Series synopsis
The Righteous Gemstones is an American comedy drama television series that premiered on HBO on August 18, 2019. It ended on May 4, 2025. It was created by Danny McBride. It stars Danny McBride, Adam Devine, Edi Patterson and John Goodman.
The story of a world-famous televangelist family with a history of deviance, greed and, yes, charitable work, all in the name of Jesus.
Premise
The story of a world-famous televangelist family with a history of deviance, greed and, yes, charitable work, all in the name of Jesus.
Premise: Raising holy hell one last time.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Danny McBride as Jesse Gemstone
- Adam Devine as Kelvin Gemstone
- Edi Patterson as Judy Gemstone
- John Goodman as Eli Gemstone
- Cassidy Freeman as Amber Gemstone
- Tony Cavalero as Keefe Chambers
- Tim Baltz as Benjamin Jason 'BJ' Barnes
- Skyler Gisondo as Gideon Gemstone
Supporting cast
- Walton Goggins as Baby Billy Freeman
- Gregory Alan Williams as Martin Imari
- Jennifer Nettles as Aimee-Leigh Gemstone
Guest cast
- Kelton DuMont as Pontius Gemstone
- Gavin Munn as Abraham Gemstone
- Jana Allen as Kelly Seasons
- Marla Maples as Gay Nancy
- Eric André as Lyle Lissons
- Jeremy T. Thomas as Harmon Freeman
- Jason Schwartzman as Thaniel Block
- Victor Williams as Makawon Butterfield
- Lily Sullivan as KJ
- Christian Goins as Orphan
- Kristen Johnston as May-May Montgomery
- Stephen Dorff as Vance Simkin
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 36 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 9 | August 18, 2019 | October 13, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 9 | January 9, 2022 | February 27, 2022 |
| Season 3 | 9 | June 18, 2023 | July 30, 2023 |
| Season 4 | 9 | March 9, 2025 | May 4, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Righteous Gemstones 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. |
August 18, 2019 |
| 2 |
Is This the Man Who Made the Earth Tremble 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. |
August 25, 2019 |
| 3 |
They Are Weak, But He Is Strong 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. |
September 1, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
I Speak in the Tongues of Men and Angels As Jesse eyes a business opportunity with an Evangelical couple on the rise, the media cracks down on a fellow preacher. Meanwhile, Eli reconnects with a figure from his mysterious past. |
January 9, 2022 |
| 2 |
After I Leave, Savage Wolves Will Come After doubling-down on their efforts to invest in Zion’s Landing, Jesse and Amber scramble for the cash. Meanwhile, Eli’s attempts to dodge a big-city reporter spell doom for the Gemstones. |
January 9, 2022 |
| 3 |
For He Is a Liar and the Father of Lies The Gemstone siblings seek to pull back the curtain on their father’s past. Eli shares a hard truth, and Kelvin grapples with an unruly God Squad. |
January 16, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
For I Know the Plans I Have for You In the wake of their father’s semi-retirement, Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin must deal with dwindling attendance – and donations. Later, Eli is visited by another figure from his past. |
June 18, 2023 |
| 2 |
But Esau Ran to Meet Him Eli does his best to smooth over relations with the Montgomery boys after a visit to their doomsday prepper compound. Back at the Salvation Center, the siblings face off against the Board of Ministers. |
June 18, 2023 |
| 3 |
For Their Nakedness Is Your Own Nakedness Tired of life in the lap of luxury, Baby Billy pursues a new vocation as gameshow host. The Gemstones host a cousins’ night for Karl and Chuck. |
June 25, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Prelude 1862. A young scoundrel named Gemstone joins ranks with the Confederates as a preacher, but a case of divine intervention changes the sinner's path for good. |
March 9, 2025 |
| 2 |
You Hurled Me into the Depths, into the Very Heart of the Seas While preparing for a Give-a-Thon in honor of their late mother, the Gemstones reunite with Aimee-Leigh's longtime best friend Lori. |
March 16, 2025 |
| 3 |
To Grieve Like the Rest of Men Who Have No Hope When their archrivals encroach on Gemstone territory, Jesse prepares to strike back, while Kelvin receives an honor. |
March 23, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | HBO |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 18, 2019 |
| Last aired | May 4, 2025 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 22:00:00 |