The BEST episodes of Tyler Perry's Ruthless

#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 - The Agronytes

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/7/2026

#4 - 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.

#5 - Going to Battle

Season 5 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/10/2025

The Highest proposes a cruel battle for River; Marva and the ladies prepare for a morose final step; the FBI brings in a negotiator to finally make headway in their investigation.

#6 - 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.

#7 - The Song

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/13/2025

Dikahn's fate pushes The Highest into a manic spiral, and his visions are too close to home, resulting in a battle for control between Ruth, River, and Obadiah.

#8 - 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.

#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 - 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.

#11 - 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.

#12 - 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.

#13 - 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.

#14 - 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.

#15 - 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.

#16 - 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.

#17 - 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.

#18 - 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.

#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 - 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.

#21 - 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.

#22 - 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

#23 - Keep Fighting

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/1/2024

Deputy Kate attempts to help Aaron, unaware of the possible danger she could face. Ruth makes a pact with Lewis when circumstances speed up their plans to escape.

#24 - Now You See Me

Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/8/2024

Ruth and River create a plan to find The Highest's money, while Aaron manages to pull a fast one on Peter. Meanwhile, Desiree and Kal design a scheme that will finally bring in The Highest.

#25 - Lamb to the Slaughter

Season 4 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/21/2024

When given a task, Zane and Lacey must go against their morals for the greater good; Dikahn reaches out to River for assistance, only for it to backfire horribly.