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The Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 1

Every episode of Yellowstone Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Yellowstone Season 1!

Binge this in 7h 47mPeaking at 8.4/10

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,

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 1 - Daybreak
    8.1/10(7280 votes)

    #1 - Daybreak

    S1:E1

    The Dutton family, owners of the largest ranch in Montana, fight ruthlessly to keep their land from the neighboring Indian reservation and the new chief seeking to reclaim it.

    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 2 - Kill the Messenger
    7.8/10(4885 votes)

    #2 - Kill the Messenger

    S1:E2

    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.

    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 3 - No Good Horses
    8.1/10(4603 votes)

    #3 - No Good Horses

    S1:E3

    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.

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  4. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 4 - The Long Black Train
    8.0/10(4332 votes)

    #4 - The Long Black Train

    S1:E4

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

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  5. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 5 - Coming Home
    8.0/10(4161 votes)

    #5 - Coming Home

    S1:E5

    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.

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  6. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 6 - The Remembering
    8.0/10(4021 votes)

    #6 - The Remembering

    S1:E6

    John reveals a family secret to Monica, Jamie ramps up his political career, Beth pushes John too far, Kayce and Rip butt heads, and a new partnership threatens Yellowstone.

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  8. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 7 - A Monster Is Among Us
    8.1/10(3936 votes)

    #7 - A Monster Is Among Us

    S1:E7

    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.

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  9. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 8 - The Unravelling (1)
    8.2/10(3865 votes)

    #8 - The Unravelling (1)

    S1:E8

    A Sheriff’s investigation turns the heat up on Rip. Jamie makes a bold decision about his future and faces the consequences. With the walls closing in, John discovers which family and allies will stand with him and fight.

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  10. Yellowstone Season 1 Episode 9 - The Unravelling (2)
    8.4/10(4146 votes)

    #9 - The Unravelling (2)

    S1:E9

    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.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Daybreak" is the best rated episode of "Yellowstone" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 7280 votes. Directed by Taylor Sheridan and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/20/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Kill the Messenger".