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Maya DiMeo is a mom on a mission who will do anything for her husband, Jimmy, and kids Ray, Dylan, and JJ, her eldest son with special needs. As Maya fights injustices both real and

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Speechless Season 1 Episode 18 - D-I-- DING
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    #1 - D-I-- DING

    S1:E18

    After leaving a note behind Maya’s back, Ray takes sides against the family when Maya dings a nearby car. Following through on a promise, Jimmy and Dylan share a moment, as father and daughter are on a search in the back room at the local supermarket while JJ teaches a rude customer a lesson, and a moonlighting Kenneth hides his side job from the DiMeos.

    Director:Cherie Nowlan
    Writer:Matt Roller

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  2. Speechless Season 1 Episode 19 - C-H-- CHEATER!
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    #2 - C-H-- CHEATER!

    S1:E19

    Maya and Kenneth work together to hold JJ accountable for his academic future when he cheats on an exam at school. Meanwhile, Ray gets into a get-rich scheme.

    Director:Michael Weaver
    Writer:Ron McCants

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  3. Speechless Season 1 Episode 20 - R-U-N-- RUNAWAY
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    #3 - R-U-N-- RUNAWAY

    S1:E20

    When Maya learns JJ attempted to run away, she is determined to help him complete the task as any able-bodied person could, but her actions exasperate JJ, as he longs for independence. Meanwhile, Jimmy struggles to have hard talks with the kids without Maya, and Dylan tries to get Kenneth to revive his glory days as a high school sports star.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Mark Kunerth

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  4. Speechless Season 2 Episode 6 - S-H–SHIPPING
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    #4 - S-H–SHIPPING

    S2:E6

    JJ’s pressured to date a new student at school who also has cerebral palsy. Maya and Jimmy teach Ray and his girlfriend to think less. Dylan teams with Lafayette alumni to rebel against the school’s “no-prank” initiative.

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writer:Niki Schwartz-Wright

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  5. Speechless Season 2 Episode 7 - B-R-I-- BRITISH I-N-V-- INVASION
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    #5 - B-R-I-- BRITISH I-N-V-- INVASION

    S2:E7

    The family works to impress Maya's mother, who is visiting for Thanksgiving; Jimmy deals with getting older; Kenneth dreads spending the holiday with his overbearing father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Speechless Season 2 Episode 10 - S-I-- SILENT N-I-- NIGHT
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    #6 - S-I-- SILENT N-I-- NIGHT

    S2:E10

    After leveraging JJ in an attempt to land a family dog, Dylan takes a vow of silence to better understand what it is to be her brother. Ray brokers a meeting between his girlfriend’s mother, Melanie, and Maya, only to realize they have a history. Jimmy drives Kenneth crazy by gaming a supermarket giveaway to score free Christmas turkeys.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writers:Dan Holden, Shana Goldberg-Meehan, Daniel Chun

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  7. Speechless Season 2 Episode 11 - N-E-- NEW Y-- YEAR'S E-- EVE
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    #7 - N-E-- NEW Y-- YEAR'S E-- EVE

    S2:E11

    Jimmy convinces Maya to go on a much-needed night out together where they drink through Maya’s urge to rush home to the kids. Back at the house, Ray and Kenneth avoid being alone with their dates, while JJ, sidelined by a broken wheelchair, ends up getting more excitement than he expected. Meanwhile, Dylan spends her night trying to win the affection of the new family dog.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Speechless Season 2 Episode 12 - THE H-U-S-- HUSTLE
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    #8 - THE H-U-S-- HUSTLE

    S2:E12

    Maya and Jimmy get pulled into a school fundraiser where Maya makes a new friend and Jimmy discovers the benefits of being tall. Ray, tired of being the responsible sibling, explores his reckless side with JJ and Dylan; and Kenneth tries to win over a crowd with his DJ skills.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Speechless Season 2 Episode 14 - E-I-- EIGHTEEN
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    #9 - E-I-- EIGHTEEN

