The BEST episodes of Kingdom (2014) season 1

Every episode of Kingdom (2014) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Kingdom (2014) season 1!

A retired MMA fighter turned trainer juggles keeping his mixed martial arts gym running and keeping his family united.

Last Updated: 9/20/2024Network: AudienceStatus: Ended
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Animator/Annihilator
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8.14
476 votes

#1 - Animator/Annihilator

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/19/2014

Tensions run high between Lisa and Alvey after Christina shows up at Navy St. Garo tries to find out how Ryan's training is coming along. Jay, building off the recent win, asks Garo to give him a chance. Christina wrestles with her emotions.

Directors: Dennie Gordon
Writer: Ryan Farley
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King Beast
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8.13
395 votes

#2 - King Beast

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/10/2014

On fight night, everyone is focused on Jay and Ryan, leaving the rift between Alvey and Lisa for later. Lisa questions her role in their life. Christina's demons show signs of surfacing.

Directors: Tim Iacofano
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Cut Day
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8.04
424 votes

#3 - Cut Day

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/3/2014

It's cut day for Ryan and Jay. With the weigh-in only hours away, the two struggle through the agony of cutting weight while Lisa tries to reach Alvey. Nate, determined to get back into the ring quickly, asks Mac for help.

Directors: Tim Iacofano
Writer: Tom Garrigus
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Please Refrain from Crying
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8.02
457 votes

#4 - Please Refrain from Crying

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/12/2014

Ryan pleads with his father for forgiveness. Michael bullies Keith. Christina spends time with Nate, and opens up to him about her youth.

Directors: Gary Fleder
Writer: Alex Metcalf
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Eat Your Own Cooking
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7.95
456 votes

#5 - Eat Your Own Cooking

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/5/2014

Alvey fantasizes about revenge and questions his self control; Lisa's father comes to town; Nate's love life heats up; Keith and Ryan struggle with loneliness during Family Day at the halfway house; Alvey advises Lisa to forgive Ryan.

Directors: Gary Fleder
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Flowers
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7.95
468 votes

#6 - Flowers

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/29/2014

Christina wants a fresh start. Jay has other ideas on how to save her. Alvey is on edge after potential investors send unwelcome gifts to the gym. Lisa reveals she's going to help Jay. Nate finally speaks with Detective Gaines about his case.

Directors: Michael Morris
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Piece of Plastic
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7.86
480 votes

#7 - Piece of Plastic

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/22/2014

Ryan settles into a new job with fellow ex-cons while Alvey meets with Ryan's parole officer. Nate begins physical therapy. Keith is taunted by Michael. Ryan learns of Keith's past. Jay offers Christina a way out.

Directors: Michael Morris
Writer: Alex Metcalf
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Glass Eye
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7.80
493 votes

#8 - Glass Eye

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/15/2014

Lisa lays out the reality of their finances while Alvey tries to convince her his plan for Ryan is the solution. Ryan adjusts to life in a halfway house. Jay professes his desire to fight again, but Alvey refuses to help until he sees more dedication.

Directors: Adam Davidson
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Gentle Slope
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7.76
442 votes

#9 - Gentle Slope

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/26/2014

Ryan and Alvey are in the spotlight at the King Beast promotional event. Alvey counsels Christina on getting professional help for her addiction. Lisa sees a lawyer looking for advice. Jay searches for Hector & Carlos.

Directors: Dennie Gordon
Writer: Tom Garrigus
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Set Yourself on Fire
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7.57
660 votes

#10 - Set Yourself on Fire

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/8/2014

Alvey and Lisa are struggling to keep Navy Street afloat. Their best hope is Alvey's son Nate, an up and coming fighter. Jay, Alvey's other son, is on the outs with his father. When Lisa's ex and former MMA champ, Ryan, shows up, complications arise.

Directors: Adam Davidson
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