The Worst Episodes of Nashville
Every episode of Nashville ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Nashville!
Rayna Jaymes and Juliette Barnes face personal and professional challenges as they navigate their paths as artists and individuals. Surrounding them, and often complicating their lives, are their family, friends and, in some cases, lovers, as well as the up-and-coming performers and songwriters trying to get ahead in the business.
Lowest Rated Episodes Summary
The worst episode of "Nashville" is "Pick Yourself Up", rated 7/10 from 119 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Pick Yourself Up" aired on 6/7/2018 and is rated 0.3 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Someday You'll Call My Name".
7.0/10 119 votes#1 - Pick Yourself Up
Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 6/7/2018
After his collapse while performing at the late night show, Will recovers in the hospital and frets about his future. Brad gets a restraining order against Deacon, fueling conflict between Deacon and Jessie. The media get wind of Juliette’s extended stay in South America and begin harassing Avery about it. Maddie gets caught up in the fast lane lifestyle of Jonah Ford.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 330 votes#2 - Someday You'll Call My Name
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/24/2012
Rayna learns her family is facing financial ruin; Juliette asks Deacon to write and tour with her exclusively; Juliette's mother re-enters her life.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 331 votes#3 - We Live in Two Different Worlds
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/31/2012
Rayna and Teddy's relationship is tested when Rayna performs with Deacon at Teddy's campaign fundraiser and a woman from Teddy's past (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) shows up with a secret. Meanwhile, Juliette tries to burnish her image with an appearance on "Good Morning America" and is interviewed by Robin Roberts; Gunnar makes a connection with his publisher's assistant, Hailey; and Teddy and Coleman agree to take the moral high ground during the campaign -- but will it last?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 288 votes#4 - Move It on Over
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/7/2012
Rayna thinks about moving on when Deacon sets boundaries in their relationship; as Juliette struggles with her mother's addictions, Deacon is reminded of difficult moments in his past; tension between Gunnar and Avery puts pressure on Scarlet.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 139 votes#5 - New Strings
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 1/4/2018
After a public meltdown, Juliette seeks to change her life from an unlikely source. Scarlett and Maddie take a trip. Maddie meets Jonah Ford, a famous pop star. Scarlett struggles to find herself. Will coaches Gunnar. Deacon deals with loneliness.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 129 votes#6 - Jump Then Fall
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/2018
Daphne struggles with the idea of Deacon dating. Juliette introduces Avery to Darius. Maddie and Jonah record a song, but Maddie finds Jonah’s life a little too public. Will learns news about Zach and find ways to enhance his appearance.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 120 votes#7 - That's My Story
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 1/25/2018
Darius helps Juliette unlock a dark truth about her past; Daphne and Jake bond over each other's dislike of their parents dating; Scarlett volunteers at an equine therapy ranch; Gunnar, Will and Avery struggle to find their sound.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 528 votes#8 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/10/2012
In the premiere episode, "Pilot," Rayna learns that her record label wants her to tour as the opening act for newcomer Juliette Barnes, and when she refuses, the stage is set for the ultimate power struggle for popularity. Complicating matters, Lamar's drive for power results in backing Teddy in a run for Mayor of Nashville, against Rayna's wishes.
Director: R.J. Cutler
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 244 votes#9 - When You're Tired of Breaking Other Hearts
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 3/27/2013
Katie Couric guest stars as herself when Rayna appears on the "Katie" show, trying to set the record straight about her marriage and balancing her career with motherhood. Juliette attempts to take her album launch into her own hands but it backfires when she tweets out a surprise concert location. Maddie lies to Teddy about her whereabouts — with dangerous consequences — and Deacon is drawn to his dog’s pretty new veterinarian, Stacey. Meanwhile Avery tries to control his musical destiny by flouting Dominic and Marilyn, and things are awkward between Scarlett and Gunnar, as he continues to process his brother’s death.
Director: N/A
Writer: Jason George
7.4/10 196 votes#10 - Your Good Girl’s Gonna Go Bad
Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 4/30/2014
Scarlett’s breakdown is driving everyone to point fingers at who might be responsible for her condition. Deacon is blaming Rayna for pushing her too fast, Rayna is blaming Juliette and for forcing her on stage and Beverly thinks Rayna is only interested in seeing her label succeed. It always feels like everyone has an axe to grind with Juliette so she turns to Avery, only to find him preoccupied with Scarlett. During her moment of weakness, she is driven right into the hands of her nemesis. Meanwhile, Layla tries to convince Will to join her in a reality show.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 158 votes#11 - Hurricane
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 2/9/2017
Rayna and Deacon struggle to write their album. Maddie and Daphne create a disturbance at home. Damien apologizes to Scarlett. Scarlett and Gunnar question their relationship.
Director: Dan Lerner
Writer: Liberty Godshall
7.4/10 124 votes#12 - (Now and Then There's) A Fool Such as I
Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 6/15/2017
Maddie and Clay get pulled over by a police officer. Juliette searches for a hit to relaunch her career. Damien George returns to Nashville with a grand plan for Scarlett.
