The worst episodes of Tiger King

Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.

  1. 01

    S01E08 · April 12, 2020 · 44m

    The Tiger King and I4.7

    In this aftershow, Joel McHale talks with Jeff, Saff, Erik and more to get their reactions to the series, their portrayals and their new fame

  2. 02

    S02E05 · November 17, 2021 · 44m

    Stark Raving Mad6.5

    Tim vows to stand his ground. Jeff goes to bat for Joe, but one last stunning claim from a familiar face turns the story on its head yet again.

  3. 03

    S02E02 · November 17, 2021 · 40m

    The Carole Diaries6.6

    Renewed interest in Don's disappearance leads authorities, journalists and his children to investigate how, when -- and even if -- he was killed.

  4. 04

    S01E06 · March 20, 2020 · 44m

    The Noble Thing to Do6.8

    James Garretson makes a shocking claim about Joe, leading to FBI involvement. Desperation sets in for Joe, who thinks Jeff and James have set him up.

  5. 05

    S02E04 · November 17, 2021 · 43m

    The Lyin' King6.8

    Jeff goes on the defensive when acquaintances and former associates accuse him of misdeeds. Meanwhile, Tim faces legal issues in Indiana.

  6. 06

    S01E07 · March 20, 2020 · 41m

    Dethroned6.9

    Joe faces the music in the courtroom but insists the story is far from over. Jeff’s business prospects crumble. Former G.W. Zoo workers try to move on.

  7. 07

    S02E01 · November 17, 2021 · 42m

    Beg Your Pardon6.9

    With Joe in prison, others from the series seek to capitalize on their fame. Meanwhile, a team forms to press Donald Trump for a presidential pardon.

  8. 08

    S01E01 · March 20, 2020 · 48m

    Not Your Average Joe7.0

    Meet Joe Exotic, the gun-toting operator of an Oklahoma big cat park. He’s been accused of hiring someone to murder his chief rival, Carole Baskin.

  9. 09

    S01E03 · March 20, 2020 · 46m

    The Secret7.1

    An incident in Carole's past casts her in a suspicious light, and while she maintains her innocence, Joe is all too happy to point the finger at her.

  10. 10

    S01E04 · March 20, 2020 · 45m

    Playing with Fire7.1

    Joe ramps up his efforts to become an internet and TV star, but a mysterious fire and lawsuit threaten his plans — until an angel investor appears.

  11. 11

    S02E03 · November 17, 2021 · 43m

    Bounty Hunting7.1

    Don's daughters escalate their efforts to learn more about their father's fate. Carole's version of events faces further scrutiny.

  12. 12

    S01E05 · March 20, 2020 · 43m

    Make America Exotic Again7.2

    As Joe dives into politics, he deals with turmoil and tragedy in his personal life. Meanwhile, the dynamics at the park change with the new owners.

  13. 13

    S01E02 · March 20, 2020 · 47m

    Cult of Personality7.3

    Subjected to long hours, little (or no) pay and the whims of eccentric bosses: are big cat park employees just cogs in a web of personality cults?

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