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The Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 3

Every episode of Yellowstone Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 3!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 10 - The World Is Purple
    9.2/10(4944 votes)

    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 3 Episode 9 - Meaner Than Evil
    8.7/10(3856 votes)

    S3:E9

    Rip and Kayce must work together to solve an unresolved issue, Beth's plan backfires, Jamie searches for answers about his past, and the ranch hands seek revenge.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  3. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 8 - I Killed a Man Today
    8.5/10(3623 votes)

    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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  4. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 4 - Going Back to Cali
    8.4/10(3702 votes)

    S3:E4

    Jimmy gets help with his recovery, Thomas Rainwater obtains an ally, Beth takes advantage of an opportunity, Gov. Perry talks to Kayce, and uninvited guests visit Yellowstone.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  5. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 7 - The Beating
    8.2/10(3454 votes)

    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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  6. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 3 - An Acceptable Surrender
    8.1/10(3549 votes)

    S3:E3

    Jamie plays cover-up and damage control with Hendon. Governor Perry hears a $6 billion pitch for a development right on the Yellowstone, and later makes some political maneuvers. Jimmy competes in a rodeo competition.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  7. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 5 - Cowboys and Dreamers
    8.1/10(3516 votes)

    S3:E5

    Beth is haunted by her past, Jamie assumes a new role, Kayce helps a family in need, John and Thomas Rainwater find common ground, and Beth's battle with Roarke intensifies.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  8. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 2 - Freight Trains and Monsters
    7.9/10(3649 votes)

    S3:E2

    The Duttons open camp, which proves to be the best therapy for Tate. Jamie and Hendon agree to teach a lesson to two criminals, but it does not go as intended. Beth learns more about Roarke's business plans. Teeter joins the bunkhouse.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  9. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 1 - You're the Indian Now
    7.8/10(3904 votes)

    S3:E1

    John makes a deal with Governor Perry, Beth is uneasy about a hospitality company's presence near the ranch, Monica asks for a favor, and Jamie gets a new opportunity.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  10. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 6 - All for Nothing
    7.8/10(3471 votes)

    S3:E6

    Kayce and Monica help search for a missing Indigenous woman, Market Equities presents Jamie with a lucrative offer, and John finds out about Beth and Jamie's secret.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"The World Is Purple" is the best rated episode of Yellowstone season 3. It scored 9.2/10 from 4,944 votes. Directed by Stephen Kay and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on August 23, 2020. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Meaner Than Evil".