Every season of Smash ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best seasons of Smash!

As the concept of "Marilyn the Musical" begins to take shape, two very different actresses are dying for a chance at the lead.

Pilot

The final decision is revealed after Ivy and Karen are brought back for a second callback.

The Callback

The search begins for a Joe DiMaggio to play opposite Marilyn - but everyone's first choice, Michael, has a secret.

Enter Mr. DiMaggio

Tensions between Karen and Ivy run high as workshop rehearsals begin; Derek throws a birthday party for an old friend.

The Cost of Art

Karen finds a new use for her acting talents as she joins Dev at a high-powered government party. Meanwhile, the drama between Michael and Julia heats up.

Let's Be Bad

Ivy faces major vocal issues, while Julia struggles to avoid Michael. Meanwhile, Karen books a side gig at a bar mitzvah.

Chemistry

Everything comes to a head as Eileen, Derek and the team present "Marilyn the Musical" to would-be investors.

The Workshop

Ivy remains in the dark about her fate, while Derek recruits Karen to help him steal the musical from Tom and Julia.

The Coup

The team begins their pursuit of a marquee star, as Eileen charges Tom and Julia with finding a title for the newly reinvigorated musical.

Hell On Earth

The show has landed star Rebecca Duvall, but Eileen is thrown into a panic when Rebecca gets stuck in Cuba.

Understudy

"Bombshell" is turned upside down by the arrival of movie star Rebecca Duvall.

The Movie Star

Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall... but can Rebecca be trusted?

Publicity

"Bombshell" moves to Boston as it finally finds its way to the stage. Meanwhile, Karen reaches a turning point; she must choose between Dev and the show.

Tech

"Bombshell" faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall.

Previews

The big night is finally here. Tom and Julia race against time to save the show, while Derek makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen and Ivy forever.

Bombshell

A scandal puts Bombshell's fate in jeopardy, while new talent is discovered in an unexpected place.

On Broadway

The Fallout

Eileen makes a bold move to reinvent Bombshell, while Ivy auditions for a lead role that could make her the star she's always dreamed of being.

The Dramaturg

Peter challenges Julia's pride while Jimmy trips over his; Ronnie defies her powerful mother.

The Song

All eyes are on Julia's reworked book, Hit List has its first read-through and Ivy meets her new co-star.

The Read-Through

Derek and Karen make a tough decision as "Hit List" faces its first performance.

The Fringe

Tensions boil on Liaisons, while Eileen may have found the key to saving Bombshell.

Musical Chairs

When Derek and Jimmy butt heads over "Hit List," Karen gets caught in the crossfire.

The Bells and Whistles

Ivy's mom joins the "Bombshell" cast; a visit from Karen's dad causes tension at "Hit List."

The Parents

Tom plans the birthday surprise of a lifetime for Ivy.

The Surprise Party

A wardrobe malfunction forces Ivy into a risky choice; tensions mount at Hit List.

The Dress Rehearsal

Bombshell's opening night is a wild one! Jesse L. Martin, Bernadette Peters, Rosie O'Donnell, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jamey Sheridan guest star.

Opening Night

Jimmy goes off the rails, threatening the future of Hit List.

The Producers

An unexpected tragedy bonds the casts of Hit List and Bombshell.

The Phenomenon

Betrayal rocks "Hit List;" Ivy's forced to do damage control on her public image.

The Transfer

Hit List and Bombshell face off at the Tonys.

The Nominations

The Tonys

Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."

The Best Seasons of Smash

The Best Seasons of Smash

Season 1

Season 2