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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!

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 and in class.

Genre:Documentary
Network:Netflix

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Last Chance U" is "Blood Makes the Grass Grow", rated 8.6/10 from 173 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Blood Makes the Grass Grow" aired on 7/29/2016 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "It Is What It Is".

  • Blood Makes the Grass Grow
    8.6/10 173 votes

    #1 - Blood Makes the Grass Grow

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/29/2016

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • It Is What It Is
    8.3/10 173 votes

    #2 - It Is What It Is

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/29/2016

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Bigger and Better Things
    8.3/10 131 votes

    #3 - Bigger and Better Things

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/21/2017

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Last Man Standing
    8.3/10 133 votes

    #4 - Last Man Standing

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 7/21/2017

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Jimmys and Joes
    8.3/10 119 votes

    #5 - Jimmys and Joes

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 7/20/2018

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Dust in The Wind
    8.3/10 108 votes

    #6 - Dust in The Wind

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 7/20/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Garden City
    8.3/10 105 votes

    #7 - Garden City

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 7/19/2019

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Most Dangerous Game
    8.1/10 180 votes

    #8 - Most Dangerous Game

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/29/2016

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Curse
    8.1/10 141 votes

    #9 - The Curse

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 7/21/2017

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Half a Team
    8.0/10 160 votes

    #10 - Half a Team

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 7/21/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Get Outta Dodge
    8.0/10 117 votes

    #11 - Get Outta Dodge

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 7/20/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hustlers Survive
    8.0/10 89 votes

    #12 - Hustlers Survive

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 7/19/2019

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Out of State
    7.9/10 125 votes

    #13 - Out of State

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 7/20/2018

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The City
    7.9/10 90 votes

    #14 - The City

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 7/28/2020

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Last Chance U
    7.8/10 207 votes

    #15 - Last Chance U

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/29/2016

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Homecoming
    7.8/10 156 votes

    #16 - Homecoming

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/29/2016

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • For My Momma
    7.8/10 133 votes

    #17 - For My Momma

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 7/21/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Hangover
    7.8/10 97 votes

    #18 - The Hangover

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 7/19/2019

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

    Director: Luke Lorentzen

    Writer: N/A

  • The Town
    7.8/10 101 votes

    #19 - The Town

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 7/28/2020

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Plan B
    7.7/10 160 votes

    #20 - Plan B

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/29/2016

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Football Saved My Life
    7.7/10 142 votes

    #21 - Football Saved My Life

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 7/21/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Can't Make the Club in the Tub
    7.7/10 135 votes

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

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 7/21/2017

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Neewollah
    7.7/10 112 votes

    #23 - Neewollah

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 7/20/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Abracadabra
    7.7/10 105 votes

    #24 - Abracadabra

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 7/20/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • QB4
    7.7/10 94 votes

    #25 - QB4

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 7/28/2020

    After 40 years, coach John Beam's legacy in Oakland is unmatched. Injuries lead to an unorthodox solution at QB as Laney looks to get back on track.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A