Tyler Perry's Ruthless

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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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Season 1

24 episodes

S1 E1 · Pilot

Ruth makes a decision that will change her daughter's life forever.

S1 E2 · The Precious Jewel

Brian finds that his new case hits closer to home than he realized.

S1 E3 · The Holy Ground

Tally learns who her true allies are when she shares the truth about the Rakudushiswith Andrew and Ruth.

S1 E4 · Waiting For Tomorrow

Ruth prepares for her new role as an Elder.

S1 E5 · The Chosen

Ruth seeks allies for her secret plans.

S1 E6 · Lost

Ruth begins to enact a plan of escape from the Rakudushis cult. Her plan will prove impossible without forming allies inside the cult. Ruth quickly learns that she is watched at every turn, and the slightest glitch in her behavior could seal her doom.

S1 E7 · The Outsiders

Ruth's loyalty is called into question

S1 E8 · Heaven On Earth

The Highest feels the walls closing around him

S1 E9 · To Be Chosen

Ruth begins to enact a plan of escape from the Rakudushis cult. Her plan will prove impossible without forming allies inside the cult. Ruth quickly learns that she is watched at every turn, and the slightest glitch in her behavior could seal her doom.

S1 E10 · The Closer

Ruth begins to enact a plan of escape from the Rakudushis cult. Her plan will prove impossible without forming allies inside the cult. Ruth quickly learns that she is watched at every turn, and the slightest glitch in her behavior could seal her doom.

S1 E11 · The Devil's Brew

Ruth learns what serving as an Elder in the Rakudushis truly means.

S1 E12 · Wicked Acts

Ruth struggles to gain Dikahn's trust as she secretly schemes.

S1 E13 · Tyler Perry's Ruthless

Tension grows throughout the Compound after a close call with law enforcement.

S1 E14 · The Restful Sleep

Andrew continues to blur the lines between his reality and his undercover persona. While having a hard time dealing with her tragic past, Lynn may have gone back to her old habits.

S1 E15 · On Assignment

Sacrifices must be made to financially save the Rakudushis Compound and the girls will bear the bulk of that load.

S1 E16 · Quid Pro Quo

Andrew's cover is jeopardized after a series of events.

S1 E17 · Unnatural Acts

Zane is tied up and blindfolded while Dikahn is having sex with Ruth as she beats her. Tally turns on Joan and reveals her secret, which leads to Dikahn ordering Joan to the punishment trailer. Andrew plays the tape he recorded of Sarah and Malcolm having sex for Cynthia. Tally and Ruth meet us to discuss the revelation of Joan being the mole for which they’ve been searching.

S1 E18 · Drinking My Scotch

Cynthia is in disbelief as she has finally caught Malcolm and Sarah in their long-standing affair. Ruth shares troubling news with Oliver about what really happens when the girls leave with Lilo. The Highest and River’s relationship grows as Dikahn’s dislike for River grows. Sheriff Conley reviews security footage and sees that Deputy Poke had sex with Melinda in his office. A few Rakudushis members band together to plan an escape.

S1 E19 · The Purge

Andrew is given the hardest task of his life to prove that he stands with the Raku. Ruth and Tally have their eyes on Andrew while Marva has her eyes on them. With Yancy fixing the bus and Lilo paying the compound a visit, trouble will soon follow.

S1 E20 · The Dark Walkers

The Highest suspects that Dikahn is with someone then finds out who it may be. Lilo disrupts the status quo at the compound in several ways. Ruth plans an escape while Brian sneakily tests Lynn for drugs.

S1 E21 · Two Days

Ruth loses favor with The Highest, River covers for Dikhan, Yancy gives Tally an ultimatum, Clark discovers Oliver’s secret, and Cynthia’s confrontation with Malcolm gets heated.

S1 E22 · Into The Woods

Clark gets in trouble with Marva, Cynthia and Lynn find support in each other, Yancy offers assistance to Tally for a price, and The Highest delivers an ominous message to the Rakudushis.

S1 E23 · Live Bait

Ruth’s obedience is tested, Lilo pressures The Highest to expedite a plan, Brian is concerned about the Rakudushi’s deviation from routine, and Andrew confronts Malcolm and Sarah.

S1 E24 · Out Of Time

Andrew reveals that he must kill Sarah as the Rakudushis are testing his loyalty. He comes up with a plan to stage a fake death with the help of Mack. Lacey reveals to Oliver that she was raped by multiple men. The Highest takes River’s advice and decides to lay with Ruth in which they engage in sexual activity. Oliver takes actions into his own hands as he kills Lilo.

Season 2

19 episodes

S2 E1 · The Outhouse

Ruth and The Highest share a secret that The Highest doesn't want anyone to find out. Escape plans are all over the compound but if caught, results could be deadly.

S2 E2 · Over The Barrel

River and Dikahn compete over the affection of The Highest. Ruth is playing it so close to the vest with her plans and Tally isn't sure she can trust Ruth anymore.

S2 E3 · Holding On By A Thread

Dikahn delivers unnerving news to The Highest about his Rakudushis members. Ruth and Tally come to blows over opposing plans of escape. Andrew helps Oliver construct a plan to keep his misdeeds in the dark.

S2 E4 · Duplicity

Yancy deceives Tally after getting what he wanted from her. Tally suspects that Andrew knows her secret and sends Ruth to investigate.

S2 E5 · Agitators

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S2 E6 · Trust No One

Andrew goes to extreme measures to convince Dikahn of his loyalty. William's words could lead him straight to his own demise.

S2 E7 · The Code

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S2 E8 · Small Little Lies

Dikahn and Marva share unpleasant banter about how far Melinda has been allowed to go with Deputy Poke. At Dikahn's behest River attempts to expose Andrew's deceit and prove he's not dedicated to the Raku.

