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The Best Episodes of All American Season 5

Every episode of All American Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of All American Season 5!

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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 two families from vastly different worlds - Compton and Beverly

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    All American Season 5 Episode 1 - Ludacrismas
    7.6/10(136 votes)

    #1 - Ludacrismas

    S5:E1

    With everyone on holiday break, Spencer, decides to throw an epic Christmas party, with the help of JJ and Asher, as an excuse to bring him and Olivia closer. Jordan gets news about his hand, but he isn’t sure what to do. After weeks of research, Olivia and Billy think they may have a breakthrough on their investigation. Layla decides to take matters into her own hands to get her dad’s company back. Meanwhile, Coop feels replaced when Laura makes a change in the office, which makes Coop think about her future.

    Director:Nikhil Paniz
    Writers:Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Carrie Gutenberg

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  2. All American Season 5 Episode 2 - Don’t Sweat the Technique
    7.7/10(118 votes)

    #2 - Don’t Sweat the Technique

    S5:E2

    With Spencer’s life hitting a rocky point, he takes some advice from JJ and Coop to embrace college life. Olivia and Billy’s suspicions about Coach Garrett resurface and cause tension between them and Jordan. Layla makes a power play that catches an unsuspecting Patience off-guard. Meanwhile, Asher struggles with trying to be JJ’s coach and maintaining their friendship.

    Director:Kelli Williams
    Writers:Mike Herro, David Strauss

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  3. All American Season 5 Episode 3 - Feeling Myself
    8.2/10(111 votes)

    #3 - Feeling Myself

    S5:E3

    When Spencer joins Olivia in her quest to get former players to talk about Coach Garrett, things start to become real for them. With Jordan’s encouragement, Layla agrees to attend a red carpet with Patience, but Patience is still learning the ins and outs of these exclusive events. Spencer notices that Grace is doing a lot of wedding things solo, so he comes up with a solution to make her feel special. Asher gets an opportunity to take the next step in his career by going on a recruiting trip. Meanwhile, Coop gets too involved in a case at work, leading Laura to step in.

    Director:Geoff Wing Shotz
    Writer:Robert D. Doty

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  4. All American Season 5 Episode 4 - Turn Down for What
    8.3/10(114 votes)

    #4 - 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.

    Director:Christine Swanson
    Writer:Adrian Dukes

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  5. All American Season 5 Episode 5 - I Need Love
    8.0/10(104 votes)

    #5 - I Need Love

    S5:E5

    Still not satisfied with her article, Olivia gets Billy’s help to find the missing piece before her deadline. JJ ropes Spencer and Jordan into a Valentine’s Day fraternity speed dating event, which leaves Jordan questioning what’s really happening between him and Layla. Coop has an opportunity to audit a law class but faces stiff competition for the coveted spot. Meanwhile, JJ begins to wonder if Asher is using recruiting as a ploy to get JJ to take off-season seriously.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:John A. Norris

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  6. All American Season 5 Episode 6 - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
    7.8/10(106 votes)

    #6 - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down

    S5:E6

    After what happens at the press conference, Spencer and Jordan try to secure as many commitments before the end of National Signing Day to help their team. Asher tries to capitalize on the unfortunate opportunity by swaying some new recruits with an assist from an unlikely source. Olivia is torn on how to publish her article while also protecting those she loves. Patience is pushed outside her comfort zone while shooting a music video. Meanwhile, Jordan and JJ throw a party that escalates and ends with Jordan witnessing a rude awakening.

    Director:Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul
    Writer:Micah Cyrus

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  7. All American Season 5 Episode 7 - Hate It or Love It
    8.3/10(111 votes)

    #7 - Hate It or Love It

    S5:E7

    Hustling to manage the fallout after some shocking news, Spencer reaches out to Billy for help while Jordan contemplates where his priorities are. Olivia feels conflicted about how to balance feelings about work and family. Layla helps Patience with a professional crisis after hitting a major social media landmark. Meanwhile, Coop’s first day of auditing law classes doesn’t go as she thought it would.

    Director:Jes Macallan
    Writer:Jameal Turner

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  8. All American Season 5 Episode 8 - Feels So Good
    8.6/10(111 votes)

    #8 - 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.

