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The Worst Episodes of Parenthood

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The Worst Episodes of Parenthood

The trials and tribulations of the very large, colorful and imperfect Braverman family.

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  1. Background image for No Good Deed
    7.5/10(285 votes)

    #1 - No Good Deed

    S2:E2

    Adam and Sarah struggle to find balance between personal and professional life, while Julia deals with the delicate balance of social structure for six-year-olds. Crosby learns about the difficulties of being a father.

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  2. Background image for The Enchanting Mr. Knight
    7.5/10(185 votes)

    #2 - The Enchanting Mr. Knight

    S5:E16

    Kristina goes in for a checkup, but that doesn’t stop her from starting a new adventure. Amber encourages Drew to move on from his past, while Julia struggles to let go of hers. Sarah gets an appealing offer from Carl, but decides her work is more important. Hank admits that feelings are still lingering for an old relationship.

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  3. Background image for Put Yourself Out There
    7.6/10(353 votes)

    #3 - Put Yourself Out There

    S2:E9

    Sarah convinces Amber to meet with an important colleague of Gordon's. Meanwhile, Kristina frantically attempts to obtain a birthday invite for troublesome Max. Camille takes a class with the man she once had an affair with, making Zeke jealous. Elsewhere, Crosby and Joel band together to direct Jabbar's school play. Haddie's relationship with an unexpected love interest deepens.

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  4. Background image for Meet the New Boss
    7.6/10(261 votes)

    #4 - Meet the New Boss

    S2:E12

    Adam tries to cope with the idea of a new boss and is concerned about the stability of his job. Kristina tries winning Haddie over as she seeks comfort in Amber when she realizes her parents refuse to accept her decision. Meanwhile, Crosby is attempting to overcome a few obstacles of his own as a coordinator of a kindergarten performance at Jabbar’s school. Amber is taking on the challenge of performing at an open mic night, but she is surprised by who her biggest critic is.

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  5. Background image for All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard
    7.6/10(224 votes)

    #5 - All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard

    S5:E2

    Julia discovers that she has a lot in common with a school parent volunteer; Hank visits unexpectedly and shares advice with Sarah; Zeek doesn't want to talk about the future.

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  6. Background image for Stay a Little Longer
    7.6/10(200 votes)

    #6 - Stay a Little Longer

    S5:E12

    Sarah gets some good news about a job, which prompts Hank to question her. Crosby opens his house to Oliver Rome after the band hits a breaking point and Jasmine is less than thrilled. Meanwhile, Joel and Peet work closely to finish their project and Amber deals with an extremely painful reality.

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  8. Background image for Aaron Brownstein Must Be Stopped
    7.6/10(199 votes)

    #7 - Aaron Brownstein Must Be Stopped

    S6:E8

    Max begins a propaganda campaign against another student after a heartbreaking discovery. Crosby is feeling like a failure when Jasmine gets a job. Ruby breaks Hank's trust.

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  9. Background image for Pilot
    7.7/10(576 votes)

    #8 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    We are introduced to the very unique Braveman family. Single mom Sarah, and her two kids Amber and Drew, are moving back home with Sarah's parents Zeek and Camille. Julia, Sarah's sister and complete opposite is a successful attorney trying to do both, work and motherhood, alongside her stay-at-home husband, Joel. Sarah's younger brother, Crosby is a commitment-phobe who must accept adult responsabilities when his old flame Jasmine shows up with a kid. Meanwhile, the older sibling of the Bravemans, Adam, his wife Kristina and their teenage daughter Haddie learn that their little boy, Max has Asperger's Syndrome. Although each sibling has its own problems, this reunion may be the push they needed to help each other with the challenges that every family faces while raising children and starting over.

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    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for Man Versus Possum
    7.7/10(416 votes)

    #9 - Man Versus Possum

    S1:E2

    Adam and Kristina try to cope with their son's Asperger's Syndrome. Sarah is job hunting with the help of Zeek that pushes her to dream big. Meanwhile, Crosby bonds with his son and Julia deals with a difficult mom from Sydney's school.

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  11. Background image for Perchance to Dream
    7.7/10(319 votes)

    #10 - Perchance to Dream

    S1:E9

    Kristina is excited by the opportunity to help an old acquaintance run for Lieutenant Governor in Sacramento, but doesn't feel hip enough among the young generation of campaign workers. Meanwhile, Jasmine and Crosby agree to go on an official date.

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  12. Background image for Namaste No More
    7.7/10(318 votes)

    #11 - Namaste No More

    S1:E10

    When Crosby and Jasmine's relationship heats up, they have to decide how to explain it to Jabbar. Elsewhere, Adam and Kristina are on the search for friends but find that the process is more difficult than they thought. Sarah learns about Zeek's financial problems. Meanwhile, Julia becomes the new coach of Sydney's soccer team and Haddie goes to Amber for advice when her boyfriend starts pressuring her into having sex.

