The BEST episodes of Yellowstone (2018)

Every episode of Yellowstone (2018) ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Yellowstone (2018)!

Follow the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Led by their patriarch John Dutton, the family defends their property against constant attack by land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first National Park.

Last Updated: 10/11/2024Network: Paramount NetworkStatus: Continuing
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The World Is Purple
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8.32
2318 votes

#1 - The World Is Purple

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/23/2020

John sits down at the negotiating table with former friends and foes. As the battle for the future of the Yellowstone heats up, nothing will ever be the same.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Half the Money
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8.24
2329 votes

#2 - Half the Money

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/7/2021

The coordinated attack on the Duttons continues as everyone searches for answers on who is responsible, and Rip delivers on a promise.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Sins of the Father
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8.18
2590 votes

#3 - Sins of the Father

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/28/2019

The feud with the Becks comes to a head as the Duttons scramble to save one of their own.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Resurrection Day
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8.15
2586 votes

#4 - Resurrection Day

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/7/2019

Tensions escalate as the Beck brothers become frustrated by the Duttons' unwillingness to play ball. Jamie looks for a fresh start. Tate gets his first horse.

Directors: Ben Richardson
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Enemies by Monday
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8.05
2604 votes

#5 - Enemies by Monday

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/21/2019

The Duttons gear up for a final fight with the Becks. Beth helps Monica out of an uncomfortable situation.

Directors: Guy Ferland
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Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
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8.04
2275 votes

#6 - Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/2/2022

To the Duttons, family is everything. But newfound truths threaten that bond. Jimmy comes home, and has important decisions to make. Beth takes family matters into her own hands.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Phantom Pain
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7.99
2192 votes

#7 - Phantom Pain

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/7/2021

Yellowstone recovers and begins planning revenge. Rainwater receives an offer from a newcomer. Rip gets a surprise.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Meaner Than Evil
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7.97
2248 votes

#8 - Meaner Than Evil

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/16/2020

Jamie confronts his past. Rip approaches Kayce about an old problem. The bunkhouse crew looks to defend two of its own.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Watch 'Em Ride Away
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7.95
1970 votes

#9 - Watch 'Em Ride Away

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/4/2022

John tells Clara to cancel his Capitol meetings to brand cattle with the Yellowstone cowboys. Beth's disdain for a perceived rival reaches a boiling point.

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Going Back to Cali
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7.93
2277 votes

#10 - Going Back to Cali

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/12/2020

Beth shares a personal secret with Rip. John and the boys deal with some hostile trespassers from out of state. Rainwater reaches out to a powerful woman to help secure the future of Broken Rock.

Directors: John Dahl
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No Kindness for the Coward
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7.92
2194 votes

#11 - No Kindness for the Coward

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/19/2021

Tensions escalate with the protestors, but Beth has a plan. Jimmy and Emily get closer. Monica and Kayce share a special moment.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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Horses in Heaven
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7.92
1996 votes

#12 - Horses in Heaven

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/27/2022

John makes swift changes at the Capitol; later, he receives some advice from Senator Perry; the venom between Jamie and Beth reaches a boiling point.

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A Knife and No Coin
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7.92
1912 votes

#13 - A Knife and No Coin

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/1/2023

Jamie goes through with his plan. John has a request for Monica and lends support to an unexpected friend. The Yellowstone cowboys embark on a big change. A flashback reveals a source of Rip's loyalty.

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The Sting of Wisdom
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7.91
2137 votes

#14 - The Sting of Wisdom

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/13/2022

As John makes a passionate speech to the state of Montana, a new formidable opponent from Market Equities arrives in Montana on a private jet. The cowboys on the Yellowstone deal with a new problem.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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Tall Drink of Water
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7.91
2035 votes

#15 - Tall Drink of Water

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/20/2022

Beth heads to Salt Lake City to take care of unfinished business, a trap's set for Jamie, Kayce makes an important decision for his family, and Thomas Rainwater deals with mounting pressure.

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Keep the Wolves Close
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7.89
2102 votes

#16 - Keep the Wolves Close

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/12/2021

John is put in an awkward position by Governor Perry. Carter works to earn back Beth’s trust. Jamie is in for a big surprise.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You
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7.89
1294 votes

#17 - Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/11/2022

The Duttons and the Yellowstone enjoy an almost perfect day branding cattle. Montana gets an unexpected visitor from outside. Sarah continues to sink her teeth into Jamie. Rainwater deals with a challenger from within.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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The Unravelling (2)
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7.89
2825 votes

#18 - The Unravelling (2)

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/22/2018

John discovers his true alliances, Rip searches for answers, Jamie's political career is threatened, Beth takes on a new role, and Kayce returns home.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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Behind Us Only Grey
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7.88
2571 votes

#19 - Behind Us Only Grey

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/14/2019

John and Rip seek revenge. Monica ponders the consequences of her living situation. Jimmy clears old debts.

Directors: Ben Richardson
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The Dream Is Not Me
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7.88
1535 votes

#20 - The Dream Is Not Me

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/18/2022

John deals with a problem with his herd. Senator Perry delivers news to Rainwater. Jamie and Sarah plan their next move. The entire Yellowstone enjoys a rare evening of fun together. Beth discusses a new business plan with the ranch in mind.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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All I See Is You
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7.87
2198 votes

#21 - All I See Is You

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/14/2021

John seeks revenge with help from some unexpected allies. Kayce solves a problem with an unconventional method. Beth gives Carter his options. Jimmy prepares for a change.

Directors: Guy Ferland
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I Killed a Man Today
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7.87
2217 votes

#22 - I Killed a Man Today

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/9/2020

Beth continues her battle with Willa Hayes and brings John a lucrative offer. Monica has a harrowing ordeal.

Directors: Guy Ferland
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One Hundred Years Is Nothing
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7.86
2316 votes

#23 - One Hundred Years Is Nothing

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/13/2022

John Dutton is sworn in as Governor of Montana. As John settles into the powers of his new office, he makes bold moves to protect the Yellowstone from his opponents. The bunkhouse and the Duttons enjoy the Governor's ball.

Directors: Stephen Kay
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I Want to Be Him
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7.86
2146 votes

#24 - I Want to Be Him

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/5/2021

Beth confronts her father’s houseguest. Kayce and his family search for a new home. Jamie seeks answers from Garrett. Lloyd loses his cool.

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A Thundering
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7.84
2791 votes

#25 - A Thundering

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/19/2019

Kayce settles into his new role at the ranch. A damaging article threatens to expose John. Rainwater pitches his new plan to the tribal council.

Directors: Ed Bianchi
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