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Joshua 'J' Cody is a fictional character portrayed by Finn Cole in the TV series Animal Kingdom.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 20 years old.
They appear in all 75 aired episodes and have accumulated 80022 positive votes.
The character of Joshua 'J' Cody is mainly associated with Andrew 'Pope' Cody, Deran Cody and Craig Cody.

Joshua 'J' Cody

by Finn Cole

character

Episodes75

  • 8
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    Pilot

    episode S1.E1 june 2016
    A 17-year-old boy moves in with his grandmother and uncles in their Southern California beach town after his mother ODs.
  • 8
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    We Don't Hurt People

    episode S1.E2 june 2016
    The Codys must deal with the aftermath of the heist as they discover all did not go as planned. Smurf dispatches her boys to tie up loose ends, but her efforts are complicated by Baz and Pope's growing rivalry. As Pope gets increasingly volatile, J finds himself in the middle.
  • 8
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    Stay Close, Stick Together

    episode S1.E3 june 2016
    While Craig recovers from a wound, Baz and Craig deal with some old associates down in Mexico. Meanwhile, strapped for cash, Pope takes charge and ropes Deran and J into a job without Smurf's knowledge. Threatened by J's participation, Deran sends him a terrifying message.
  • 8
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    Dead to Me

    episode S1.E4 june 2016
    As the boys gear up for Pope's birthday, Smurf wants to know if they're playing by her rules. J learns more about his mother's estrangement from the family.
  • 8
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    Flesh Is Weak

    episode S1.E5 july 2016
    Pope goes to extreme measures to bring Deran home.
  • 8.1
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    Child Care

    episode S1.E6 july 2016
    Smurf tries to keep the family intact when Pope tests positive for drugs; Baz convinces his brother to rob a house as part of his plan; J faces a moral dilemma.
  • 8.3
    /10

    Goddamn Animals

    episode S1.E7 july 2016
    Craig and Deran throw a party as Smurf handles unfinished business. Meanwhile, Baz is forced to accelerate his timetable as he finalizes his big scheme, and J makes a perilous error.
  • 8.3
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    Man In

    episode S1.E8 july 2016
    Tensions soar as the Codys prepare for their big heist. Also, Catherine gets a shock and must make a big family decision, and the police put pressure on J.
  • 8.9
    /10

    Judas Kiss

    episode S1.E9 august 2016
    The Codys aim for the biggest score of their lives as the cops put J in an impossible position. Meanwhile, Catherine arrives to make amends, raising Smurf's suspicions in the process, and Pope is enlisted to investigate.
  • 9
    /10

    What Have You Done

    episode S1.E10 august 2016
    While Pope and Smurf try to keep Baz from figuring out the truth about Catherine, the money from their Camp Pendleton heist comes through. But there are bigger problems within the Cody Gang.
  • 8.1
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    Eat What You Kill

    episode S2.E1 may 2017
    After a risky heist misfires, the boys blame Smurf sending shock waves through the family. Baz copes with being a single parent and Deran makes plans for the future.
  • 8
    /10

    Karma

    episode S2.E2 june 2017
    The boys scope out a new job while Smurf adjusts to being out of the loop. Deran asks Pope and Craig to help him make some quick cash. Baz looks into Catherine's disappearance.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Bleed for It

    episode S2.E3 june 2017
    Smurf takes J to the desert for an old friend's wake; Baz visits Lucy in Mexico; Pope bonds with Amy from the megachurch while babysitting Lena; Deran considers what he will risk to get a liquor license for the bar.
  • 8.2
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    Broken Boards

    episode S2.E4 june 2017
    The bar is set to open but Deran worries about telling Smurf about it. Pope and Amy go on a date.
  • 8.6
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    Forgive Us Our Trespasses

    episode S2.E5 june 2017
    The guys spin into motion the megachurch heist but Craig has second thoughts. Javi pays Smurf a surprise visit.
  • 8.9
    /10