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  13. Background image for I Hear You, I See You
    7.7/10(302 votes)

    #12 - I Hear You, I See You

    S2:E1

    Kristina tries to teach Haddie how to drive while Adam tries to find a balance between his work and personal life. Joel and Julia must explain the birds and the bees to Sydney. Zeek works with Joel to fix a leaky roof in the guest house.

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  14. Background image for Forced Family Fun
    7.7/10(233 votes)

    #13 - Forced Family Fun

    S3:E7

    Kristina plans a family night but it doesn't go as she expected. Crosby fears Jasmine's date will replace him as Jabbar's dad. Julia steps in Zoe's life and Zeek continues to question Sarah's involvement with Seth.

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  15. Background image for Nipple Confusion
    7.7/10(214 votes)

    #14 - Nipple Confusion

    S5:E3

    Jasmine and Crosby struggle with the challenges of raising a baby; Julia and Joel are pushed into problematic directions; Sarah turns to Hank for help and comfort.

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  16. Background image for The M Word
    7.7/10(208 votes)

    #15 - The M Word

    S5:E6

    Joel and Julia try to keep everything together; Adam and Kristina ask the family for help as they focus on the campaign trail.

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  17. Background image for Limbo
    7.7/10(190 votes)

    #16 - Limbo

    S5:E17

    Jasmine and Crosby disagree over a crucial point in Aida’s upbringing. Julia finds out some unsettling news about Joel, but then is pleasantly surprised by his final decision. Sarah and Hank continue to work together, but Max is interrupting their flow, which causes Kristina and Adam to intervene.

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  18. Background image for The Deep End of the Pool
    7.8/10(388 votes)

    #17 - The Deep End of the Pool

    S1:E3

    After Max gets kicked out of school, Adam and Kristina explore the best educational options for their son. Sarah hits a wall when she ends things with Jim and succumbs to car problems. Meanwhile, Crosby spends a fun-filled day with Jabbar and Julia realizes that she’s missing out on her daughter’s life.

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  19. Background image for Whassup
    7.8/10(380 votes)

    #18 - Whassup

    S1:E4

    Adam and Kristina use questionable tactics to find out about Haddie's secret relationship. Sarah doesn't know how to talk to Drew when he starts showing signs of becoming a man. Meanwhile, Jabbar has a little accident while under Crosby's watch and Julia and Joel are hesitant to let Amber baby-sit for them.

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  20. Background image for What's Goin' On Down There?
    7.8/10(335 votes)

    #19 - What's Goin' On Down There?

    S1:E7

    Sarah and Amber are both attracted to Amber's teacher, while Crosby tries to have a romantic moment with Valerie, but because he can't leave Jabbar alone too long the moment doesn't turn out that well. Meanwhile Julia thinks about doing pro bono work, but she's sure that her boss will not approve it. While Adam really needs a break from everyone.

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  21. Background image for Solace
    7.8/10(315 votes)

    #20 - Solace

    S1:E11

    Zeek makes his presence known while crashing with Adam and Kristina. Elsewhere, Camille focuses on her art instead of focusing on her husband. Trying to get her father out of debt, Julia enlists the help of her old college flame much to Joel's chagrin. Meanwhile, Amber feels guilty about betraying Haddie and Crosby thinks about settling down with Jasmine and Jabbar.

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  22. Background image for Team Braverman
    7.8/10(317 votes)

    #21 - Team Braverman

    S1:E12

    Sarah and Adam argue about their daughters’ behavior; Jasmine auditions for a New York dance company.

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  23. Background image for I'm Cooler than You Think
    7.8/10(273 votes)

    #22 - I'm Cooler than You Think

    S2:E3

    Amber starts spending a lot of time with her new friend Kelsey which makes Sarah jealous. Sarah’s coworker, Mike, gives her advice on the situation. Elsewhere, Julia pushes Joel for another baby. Meanwhile, Adam struggles with his relationship with Max.

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  24. Background image for Date Night
    7.8/10(282 votes)

    #23 - Date Night

    S2:E4

    Kristina schedules a date night with Adam to try to keep their marriage alive; Sarah offers Drew advice about love; Haddie runs for student council president; Crosby learns an important lesson about being a father.

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  25. Background image for The Booth Job
    7.8/10(276 votes)

    #24 - The Booth Job

    S2:E5

    Kristina asks Adam to go with her to an Asperger's support group; Gordon (William Baldwin) makes an unexpected decision after Sarah's performance at the shoe booth exceeds expectations; Camille and Zeek take ballroom dancing classes.

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  26. Background image for Seven Names
    7.8/10(264 votes)

    #25 - Seven Names

    S2:E7

    Adam makes a tough business decision during a financial upheaval; Jabbar surprises Jasmine and Crosby with his reaction to their announcement about the future; Sarah confronts Amber about her partying while also dealing with issues at work; and Camille and Haddie perform community service

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Worst Episodes Summary

"No Good Deed" is the worst rated episode of "Parenthood". It scored 7.5/10 based on 285 votes. Directed by Lawrence Trilling and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/21/2010. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Enchanting Mr. Knight".