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The Worst Episodes of Good Times

Every episode of Good Times ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Good Times!

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In this edgy, irreverent reimagining of the TV classic, a new generation of the Evans family keeps their heads above water in a Chicago housing project.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Good Times Season 1 Episode 1 - Meet the Evans of New
    5.5/10(81 votes)

    S1:E1

    Beverly vows to win the housing project's annual beautification contest. Meanwhile, Reggie and Junior head to the pool hall to earn some extra cash.

    Director:Aaron Brewer
    Writer:Ranada Shepard

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  2. Good Times Season 1 Episode 4 - They Came Before Elon
    6.3/10(53 votes)

    S1:E4

    A world-famous billionaire hires the Evanses to live and work in his high-tech lair. Back at home, Dalvin misses his family while they're away.

    Director:Brian Kaufman
    Writer:Devon Shepard

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  3. Good Times Season 1 Episode 2 - Black of Focus
    6.6/10(59 votes)

    S1:E2

    Junior takes meds to help him focus, and Reggie adopts a furry friend to calm his nerves — but the results cause friction in the family.

    Directors:Tyree Dillihay, Annmarie Roberts
    Writer:Devon Shepard

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  4. Good Times Season 1 Episode 9 - Moving On Out
    6.6/10(45 votes)

    S1:E9

    Tempted by the system, Beverly makes a choice that puts everyone at risk. Reggie and Junior find themselves on opposite sides of the law.

    Director:Aaron Brewer
    Writer:Joshua Krist

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  5. Good Times Season 1 Episode 5 - Primary Coloreds
    6.8/10(50 votes)

    S1:E5

    Beverly makes a bold decision to change the system from within. Reggie and Junior face an equally big challenge: cleaning the apartment.

    Director:Tristram Waples
    Writer:Joshua Krist

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  6. Good Times Season 1 Episode 6 - The Red Treaty
    6.8/10(48 votes)

    S1:E6

    When a heat wave raises temperatures to a boil, can Beverly find a way to cool things down? And exactly how many traffic tickets does Reggie have?

    Directors:Tristram Waples, Brian Kaufman
    Writer:Kevin Townsley

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  7. Good Times Season 1 Episode 3 - Grey's Anatomy
    6.9/10(66 votes)

    S1:E3

    When Grey gets her first period, she and Beverly enter a magical world of womanhood. Junior's creativity proves lucrative after an unexpected mix-up.

    Director:Annmarie Roberts
    Writers:Brian Ashburn, Ranada Shepard, Rashida Olayiwola

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  8. Good Times Season 1 Episode 7 - #BlackLoveDay
    6.9/10(56 votes)

    S1:E7

    It's Black Love Day, and passion's in the air. But things aren't quite as romantic for the Evans family.

    Directors:Tyree Dillihay, Annmarie Roberts
    Writer:Alyson Fouse

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  9. Good Times Season 1 Episode 8 - Big Sister Is Watching
    7.0/10(47 votes)

    S1:E8

    A bizarre twist of fate transforms one of the Evanses into a crime-fighter — and another into a supervillain.

    Director:Brian Kaufman
    Writer:Brian Ashburn

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  10. Good Times Season 1 Episode 10 - The Projects Divided
    7.0/10(52 votes)

    S1:E10

    As major changes rock the projects, friends and family square off — and frustration erupts throughout the neighborhood.

    Director:Tristram Waples
    Writers:Ranada Shepard, Alyson Fouse

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Meet the Evans of New" is the worst rated episode of "Good Times". It scored 5.5/10 based on 81 votes. Directed by Aaron Brewer and written by Ranada Shepard, it aired on 4/12/2024. This episode scored 0.8 points lower than the second lowest rated, "They Came Before Elon".