    Cry Havoc

    episode S2.E6 july 2017
    Javi puts pressure on Smurf so she enlists J for help. Baz faces a secret that was kept hidden by Catherine.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Dig

    episode S2.E7 july 2017
    The guys contemplate how far they'll go to help Smurf eliminate Javi. A shaken Nicky and J inch closer together.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Grace

    episode S2.E8 july 2017
    The police put pressure on Amy to find the truth about the church robbery and Pope tries to divert suspicion. Craig plans an unusual heist. Baz surveils Smurf to find out her secrets.
  • 8.2
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    Custody

    episode S2.E9 august 2017
    When Baz bows out of the yacht heist, Craig and Deran consider their options. Meanwhile, Baz recruits J for a more personal job.
  • 8.6
    /10

    Treasure

    episode S2.E10 august 2017
    Craig leads the guys and Nicky in pirating a yacht as Smurf investigates who robbed her.
  • 8.6
    /10

    The Leopard

    episode S2.E11 august 2017
    Deran and Craig get mixed up in Marco's scheme. Pope cracks up. Smurf finds out who robbed her and makes Jay an Offer. Baz continues with his plan for Smurf.
  • 8.8
    /10

    You Will Be Gutted

    episode S2.E12 august 2017
    Baz makes his move to run the family while Smurf is in jail but his brothers have other plans.
  • 9.1
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    Betrayal

    episode S2.E13 august 2017
    When Smurf realizes she may be in jail a lot longer than expected she pits her sons against one another, the consequences be damned.
  • 8.5
    /10

    The Killing

    episode S3.E1 may 2018
    Baz clings to life as Cody and the boys determine their next move following the shooting. Smurf gets some surprising news while in jail.
  • 8.2
    /10

    In the Red

    episode S3.E2 june 2018
    J struggles to keep the family business afloat; Deran makes some moves on his own; Pope learns parenting on-the-fly while caring for Lena; Craig makes enemies in Mexico.
  • 8.2
    /10

    The Center Will Hold

    episode S3.E3 june 2018
    Smurf navigates prison politics. J keeps the family business afloat by bringing in the Cody boys. Nicky finds herself in trouble when she tries to impress an old friend.
  • 8.6
    /10

    Wolves

    episode S3.E4 june 2018
    Cody and the boys pull off a heist without Smurf or Baz, and receive unexpected guests waiting for them when they return. Smurf demands that J tighten up the operation while she deals with problems of her own in jail.
  • 8
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    Prey

    episode S3.E5 june 2018
    Deran gets to know his father, Billy, and helps J with a dilemma. Pearce closes in on Smurf's laundering operation. Craig uncovers a secret that sends him to Smurf. Nicky must decide whether she belongs in the Cody family or not.
  • 8.1
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    Broke from the Box

    episode S3.E6 july 2018
    J tries to make his relationship with Nicky work as he faces pressure from Smurf to clean up loose ends. Craig gathers the boys to defend the Codys' reputation in town when outsiders move in on their territory. Billy gives Deran an idea for a job.
  • 8.2
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    Low Man

    episode S3.E7 july 2018
    Deran leads the charge in planning the weed heist. Lucy calls Pope down to Mexico for some intel on Baz's murder. J reaches a breaking point with Smurf. Craig learns more about Billy's girlfriend Frankie.
  • 8.6
    /10

    Incoming

    episode S3.E8 july 2018
    The weed heist goes awry and leaves J and Deran stranded. Pope and Billy butt heads as Craig tries to keep the peace between them. Smurf learns about what J has been hiding from her since she's been away.
  • 8.1
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    Libertad

    episode S3.E9 july 2018
    A decision from Deran's past comes back to haunt him. J works to get back into Smurf's good graces as she tries to take away his control over the family business. Billy uses his past with Smurf to his advantage.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Off the Tit

    episode S3.E10 july 2018
    Billy pressures the family to give him what he is owed. Craig has a surprise meeting that makes him reconsider his future. Smurf comes to the boys with a proposal as they struggle to hold on to the freedom they had while she was in jail.
  • 8.9
    /10

