The WORST episodes of Beyond the Gates

Every episode of Beyond the Gates ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Beyond the Gates!

Set in one of the most affluent African American counties in the United States, you’ll find a posh gated community with winding tree-lined streets and luxurious mansions to call home. At the center of this community are the Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty. But behind these pristine walls and lush, manicured gardens are juicy secrets and scandals waiting to be uncovered.

Last Updated: 7/17/2025Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
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#1 - Thursday, July 17, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 92 - Aired 7/17/2025

Jacob arrives with grave news for Smitty. Vanessa imparts information that sends Nicole on a fact-finding mission. The Duprees open their home to a new houseguest.

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6.33
3 votes

#2 - Friday, June 27, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 83 - Aired 6/27/2025

Leslie attempts to make amends with her daughter. Date night proves challenging for Chelsea. Madison and Joey's offer amuses Bill.

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6.33
3 votes

#3 - Thursday, June 26, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 82 - Aired 6/26/2025

Eva tackles her first day working for Ted. Ashley and Andre discuss their options. Anita receives surprising news from her family.

Thursday, May 29, 2025
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6.33
3 votes

#4 - Thursday, May 29, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 62 - Aired 5/29/2025

Dani issues a warning to Bill regarding Hayley. Doug takes a risk with Joey. Kat and Jacob uncover more about Laura's attack.

Friday, May 23, 2025
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6.33
3 votes

#5 - Friday, May 23, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 59 - Aired 5/23/2025

Anita and Tracy finally confront the betrayal that tore them apart. Ted corners Leslie with a devastating accusation. Doug begins to connect the dots about Joey's friendship with his wife. Martin's lack of communication frustrates Smitty.

Directors: Sonia Blangiardo
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
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6.50
6 votes

#6 - Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 35 - Aired 4/15/2025

Naomi's unexpected legal maneuver rattles her fragile peace with Bill. Tyrell's crisis pits Martin and Smitty's parenting styles against each other. Dani's escalating struggles pull Andre further into her dangerous orbit.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Monday, June 2, 2025
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6.67
3 votes

#7 - Monday, June 2, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 64 - Aired 6/2/2025

Ted and Eva discuss Leslie's manipulations. Sharon confronts Anita with the painful truth of their past.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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6.67
6 votes

#8 - Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 36 - Aired 4/16/2025

Dani hopes to rekindle her lost spark with Pamela's help. Martin and Smitty face new hurdles protecting Tyrell. Nicole and Ted confront lingering issues in their marriage as they prepare to celebrate a relationship milestone.

Friday, May 30, 2025
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6.75
4 votes

#9 - Friday, May 30, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 63 - Aired 5/30/2025

A crucial piece of evidence comes to light in Kat's investigation of Leslie. Ted struggles with how to repair his relationship with Nicole. Anita fears the past will derail her future.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
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7.00
4 votes

#10 - Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 56 - Aired 5/20/2025

Anita opens the door to her past. Ashley's heartbreak threatens to undo her. Eva leans into the one person who believes her.

Directors: Shelley Curtis
Monday, April 28, 2025
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7.00
7 votes

#11 - Monday, April 28, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 44 - Aired 4/28/2025

Naomi struggles to gain the trust of her new client. Ashley and Derek adjust to their new living arrangement. Leslie launches her latest scheme against the Duprees.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Monday, June 9, 2025
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7.00
2 votes

#12 - Monday, June 9, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 69 - Aired 6/9/2025

Nicole questions Eva's motives. Kat takes matters into her own hands. The women in Bill's life rally around him.

Directors: Steven Williford
Friday, March 14, 2025
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7.15
13 votes

#13 - Friday, March 14, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/14/2025

Nicole suspects Dani is up to something. Kat and Tomas heat things up. Andre tries to hide his interest in Ashley.

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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7.15
13 votes

#14 - Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/12/2025

Martin makes a deal with Smitty. Joey ropes Doug into a backroom game. Diego gets territorial over Vanessa. Derek interrupts Andre's moment with Ashley. Leslie questions Eva's loyalty.

Directors: Steven Williford
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
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7.17
6 votes

#15 - Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 31 - Aired 4/9/2025

Andre's hospital documentary faces unexpected pushback from wary staff. Samantha sets her sights on modeling with Chelsea's help. Leslie's covert actions raise suspicions about Laura's recovery.

Tuesday, May 27, 2025
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7.20
5 votes

#16 - Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 60 - Aired 5/27/2025

Martin dodges Smitty's questions about Bill's insinuations. Hayley's unexpected news throws Chelsea for a loop.

Directors: Steven Williford
Monday, April 14, 2025
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7.20
5 votes

#17 - Monday, April 14, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 34 - Aired 4/14/2025

Kat's birthday celebration stirs hidden tensions. Bill and Hayley confront an unexpected turning point. Dani struggles with heartbreak she can't quite leave behind.

Directors: Steven Williford
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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7.29
7 votes

#18 - Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 30 - Aired 4/8/2025

Dani preps Chelsea's farewell fashion show. Smitty takes on a new influencer assignment. The family converges at a can't-miss event.

Directors: Steven Williford
Monday, February 24, 2025
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7.32
28 votes

#19 - Monday, February 24, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/24/2025

The Dupree family rallies together in the wake of a turning point, and Dani goes fist-to-face with the woman who ruined her life.

Directors: Steven Williford
Monday, April 21, 2025
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7.33
6 votes

#20 - Monday, April 21, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 39 - Aired 4/21/2025

Doug's hidden debt to Joey edges him into dangerous territory. Eva pours herself into orchestrating Ted and Nicole's upcoming celebration. The family gets together for karaoke night.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Thursday, February 27, 2025
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7.33
18 votes

#21 - Thursday, February 27, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/27/2025

Laura's accident sends shockwaves through Fairmont Crest. Meanwhile, Dani gets her groove back with an unexpected beau, Bill surprises Hayley with a wedding celebration, and Mona agrees to give Eva a shot at filling in for Laura.

Thursday, March 6, 2025
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7.33
15 votes

#22 - Thursday, March 6, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/6/2025

Chelsea has a moment with her friend's wife. Kat is suspicious of Eva. Martin confronts Smitty. Dani confronts Hayley. Andre stirs the pot on Derek and Ashley's double date night.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
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7.33
12 votes

#23 - Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/18/2025

Naomi gets a case that might be too close to home. Kat gets territorial. Jacob and Marcel go on a stakeout.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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7.33
6 votes

#24 - Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 40 - Aired 4/22/2025

Anita grapples with an unexpected offer. Bill navigates internal firm pressures. Dani's latest decision upends Chelsea's carefully laid plans.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
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7.33
3 votes

#25 - Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 70 - Aired 6/10/2025

Chelsea and Madison connect. Vernon calms a nervous Naomi. Dani's feelings for her ex complicate things with her new boo.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier