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Raising holy hell one last time.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Righteous Gemstones is available to stream on HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, Max (Via Amazon Prime), and YouTube TV in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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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Episode 1
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.
Directed by Danny McBrideWritten by Danny McBrideGuest stars Jennifer Nettles, Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Jana Allen, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose, James DuMont
Episode 2
After discovering Amber, Pontius and Abraham reminiscing about an estranged family member, Jesse tasks his friends with acquiring surveillance footage that could explain the strange events of the night before.
Directed by David Gordon GreenWritten by Danny McBrideGuest stars Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose, James DuMont, Scott MacArthur
Episode 3
Aimee-Leigh's elderly brother Baby Billy returns to the Gemstone ministry, bringing along his much younger wife Tiffany. Jesse closes ranks on his co-conspirators to root out the identity of his blackmailers.
Directed by David Gordon GreenWritten by Danny McBride, John CarcieriGuest stars Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Jana Allen, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose, James DuMont, Dermot Mulroney
Episode 4
Judy and Martin take Gideon behind-the scenes of the Gemstone enterprise. Eli tasks Kelvin with doing a “satanic sweep” for Dot, the rebellious teen daughter of the church’s biggest donors. Jesse and his friends are thrown for a loop when Chad’s wife finds some disturbing emails.
Directed by Jody HillWritten by Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff FradleyGuest stars Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Marla Maples, Mary Hollis Inboden, Jennifer Hazelip, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose
Episode 5
In 1989, young Jesse, Judy and Baby Billy each deal with the news that Aimee-Leigh is pregnant in their own unique way, while Eli looks to grow his family’s prospects.
Directed by David Gordon GreenWritten by Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff FradleyGuest stars Jennifer Nettles, Jeremy T. Thomas, M. Emmet Walsh
Episode 6
Jealous of Kelvin’s rising star, Judy seeks her moment in the spotlight under Baby Billy’s tutelage. Jesse procures a key piece of evidence he hopes will lead to the blackmailers.
Directed by Jody HillWritten by Danny McBride, Grant DeKernion, Edi PattersonGuest stars Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Jana Allen, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose, James DuMont, Dermot Mulroney
Episode 7
Eli informs Jesse, Kelvin and Judy that they’ll each need to be front and center for Easter Sunday service, their biggest telecast of the year. Judy’s deference to Baby Billy threatens her relationship with BJ and with her family.
Directed by Jody HillWritten by Danny McBride, Kevin Barnett, Chris PappasGuest stars Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Marla Maples, Mary Hollis Inboden, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose, James DuMont
Episode 8
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.
Directed by David Gordon GreenWritten by Danny McBride, Kevin Barnett, Chris PappasGuest stars Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Mary Hollis Inboden, Jennifer Hazelip, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan, J. LaRose, James DuMont
Episode 9
Eli questions his children's future in the Gemstone ministry. Jesse struggles to keep his marriage together. Judy opens up to BJ about her past. A disillusioned Kelvin embraces his dark side. Season One Finale.
Directed by Jody HillWritten by Danny McBride, John Carcieri, Jeff FradleyGuest stars Jennifer Nettles, Kelton DuMont, Gavin Munn, Marla Maples, Mary Hollis Inboden, Jennifer Hazelip, Jody Hill, Troy Hogan
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Danny McBrideJesse Gemstone
Adam DevineKelvin Gemstone
Edi PattersonJudy Gemstone
John GoodmanEli Gemstone
Cassidy FreemanAmber Gemstone
Tony CavaleroKeefe Chambers
Tim BaltzBenjamin Jason 'BJ' Barnes
Skyler GisondoGideon Gemstone
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