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The Worst Episodes of Yellowstone

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The Worst Episodes of Yellowstone

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...

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  1. Background image for Freight Trains and Monsters
    7.0/10(26 votes)

    #1 - Freight Trains and Monsters

    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.

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  2. Background image for No Good Horses
    7.3/10(39 votes)

    #2 - No Good Horses

    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.

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  3. Background image for You're the Indian Now
    7.3/10(35 votes)

    #3 - You're the Indian Now

    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.

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  4. Background image for Blood the Boy
    7.5/10(26 votes)

    #4 - Blood the Boy

    S2:E6

    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.

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  5. Background image for An Acceptable Surrender
    7.5/10(26 votes)

    #5 - An Acceptable Surrender

    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
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  6. Background image for All for Nothing
    7.5/10(23 votes)

    #6 - All for Nothing

    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.

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  8. Background image for No Kindness for the Coward
    7.5/10(25 votes)

    #7 - No Kindness for the Coward

    S4:E8

    Tensions escalate with the protestors, but Beth has a plan. Jimmy and Emily get closer. Monica and Kayce share a special moment.

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  9. Background image for Kill the Messenger
    7.6/10(43 votes)

    #8 - Kill the Messenger

    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.

    Writer:Unknown
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  10. Background image for The Reek of Desperation
    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #9 - The Reek of Desperation

    S2:E3

    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.

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  11. Background image for Touching Your Enemy
    7.6/10(27 votes)

    #10 - Touching Your Enemy

    S2:E5

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

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  12. Background image for Cowboys and Dreamers
    7.6/10(24 votes)

    #11 - Cowboys and Dreamers

    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.

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  13. Background image for Keep the Wolves Close
    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #12 - Keep the Wolves Close

    S4:E7

    John is put in an awkward position by Gov. Perry; Carter works to earn back Beth's trust; Jamie is in for a big surprise.

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  14. Background image for No Such Thing as Fair
    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #13 - No Such Thing as Fair

    S4:E9

    John and Beth squabble; Jimmy has an important decision to make; Kayce begins a new quest; Jamie realizes Garrett's past might affect his own future.

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  15. Background image for The Unravelling (1)
    7.7/10(28 votes)

    #14 - The Unravelling (1)

    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.

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  16. Background image for Behind Us Only Grey
    7.7/10(26 votes)

    #15 - Behind Us Only Grey

    S2:E8

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

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  17. Background image for Winning or Learning
    7.7/10(24 votes)

    #16 - Winning or Learning

    S4:E4

    Jamie receives some surprising news; Beth receives an offer; Jimmy settles in on the road; tensions boil over in the bunkhouse.

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  18. Background image for Under a Blanket of Red
    7.7/10(23 votes)

    #17 - Under a Blanket of Red

    S4:E5

    John and Kayce are forced to deal with some newcomers in town; Lloyd is in the doghouse with Rip, and finds purpose in teaching Carter; Jamie seeks information about his father.

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  19. Background image for Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You
    7.7/10(26 votes)

    #18 - Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You

    S5:E6

    The Yellowstone enjoys an almost-perfect day branding cattle, Montana gets an unexpected visitor, Sarah sinks her teeth into Jamie, and Thomas Rainwater deals with a challenger from within.

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  20. Background image for A Monster Is Among Us
    7.8/10(29 votes)

    #19 - A Monster Is Among Us

    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.

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  21. Background image for The Unravelling (2)
    7.8/10(28 votes)

    #20 - The Unravelling (2)

    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.

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  22. Background image for New Beginnings
    7.8/10(28 votes)

    #21 - New Beginnings

    S2:E2

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

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  23. Background image for Enemies by Monday
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    #22 - Enemies by Monday

    S2:E9

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

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  24. Background image for Going Back to Cali
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #23 - Going Back to Cali

    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
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  25. Background image for Tall Drink of Water
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    #24 - Tall Drink of Water

    S5:E3

    Beth heads to Salt Lake City to take care of unfinished business, a trap's set for Jamie, Kayce makes an important decision for his family, and Thomas Rainwater deals with mounting pressure.

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  26. Background image for Three Fifty-Three
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #25 - Three Fifty-Three

    S5:E11

    Beth discusses the fate of the ranch with an unlikely ally. Kayce takes the investigation into his own hands. Jamie looks to advance his political agenda.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Freight Trains and Monsters" is the worst rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 7/10 based on 26 votes. Directed by Stephen Kay and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on 6/28/2020. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "No Good Horses".