The BEST episodes of Tiger King season 1

Every episode of Tiger King season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Tiger King season 1!

The story of the murder-for-hire plot that led to the arrest of Joe Exotic, a gun-toting polygamist who presided over an Oklahoma animal park.

Last Updated: 10/3/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
Cult of Personality
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#1 - Cult of Personality

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/20/2020

Subjected to long hours, little (or no) pay and the whims of eccentric bosses: are big cat park employees just cogs in a web of personality cults?

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Not Your Average Joe
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#2 - Not Your Average Joe

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/20/2020

Meet Joe Exotic, the gun-toting operator of an Oklahoma big cat park. He’s been accused of hiring someone to murder his chief rival, Carole Baskin.

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The Secret
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#3 - The Secret

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/20/2020

An incident in Carole's past casts her in a suspicious light, and while she maintains her innocence, Joe is all too happy to point the finger at her.

Playing with Fire
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#4 - Playing with Fire

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/20/2020

Joe ramps up his efforts to become an internet and TV star, but a mysterious fire and lawsuit threaten his plans — until an angel investor appears.

Make America Exotic Again
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#5 - Make America Exotic Again

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/20/2020

As Joe dives into politics, he deals with turmoil and tragedy in his personal life. Meanwhile, the dynamics at the park change with the new owners.

The Noble Thing to Do
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#6 - The Noble Thing to Do

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/20/2020

James Garretson makes a shocking claim about Joe, leading to FBI involvement. Desperation sets in for Joe, who thinks Jeff and James have set him up.

Dethroned
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#7 - Dethroned

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/20/2020

Joe faces the music in the courtroom but insists the story is far from over. Jeff’s business prospects crumble. Former G.W. Zoo workers try to move on.

The Tiger King and I
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#8 - The Tiger King and I

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/12/2020

Joel McHale host a special “after-show” event where he interviews key members of the show including John Reinke, Joshua Dial, John Finlay, Saff, Erik Cowie, Rick Kirkman, and Jeff and Lauren Lowe.