    Jackpot

    episode S3.E11 august 2018
    Smurf enlists the boys into a surprise job that has devastating consequences. Pope is forced to confront the truth about Baz's murder. J steps p for the family in an unexpected way,
  • 8.6
    /10

    Homecoming

    episode S3.E12 august 2018
    The Cody Family Pick Up The Pieces From Their Showdown With Lucy. Smurf Becomes Determined To Reel Pope Back In At Any Cost. J Goes To Extreme Lengths To Protect A Secret
  • 8.9
    /10

    The Hyenas

    episode S3.E13 august 2018
    J realizes the dangers of balancing his role in the family against his personal ambitions. Frankie opens up new doors for Craig. Smurf offers the boys the independence they been asking for but it doesn't come free.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Janine

    episode S4.E1 may 2019
    The Codys pull off a risky robbery. Smurf and Pope remain at odds even as Pope finds a new outlet for his anger. Deran involves Adrian in the family business, and J tests the waters of his new identity outside the family.
  • 8
    /10

    Angela

    episode S4.E2 june 2019
    J reconsiders his relationship with Smurf after he gets bad news about Morgan's death. Frankie lures Craig with the promise of another big score. The arrival of an old family friend surprises Pope.
  • 8
    /10

    Man vs. Rock

    episode S4.E3 june 2019
    Craig feels the pressure of pulling off Frankie's increasingly complicated job; J grows frustrated with Mia; Deran tries to get Pope out of the house; Smurf decides she needs answers.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Tank

    episode S4.E4 june 2019
    The Cody boys are thrown by Smurf's increasingly unnerving behavior as she shows up in unexpected places. J realizes he needs to set his own plans in motion if he wants to lead the family. Deran gets disturbing news from an old friend; and Pope struggles to resist the advances of Angela.
  • 8.1
    /10

    Reap

    episode S4.E5 june 2019
    Pope learns disturbing details about where Smurf has been, and the revelation puts Angela's spot in the house in jeopardy. Adrian's return to Oceanside leads to a confrontation with Deran, as J lays the groundwork for a new job.
  • 8.3
    /10

    Into the Black

    episode S4.E6 july 2019
    Smurf learns of a new threat to the family. Craig tracks down Frankie. Deran makes a dangerous decision so he can protect Adrian.
  • 8.1
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    Know Thy Enemy

    episode S4.E7 july 2019
    J gains favor with Smurf as he puts together the plan for a new job. Angela learns more about what Smurf has been hiding. Craig explores his new relationship with Renn. Pope struggles with his changing role in the family.
  • 9.2
    /10

    Ambo

    episode S4.E8 july 2019
    The Codys head out for a big job, even though smurf is nowhere to be found, as J assumes a leadership position in a risky heist.
  • 8.3
    /10

    SHTF

    episode S4.E9 july 2019
    J faces the consequences of his missteps with Mia, Pope worries about Smurfs dissapearance, while Smurf visits someone from her past. Craig grows frustrated with Deran's secrecy after Deran recruits him for a dangerous assignment.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Exit Strategy

    episode S4.E10 july 2019
    Smurf orders the Cody boys to plan a dangerous job while she orchestrates an elaborate party at the house. J tries to ally himself with Pope, but learns he's in way over his head. Craig responds to a challenge to his newly formed family with Renn.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Julia

    episode S4.E11 august 2019
    Pope grows suspicious of J when Angela reveals the circumstances of her disappearance. As the threats against Adrian loom larger, Deran scrambles to find a way out. Craig navigates new complications in his his relationship with Renn.
  • 9.5
    /10

    Ghosts

    episode S4.E12 august 2019
    The Cody family sets off on Smurf's mysterious heist, unaware of the surprises that await them when they arrive, which will change the family forever.
  • 8.6
    /10

