The BEST episodes of Yellowstone (2018) season 1

Every episode of Yellowstone (2018) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Yellowstone (2018) season 1!

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 Unravelling (2)
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7.89
2825 votes

#1 - 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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Daybreak
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7.82
3755 votes

#2 - Daybreak

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/20/2018

John Dutton, patriarch of a Montana ranching family and owner of the largest ranch in the U.S., fights to defend his land and his family from the modern-day forces that threaten his way of life; land developers, an Indian reservation and America's first National Park.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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The Unravelling (1)
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7.76
2896 votes

#3 - The Unravelling (1)

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/15/2018

Rip faces a sheriff's investigation after his accident with the tourists, Jamie's political future comes into question, and Beth goes after Dan's finances.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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The Remembering
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7.75
2947 votes

#4 - The Remembering

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/1/2018

A new partnership threatens John and the Yellowstone. Jamie ramps up his political campaign. Rip confronts Kayce about cleaning up his messes.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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Coming Home
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7.74
2975 votes

#5 - Coming Home

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/25/2018

As Kayce feels the heat from tribal police, Jamie works some legal magic. Rip recruits a new cowboy for the ranch, and a beaten-down Jimmy begins to find some respect. John makes a play to keep Kayce and Monica close to home.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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A Monster Is Among Us
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7.74
2907 votes

#6 - A Monster Is Among Us

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/8/2018

Rip stumbles upon a dangerous and dire situation. A plan is set in motion designed to squeeze John Dutton and threaten his way of life. Monica begins a tough recovery.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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No Good Horses
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7.72
3123 votes

#7 - No Good Horses

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/11/2018

The Duttons deal with a painful family anniversary. Kayce saves a young girl from danger. Jamie and Beth plan their respective political careers. Rainwater makes an ominous threat to the Dutton legacy.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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The Long Black Train
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7.70
3136 votes

#8 - The Long Black Train

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/18/2018

A secret about John comes to the surface. Beth shows Jenkins a rough night out. Quality time with Tate leads to a close call.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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Kill the Messenger
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7.66
3244 votes

#9 - Kill the Messenger

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/27/2018

As the dust settles from the shootout, the Duttons deal with the potential repercussions. John calls in a favor and collects on some old debts. Jamie meets with the governor to do damage control.

Directors: Taylor Sheridan
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