Episode 1
A Matter of Time
47m
Mack gets sidelined after his new boss takes over the investigation; Ruth, River and Joan experience distrust while attempting to carry out their plan.
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Tyler Perry's Ruthless
2020TV-MA6 seasons8.3 / 10
A spinoff of "The Oval," follows Ruth Truesdale as she's forced to play nice with a scandalous religious cult of powerful sex crazed fanatics in the hopes of freeing herself and her daughter.
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Synopsis
A spinoff of "The Oval," follows Ruth Truesdale as she's forced to play nice with a scandalous religious cult of powerful sex crazed fanatics in the hopes of freeing herself and her daughter.
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Episode 2
What's Done in the Dark
43m
As Dikahn becomes suspicious of the camp's new guests, Ruth, and River race to keep The Highest alive; Sheriff Conley's indiscretions are jeopardized when new agents arrive in town.
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Episode 3
Behind Closed Doors
52m
Aaron's suspicions grow the longer he stays at the compound; Marva intensifies her dangerous practices on Laura; Ruth and Dikahn are caught in a questionable situation by The Highest.
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Episode 4
Eager Little Flower
53m
The Highest questions Ruth and Dikahn's loyalty; Sheriff Conley informs Dikahn that new FBI agents are in town; Aaron has a strange conversation with Andrew in the punishment trailer.
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Episode 5
Close Call
47m
Aaron's true motives are revealed, but his wife suffers as a result; as Sheriff Conley faces a takeover at the precinct, Andrew persuades The Highest to let him get rid of incriminating evidence.
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Episode 6
Disappearing Act
47m
While on a run for The Highest, Andrew is faced with a whirlwind of trouble; after visiting the children's trailer and learning that it was empty, Ruth grows worried about her daughter's whereabouts.
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Episode 7
You Have to Play the Game
43m
Ruth's plans to escape may be deterred when she learns disturbing news concerning the children; Manny and Lewis have a new difference of opinion when it comes to their belief in the Raku.
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Episode 8
Eye for an Eye
49m
Marva takes advantage of Lacey in the most heinous way possible; when dead bodies are discovered, Mack accuses Brian of being an addict; Aaron's attempt to flee fails miserably.
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Episode 9
Wicked Intentions
50m
The Highest grows uneasy with his current way of stashing the money, and Dikahn formulates a new plan; Marva crafts a wicked plan, creating an uncomfortable situation for one of the woman cult members.
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Episode 10
Tonight Is the Night
49mmid season
The Highest gives Marva permission to move forward with her punishment for Lacey, and she enlists Zane to help her carry it out; Ruth uses the knowledge she has about Lewis to convince him to agree with her demands.
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Episode 11
State of Emergency
53m
When agents search for an important man, everyone in the camp prepare for war. Ruth is skeptical of Peter's big discovery, that could set them free, and Lacey is victim to Marva's wicked intentions yet again.
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Episode 12
The Art of Secrecy
52m
As new secrets arise, Ruth is forced to make a tough decision: whether to talk or remain silent. While on a run with Peter, Aaron gathers the courage to try and regain his freedom.
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Episode 13
Keep Fighting
45m
Deputy Kate attempts to help Aaron, unaware of the possible danger she could face. Ruth makes a pact with Lewis when circumstances speed up their plans to escape.
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Episode 14
Now You See Me
44m
Ruth and River develop a plan to make off with The Highest's money. Joan has a dark solution for River's problem. Desiree and Kal design a scheme to bring down The Highest.
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Episode 15
Do or Die
Desiree and Kal formulate a tricky plan after getting outsmarted by The Highest. Lacey gives Laura valuable advice to remain alive.
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Episode 16
Plan in Action
Mack attempts to warn Sheriff Conley about an FBI tactic to take them both down. Ruth gives Laura sound advice on how to stay alive while at the Rakudushis Compound.
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Episode 17
Crossing the Lines
Ruth teaches Bridgette a valuable lesson when she threatens her. Marva's plan to sabotage Ruth backfires. Malcolm succeeds in getting his way. Peter suffers consequences.
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Episode 18
Hot On Their Tail
37m
When The Highest shares his new plan with Ruth, she contemplates expediting her plan of escaping, and Marva goes to extreme measures to try and cover her tracks from Ruth.
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Episode 19
The Ticking Clock
39m
Aaron's sudden appearance at the sheriff's office has immediate repercussions, Ruth warns the other women that Joan is not to be trusted, and Dikahn makes a surprising discovery.
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Episode 20
Lamb To The Slaughter
43m
Zane and Lacey must go against their morals for the greater good, Dikahn is outsmarted when he turns to River for assistance, and Joan panics that the Highest has uncovered her secret.
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Episode 21
Make Or Break
41m
The Highest raises suspicions about Ruth and Joan but was able to locate the means she needs to escape. The Highest is in jeopardy due to a takeover at the compound.
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Episode 22
Fistful of Greed
Lewis and George set their plan in motion, which leaves Marva and other Rakudushi members in a panic, and FBI agents close in on the compound.
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More about Tyler Perry's Ruthless
Cast
Melissa L. WilliamsRuth Truesdale
Matt CedeñoThe Highest/Tyron Luckett
Lenny ThomasDikhan
Yvonne Senat JonesTally
Baadja-Lyne OdumsMarva
Blue KimbleAndrew
Colin McCallaRiver
Stevie Baggs Jr.OliverCredits
- Created by
- Tyler Perry
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 107
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
BET+United States
Tyler Perry StudiosUnited States
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