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The Best Episodes of All American

Every episode of All American ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of All American!

The Best Episodes of All American

When a rising high school football player from South Central L.A. is recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, the wins, losses and struggles of...

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  1. Background image for No Role Modelz
    9.1/10(41 votes)

    #1 - No Role Modelz

    S7:E11

    KJ grapples with a family revelation and finds comfort in Amina, who surprises him with a visit from his mother, Ava. Ava confronts truths about Cassius, Khalil faces a surprise on his 18th birthday, and a tragedy reveals buried secrets.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(347 votes)

    #2 - Coming Home

    S2:E7

    With Spencer, Grace, Dillon and Darnell reeling from the news about why Corey may have left, they set out on a mission to find him. After locating Corey and trying to convince him to go home with them, the weekend turns out to be just what everyone needed. In an effort to keep fighting for the family to be whole again, Billy arranges for the family to meet with a family therapist and possibly help decide on the next step for them. During the session, the therapist gives Jordan and Olivia a separate assignment, which helps them learn more about each other than either knew.

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    9.0/10(31 votes)

    #3 - Don't Hate the Player

    S7:E12

    After the attack, Jordan leans on Olivia and Layla, who urge him to face Cassius. KJ tries to make things right with Tori. Coop helps Khalil with guilt, Layla offers comfort, and Jordan questions their bond, before making a big decision.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.8/10(220 votes)

    #4 - Surviving the Times

    S3:E19

    Things in Spencer's life seem to be going right, but everything changes when Billy learns what he has been keeping from him; Jordan and Asher get some unexpected news.

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    8.8/10(125 votes)

    #5 - Now That We’ve Found Love

    S5:E20

    Dramatic changes are on the horizon for the whole gang; the road forward is destined to be influenced by the past.

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    8.7/10(212 votes)

    #6 - Testify

    S3:E9

    Spencer is upset with Olivia, which leaves him to face some difficult truths of his own. Billy holds school tryouts for a kicker and is surprised at who the number one candidate turns out to be.

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    8.7/10(168 votes)

    #7 - Time

    S5:E11

    In an attempt to avoid one big life decision about his relationship with Olivia, Spencer decides to attend the Crenshaw combine with Jordan, even if it means having to avoid another big issue…being in the same place as Billy. Meanwhile, Layla clashes with her father over a decision she made about Keating Records, Olivia contends with success behind a pseudonym, Preach gets a surprise visit from Amina and Asher receives some life changing news. Despite how the day begins, no one is prepared for how it ends.

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    8.6/10(270 votes)

    #8 - Championships

    S1:E16

    Spencer suffers a devastating setback and gets strength from an unlikely source. Billy, while focused on the championship game, realizes that he has to face some tough truths in order to get his family back.

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    8.6/10(245 votes)

    #9 - Crossroads

    S2:E11

    With Spencer in bad shape, Grace, Billy, Laura, Olivia and Layla rush to his side. Knowing there is a big decision he needs to make, the community from both Crenshaw and Beverly Hills rally around him to show support. In the meantime, Spencer asks Coop to do him a favor, but somehow things go from bad to worse. Elsewhere, Jordan and his teammates step up to help Billy out while he is tending to other matters.

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    8.6/10(106 votes)

    #10 - Feels So Good

    S5:E8

    When Laura throws Billy a surprise birthday party, everyone comes together to roast Billy, but Billy has a looming decision hanging over his head. Spencer makes an effort to do what’s best for himself, hoping it helps Olivia and him take a step towards moving on. Jayme offers some sage advice to Asher about his speech with JJ, but she ignores her own about watching out for red flags. Meanwhile, Jordan and Layla get in their first fight over something neither of them could have predicted.

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    8.6/10(116 votes)

    #11 - Lost One

    S5:E12

    When an unexpected event rocks both the Beverly Hills and Crenshaw communities, they come together to support each other in an unexpected way.

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    8.6/10(110 votes)

    #12 - United in Grief

    S5:E15

    Spencer comes face to face with his grief and those he loves are collateral damage as he spirals into a person almost unrecognizable. Jordan tries to step up as a leader but no one's following, JJ makes a shocking appearance, and Layla urges Patience to beware of her #1 fan.

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    Director:Avi Youabian
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    8.6/10(44 votes)

    #13 - Return of the Mack

    S7:E6

    Khalil must choose between lying for his father and a better path for himself; Patience gets an opportunity that tests her relationship with Coop; KJ's fake relationship with Amina draws Tori's interest.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.5/10(182 votes)

    #14 - Put Up or Shut Up

    S3:E10

    Spencer knows he needs to have the game of his life to follow his dream of playing football. Jordan makes a risky choice when it comes to football. Olivia attends a new Narcotics Anonymous in search of a sponsor.