    S2:E14

    J.J. struggles with not being treated like an adult on his 18th birthday; he learns a valuable lesson from Kenneth; an exchange student moves in with Taylor; Dylan is recruited to be on the school's wrestling team.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Dan Holden

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  10. Speechless Season 2 Episode 15 - U-N– UNFORGETTABLE P-A– PAIN
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    #10 - U-N– UNFORGETTABLE P-A– PAIN

    S2:E15

    Ray is miserable after breaking up with Taylor. When Maya cheers him up with a day out, Ray has a plan of his own. Meanwhile, JJ is nervous about his first friend date with Aaron, so Dylan offers to make sure everything goes smoothly; however, it’s everything but smooth. And Kenneth teaches Jimmy how to be the one in charge at home.

    Director:Anya Adams
    Writer:Elizabeth Beckwith

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  11. Speechless Season 2 Episode 16 - A-C-- ACTION
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    #11 - A-C-- ACTION

    S2:E16

    JJ’s thrilled when he is chosen by his classmates to film his horror movie project, but soon the pressure of directing gets to him. Meanwhile, Dylan’s class project reveals a family secret; and Jimmy’s suggestions for the neighbor’s house construction project backfires for the DiMeos.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writers:Carrie Rosen, Zach Anner

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  12. Speechless Season 3 Episode 4 - N-E-- NEW JJ
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    #12 - N-E-- NEW JJ

    S3:E4

    Seeking a new outlet for her superpowers as JJ prepares for college, Maya sets her sights on a receptive Ray. JJ gets involved in a (too) high stakes poker game, while Dylan discovers what really happens after her bedtime.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:Carrie Rosen

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  13. Speechless Season 3 Episode 5 - S-T– STAGE MOM
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    #13 - S-T– STAGE MOM

    S3:E5

    Seeing the kids believe she exists to solely serve at their pleasure, Maya takes the stage to prove she has so much more to offer. Kenneth finds JJ a job, and JJ finds an unlikely rival. Ray goes undercover informing parents on his classmates’ social lives and gets in too deep.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Speechless Season 3 Episode 6 - C-E– CELEBRITY S-U– SUITE
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    #14 - C-E– CELEBRITY S-U– SUITE

    S3:E6

    When the DiMeos land in the hospital on Thanksgiving, Maya’s determination to save the holiday leads to an uneasy truce with her rival, Melanie Hertzal; and Jimmy gets jealous when Kenneth bonds with his brother, Billy. Meanwhile, wounds from an old breakup are re-opened, but Ray finds brand-new love in an unlikely place.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Seth Kurland

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  15. Speechless Season 3 Episode 7 - F-O– FOLLOW T-H-R– THROUGH
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    #15 - F-O– FOLLOW T-H-R– THROUGH

    S3:E7

    The DiMeos realize they have great intentions but lack follow-through when it comes to … everything. Vowing to change, Ray and Dylan take on government bureaucracy; Kenneth helps JJ prepare for college; and Maya tries to reconnect with Jimmy.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writers:Elizabeth Beckwith, Dan Holden

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  16. Speechless Season 3 Episode 8 - J-I–JINGLE T-H–THON
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    #16 - J-I–JINGLE T-H–THON

    S3:E8

    A Christmas tree fire leads Maya to tell a small lie with big consequences. Meanwhile, Ray struggles to live in Pepper’s shadow as Dylan twists the knife, and JJ encourages Kenneth to stand up to his sisters.

