Parenthood

The Worst Episodes of Parenthood

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

The trials and tribulations of the very large, colorful and imperfect Braverman family.
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  1. 7.5/10(177 votes)

    #1 - The Enchanting Mr. Knight

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    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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  2. 7.6/10(216 votes)

    #2 - All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard

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    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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  3. 7.6/10(193 votes)

    #3 - Stay a Little Longer

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    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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  4. 7.6/10(193 votes)

    #4 - Aaron Brownstein Must Be Stopped

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    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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  5. 7.7/10(553 votes)

    #5 - Pilot

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    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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  6. 7.7/10(399 votes)

    #6 - Man Versus Possum

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    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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  8. 7.7/10(308 votes)

    #7 - Perchance to Dream

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    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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  9. 7.7/10(307 votes)

    #8 - Namaste No More

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    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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  10. 7.7/10(229 votes)

    #9 - Forced Family Fun

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    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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  11. 7.7/10(206 votes)

    #10 - Nipple Confusion

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    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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  12. 7.7/10(200 votes)

    #11 - The M Word

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    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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  13. 7.7/10(182 votes)

    #12 - Limbo

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    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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  14. 7.8/10(371 votes)

    #13 - The Deep End of the Pool

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    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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  15. 7.8/10(362 votes)

    #14 - Whassup

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    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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  16. 7.8/10(324 votes)

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

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    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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  17. 7.8/10(303 votes)

    #16 - Solace

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    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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  18. 7.8/10(306 votes)

    #17 - Team Braverman

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    S1:E12

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

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  19. 7.8/10(268 votes)

    #18 - I Don't Want to Do This Without You

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    S3:E1

    Sarah approaches her 40th birthday and turns to Mr. Cyr for support in the Season 3 premiere. Meanwhile, Amber takes a step toward independence; Adam worries about providing for his family and considers joining Crosby for a business opportunity; the adoption process frustrates Julia; and Alex shares a secret with Julia.

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  20. 7.8/10(230 votes)

    #19 - Tales from the Luncheonette

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    S3:E6

    Kristina takes on too much; Adam and Crosby try to impress Cee Lo Green with their new studio; Mark worries about Seth's role in Sarah's life; Zeek creates doubts for Julia and Joel; and Drew takes steps to advance things with Amy.

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  21. 7.8/10(271 votes)

    #20 - Family Portrait

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    S4:E1

    Before Haddie leaves home for college, the Bravermans gather to take a family portrait. Meanwhile, Adam, Kristina and Max all have a hard time adapting to Haddie going away. Meanwhile, Julia and Joel don't know how to react to the behavior of their newly adopted son and worry about the future of their family. Newlyweds Jasmine and Crosby disagree on how to teach Jabbar about spiritual beliefs. Mark wants to prove to Sarah that he can commit himself to her by changing a family tradition, while she tries to show photographer Hank Rizzoli that she is worth something. Also, Amber tries to get a new job at the recording studio.

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  22. 7.8/10(222 votes)

    #21 - You Can't Always Get What You Want

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    S4:E9

    Julia struggles with her new role as a stay-at-home mom; a disruptive neighbor threatens the future of the Luncheonette; Mark and Sarah can't agree on relationship and parenting issues.

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  23. 7.8/10(204 votes)

    #22 - Speaking of Baggage

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    S5:E7

    Kristina tells Amber a story about her relationship with Adam; Drew falls hard for a classmate; Max finds some pictures from Hank and Sarah's past.

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  24. 7.8/10(197 votes)

    #23 - The Ring

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    S5:E8

    Zeek gives Sarah advice; unsettling news from Victor's school creates tension in Julia's home; the media discovers skeletons in Kristina's closet; Amber makes a decision that shakes things up with Ryan.

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  25. 7.8/10(178 votes)

    #24 - You've Got Mold

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    S5:E14

    Sarah starts her new project with Hank, meanwhile Kristina becomes the community counselor. Crosby discovers mold in his house and Jasmine isn’t pleased. Julia and Joel decide to explain to Sydney and Victor what has been going on.

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  26. 7.8/10(199 votes)

    #25 - A Potpourri of Freaks

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    S6:E4

    Max makes a new friend while Sarah tries to figure out her place in Ruby's life.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Enchanting Mr. Knight" is the worst rated episode of "Parenthood". It scored 7.5/10 based on 177 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/6/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard".