The Righteous Gemstones: Season 1
The Righteous Gemstones season 1 is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home, and 1 more.
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The Righteous Gemstones season 1 streaming guide
The Righteous Gemstones season 1 (2019) has 9 episodes. In the US, it’s available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The season premiered on August 18, 2019. The last episode aired on October 13, 2019.
Season 1 covers a scandal involving Jesse and his other friends (that are also members of or employees of the church) being recorded doing very ungodly things, as well as an ongoing conflict between Jesse's son Gideon Gemstone and the rest of the family. Also paralleling this larger conflict is the presence of their uncle and Aimee-Leigh's brother, Baby Billy Freeman, and his attempts to revise his musical and religious ministry career.
Season 1 Episodes
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In the US, The Righteous Gemstones season 1 is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. This episode list is updated as new episodes air.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Righteous Gemstones season 1?
The Righteous Gemstones season 1 is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home, and HBO Max. The episode list and Watch links are on this page.
How many episodes does The Righteous Gemstones season 1 have?
The Righteous Gemstones season 1 has 9 episodes; the first episode aired on August 18, 2019.
Where can I watch The Righteous Gemstones season 1 episode 1?
The Righteous Gemstones season 1 episode 1 (“The Righteous Gemstones”) is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home, and HBO Max, along with the rest of the season.
When did The Righteous Gemstones season 1 come out?
The Righteous Gemstones season 1 premiered on August 18, 2019.
What audio and subtitle options does The Righteous Gemstones season 1 have?
Audio and subtitle options for The Righteous Gemstones season 1 depend on the platform; US streaming services usually offer English closed captions (CC).