The Righteous Gemstones
The Righteous Gemstones

The Righteous Gemstones

2025TV ShowEnded4 SeasonsEnglish

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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IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users90%
Director: Danny McBrideGenres: Comedy, Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

The series follows the dysfunctional Gemstone family, a world-famous televangelist clan with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work, all while misdemeaning the scriptures. Patriarch Eli Gemstone and his children Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin continue to lead their massive congregation and expand their empire, facing threats from their past and within their own fractured family.

Critical Reception

The show has been praised for its sharp writing, dark humor, and the cast's comedic performances, particularly McBride, DeVine, and Patterson. Critics have lauded its willingness to explore complex themes of faith, hypocrisy, and family dynamics within a satirical framework, though some have noted its often shocking and R-rated content.

What Reviewers Say

  • Wildly funny and often shocking satire of televangelism and wealthy families.
  • Features stellar comedic performances from its ensemble cast.
  • Explores themes of faith, greed, and dysfunction with a unique, dark edge.

Google audience: Audiences appreciate the show's irreverent humor, the over-the-top characters, and the satirical take on religious institutions. Many enjoy the blend of comedy and drama, finding the Gemstone family's exploits both outrageous and compelling.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for John Goodman.

Fun Fact

The Gemstone Salvation Centers, the charitable arm of the family's ministry, are often portrayed as having questionable effectiveness and are used more for the family's convenience than actual public service.

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Peter89Spencer

Peter89Spencer

It was funny, especially with the crude and obscene humor which you don't expect from a Christian family. Talk about irony! Although the main plot of the show was somewhat disappointing. I was expecting it to be more complex. However,...