The Best Episodes Written By Danny Mcbride

Every TV Episode Written by Danny Mcbride Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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    9.0/10(7 votes)

    #1 - As to How They Might Destroy Him

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    S2:E4

    Still reeling from their father’s revelation, Kelvin and Jesse conspire to put Eli in his place. As BJ’s baptism approaches, Judy clashes with her in-laws, while Baby Billy struggles with his own growing family.

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    8.7/10(6 votes)

    #2 - And Infants Shall Rule Over Them

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    S2:E7

    With Eli temporarily out of the picture, the Gemstone siblings are left to quarrel over who’s in charge – until some wise words help pave a way forward. As Tiffany tracks down Baby Billy, Gideon faces his future.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #3 - I Have Not Come to Bring Peace, But a Sword

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    S3:E4

    While Jesse prepares for his initiation into a prestigious secret society, Judy fends off unwanted attention, and Kelvin handles rumors about Keefe. Later, Baby Billy makes an impossible promise.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #4 - Prelude

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    S4:E1

    1862. A young scoundrel named Gemstone joins ranks with the Confederates as a preacher, but a case of divine intervention changes the sinner's path for good.

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    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #5 - I Speak in the Tongues of Men and Angels

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    S2:E1

    As Jesse eyes a business opportunity with an Evangelical couple on the rise, the media cracks down on a fellow preacher. Meanwhile, Eli reconnects with a figure from his mysterious past.

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    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #6 - After I Leave, Savage Wolves Will Come

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    S2:E2

    After doubling-down on their efforts to invest in Zion’s Landing, Jesse and Amber scramble for the cash. Meanwhile, Eli’s attempts to dodge a big-city reporter spell doom for the Gemstones.

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    Director:Jody Hill
  7. Background image for Never Avenge Yourselves, But Leave It to the Wrath of God
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #7 - Never Avenge Yourselves, But Leave It to the Wrath of God

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    S2:E6

    After surviving a harrowing attack, Jesse takes matters into his own hands. Eli attempts to make amends, while Kelvin struggles to control his flock.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #8 - I Will Tell of All Your Deeds

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    S2:E9

    While the Gemstones celebrate the launch of Zion’s Landing, Baby Billy faces a chance to embrace fatherhood.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #9 - Burn for Burn, Wound for Wound, Stripe for Stripe

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    S3:E7

    After decades of animosity, tensions between the Montgomerys and the Gemstones finally come to a head. As Eli faces an impossible decision, Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin prepare to meet their maker.

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    8.3/10(6 votes)

    #10 - For He Is a Liar and the Father of Lies

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    S2:E3

    The Gemstone siblings seek to pull back the curtain on their father’s past. Eli shares a hard truth, and Kelvin grapples with an unruly God Squad.

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    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #11 - I Will Take You by the Hand and Keep You

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    S3:E8

    The Gemstone siblings reconnect with their loved ones… and each other. As the Montgomery militia fractures from within, Chuck weighs his options, while Peter hatches a new plan.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #12 - You Hurled Me Into the Depths, Into the Very Heart of the Seas

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    S4:E2

    While preparing for a Give-a-Thon in honor of their late mother, the Gemstones reunite with Aimee-Leigh's longtime best friend Lori.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #13 - The Prayer of a Righteous Man

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    S2:E8

    As the dust settles back at the compound, Jesse, Kelvin, and Judy consider where they stand. Baby Billy reconnects with a figure from his past.

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    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #14 - Interlude III

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    S3:E5

    2000. After a Y2K doomsday fails to materialize, Eli and Aimee-Leigh find themselves flooded with criticism from their congregants…and the Montgomerys. Later, the arrival of Jesse’s girlfriend Amber throws an already fragile Judy for a loop.

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    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #15 - A Compassionate Man

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    S2:E5

    Russell’s birthday bash is marred by a revelation about his wife’s college boyfriend.

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    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #16 - But the Righteous Will See Their Fall

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    S1:E8

    Jesse deals with the fallout of the dramatic events of Easter Sunday. Judy attempts to win back BJ after receiving some harsh words from Baby Billy. Kelvin has a crisis of faith.

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    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #17 - Interlude II

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    S2:E5

    Christmas, 1993. While Eli considers a tempting offer from an old friend, Baby Billy crashes the Gemstones’ celebrations.

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    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #18 - But Esau Ran to Meet Him

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    S3:E2

    Eli does his best to smooth over relations with the Montgomery boys after a visit to their doomsday prepper compound. Back at the Salvation Center, the siblings face off against the Board of Ministers.

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    Director:Jody Hill
  19. Background image for For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #19 - For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness

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    S3:E3

    Tired of life in the lap of luxury, Baby Billy pursues a new vocation as gameshow host. The Gemstones host a cousins’ night for Karl and Chuck.

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    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #20 - To Grieve Like the Rest of Men Who Have No Hope

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    S4:E3

    When their archrivals encroach on Gemstone territory, Jesse prepares to strike back, while Kelvin receives an honor.

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    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - He Goeth Before You Into Galilee

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    S4:E4

    At the Gemstone family lake house, Baby Billy and the siblings plot to use Aimee-Leigh's memory to tear Eli's new relationship apart – by whatever means necessary.

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    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #22 - You Shall Remember

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    S4:E5

    While Lori finds herself in a precarious position, Baby Billy tries to get the greenlight on his latest project. Later, Kelvin and Vance face off.

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    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Interlude IV

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    S4:E6

    2002. While recording an album together, Lori turns to Aimee-Leigh for help with her failing marriage.

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    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #24 - On Your Belly You Shall Go

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    S4:E8

    Judy looks to get rid of BJ's new companion as Eli looks for a new path forward.

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    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #25 - And Yet One of You is a Devil

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    S1:E7

    Eli informs Jesse, Kelvin and Judy that they’ll each need to be front and center for Easter Sunday service, their biggest telecast of the year. Judy’s deference to Baby Billy threatens her relationship with BJ and with her family.

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    Director:Jody Hill

Danny McBride Ratings Summary

"As to How They Might Destroy Him" is the best rated episode written by Danny McBride. It scored 9/10 based on 7 votes. It was directed by Danny McBride. It aired on 1/23/2022 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "And Infants Shall Rule Over Them".