    Smurf

    episode S4.E13 august 2019
    The Codys have to protect their reputation, while friends and enemies from the past close in. Deran realizes there is only one way to keep Adrian safe. Pope and J's growing tension reaches a boiling point.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Red Handed

    episode S5.E1 july 2021
    The Codys are forced to tie up loose ends with the cousins and learn what life is like without Smurf.
  • 7.6
    /10

    What Remains

    episode S5.E2 july 2021
    Pope handles the disposal of Smurf's remains. J gets a new job from an old contact. Craig and Renn have to balance their old lives with a new baby. Deran can't outrun his past with Adrian.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Free Ride

    episode S5.E3 july 2021
    J's business secrets come to light. Pope mourns the loss of Smurf. Deran has to distract himself from his loneliness. Craig and Renn try to find a work/life balance.
  • 7.6
    /10

    Power

    episode S5.E4 august 2021
    Deran follows up on Smurf's will and grows frustrated with J calling the shots. Pope's mental state is fragile and Craig must deal with being a solo dad as Renn goes back to work.
  • 7.6
    /10

    Family Business

    episode S5.E5 august 2021
    As Deran and J compete for control of the family, Pamela presents the Codys with a risky proposition. Pope processes an additional loss by exploding in violence and Craig does business with Frankie.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Home Sweet Home

    episode S5.E6 august 2021
    Tensions rise as Deran, J, and Craig do a job that risks everything the family has. Pope goes to the desert trying to outrun his grief.
  • 7.3
    /10

    Splinter

    episode S5.E7 august 2021
    Pope confronts his demons with the help of a desert guru. Deran marks his territory as J handles business. Craig struggles with the demands of fatherhood and the temptations of his old life.
  • 8
    /10

    Gladiators

    episode S5.E8 august 2021
    Pope helps a new friend. Deran, J, and Craig deal with the fallout from past mistakes as they make new friends and enemies.
  • 7.7
    /10

    Let It Ride

    episode S5.E9 september 2021
    Local law enforcement turn up the heat on the Codys, as further secrets threaten to destabilize the family. Deran gets some news about Adrian. Craig discovers Renn has been keeping a secret.
  • 8.3
    /10

    Relentless

    episode S5.E10 september 2021
    Desperate for cash, and with pressure mounting, the Codys discover what they thought was a solution to their problems may be the biggest threat of them all.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Trust the Process

    episode S5.E11 september 2021
    J and Pope take a road trip to clean up the aftermath of some family business that went sideways; Deran and Craig scout a new mark with the help of Frankie.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Loose Ends

    episode S5.E12 september 2021
    The Codys resolve unfinished business and plan their biggest heist ever without Smurf.
  • 8.6
    /10

    Launch

    episode S5.E13 october 2021
    The Cody family use all their tools, tricks and vehicles to pull off the job of their lives and settle all scores. A deadly secret from the past is revealed.
  • 8
    /10

    1992

    episode S6.E1 june 2022
    Gia visits the Codys with a job opportunity. J schemes finances. Deran learns new renters are disrupting the neighborhood. Craig struggles with sobriety and co-parenting Nick under Renn's monitored visitation.
  • 7.6
    /10

    Rise

    episode S6.E2 june 2022
    J holds a family meeting, on the hunt for a new attorney.Pope refuses to sell his vacant lot.Deran embraces his clout.Craig's sobriety is challenged.In 1992, Smurf and Andrew meet with a lawyer.Julia struggles to be heard in the family.
  • 7.7
    /10

    Pressure and Time

    episode S6.E3 june 2022
    Deran and Pope search for Craig; J tries to sell Gia's diamonds; much to Smurf's displeasure, Julia gets a job at the mall and Andrew embraces church.
  • 7.6
    /10

    Inside Man

    episode S6.E4 june 2022
    J gets to know the new attorney while Craig scouts a potential new job; Deran hangs out with a guy from out of town; Pope helps a kid at the skate park; in 1992, Baz visits Andrew's church.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Covet

    episode S6.E5 july 2022
    The Cody's prep for the next job in present day. A reluctant Andrew, Baz, and Julia do a job for Smurf in 92.
  • 8
    /10

