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The Worst Episodes of Yellowstone

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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,

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 2 - Freight Trains and Monsters
    7.3/10(3519 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  2. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 3 - No Good Horses
    7.4/10(4915 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  3. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 1 - You're the Indian Now
    7.4/10(3762 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  4. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 2 - Kill the Messenger
    7.5/10(5209 votes)

    #4 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 8 - The Unravelling (1)
    7.5/10(4131 votes)

    #5 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  6. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 8 - No Kindness for the Coward
    7.5/10(3311 votes)

    #6 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  7. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 9 - No Such Thing as Fair
    7.5/10(3309 votes)

    #7 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  8. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 6 - All for Nothing
    7.6/10(3349 votes)

    #8 - 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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  9. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 6 - Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You
    7.6/10(3397 votes)

    #9 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  10. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 9 - The Unravelling (2)
    7.7/10(4421 votes)

    #10 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  11. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 5 - Touching Your Enemy
    7.7/10(3716 votes)

    #11 - 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.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch

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  12. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 6 - Blood the Boy
    7.7/10(3852 votes)

    #12 - 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, and Kayce and John spend quality time with Tate.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

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  13. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 3 - An Acceptable Surrender
    7.7/10(3422 votes)

    #13 - 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
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  14. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 4 - Going Back to Cali
    7.7/10(3570 votes)

    #14 - 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
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  15. Yellowstone Season 3 Episode 5 - Cowboys and Dreamers
    7.7/10(3396 votes)

    #15 - 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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  16. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 7 - Keep the Wolves Close
    7.7/10(3374 votes)

    #16 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  17. Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 11 - Three Fifty-Three
    7.7/10(2906 votes)

    #17 - 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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  18. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 7 - A Monster Is Among Us
    7.8/10(4199 votes)

    #18 - 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.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  19. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 2 - New Beginnings
    7.8/10(3921 votes)

    #19 - 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.

    Director:Ed Bianchi
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  20. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 3 - The Reek of Desperation
    7.8/10(3765 votes)

    #20 - 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.

    Director:Stephen Kay
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  21. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 7 - Resurrection Day
    7.8/10(5206 votes)

    #21 - Resurrection Day

    S2:E7

    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
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, John Coveny, Ian McCulloch

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  22. Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 8 - Behind Us Only Grey
    7.8/10(3706 votes)

    #22 - Behind Us Only Grey

    S2:E8

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

    Director:Ben Richardson
    Writers:Taylor Sheridan, Brett Conrad

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  23. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 4 - Winning or Learning
    7.8/10(3505 votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  24. Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 5 - Under a Blanket of Red
    7.8/10(3626 votes)

    #24 - 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.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Taylor Sheridan

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  25. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 6 - The Remembering
    7.9/10(4294 votes)

    #25 - The Remembering

    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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Freight Trains and Monsters" is the worst rated episode of "Yellowstone". It scored 7.3/10 based on 3519 votes. Directed by Stephen Kay and written by Taylor Sheridan, it aired on 6/28/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "No Good Horses".