Last Chance U backdrop
Last Chance U poster
Documentary

The Best Episodes of Last Chance U

Every episode of Last Chance U ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Last Chance U!

The Best Episodes of Last Chance U

In a docuseries set at one of NCAA football's most fertile recruiting grounds, guys with red flags seek to prove their worth on the field...

Seasons5

  1. 8.6/10(176 votes)

    #1 - Blood Makes the Grass Grow

    S1:E5

    DJ faces choices that will make or break his future. John hopes for a chance to impress Auburn coaches. Bad blood builds in the regular-season finale.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  2. 8.4/10(135 votes)

    #2 - Last Man Standing

    S2:E8

    It's crunch time as the players take finals and weigh scholarship offers while still holding aspirations of winning a national championship at EMCC.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  3. 8.4/10(106 votes)

    #3 - Garden City

    S4:E4

    Hard feelings from last year rise to the surface in a rematch between ICC and Garden City, as coaches Jason Brown and Jeff Sims butt heads yet again.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  4. 8.3/10(176 votes)

    #4 - It Is What It Is

    S1:E6

    The regular season comes to an explosive end, and the team must deal with the fallout from their actions. The players prepare for life after EMCC.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  5. 8.3/10(133 votes)

    #5 - Bigger and Better Things

    S2:E7

    As the state playoffs loom, tensions rise between several players and the coaches. Brittany ponders her future at EMCC.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  6. 8.3/10(123 votes)

    #6 - Jimmys and Joes

    S3:E3

    Bad blood with his old boss fuels Brown's fire as the newly confident Pirates welcome defending national champion Garden City to Independence.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 WORST Episodes of Last Chance U

    READ
  8. 8.3/10(110 votes)

    #7 - Dust in The Wind

    S3:E8

    As a game against rival Coffeyville caps off the regular season, the ICC players and coaches reflect on the season and weigh their next moves.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  9. 8.1/10(183 votes)

    #8 - Most Dangerous Game

    S1:E2

    The starting quarterback battle rages on. Brittany worries about the players' academic progress. EMCC's winning streak is threatened by a rival.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  10. 8.1/10(143 votes)

    #9 - The Curse

    S2:E6

    EMCC hopes to maintain its focus against winless Coahoma, a program trying to overcome a deficiency in talent, facilities and support.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  11. 8.1/10(90 votes)

    #10 - Hustlers Survive

    S4:E8

    The season finale presents a chance to end the season on a positive note. Markiese makes a big mistake, and Brown faces criticism over a text message.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  12. 8.0/10(163 votes)

    #11 - Half a Team

    S2:E1

    Buddy makes changes in response to the publicity the show brought to the EMCC program. The Lions are forced to play short-handed in the season opener.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  13. 8.0/10(120 votes)

    #12 - Get Outta Dodge

    S3:E4

    Despite ICC's winning streak, tensions start to boil over as Brown gets fed up with his players and coaches before and during a game in Dodge City.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  14. 8.0/10(128 votes)

    #13 - Out of State

    S3:E5

    Brown and his players open up about their upbringings and how their relationships with family -- positive and negative -- shaped who they are today.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  15. 7.9/10(92 votes)

    #14 - The City

    S5:E5

    Rejzohn discusses a painful memory, then suffers a physical setback. Despite recent success, Laney still feels disrespected by a rival in San Francisco.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  16. 7.8/10(210 votes)

    #15 - Last Chance U

    S1:E1

    Desperate for an opportunity at a major school, the players at East Mississippi Community College prepare for a season that's crucial to their future.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  17. 7.8/10(160 votes)

    #16 - Homecoming

    S1:E4

    Players, other students and the community prepare for homecoming weekend. Tensions rise at the homecoming game, prompting Buddy to lose his cool.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  18. 7.8/10(135 votes)

    #17 - For My Momma

    S2:E5

    As EMCC prepares for the No. 1 team in the country, defensive linemen Chauncey, Kam and Tim continue their battle to atone for their past actions.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  19. 7.8/10(98 votes)

    #18 - The Hangover

    S4:E5

    Jay’s injuries cause him frustration. Malik tries to make the most of his opportunities. Tensions run high after a game against Fort Scott.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Writer:N/A
  20. 7.8/10(102 votes)

    #19 - The Town

    S5:E1

    Life is demanding for players at Oakland's Laney College, where they must pay for their own housing and expenses while pursuing a future in football.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  21. 7.8/10(84 votes)

    #20 - Greyhaven

    S5:E4

    RJ lives for football, but is haunted by an infamous family history. Beam's old school ways don't always connect with the younger generation.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  22. 7.7/10(163 votes)

    #21 - Plan B

    S1:E3

    The coaches and players deal with unfamiliar adversity. DJ and others struggle with school. Ollie faces tough times and seeks comfort back home.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  23. 7.7/10(145 votes)

    #22 - Football Saved My Life

    S2:E2

    De'Andre gears up for his first game since he was kicked out of Florida State. Isaiah and his brother open up about their difficult childhood.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  24. 7.7/10(138 votes)

    #23 - Can't Make the Club in the Tub

    S2:E3

    Brittany and Davern try to motivate Kam on and off the field. Isaiah's health concerns continue into a rivalry game against Itawamba.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  25. 7.7/10(115 votes)

    #24 - Neewollah

    S3:E6

    The team prepares to play during the town's big annual festival. Bobby struggles to overcome frustration. An ICC student writes a song for the team.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  26. 7.7/10(107 votes)

    #25 - Abracadabra

    S3:E7

    As the Pirates get ready for a shot at a conference title, recruiters from four-year schools visit and players scramble to get their grades in order.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A

Best Episodes Summary

"Blood Makes the Grass Grow" is the best rated episode of "Last Chance U". It scored 8.6/10 based on 176 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 7/29/2016. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Last Man Standing".