The BEST episodes of 1883
Every episode of 1883 ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of 1883!
Follow the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. A stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America’s promised land—Montana.
#1 - This Is Not Your Heaven
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/27/2022
James and Margaret face a heavy decision. Shea and Thomas take bold action to help one of their own.
#2 - Racing Clouds
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/20/2022
A misunderstanding leads to a battle with serious consequences.
#3 - The Fangs of Freedom
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/16/2022
Shea and Thomas cope with the aftermath of the river crossing, but there is little time to grieve and no shortage of challenges ahead. Elsa and Ennis share a romantic moment.
#4 - Lightning Yellow Hair
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/6/2022
Elsa makes an unlikely friend. The group faces a harrowing challenge from mother nature. The camp searches for one of their own.
#5 - Behind Us, A Cliff
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/19/2021
Thomas and Shea recruit James and some local cowboys to corral a herd of cattle. As they begin their journey, the caravan is confronted with some of the many dangers they will face along the way.
#6 - The Weep of Surrender
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/13/2022
Elsa makes a big decision. Shea faces doubts as winter looms.
#7 - 1883
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/19/2021
The Dutton family embarks on a journey west through the last bastion of untamed America. James arrives in Texas, where he and his family prepare to make their way through The Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity.
#8 - Boring The Devil
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/30/2022
Shea helps Elsa cope with her loss. The group crosses another river and prepares to enter Indian territory. Thomas buys Noemi a gift.
#9 - River
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/26/2021
James butts heads with Shea and Thomas about an important decision. Tensions rise in camp when an accusation is made. Elsa begins a flirtation with a cowboy.
#10 - The Crossing
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/9/2022
The group faces the harrowing task of crossing the river with their wagons and supplies. Thomas and Noemi grow closer.