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    8.5/10(122 votes)

    #15 - Champagne Glasses

    S4:E20

    After an intense ending to the Halloween party, Spencer tries his best to compartmentalize everything and focus on the big Homecoming game. Much to Laura's dismay, Billy and Olivia set out on a mission to do what they think is right, which leads them to learn more than they anticipated. Jordan makes it known in what he wants but is met with resistance, and Layla gets an unexpected bombshell at work. Coop is at an emotional crossroads and Asher learns the power of adjustments. Meanwhile, Grace gets a life changing offer she may not be able to refuse.

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    8.4/10(298 votes)

    #16 - Homecoming

    S1:E8

    Beverly has their big Homecoming game and the pressure is on. Post-dance, Spencer is feeling the weight of the effects of his arrival at Beverly… as well as his departure from Crenshaw… and tries to set things right. Meanwhile, Billy tries to bring together his team for a win that will send them to the district play-offs for the first time since he became head coach… But Billy discovers doing what’s right and winning aren’t always the same thing.

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    Director:Rob Hardy
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    8.4/10(255 votes)

    #17 - Legacy

    S1:E13

    With playoffs and mid-terms looming, Spencer makes a few shocking discoveries about his father. Coop desperately wants to bring down her enemies, while Jordan makes a connection with his grandfather.

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    8.4/10(224 votes)

    #18 - Protect Ya Neck

    S2:E10

    With Tyrone back on the streets, Spencer is being a little overly protective of Coop and Laura and finds himself in uncharted territory. Olivia is nervous about her upcoming SoLA Muse Cotillion and tries to lean on Asher, but he seems more focused on football than ever. Coop and Patience are trying to get back into a rhythm, but things get worse when Coop’s jealous streak comes out. Meanwhile, Jordan alerts Billy about what he sees on social media that makes Billy worry a little.

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    8.4/10(169 votes)

    #19 - Int'L Players Anthem (I Choose You)

    S3:E18

    With Jordan and Simone's big day quickly approaching, they start to envision what their new future will look like with the help of Billy and Laura; Jordan helps Olivia see what has been holding her back.

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    8.4/10(123 votes)

    #20 - Came Back for You

    S4:E18

    Spencer is ready to take the next step in his NIL journey, but everything could be at risk before it has a chance to get started. Olivia gets caught up in her story and quickly learns it could cost her everything. Jordan gets a surprise that throws a wrench into his plans with Layla. Billy is worried about his job and gets some sage advice that leads him to come up with a new plan. Meanwhile, Coop and Laura realize they could help each other in an unexpected way.

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    8.4/10(108 votes)

    #21 - Turn Down for What

    S5:E4

    With Grace and Carter’s wedding right around the corner, antics ensue. While Denise and Laura kidnap Grace for a surprise bachelorette party, Preach and Billy take Carter out for drinks, and everyone ends the night with more than they bargained for. JJ puts together another Vortex game night with Spencer, Jordan, Layla , and Olivia that goes awry when secrets are aired. Meanwhile, Coop is coming to terms with some disappointing news.

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    8.4/10(99 votes)

    #22 - O.P.P

    S5:E10

    While Billy preps his team for the combine, Spencer hears some news that leaves him rattled. Asher steps up to help Jaymee following her hospital visit but wishes he could do more, so Layla devises a clever plan that involves some unlikely couples ending up on unconventional dates. A plan that could also prove helpful to Olivia. Meanwhile Coop helps Preach prepare for his custody trial and Jordan is torn about how to handle a confrontation between Layla and Clay.

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    8.4/10(104 votes)

    #23 - Day Ones

    S5:E13

    As Olivia struggles with the loss of her father, friends and family must set aside their grief to help as she fights to stay sober…but only one person can help her find peace in the midst of her pain.

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    8.4/10(38 votes)

    #24 - Squabble Up

    S7:E8

    It's homecoming weekend at South Crenshaw High; as part of a new tradition, Amina is named Ms. South Crenshaw, which brings up memories of her mother; Khalil prepares to play for the first time since making the football team.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for Just a Friend
    8.4/10(25 votes)

    #25 - Just a Friend

    S7:E10

    When Cassius decides to bench his starters, KJ fights for their right to play; Amina returns from Baltimore determined to save Khalil from the threats he's facing; Khalil finally turns to Coop for help; Layla helps Breonna and Coop find their way.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"No Role Modelz" is the best rated episode of "All American". It scored 9.1/10 based on 41 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/21/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Coming Home".