The Best Episodes Written By John Carcieri

Every TV Episode Written by John Carcieri 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 - 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
  6. Background image for Never Avenge Yourselves, But Leave It to the Wrath of God
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #6 - 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)

    #7 - 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)

    #8 - 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(3 votes)

    #9 - 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(4 votes)

    #10 - 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(4 votes)

    #11 - 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)

    #12 - 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
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    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #13 - 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)

    #14 - 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)

    #15 - 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)

    #16 - 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)

    #17 - 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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    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #18 - 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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    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #19 - For I Know the Plans I Have for You

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    S3:E1

    In the wake of their father’s semi-retirement, Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin must deal with dwindling attendance – and donations. Later, Eli is visited by another figure from his past.

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    Director:Jody Hill
  20. Background image for Gin
    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #20 - Gin

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    S1:E8

    Gamby and Russell look to finish what they started; Gamby confronts Amanda about her relationship with Hayden.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Slaughter

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    S2:E2

    Gamby fingers a suspect, with Dayshawn’s help. Russell tests out a kindness strategy at school.

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    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #22 - They Are Weak, But He Is Strong

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    S1:E3

    Aimee-Leigh's elderly brother Baby Billy returns to the Gemstone ministry, bringing along his much younger wife Tiffany. Jesse closes ranks on his co-conspirators to root out the identity of his blackmailers.

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    7.5/10(8 votes)

    #23 - Tiger Town

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    S2:E1

    Recovering from his wounds, Gamby returns to a dramatically changed North Jackson High.

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    7.4/10(13 votes)

    #24 - Better is the End of a Thing Than Its Beginning

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    S1:E9

    Eli questions his children's future in the Gemstone ministry. Jesse struggles to keep his marriage together. Judy opens up to BJ about her past. A disillusioned Kelvin embraces his dark side. Season One Finale.

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    Director:Jody Hill
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    7.4/10(7 votes)

    #25 - The King

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    S2:E3

    Gamby’s search for his shooter leads him into a novelist’s graduate-school class. Russell’s ire is fueled by an unflattering caricature.

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John Carcieri Ratings Summary

"As to How They Might Destroy Him" is the best rated episode written by John Carcieri. 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".