Director: John Carrafa
Writer: Callie Khouri
7.4/10 125 votes#13 - Second Chances
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/2018
Deacon goes on a date with a familiar face. Juliette dives into a self-help movement. Will and Gunnar invite Avery to perform with them. Scarlett is reminded how her career as had a positive influence on fans. Daphne reaches out to Jake.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 118 votes#14 - Can't Help but Wonder Where I'm Bound
Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 2/15/2018
Daphne and Jake perform at school. Deacon and Jessie run into Brad. Alannah’s stage presence grows, creating a division in the band. Gunnar questions his relationship with Alannah. Maddie joins Jonah in Miami, bonds with Twig. Avery visits Juliette.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 117 votes#15 - No Place That Far
Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 6/21/2018
Juliette discovers that Darius Enright’s Movement is not the happy utopia that it seemed to be. She demands to leave, but they won’t let her. The tension in the group too much to bear.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 382 votes#16 - I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love with You)
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/17/2012
Teddy's mayoral campaign is moving ahead and Rayna reluctantly endures an investigation that reveals some explosive family secrets. Meanwhile Coleman Carlisle is starting to lay down the groundwork for his campaign when he discovers Lamar is poised to go head to head with him... even if it means exposing his longtime friend; Juliette, who will stop at nothing when it comes to getting her hands on Deacon, sees him perform with Rayna at the Bluebird, and it's clear that not all feelings fade with time; and Scarlett is torn between pursuing her dream of songwriting with Gunnar and her commitment to Avery.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 281 votes#17 - Where He Leads Me
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/5/2012
Rayna needs to take a look at what’s really important to her after hearing Teddy’s side of the story about Peggy; Juliette feels a sense of belonging with Sean’s family that she has never experienced before; Gunnar risks his partnership with Scarlett when he confesses his feelings; and music producer Dominic Wells invites Avery to Atlanta to work together while Deacon gets an amazing offer to tour -- but both opportunities come with a price.
Director: Wendey Stanzler
Writer: Jason George
7.5/10 251 votes#18 - My Heart Would Know
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 4/10/2013
A personal crisis in Nashville causes Rayna to leave the tour in New York City before her sold-out concert with Juliette, but for Juliette, the show must go on. Jolene stakes a claim on her sober counselor Dante as Juliette gets closer to him personally and professionally, and Deacon doesn't like the woman Juliette has become and tells her point-blank. Gunnar declares the next 24 hours a "Scarlett O'Connor party" to celebrate her success, and she brings Will along to join the fun. Meanwhile Avery becomes a roadie for Juliette, and secrets involving the men in Rayna's life see the light of day.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 208 votes#19 - It Must Be You
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 10/30/2013
Rayna sets the record straight during an interview with Robin Roberts; Juliette runs into Charlie Wentworth; Scarlett turns to Avery for advice on the changes to her life.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 209 votes#20 - She's Got You
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/13/2013
As Teddy’s wedding day nears, Maddie feels lost and tells Rayna she wants to get to know Deacon better, forcing Rayna to confront Deacon about stepping up to co-parent. Luke Wheeler commiserates with Rayna about the challenges of exes and parenting. While on tour in Texas, Juliette angers a lecherous but very influential radio DJ who starts promoting Layla at Juliette’s expense. Deacon tries to find his way back to music and discovers an unexpected ally in Avery. While on a date with Layla, Will runs into Brent on a date with a new man, and Gunnar finds himself in a power position in his singing and songwriting.
Director: Mario Van Peebles
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 202 votes#21 - I'm Tired of Pretending
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 12/4/2013
Maddie wants to spend more time with Deacon and Teddy begins to feel like he’s being replaced. Rayna is struggling to strike the right balance with the two dads and their fatherhood responsibilities. Meanwhile, Lamar makes a plea to Rayna to secure Tandy’s support as a character witness. Charlie has declared his love for Juliette but she couldn’t be more distracted by the fact that Layla’s career is stealing some of her spotlight. Zoey and Avery make plans to visit Scarlett on the road in an effort to boost her spirits, though that feeling may be short-lived.
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7.5/10 205 votes#22 - Just for What I Am
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 1/22/2014
Scarlett's career is on fire as she sings "Free" in concert with Zac Brown, but the demands of fame are burning her out. Rayna asks Deacon to help write a much-needed hit for her new album, and it's like old times--perhaps too much. Concert venues are dropping from Juliette's tour and Jeff, her label head, is furious, and Zoey is bruised by Gunnar's inattention when he gets an invitation to co-write from Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts.
Director: N/A
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7.5/10 203 votes#23 - That's Me Without You
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 9/24/2014
Rayna has to choose between two men and two directions her life might take.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 198 votes#24 - How Far Down Can I Go
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/1/2014
Rayna attempts to use some new publicity opportunities to promote her album and the record label.
Director: Mario Van Peebles
Writer: Marcie Ulin, Meredith Lavender
7.5/10 189 votes#25 - Road Happy
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 10/22/2014
Juliette is concerned about filming a sex scene while attempting to hide her pregnancy. Kiley makes plans to leave town whilst a homeless man manages to make an impact on Scarlett.
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