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The Best Episodes of The Righteous Gemstones Season 4

Every episode of The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Righteous Gemstones Season 4!

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The story of a world-famous televangelist family with a history of deviance, greed and, yes, charitable work, all in the name of Jesus.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 1 - Prelude
    8.7/10(1877 votes)

    #1 - Prelude

    S4:E1

    1862. A young scoundrel named Gemstone joins ranks with the Confederates as a preacher, but a case of divine intervention changes the sinner's path for good.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  2. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 2 - You Hurled Me Into the Depths, Into the Very Heart of the Seas
    7.6/10(935 votes)

    #2 - You Hurled Me Into the Depths, Into the Very Heart of the Seas

    S4:E2

    While preparing for a Give-a-Thon in honor of their late mother, the Gemstones reunite with Aimee-Leigh's longtime best friend Lori.

    Director:Jody Hill
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  3. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 3 - To Grieve Like the Rest of Men Who Have No Hope
    7.5/10(775 votes)

    #3 - To Grieve Like the Rest of Men Who Have No Hope

    S4:E3

    When their archrivals encroach on Gemstone territory, Jesse prepares to strike back, while Kelvin receives an honor.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  4. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 4 - He Goeth Before You Into Galilee
    8.2/10(973 votes)

    #4 - He Goeth Before You Into Galilee

    S4:E4

    At the Gemstone family lake house, Baby Billy and the siblings plot to use Aimee-Leigh's memory to tear Eli's new relationship apart – by whatever means necessary.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  5. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 5 - You Shall Remember
    7.6/10(671 votes)

    #5 - You Shall Remember

    S4:E5

    While Lori finds herself in a precarious position, Baby Billy tries to get the greenlight on his latest project. Later, Kelvin and Vance face off.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  6. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 6 - Interlude IV
    7.3/10(707 votes)

    #6 - Interlude IV

    S4:E6

    2002. While recording an album together, Lori turns to Aimee-Leigh for help with her failing marriage.

    Director:David Gordon Green
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley

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  7. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 7 - For Jealousy Is the Rage of a Man
    7.6/10(676 votes)

    #7 - For Jealousy Is the Rage of a Man

    S4:E7

    Eli confronts a dangerous foe. Baby Billy struggles on the set of Teenjus. Judy has monkey problems. Keefe works to get Kelvin out of his tree house.

    Directors:Danny McBride, Jonathan Watson
    Writers:Kevin Barnett, Chris Pappas

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  8. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 8 - On Your Belly You Shall Go
    8.3/10(738 votes)

    #8 - On Your Belly You Shall Go

    S4:E8

    Judy looks to get rid of BJ's new companion as Eli looks for a new path forward.

    Director:Jonathan Watson
    Writers:Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Edi Patterson

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  9. The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 Episode 9 - That Man of God May Be Complete
    8.5/10(974 votes)

    #9 - That Man of God May Be Complete

    S4:E9

    Still reeling from a brush with fate, the Gemstones head to Galilee Gulch, where their faith is put to the ultimate test.

    Director:Danny McBride
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Prelude" is the best rated episode of "The Righteous Gemstones" season 4. It scored 8.7/10 based on 1877 votes. Directed by Danny McBride and written by Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley, it aired on 3/9/2025. This episode is rated 1.1 points higher than the second-best, "You Hurled Me Into the Depths, Into the Very Heart of the Seas".