The essential episodes of 1883

Watch these 10 in order and you've got 1883 — each pick states its reason.

  1. 01

    S01E01 · Pilot · December 19, 2021 · 1h 7m

    18838.0

    The Dutton family embarks on a journey west through the last bastion of untamed America. James arrives in Texas, where he and his family prepare to make their way through The Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity.

  2. 02

    S01E02 · Top rated · December 19, 2021 · 59m

    Behind Us, A Cliff8.2

    Thomas and Shea recruit James and some local cowboys to corral a herd of cattle. As they begin their journey, the caravan is confronted with some of the many dangers they will face along the way.

  3. 03

    S01E03 · Top rated · December 26, 2021 · 44m

    River7.8

    James butts heads with Shea and Thomas about an important decision. Tensions rise in camp when an accusation is made. Elsa begins a flirtation with a cowboy.

  4. 04

    S01E04 · Top rated · January 9, 2022 · 55m

    The Crossing7.6

    The group faces the harrowing task of crossing the river with their wagons and supplies. Thomas and Noemi grow closer.

  5. 05

    S01E05 · Top rated · January 16, 2022 · 56m

    The Fangs of Freedom8.3

    Shea and Thomas cope with the aftermath of the river crossing, but there is little time to grieve and no shortage of challenges ahead. Elsa and Ennis share a romantic moment.

  6. 06

    S01E06 · Top rated · January 30, 2022 · 51m

    Boring The Devil7.4

    Shea helps Elsa cope with her loss. The group crosses another river and prepares to enter Indian territory. Thomas buys Noemi a gift.

  7. 07

    S01E07 · Top rated · February 6, 2022 · 53m

    Lightning Yellow Hair8.1

    Elsa makes an unlikely friend. The group faces a harrowing challenge from mother nature. The camp searches for one of their own.

  8. 08

    S01E08 · Top rated · February 13, 2022 · 55m

    The Weep of Surrender7.4

    Elsa makes a big decision. Shea faces doubts as winter looms.

  9. 09

    S01E09 · Top rated · February 20, 2022 · 56m

    Racing Clouds8.1

    A misunderstanding leads to a battle with serious consequences.

  10. 10

    S01E10 · Series finale · February 27, 2022 · 1h 5m

    This Is Not Your Heaven8.4

    James and Margaret face a heavy decision. Shea and Thomas take bold action to help one of their own.

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