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The Worst Episodes of Smash

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The Worst Episodes of Smash

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

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  1. Background image for Enter Mr. DiMaggio
    7.2/10(252 votes)

    #1 - Enter Mr. DiMaggio

    S1:E3

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

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  2. Background image for The Read-Through
    7.3/10(133 votes)

    #2 - The Read-Through

    S2:E5

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

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  3. Background image for The Coup
    7.4/10(214 votes)

    #3 - The Coup

    S1:E8

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

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  4. Background image for Chemistry
    7.5/10(217 votes)

    #4 - Chemistry

    S1:E6

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

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  5. Background image for The Movie Star
    7.5/10(186 votes)

    #5 - The Movie Star

    S1:E11

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

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  6. Background image for The Dramaturg
    7.5/10(147 votes)

    #6 - The Dramaturg

    S2:E3

    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.

    Director:Larry Shaw
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  8. Background image for The Fringe
    7.5/10(128 votes)

    #7 - The Fringe

    S2:E6

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

    Director:Dan Lerner
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  9. Background image for The Callback
    7.6/10(291 votes)

    #8 - The Callback

    S1:E2

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

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  10. Background image for Let's Be Bad
    7.6/10(223 votes)

    #9 - Let's Be Bad

    S1:E5

    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.

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  11. Background image for Tech
    7.6/10(183 votes)

    #10 - Tech

    S1:E13

    "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.

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  12. Background image for The Fallout
    7.6/10(161 votes)

    #11 - The Fallout

    S2:E2

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

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  13. Background image for The Song
    7.6/10(147 votes)

    #12 - The Song

    S2:E4

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

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  14. Background image for Hell On Earth
    7.7/10(199 votes)

    #13 - Hell On Earth

    S1:E9

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

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  15. Background image for Previews
    7.7/10(181 votes)

    #14 - Previews

    S1:E14

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

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  16. Background image for Musical Chairs
    7.7/10(137 votes)

    #15 - Musical Chairs

    S2:E7

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

    Writer:Becky Mode
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  17. Background image for The Bells and Whistles
    7.7/10(127 votes)

    #16 - The Bells and Whistles

    S2:E8

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

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  18. Background image for Understudy
    7.8/10(205 votes)

    #17 - Understudy

    S1:E10

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

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  19. Background image for The Parents
    7.8/10(126 votes)

    #18 - The Parents

    S2:E9

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

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  20. Background image for The Surprise Party
    7.8/10(125 votes)

    #19 - The Surprise Party

    S2:E10

    Tom plans the birthday surprise of a lifetime for Ivy.

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  21. Background image for Publicity
    7.9/10(206 votes)

    #20 - Publicity

    S1:E12

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

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  22. Background image for On Broadway
    7.9/10(220 votes)

    #21 - On Broadway

    S2:E1

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

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  23. Background image for The Transfer
    7.9/10(123 votes)

    #22 - The Transfer

    S2:E15

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

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  24. Background image for The Nominations
    7.9/10(119 votes)

    #23 - The Nominations

    S2:E16

    Hit List and Bombshell face off at the Tonys.

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  25. Background image for Pilot
    8.0/10(403 votes)

    #24 - Pilot

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Michael Mayer
    Writer:Unknown
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  26. Background image for The Cost of Art
    8.0/10(270 votes)

    #25 - The Cost of Art

    S1:E4

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

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Enter Mr. DiMaggio" is the worst rated episode of "Smash". It scored 7.2/10 based on 252 votes. Directed by Michael Mayer and written by Theresa Rebeck, it aired on 2/20/2012. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Read-Through".