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: 9/23/2025Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
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#1 - Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 135 - Aired 9/23/2025

Jacob unearths a secret that Derek wants to remain buried. In helping Samantha, Martin infuriates Smitty. A couple must face their new reality. Joey and Marcel hatch a mysterious plan.

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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6.33
6 votes

#2 - Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 131 - Aired 9/17/2025

Hayley hatches a seductive plan to spark some jealousy in Bill. Ashley drops an unexpected bombshell on Andre. Anita proposes a game-changing idea to help Kat and Chelsea.

Friday, August 29, 2025
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6.43
7 votes

#3 - Friday, August 29, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 123 - Aired 8/29/2025

The kidnapper has another insane demand for their hostage. Ted surprises Leslie with an intriguing proposal. Tomas offers to help Eva. Nicole has an upsetting update for her son.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
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6.43
7 votes

#4 - 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
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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6.57
7 votes

#5 - 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.

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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6.60
5 votes

#6 - Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 130 - Aired 9/16/2025

Nicole debates her treatment of Ted while he deals with an unwelcome reality check. Tyrell and Samantha clash, which leaves Martin and Smitty to deal with the fallout. Leslie one-ups the Duprees. Naomi and Jacob help a friend.

Monday, September 15, 2025
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6.60
5 votes

#7 - Monday, September 15, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 129 - Aired 9/15/2025

Vernon springs into action to thwart an interloper. Derek has a big decision to make concerning his future. Eva is rocked to see her father in such distress. June's new job has her doubting herself.

Tuesday, September 9, 2025
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6.60
5 votes

#8 - Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 125 - Aired 9/9/2025

Anita and Vernon worry they pushed the limits for one of their own. Naomi doesn't like what she sees where her parents are concerned. Tomas is asked to battle the Duprees.

Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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6.75
4 votes

#9 - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 120 - Aired 8/26/2025

The hostage situation intensifies. Anita, Vernon and Kat take matters into their own hands. Andre spies a close moment between Dani and Bill.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
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6.80
5 votes

#10 - 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
Friday, June 27, 2025
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6.83
6 votes

#11 - 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.

Thursday, May 29, 2025
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6.83
6 votes

#12 - 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.

Thursday, June 26, 2025
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6.83
6 votes

#13 - 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.

Monday, August 25, 2025
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6.83
6 votes

#14 - Monday, August 25, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 119 - Aired 8/25/2025

The Duprees are frantic when they discover one of their own has gone missing. Samantha and Martin have some father-daughter bonding time.

Thursday, September 11, 2025
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6.86
7 votes

#15 - Thursday, September 11, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 127 - Aired 9/11/2025

Chelsea shocks her cousin with an abrupt decision. Hayley is fed up with Bill pushing her aside. Dani confides in Vanessa about her feelings, which prompts Vanessa to see Joey. Derek is harboring a secret.

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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6.88
8 votes

#16 - Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 95 - Aired 7/22/2025

Eva stands her ground with Kat. Hayley has a life-changing surprise to show Bill. Allison is in need of medical attention.

Friday, July 18, 2025
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6.88
8 votes

#17 - Friday, July 18, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 93 - Aired 7/18/2025

Anita has some choice words for her daughter. Samantha makes a plea to her father. Elon puts Jacob in his place and asserts control over the investigation in the process.

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7.00
2 votes

#18 - Monday, September 22, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 134 - Aired 9/22/2025

Dani and Andre roll the dice and come to an agreement. Vanessa faces mounting pressure by Doug to make a difficult choice. Nicole exposes Ted's latest indiscretion to Anita. Kat opens up to Chelsea about her confusing feelings for Tomas.

Monday, April 28, 2025
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7.00
8 votes

#19 - 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
Friday, May 16, 2025
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7.00
7 votes

#20 - Friday, May 16, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 54 - Aired 5/16/2025

Dani and Pamela chase a risky new dream. Doug finds himself out of options. Kat closes in on Leslie. Nicole contemplates a life-changing move.

Directors: Phideaux Xavier
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
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7.00
7 votes

#21 - 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, June 9, 2025
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7.00
5 votes

#22 - 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, May 30, 2025
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7.00
6 votes

#23 - 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.

Monday, June 2, 2025
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7.00
6 votes

#24 - 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, July 23, 2025
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7.00
7 votes

#25 - Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Season 1 - Episode 96 - Aired 7/23/2025

Leslie uses her injury to further her agenda. Jacob questions a family member about a police matter. Madison thinks Chelsea is getting played.