The BEST episodes of Tyler Perry's Ruthless
Every episode of Tyler Perry's Ruthless ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Tyler Perry's Ruthless!
The series tells the riveting story of a woman named Ruth who kidnaps her young daughter to join her in the dark underworld of a fanatical religious cult.
#1 - Eager Little Flower
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/4/2023
The Highest questions Ruth and Dikahn’s loyalty, Sheriff Conley informs Dikahn that new FBI agents are in town, and Aaron has a strange conversation with Andrew in the punishment trailer.
#2 - Behind Closed Doors
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/27/2023
Ruth covers Manny, Laura and Aaron begin to question the Raku ways, Lacey tries to convince Marva that she’s learned her lesson, and Ruth asserts her authority over Dikahn.
#3 - Into the Blackness
Season 5 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/24/2025
The Highest executes a horrific plan that tests the loyalty of his followers; River, Joan and Zane finally make their play to escape the compound.
#4 - Pieces to be Played
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/20/2025
As River and Obadiah jostle for power inside the Rakudushis compound, Ruth sets plans in motion to turn them against one another. The FBI looks for ways to weaken the Rakudushis and have a special surprise for River that will put new pressure on him.
#6 - The Ticking Clock
Season 4 - Episode 19 - Aired 3/14/2024
Aaron is found, and all eyes are on him as one of the agents pays the ultimate price; when Joan tells Ruth about her hidden stash, she becomes outraged as Diakahn discovers soon that his detainees have escaped.
#7 - Crossing the Lines
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/29/2024
Ruth teaches Bridgette a lesson when she threatens her; Marva's plan to sabotage Ruth backfires; Malcolm tries to convince Peter to help him escape.
#8 - Wicked Intentions
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/8/2023
Aaron makes a desperate attempt to bribe The Highest, Joan tries to keep Zane out of trouble, Ruth catches Louis in a compromising position, and the FBI decides to pay the Raku a visit.
#9 - Tonight is the Night
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/15/2023
Law enforcement takes a renewed interest in Lilo’s disappearance, The Highest personally tortures Malcolm for information, and Marva orders Zane to assist in Lacey’s punishment.
#10 - Close Call
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/11/2023
Andrew takes a dangerous mission to prove his loyalty to The Highest, the FBI presses Sheriff Conley for information on the Rakudushi, and Aaron gets a private audience with the Highest.
#11 - Disappearing Act
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/18/2023
Andrew faces interference from local law enforcement while fleeing the compound, Aaron makes a desperate plea, and Ruth grows suspicious of Joan and Laura.
#12 - Eye for an Eye
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/1/2023
The Highest offers Malcolm relief from his withdrawal symptoms, River warns Manny to stay away from Zane, Mack defends Andrew’s actions, Marva reveals her horrifying plans for lacey.
#13 - You Have to Play the Game
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/25/2023
Ruth searches for the children, Zane makes an escape plan with Lacy, Joan has a firm warming for Aaron, and The Highest reveals his big plans for the compound.
#14 - Do or Die
Season 4 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/15/2024
Desiree and Kal formulate a tricky plan, after being outsmarted by The Highest. Lacey gives Laura valuable advice to remain alive.
#15 - Plan in Action
Season 4 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/22/2024
Mack warns Sheriff Conley about an FBI tactic to take them both down; Lacey begs Zane to take a drastic step toward freedom; Ruth gives Laura advice on how to stay alive at the compound.
#17 - State Of Emergency
Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/1/2024
When agents search for an important man, everyone in the camp prepare for war. Ruth is skeptical of Peter's big discovery, that could set them free, and Lacey is victim to Marva's wicked intentions yet again.
#18 - The Art of Secrecy
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/1/2024
As new secrets arise, Ruth is forced to make a tough decision: whether to talk or remain silent. While on a run with Peter, Aaron gathers the courage to try and regain his freedom
#19 - Hot on Their Tail
Season 4 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/7/2024
When The Highest shares his new plan with Ruth, she contemplates expediting her plan of escaping; Marva takes extreme measures to cover her tracks from Ruth.
#20 - The Sunshine
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/13/2025
Ruth realizes that her secret has been proven to be true, as Lacey is finally pushed over the edge. Meanwhile, Dikahn's fate is revealed by The Raku.
#21 - He Lives
Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/3/2025
Ruth is forced to convince The Highest of her pregnancy, while contending with River and Obadiah's attempt to have her removed from power; Heat is murdered, placing Andrew and the other guards on high alert.
#22 - Just Keep Breathing
Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 12/29/2022
Ruth and Marva face off in front of The Highest after Malcolm’s failed escape, Laura and Aaron are granted entry to the compound, and Lacey makes a rash decision.
#23 - Lesson Learned
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 12/22/2022
An injured Brian and Andrew are at odds while tied up, but realize they may need each other in the end if they have any chance of survival.
#24 - Fistful Of Greed
Season 4 - Episode 22 - Aired 4/4/2024
Lewis and George set their plan in motion, there's no turning back now. Meanwhile the FBI agents close in on the compound.
#25 - Sights and Silence
Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/13/2025
The Highest orders Andrew to find Dikahn's killer, River and Obadiah try to capitalize on The Highest's growing vulnerability, and Ruth and Joan attempt to steal from River.