The WORST episodes of The Ranch
Every episode of The Ranch ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Ranch!
When Colt Bennett returns to his hometown of Garrison, Colorado to try out for a semipro Denver team, he learns that his family's ranch has fallen on hard times. Now he's helping to keep the Iron River Ranch afloat, while figuring out how he fits into the dysfunctional Bennett family consisting of his brother, their rancher father, and his estranged wife.
#1 - Back Where I Come From
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/1/2016
Colt Bennett (Ashton Kutcher) returns home to his father's ranch. His older brother Jameson "Rooster" Bennett (Danny Masterson) is surprised to see him while his father is upset. His mother is happy to see him. Colt winds up deciding to stick around town at the ranch as the family needs the help.
#2 - I Wish You'd Stay
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/13/2019
Back in Colorado, Luke works to win back Colt and Beau's trust. Abby invites Colt to a teachers' mixer. Mary struggles to stay clean.
#3 - We Can't Love Like This Anymore
Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 12/7/2018
Beau issues Luke an ultimatum. As Colt tries to prove himself to Abby, Luke makes him an offer -- but Mary drives a wedge between them.
#5 - Down This Road
Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 12/7/2018
Colt hides the truth from Abby as their financial woes go from bad to worse. A drunken night leads to an awkward morning after for Mary.
#6 - Keep on Dreamin'
Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 12/7/2018
Money troubles put a strain on Colt and Abby's relationship. Beau tries to get Luke help for his PTSD but refuses to bail Colt out of a jam.
#8 - Give Me One More Shot
Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 12/7/2018
Beau's softer side emerges when he takes Luke under his wing, but Colt doesn't trust his cousin. Maggie comforts an exhausted Abby.
#9 - Do What You Gotta Do
Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 12/15/2017
A job opportunity in Denver threatens to drive a wedge between Colt and Abby. Maggie pushes back about the pipeline.
#10 - Things Change
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/16/2017
Heather makes a decision about the pregnancy. Mary reads Rooster the riot act for keeping it a secret, and Colt struggles with how to tell Abby.
#11 - When It All Goes South
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/7/2018
While Abby's in Denver teaching, Colt works to rebuild the Peterson ranch. Rooster misses his first day of work.
#12 - Easy Come, Easy Go
Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 10/7/2016
Rooster and Colt try to prove themselves to Beau, but he doesn't have much faith in them. Colt gets jealous when he sees Abby and Kenny together.
#13 - More Than a Memory
Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 12/15/2017
Abby moves in with Colt and Beau when she learns she’s losing her job. Rooster and Jen the engineer bond over getting dumped.
#14 - Last Dollar (Fly Away)
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/16/2017
As Heather's medical bills roll in, Colt realizes how expensive it is having a baby. A surprise visitor at the bar sweeps Maggie off her feet.
#15 - Wrapped Up in You
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/15/2017
Wondering if he's ready to marry Abby, Colt seeks romantic advice from an unlikely source: Beau. Rooster hires a flaky new waitress.
#17 - Rodeo and Juliet
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/15/2017
Beau ponders a lucrative business offer. Rooster runs afoul of the liquor board. Colt tries to make peace with Abby's dad.
#18 - Pass It on Down
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 12/7/2018
While Abby and Colt struggle with parenting an infant, another new arrival shakes things up at the ranch. Maggie confronts Mary.
#19 - Changes Comin' on
Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/7/2018
One month later, tensions run high as Colt and Abby scramble to get ready for the baby. Lisa Neumann makes Beau an offer.
#21 - She'll Have You Back
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/16/2017
Abby agrees to give Colt a chance, but her father isn't as forgiving. Beau and Rooster go to a cattle auction. Maggie thinks about selling the bar.
#22 - Like It's the Last Time
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/24/2020
To celebrate their last Thanksgiving on the ranch, Colt and the guys go on a turkey hunt. Mary checks into rehab.
#23 - Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)
Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/15/2017
Colt and Abby start planning their wedding, but they don't see eye to eye. Joanne confesses she still has feelings for Beau.
#24 - Dying to See Her
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/13/2019
Abby asks Colt for space, but he finds every excuse in the book to drop by. Luke and Mary tie the knot in Vegas. Lisa Neumann accuses Colt of theft.
#25 - Living and Living Well
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/7/2016
Colt struggles to keep his relationship with Abby under wraps. The boys make a big purchase and try to sell Beau on a business opportunity.