The WORST episodes of Tyler Perry's Ruthless
Every episode of Tyler Perry's Ruthless ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst 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 - 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.
#2 - 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.
#3 - 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.
#4 - 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.
#5 - 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.
#6 - 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.
#7 - 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.
#8 - 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.
#9 - 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.
#10 - 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
#11 - 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.
#12 - 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.
#13 - 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.
#14 - 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.
#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 - Make or Break
Season 4 - Episode 21 - Aired 3/28/2024
The Highest raises suspicions about Ruth and Joan, but is able to find the means of escape; The Highest is in jeopardy due to a takeover at the compound.
#17 - 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.
#18 - 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.
#19 - 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.
#20 - What’s Done in the Dark
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/20/2023
Ruth and River try to revive The Highest, Malcolm beg Dikahn for mercy, Marva and Zane serve Aaron and Laura a special meal, and Sheriff Conley gets a visit from the FBI
#21 - A Matter of Time
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/20/2023
Mack’s new boss takes over the Rakudushi case, Andrew plans to prove his loyalty to The Highest, and Ruth, River, and Joan’s escape attempt could have deadly consequences.
#22 - Enough Is Enough
Season 3 - Episode 22 - Aired 2/2/2023
Aaron stumbles upon the true ways of the Rakudushis and has major doubts about this being the right place for he and Laura.
#23 - Just One More Time
Season 3 - Episode 21 - Aired 1/26/2023
Zane tries to save Marva from The Highest wrath, Manny finds unexpected help for his injury, Dikahn is finally set free, and Laura confides in Joan about her rocky marriage.
#24 - Dance and Punishment
Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 1/19/2023
Ruth warns Marva of Zane's intent to gain The Highest's favor.
#25 - When The Tables Turn
Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 1/12/2023
Dikahn and Marva are sent to the punishment trailer, Zane acts strangely after earning The Highest’s favor through an act of violence, and Laura and Aaron make a surprising disclosure.