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The Worst Episodes of Parenthood

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.

Genre:Drama
Network:NBC

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "Parenthood" is "The Enchanting Mr. Knight", rated 7.5/10 from 160 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "The Enchanting Mr. Knight" aired on 3/6/2014 and is rated 0.1 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Meet the New Boss".

  • The Enchanting Mr. Knight
    7.5/10 160 votes

    #1 - The Enchanting Mr. Knight

    Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 3/6/2014

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Meet the New Boss
    7.6/10 221 votes

    #2 - Meet the New Boss

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 1/11/2011

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard
    7.6/10 192 votes

    #3 - All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2013

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Aaron Brownstein Must Be Stopped
    7.6/10 175 votes

    #4 - Aaron Brownstein Must Be Stopped

    Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 11/13/2014

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Pilot
    7.7/10 491 votes

    #5 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/2/2010

    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.

    Director: Thomas Schlamme

    Writer: N/A

  • Man Versus Possum
    7.7/10 349 votes

    #6 - Man Versus Possum

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/9/2010

    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.

    Director: Lawrence Trilling

    Writer: Jason Katims

  • Perchance to Dream
    7.7/10 270 votes

    #7 - Perchance to Dream

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 4/27/2010

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Namaste No More
    7.7/10 270 votes

    #8 - Namaste No More

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/4/2010

    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.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • No Good Deed
    7.7/10 241 votes

    #9 - No Good Deed

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/2010

    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.

    Director: Lawrence Trilling

    Writer: N/A

  • Put Yourself Out There
    7.7/10 310 votes

    #10 - Put Yourself Out There

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 11/16/2010

    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.

    Director: Patrick R. Norris

    Writer: Jason Katims, Bridget Carpenter

  • You Can't Always Get What You Want
    7.7/10 199 votes

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

    Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 11/27/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Nipple Confusion
    7.7/10 183 votes

    #12 - Nipple Confusion

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 10/10/2013

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The M Word
    7.7/10 178 votes

    #13 - The M Word

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 10/31/2013

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Stay a Little Longer
    7.7/10 172 votes

    #14 - Stay a Little Longer

    Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 1/9/2014

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Limbo
    7.7/10 163 votes

    #15 - Limbo

    Season 5 Episode 17 - Aired 3/13/2014

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Whassup
    7.8/10 314 votes

    #16 - Whassup

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/23/2010

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Solace
    7.8/10 266 votes

    #17 - Solace

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 5/11/2010

    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.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • I Hear You, I See You
    7.8/10 255 votes

    #18 - I Hear You, I See You

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/2010

    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.

    Director: Lawrence Trilling

    Writer: Jason Katims

  • The Booth Job
    7.8/10 234 votes

    #19 - The Booth Job

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/12/2010

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A House Divided
    7.8/10 214 votes

    #20 - A House Divided

    Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 2/1/2011

    Kristina refuses to accept Haddie’s, relationship with Alex, causing her to move in with her grandparents. Sarah puts her foot down at work and demands a higher salary to pay for Amber’s tuition. Meanwhile, Max makes a camping trip with Zeek extremely difficult. Julia throws a bachelorette party for Jasmine welcoming her to the Braverman tribe, while Adam gets more than he bargained for during a meeting with Crosby, shocking the entire family.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • Just Go Home
    7.8/10 221 votes

    #21 - Just Go Home

    Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 2/8/2011

    Sarah and Adam discuss a situation with Haddie. Meanwhile, Haddie, Amber and Max run into Alex. Crosby and Jasmine meet with her reverend for pre-marital counseling. Elsewhere, Drew meets his father, Seth, for breakfast.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • I Don't Want to Do This Without You
    7.8/10 236 votes

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

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 9/13/2011

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Tales from the Luncheonette
    7.8/10 200 votes

    #23 - Tales from the Luncheonette

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 10/18/2011

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Forced Family Fun
    7.8/10 200 votes

    #24 - Forced Family Fun

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 11/1/2011

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Speaking of Baggage
    7.8/10 182 votes

    #25 - Speaking of Baggage

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2013

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A