    Director:Ryan Zaragoza
    Writer:Carrie Gutenberg

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  9. All American Season 5 Episode 9 - Feel It In the Air
    8.2/10(102 votes)

    #9 - Feel It In the Air

    S5:E9

    When the Santa Ana winds blow into town, they seem to confirm Billy’s theory that they are a bad omen after he faces multiple setbacks. Spencer convinces a reluctant ally to speak their truth, but it doesn’t come without consequences. Jordan finds himself juggling too many secrets and accidentally lets one slip. Olivia throws herself into moving on and comes to an unexpected realization. Meanwhile, Skye offers to help Patience with her social media, leaving Coop’s and Skye’s relationship dynamic to change.

    Director:David McWhirter
    Writer:Obiageli Odimegwu

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  10. All American Season 5 Episode 10 - O.P.P
    8.3/10(104 votes)

    #10 - 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.

    Director:David Crabtree
    Writers:Mike Herro, David Strauss

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  11. All American Season 5 Episode 11 - Time
    8.7/10(179 votes)

    #11 - 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.

    Director:Dawn Wilkinson
    Writer:John A. Norris

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  12. All American Season 5 Episode 12 - Lost One
    8.6/10(123 votes)

    #12 - 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.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:Jameal Turner

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  13. All American Season 5 Episode 13 - Day Ones
    8.4/10(110 votes)

    #13 - 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.

    Director:Daniel Ezra
    Writers:Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Carrie Gutenberg

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  14. All American Season 5 Episode 14 - Make Me Proud
    8.1/10(96 votes)

    #14 - Make Me Proud

    S5:E14

    Despite his grief, Jordan attempts to man up in his dad’s absence, but when Billy’s death is used to garner positive attention for the struggling GAU football program, Jordan is left wondering if his legacy is only to live in his father’s shadow. Back at the Baker house, no one knows how to confront Laura’s excessive den-mothering, and Patience gets ready for her extravagant video premiere event.

    Director:Jes Macallan
    Writer:Robert D. Doty

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  15. All American Season 5 Episode 15 - United in Grief
    8.5/10(117 votes)

    #15 - 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.

    Director:Avi Youabian
    Writer:Adrian Dukes

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  16. All American Season 5 Episode 16 - My Name Is
    8.1/10(97 votes)

    #16 - My Name Is

    S5:E16

    Hoping to revive the GAU football program, Spencer and Jordan take a page from the Billy Baker playbook and revisit some former football stars as potential walk-ons…without Coach Kenny’s blessing. Olivia, Layla and Patience look for an escape from their current life stressors and ultimately rediscover themselves in the process. JJ tries to straddle football and the fraternity, and Coop gets great news but it may cost her something precious.

    Director:Karimah Westbrook
    Writers:John A. Norris, Chynna Ladage

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  17. All American Season 5 Episode 17 - Mask Off
    8.2/10(91 votes)

    #17 - Mask Off

    S5:E17

    It’s Spring Break for GAU, but the well-deserved break brings some big changes when an old friend surprises Spencer and Jordan, Olivia searches for the courage to share her truth, Patience has a decision to make as her career skyrockets, and Layla has an eye-opening conversation.

    Director:James Lafferty
    Writer:Micah Cyrus

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  18. All American Season 5 Episode 18 - This Is How You Do It
    8.2/10(88 votes)

    #18 - This Is How You Do It

    S5:E18

    The GAU football team is undergoing some growing pains and Spencer is challenged to try and bring them all together. Asher and Jaymee are ready to share their news but not everyone is supportive. Coop is stumbling on new challenges in class, and Olivia is learning that Jayden Davis stirred up more than the football team, but it ultimately sends her in an exciting new direction.

    Director:Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul
    Writers:Obiageli Odimegwu, Robert D. Doty

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  19. All American Season 5 Episode 19 - Sabotage
    8.3/10(79 votes)

    #19 - Sabotage

    S5:E19

    Olivia gets an exciting opportunity but has to decide if the timing is right for her to make a big leap. Coastal football training forces Spencer, Jordan and Asher to go look in on JJ who has been off the grid. Patience contends with major ramifications after she fails to heed Layla’s advice about her #1 fan.

    Director:Sudz Sutherland
    Writer:Jameal Turner

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  20. All American Season 5 Episode 20 - Now That We’ve Found Love
    8.8/10(134 votes)

    #20 - 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.

    Director:David McWhirter
    Writers:Mike Herro, David Strauss

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Ludacrismas" is the best rated episode of "All American" season 5. It scored 7.6/10 based on 136 votes. Directed by Nikhil Paniz and written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Carrie Gutenberg, it aired on 10/10/2022. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Don’t Sweat the Technique".