S2 E9 · The Ritual Bath

Andrew and Dikahn report to The Highest that there's more to Andrew and River's fallout. Lacey and Paula seize an opportunity to flee but their plan is thwarted when Elder Agnes steps in.

S2 E10 · My Brother's Keeper

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S2 E11 · Secrets of the Garden

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S2 E12 · Masquerade

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S2 E13 · Evil Deeds

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S2 E14 · Prophecy

The Highest awaits Andrew's return to the compound with much anticipated news after carrying out an order.

S2 E15 · Caged Birds

Joan expresses concern to Ruth when she realizes they don't know where River is.

S2 E16 · Retribution

River tells Ruth what he discovered in the trunk of Lilo's car.

S2 E17 · Into the Woods

Manny catches Zane in a compromising position and uses it to his advantage.

S2 E18 · Precious Armor

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S2 E19 · The Raku Way

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Season 3

22 episodes

S3 E1 · The Calming

Oliver's escape attempt hits a snag, Ruth tries to quiet The Highest's wrath, River brings Joan back to her senses, Dikahn seeks Marva's help, and Andrew finds himself in a standoff.

S3 E2 · Uncharted Territory

Brian tails Sheriff Conley responding to a call, Joan makes a gruesome discovery, Dikahn confronts Ruth about her relationship with The Highest, and Paula and Lacey take desperate measures.

S3 E3 · Prepare the Throne

Paula and Lacey find themselves in a dangerous situation, Ruth works to undermine Marva's authority, The Highest tasks Joan with a new assignment, and Brian gets a shock.

S3 E4 · The Highest to Be

Paula and Lacey face new obstacles, Ruth discovers Marva's culinary secret, and The Highest makes a series of shocking pronouncements.

S3 E5 · Proving Grounds

As pressure mounts for the Rakudushi, The Highest grows paranoid that his subordinates are betraying the cause, while Dikahn begins to catch on to River's financial scheme.

S3 E6 · Punishment and Games

Marva asks to purchase pregnancy tests to keep up with the expecting, but she really wants to keep up with Ruth.

S3 E7 · The Strangers

Andrew is shocked when fellow undercover agent Malcolm arrives with Lynn, River describes The Highest's mounting paranoia and violence, and Ruth needs Joan's help to fake a pregnancy.

S3 E8 · A Masterful Plan

Dikahn once again becomes suspicious of Andrew, after questioning FBI Agent Brian Rollins.

S3 E9 · Does The Highest Know

In an attempt to save himself, Malcolm tells Dikahn the truth about Andrew and Dikahn goes on the hunt for Andrew.

S3 E10 · The Law of Obedience

Lynn struggles to accept the new way of life that she is a part of, but Dikahn has his mind set on making her understand.

S3 E11 · Late Supper

Ruth is searching for Marva. Without her, Ruth knows the Highest will become unstable - more than normal.

S3 E12 · Troubling Revelations

Things fall apart at the Compound as secrets are exposed.

S3 E13 · The Great Escape

Unexpected visitors arrive at the Rakudushis compound.

S3 E14 · Dilapidated

Dikahn and Sheriff Conley team up to try and capture Andrew, while Ruth has The Highest right where she wants him.

S3 E15 · The Pencil Sharpener

After Brian tells Andrew what happened to Lynn, they discuss plans of escape.

S3 E16 · Lesson Learned

An injured Brian and Andrew are at odds while tied up, but realize they may need each other in the end if they have any chance of survival.

S3 E17 · Just Keep Breathing

Ruth and Marva face off in front of The Highest after Malcolm's failed escape, Laura and Aaron are granted entry to the compound, and Lacey makes a rash decision.

S3 E18 · No Mercy

The Highest loses confidence in Dikahn's leadership abilities when Lacey attempts to escape, Lacey's rash decision has serious consequences, and Ruth and River show new recruits Laura and Aaron around the compound.

S3 E19 · When The Tables Turn

Dikahn and Marva are sent to the punishment trailer, Zane acts strangely after earning The Highest's favor through an act of violence, and Laura and Aaron make a surprising disclosure.

S3 E20 · Dance of Punishment

As the friends await word on Mike's condition at the hospital, John gets an unexpected visitor, Alice tries to comfort Pam, and an inconsolable Bill lashes out at Regina.

S3 E21 · Just One More Time

Dikahn is finally set free and Marva continues with her number one mission, to dethrone Ruth.

S3 E22 · Enough Is Enough

Aaron stumbles upon the true ways of the Rakudushis and has major doubts about this being the right place for he and Laura.

Season 4

17 episodes

S4 E1 · A Matter of Time

Mack gets sidelined after his new boss takes over the investigation; Ruth, River and Joan experience distrust while attempting to carry out their plan.

S4 E2 · What's Done in the Dark

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.

S4 E3 · Behind Closed Doors

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.

S4 E4 · Eager Little Flower

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.

S4 E5 · Close Call

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.

S4 E6 · Disappearing Act

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.

S4 E7 · You Have to Play the Game

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.

S4 E8 · Eye for an Eye

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.

S4 E9 · Wicked Intentions

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.

S4 E10 · Tonight Is the Night

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.

S4 E11 · State of Emergency

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.

S4 E12 · The Art of Secrecy

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.

S4 E13 · Keep Fighting

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.

S4 E14 · Now You See Me

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.

S4 E15 · Do or Die

Desiree and Kal formulate a tricky plan after getting outsmarted by The Highest. Lacey gives Laura valuable advice to remain alive.

S4 E16 · 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.

S4 E17 · 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.

Trailers

Tyler Perry’s Ruthless trailer