The essential episodes of The Righteous Gemstones
Watch these 15 in order and you've got The Righteous Gemstones — each pick states its reason.
- 01
Upon returning from a baptism marathon in China, Jesse receives a video from blackmailers seeking to sully his reputation. Eli moves forward with plans to expand the Gemstone empire as he continues to mourn his late wife.
- 02
But the Righteous Will See Their Fall
Jesse deals with the fallout of the dramatic events of Easter Sunday. Judy attempts to win back BJ after receiving some harsh words from Baby Billy. Kelvin has a crisis of faith.
- 03
I Speak in the Tongues of Men and Angels
As Jesse eyes a business opportunity with an Evangelical couple on the rise, the media cracks down on a fellow preacher. Meanwhile, Eli reconnects with a figure from his mysterious past.
- 04
After I Leave, Savage Wolves Will Come
After doubling-down on their efforts to invest in Zion’s Landing, Jesse and Amber scramble for the cash. Meanwhile, Eli’s attempts to dodge a big-city reporter spell doom for the Gemstones.
- 05
For He Is a Liar and the Father of Lies
The Gemstone siblings seek to pull back the curtain on their father’s past. Eli shares a hard truth, and Kelvin grapples with an unruly God Squad.
- 06
As to How They Might Destroy Him
Still reeling from their father’s revelation, Kelvin and Jesse conspire to put Eli in his place. As BJ’s baptism approaches, Judy clashes with her in-laws, while Baby Billy struggles with his own growing family.
- 07
Never Avenge Yourselves, But Leave It to the Wrath of God
After surviving a harrowing attack, Jesse takes matters into his own hands. Eli attempts to make amends, while Kelvin struggles to control his flock.
- 08
And Infants Shall Rule Over Them
With Eli temporarily out of the picture, the Gemstone siblings are left to quarrel over who’s in charge – until some wise words help pave a way forward. As Tiffany tracks down Baby Billy, Gideon faces his future.
- 09
While the Gemstones celebrate the launch of Zion’s Landing, Baby Billy faces a chance to embrace fatherhood.
- 10
For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness
Tired of life in the lap of luxury, Baby Billy pursues a new vocation as gameshow host. The Gemstones host a cousins’ night for Karl and Chuck.
- 11
I Have Not Come to Bring Peace, But a Sword
While Jesse prepares for his initiation into a prestigious secret society, Judy fends off unwanted attention, and Kelvin handles rumors about Keefe. Later, Baby Billy makes an impossible promise.
- 12
Burn for Burn, Wound for Wound, Stripe for Stripe
After decades of animosity, tensions between the Montgomerys and the Gemstones finally come to a head. As Eli faces an impossible decision, Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin prepare to meet their maker.
- 13
I Will Take You by the Hand and Keep You
The Gemstone siblings reconnect with their loved ones… and each other. As the Montgomery militia fractures from within, Chuck weighs his options, while Peter hatches a new plan.
- 14
Judy looks to get rid of BJ's new companion as Eli looks for a new path forward.
- 15
That Man of God May Be Complete
Still reeling from a brush with fate, the Gemstones head to Galilee Gulch, where their faith is put to the ultimate test.
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