    Director:Rob Cohen
    Writer:Greg Gallant

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  17. Speechless Season 3 Episode 9 - J-A– JAVIER’S P-A– PANTS
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    #17 - J-A– JAVIER’S P-A– PANTS

    S3:E9

    Maya lends a helping hand to frenemy Melanie and finds her life taking a surprising turn. Dylan joins the Lafayette basketball team, where her lousy sportsmanship gets results. Jimmy makes up for lost father-son time with Ray.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writers:Brian Kratz, Joshua Corey

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  18. Speechless Season 3 Episode 10 - R-O– ROLL M-O– MODEL
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    #18 - R-O– ROLL M-O– MODEL

    S3:E10

    JJ challenges Maya’s mentoring tactics when she takes a father and his young son with special needs under her wing. Dylan and Ray attend a teen support group for all the wrong reasons. Meanwhile, Jimmy’s gorgeous new TV sets him on a journey for self-betterment.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Speechless Season 3 Episode 11 - H– HEY, YOU
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    #19 - H– HEY, YOU

    S3:E11

    Maya is less than thrilled when Kenneth interferes with her business plans with Melanie. Ray begs JJ to cast him opposite his new crush, Izzy, in his next movie, which has unexpected consequences. Meanwhile, Dylan is impressed with Jimmy’s band.

    Director:Molly McGlynn
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Speechless Season 3 Episode 12 - O–OUR M-A-G–MAGEDDON
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    #20 - O–OUR M-A-G–MAGEDDON

    S3:E12

    Dylan is horrified to realize people see her as a mini version of Maya, and makes a point to exert her individuality. JJ and Ray each cope with their feelings for shared crush, Izzy. Meanwhile, Kenneth turns to an unwilling Jimmy for help with Joyce.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Speechless Season 3 Episode 13 - F-A– FASHION 4 A– ALL
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    #21 - F-A– FASHION 4 A– ALL

    S3:E13

    Maya and Melanie take their promising new fashion line to the 2019 Abilities Expo, only to walk into a room full of familiar and unfriendly faces. Ray accompanies JJ on an overnight college visit. Meanwhile, Dylan’s test scores lead her first to Mr. Powers’ office hours, then to a journey within.

    Director:Anya Adams
    Writers:Daniel Chun, Greg Gallant

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  22. Speechless Season 3 Episode 14 - J-I– JIMMY V-A-L– VALENTINE
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    #22 - J-I– JIMMY V-A-L– VALENTINE

    S3:E14

    JJ’s love-match with Izzy becomes a cage match with Kenneth. Maya and Jimmy dismiss Valentine’s Day as a holiday for suckers until they find a way to profit from it. Unable to find a date to a prepaid romantic night out, Ray brings Dylan.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:Elizabeth Beckwith

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  23. Speechless Season 3 Episode 15 - G-A– GAME N-I– NIGHT
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    #23 - G-A– GAME N-I– NIGHT

    S3:E15

    When Maya insists that it’s time to meet Izzy, a reluctant JJ arranges a game night for his family and new girlfriend. Ray tries to help on the big night, but his attention to detail puts a major crimp in JJ’s evening. Meanwhile, Dylan and Kenneth let their appetites get the better of them.

    Director:Anya Adams
    Writers:Seth Kurland, Eric Wojtanik

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  24. Speechless Season 3 Episode 16 - W-H– WHEELCHAIR P-L– PLANET
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    #24 - W-H– WHEELCHAIR P-L– PLANET

    S3:E16

    The DiMeos come together to help JJ shoot a last-minute film for his college application, working against the clock and Maya’s own best interests. Jimmy makes an embarrassing gaffe with JJ’s beloved, and Kenneth and Ray scramble to suppress embarrassing secrets.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Speechless Season 3 Episode 17 - S-P– SPECIAL B– BOY T-I– TIME
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    #25 - S-P– SPECIAL B– BOY T-I– TIME

    S3:E17

    Ray’s attempt to manipulate Maya over an unfulfilled promise of mother-son time backfires when she calls his bluff. JJ tries a new aide after he and Kenneth agree to spend a day apart. Meanwhile, Jimmy’s unsure how to handle Dylan’s teen angst when she invites a boy over.

    Director:Rob Cohen
    Writer:Broti Gupta

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Worst Episodes Summary

"D-I-- DING" is the worst rated episode of "Speechless". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Cherie Nowlan and written by Matt Roller, it aired on 3/15/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "C-H-- CHEATER!".