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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
    7.6/10(281 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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    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Put Yourself Out There
    7.6/10(349 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Background image for Meet the New Boss
    7.6/10(258 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Background image for Aaron Brownstein Must Be Stopped
    7.6/10(197 votes)

    #4 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Pilot
    7.7/10(566 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Background image for Man Versus Possum
    7.7/10(408 votes)

    #6 - 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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  8. Background image for Perchance to Dream
    7.7/10(313 votes)

    #7 - 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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  9. Background image for Namaste No More
    7.7/10(313 votes)

    #8 - 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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  10. Background image for I Hear You, I See You
    7.7/10(298 votes)

    #9 - 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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  11. Background image for Forced Family Fun
    7.7/10(231 votes)

    #10 - 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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  12. Background image for The Deep End of the Pool
    7.8/10(380 votes)

    #11 - 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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  13. Background image for Whassup
    7.8/10(371 votes)

    #12 - 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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  14. Background image for What's Goin' On Down There?
    7.8/10(328 votes)

    #13 - 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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  15. Background image for Solace
    7.8/10(309 votes)

    #14 - 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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  16. Background image for Team Braverman
    7.8/10(312 votes)

    #15 - Team Braverman

    S1:E12

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

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  17. Background image for I'm Cooler than You Think
    7.8/10(270 votes)

    #16 - 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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  18. Background image for The Booth Job
    7.8/10(272 votes)

    #17 - 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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  19. Background image for Seven Names
    7.8/10(261 votes)

    #18 - 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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  20. Background image for Opening Night
    7.8/10(275 votes)

    #19 - Opening Night

    S2:E13

    Kristina and Adam catch Haddie sneaking around with Alex and forbid her from seeing him anymore. Sarah faces a new challenge when Drew tells her he needs to sell five hundred dollars worth of wrapping paper. Meanwhile, Crosby and Jasmine have to deal with Jabbar’s bad case of stage fright right before the school play.

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  21. Background image for A House Divided
    7.8/10(249 votes)

    #20 - A House Divided

    S2:E14

    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.

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  22. Background image for Just Go Home
    7.8/10(257 votes)

    #21 - Just Go Home

    S2:E15

    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.

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  23. Background image for Take the Leap
    7.8/10(253 votes)

    #22 - Take the Leap

    S2:E19

    Kristina and Adam have a surprise meeting with the principal of Max's school; Jasmine and Crosby become nostalgic for their past; Julia and Joel receive upsetting news.

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  24. Background image for I Don't Want to Do This Without You
    7.8/10(272 votes)

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

    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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  25. Background image for Tales from the Luncheonette
    7.8/10(233 votes)

    #24 - Tales from the Luncheonette

    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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  26. Background image for All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"No Good Deed" is the worst rated episode of "Parenthood". It scored 7.6/10 based on 281 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, "Put Yourself Out There".