    Diamonds Are Forever

    episode S6.E6 july 2022
    The Cody's stage a jewel robbery. Craig and Deran are at odds. In 1992, Julia and Baz spend more time together.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Incognito

    episode S6.E7 july 2022
    Pope prepares to see an old friend. Craig needs Deran's help when Nick's in trouble. J pursues Penny romantically. Andrew wants to be called Pope.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Revelation

    episode S6.E8 july 2022
    Deran and J consider a small job. Craig, Renn, and Nick spend the day together as a family. Pope senses something is off. Andrew finds out about Julia.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Gethsemane

    episode S6.E9 july 2022
    Pope is brought in for questioning. J, Deran, and Craig grapple with the truth. Julia tries to make amends with an upset Andrew.
  • 7.7
    /10

    Clink

    episode S6.E10 august 2022
    Pope is self destructive. J, Craig and Deran must figure out what they're going to do about him. Julia and Andrew work together on a job.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Hit and Run

    episode S6.E11 august 2022
    Pope is sent to solitary confinement. Deran gets a visit from an old friend. J, Craig and Deran figure out what to do about Pope. Julia confronts Baz.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Exodus

    episode S6.E12 august 2022
    Pope offers information on a cold case in exchange for a prison transfer. Deran says goodbye to the bar, J makes plans with Penny, and Craig chooses Renn and Nick. Smurf learns Julia has been dishonest.
  • 8.9
    /10

    Fubar

    episode S6.E13 august 2022
    The Cody boys embark on their most dangerous job yet. Andrew commits the original sin that destroyed the family.

Best moments10

  • 9.2
    /10
    88% of the votes

    Ambo

    episode S4.E8 july 2019
    The Codys head out for a big job, even though smurf is nowhere to be found, as J assumes a leadership position in a risky heist.
  • 8.9
    /10
    85% of the votes

    Cry Havoc

    episode S2.E6 july 2017
    Javi puts pressure on Smurf so she enlists J for help. Baz faces a secret that was kept hidden by Catherine.
  • 9
    /10
    85% of the votes

    What Have You Done

    episode S1.E10 august 2016
    While Pope and Smurf try to keep Baz from figuring out the truth about Catherine, the money from their Camp Pendleton heist comes through. But there are bigger problems within the Cody Gang.
  • 8.6
    /10
    79% of the votes

    Forgive Us Our Trespasses

    episode S2.E5 june 2017
    The guys spin into motion the megachurch heist but Craig has second thoughts. Javi pays Smurf a surprise visit.
  • 8
    /10
    77% of the votes

    Pilot

    episode S1.E1 june 2016
    A 17-year-old boy moves in with his grandmother and uncles in their Southern California beach town after his mother ODs.
  • 8.3
    /10
    75% of the votes

    Man In

    episode S1.E8 july 2016
    Tensions soar as the Codys prepare for their big heist. Also, Catherine gets a shock and must make a big family decision, and the police put pressure on J.
  • 8.9
    /10
    73% of the votes

    The Hyenas

    episode S3.E13 august 2018
    J realizes the dangers of balancing his role in the family against his personal ambitions. Frankie opens up new doors for Craig. Smurf offers the boys the independence they been asking for but it doesn't come free.
  • 8.1
    /10
    70% of the votes

    Child Care

    episode S1.E6 july 2016
    Smurf tries to keep the family intact when Pope tests positive for drugs; Baz convinces his brother to rob a house as part of his plan; J faces a moral dilemma.
  • 8.6
    /10
    68% of the votes

    Wolves

    episode S3.E4 june 2018
    Cody and the boys pull off a heist without Smurf or Baz, and receive unexpected guests waiting for them when they return. Smurf demands that J tighten up the operation while she deals with problems of her own in jail.
  • 8.2
    /10
    68% of the votes

    In the Red

    episode S3.E2 june 2018
    J struggles to keep the family business afloat; Deran makes some moves on his own; Pope learns parenting on-the-fly while caring for Lena; Craig makes enemies in Mexico.

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