts buying up land to protect the ranch. Monica begins a new chapter at the university.

    Director: Ed Bianchi

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

  • The Reek of Desperation
    8.0/10 2,745 votes

    #3 - The Reek of Desperation

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 7/10/2019

    Rainwater teams up with Jenkins for a big business deal, but powerful new enemies look to block their plans. John and Beth groom a new political candidate.

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan

  • Only Devils Left
    8.3/10 2,759 votes

    #4 - Only Devils Left

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 7/17/2019

    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

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

  • Touching Your Enemy
    8.1/10 2,722 votes

    #5 - Touching Your Enemy

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 7/24/2019

    Jamie tries desperately to walk back a previous mistake. Kayce tracks down evidence. Monica and Martin attend a traditional Indian horse relay.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch

  • Blood the Boy
    8.5/10 2,816 votes

    #6 - Blood the Boy

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 7/31/2019

    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.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

  • Resurrection Day
    9.2/10 3,902 votes

    #7 - Resurrection Day

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 8/7/2019

    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.

    Director: Ben Richardson

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch

  • Behind Us Only Grey
    8.3/10 2,713 votes

    #8 - Behind Us Only Grey

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 8/14/2019

    John and Rip seek revenge; Monica ponders the consequences of her living situation; Jimmy clears old debts.

    Director: Ben Richardson

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

  • Enemies by Monday
    8.9/10 2,992 votes

    #9 - Enemies by Monday

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 8/21/2019

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

    Director: Guy Ferland

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Eric Jay Beck

  • Sins of the Father
    8.9/10 3,385 votes

    #10 - Sins of the Father

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 8/28/2019

    The feud with the Becks comes to a head as the Duttons scramble to save one of their own.

    Director: Stephen Kay

    Writer: Taylor Sheridan, Eric Jay Beck