Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness

10 Best Episodes of Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - Season 1

A zoo owner spirals out of control amid a cast of eccentric characters in this true murder-for-hire story from the underworld of big cat breeding.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E8

#8 - The Tiger King and I (Season 1 - Episode 8)

In this aftershow, Joel McHale talks with Jeff, Saff, Erik and more to get their reactions to the series, their portrayals and their new fame

The episode was rated 6.22 from 568 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E1

#7 - Not Your Average Joe (Season 1 - Episode 1)

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Meet Joe Exotic, the gun-toting operator of an Oklahoma big cat park. He’s been accused of hiring someone to murder his chief rival, Carole Baskin.

The episode was rated 7.18 from 1225 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E6

#6 - The Noble Thing to Do (Season 1 - Episode 6)

James Garretson makes a shocking claim about Joe, leading to FBI involvement. Desperation sets in for Joe, who thinks Jeff and James have set him up.

The episode was rated 7.30 from 921 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E2

#5 - Cult of Personality (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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Subjected to long hours, little (or no) pay and the whims of eccentric bosses: are big cat park employees just cogs in a web of personality cults?

The episode was rated 7.35 from 1070 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E4

#4 - Playing with Fire (Season 1 - Episode 4)

Joe ramps up his efforts to become an internet and TV star, but a mysterious fire and lawsuit threaten his plans β€” until an angel investor appears.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 964 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E5

#3 - Make America Exotic Again (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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As Joe dives into politics, he deals with turmoil and tragedy in his personal life. Meanwhile, the dynamics at the park change with the new owners.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 942 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E3

#2 - The Secret (Season 1 - Episode 3)

An incident in Carole's past casts her in a suspicious light, and while she maintains her innocence, Joe is all too happy to point the finger at her.

The episode was rated 7.43 from 1013 votes.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness - S1E7

#1 - Dethroned (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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Joe faces the music in the courtroom but insists the story is far from over. Jeff’s business prospects crumble. Former G.W. Zoo workers try to move on.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 906 votes.

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