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Single father George Altman is doing his best to raise his sixteen-year-old daughter Tessa in the big city. When he discovers a box of condoms in her bedroom, though, he decides the time has come

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 16 - How to Be a Baby
    6.6/10(169 votes)

    #1 - How to Be a Baby

    S2:E16

    Dalia tries to help Mr. Wolfe recover from his breakup with chef Alan; George and Dallas are caught in the crossfire when Noah becomes convinced that Carmen is the love of his life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 17 - Eat, Pray, Eat
    6.7/10(171 votes)

    #2 - Eat, Pray, Eat

    S2:E17

    When Dallas fears she will never compare to Alex, George's ex, she seeks solace in Jill Werner -- and carbs; Tessa thinks she has lost her youthful vigor; Noah uncovers a secret about his psychiatrist.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 4 - Don't Call Me Shirley
    6.8/10(310 votes)

    #3 - Don't Call Me Shirley

    S1:E4

    When Shelia's Shirley Temple doll collection is stolen, Tessa can't help but be amused, until she faces the consequences. Meanwhile, afraid of being burglarized, Dallas and Dalia stay at the Altman's house.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 14 - T-Ball & Sympathy
    6.8/10(167 votes)

    #4 - T-Ball & Sympathy

    S2:E14

    Tessa begins dispensing romantic advice—whether people ask for it or not—though her attempt to help Mr. Wolfe doesn’t work out so well. Meanwhile, George helps Dallas coach a T-ball team; and Noah and Dallas still can’t see eye to eye.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 18 - Brown Trembler
    6.8/10(163 votes)

    #5 - Brown Trembler

    S2:E18

    After Noah's divorce, George offers him and Opus a place to stay until they get back on their feet; Dallas realizes that Dalia is a hoarder; Fred asks Tessa to help him land his dream job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 16 - Poetic Injustice
    6.9/10(248 votes)

    #6 - Poetic Injustice

    S1:E16

    When Fred and Sheila strike up a croquet match with Dallas and George, Fred misreads Sheila's interest in George. Fred tells George that Sheila is fantasizing about him and asks him to seduce her. Meanwhile Tessa desperately wants to impress the new poetry teacher, Ms. Evans, but she seems to prefer Dalia's prose.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Andrew Guest

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  7. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 21 - The Great Compromise
    6.9/10(231 votes)

    #7 - The Great Compromise

    S1:E21

    While Tessa tries to adjust to living with Eden, George takes issue with Eden's parenting; Lisa and Malik consider which camp they should attend.

    Director:Randall Zisk
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 11 - Yakult Leader
    6.9/10(182 votes)

    #8 - Yakult Leader

    S2:E11

    When Yakult feels depressed, Dallas asks Yoni (Wilmer Valderrama) for help; the Shays ask Tessa to set Lisa up on a date.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Suburgatory Season 3 Episode 10 - No, You Can't Sit With Us
    6.9/10(143 votes)

    #9 - No, You Can't Sit With Us

    S3:E10

    Tessa decides to mentor young social outcast in the Miss Chatswin pageant to make a statement; Victor goes missing while on a camping trip with George, Noah and Fred.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 6 - Charity Case
    7.0/10(306 votes)

    #10 - Charity Case

    S1:E6

    Irritated by all the cafeteria waste at school, Tessa motivates the student body to get involved with giving back. Unfortunately their charity of choice involves helping residents of Florida improve their complexions. When Tessa introduces a homeless transsexual to the student body as part of a lesson, they decide that Tessa is really the person in need. Meanwhile George receives a large dental bill from Noah, which puts a strain on their relationship.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Adam Barr

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  11. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 14 - The Body
    7.0/10(253 votes)

    #11 - The Body

    S1:E14

    When Tessa realizes that she's failing gym class, she decides to run for student body president in hopes of changing Chatswin High's obsession with sports. During the election, Lisa steps in as Tessa's campaign manager against Kenzie and Kaitlyn. Meanwhile, Ryan is injured during a wrestling match and finds himself mourned by his family, and George takes Ryan under his wing and introduces him to people who have moved forward from setbacks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 17 - Independence Day
    7.0/10(250 votes)

    #12 - Independence Day

    S1:E17

    When George picks Tessa up late from school she decides to get a job working for Dallas in order to buy her own wheels. Meanwhile Dallas invites her sorority sisters to stay with her in order to celebrate the opening of her store, A Crystal Cup of Crystals; however her rival sorority sister, Tulsa, decides to crash the party.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 20 - Hear No Evil
    7.0/10(227 votes)

    #13 - Hear No Evil

    S1:E20

    As George and Eden's relationship gets serious, he decides to introduce her to Tessa, who is preoccupied with her job at Crystal Cup of Crystals. Meanwhile, George and Noah make a deal regarding George's relationship boundaries with Eden, and Eden is overwhelmed by Sheila's meddling and the Werners' overprotective behavior.

    Director:Peter Lauer
    Writer:Andrew Guest

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  14. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 6 - Friendship Fish
    7.0/10(186 votes)

    #14 - Friendship Fish

    S2:E6

    George starts to feel comfortable in the suburbs after Dallas gives him a makeover; while Malik is away for a couple days, Lisa decides to spend every minute with Tessa.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Drew Hancock

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  15. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 12 - Body Talk
    7.0/10(177 votes)

    #15 - Body Talk

    S2:E12

    Dallas learns that part of her property is in East Chatswin, meaning she gets kicked out of the country club and Dalia must attend a neighboring high school. Meanwhile, Tessa is tapped to produce a Chatswin High TV show called “Teen Talk,” but worries about her new responsibility when Ryan becomes the show’s host.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 13 - Blowtox and Burlap
    7.0/10(169 votes)

    #16 - Blowtox and Burlap

    S2:E13

    Tessa convinces Ryan to attend an art house movie with her on Valentine's Day; Sheila's mother, Gam Gam causes friction between Fred and Sheila; and when Dallas has a bad reaction to a cosmetic procedure, George has to enjoy an 18-course meal from renowned Chef Julio solo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 7 - Sweet Sixteen
    7.1/10(294 votes)

    #17 - Sweet Sixteen

    S1:E7

    When Tessa tells Dallas that she wants a simple get together for her sixteenth birthday, Dallas convinces her to let Dalia plan the ultimate birthday extravaganza at the country club, complete with a live performance by her favorite band, specialty drinks and go-go cages. Meanwhile George throws his back out and Sheila Shay takes it upon herself to care for him, even though George is terrified of her.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 12 - The Casino Trip
    7.1/10(274 votes)

    #18 - The Casino Trip

    S1:E12

    When George wins an all expenses paid trip to Atlantic City, he enlists Noah, Fred, Tom and Alex, and it turns into a getaway with the guys. During their trip they run into Steven Royce (who is supposed to be in Singapore), and they help Fred cope with his gambling problem. Meanwhile Tessa tries to get some alone time with Scott Strauss.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Andrew Guest

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  19. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 18 - Down Time
    7.1/10(251 votes)

    #19 - Down Time

    S1:E18

    When Dallas's divorce is finalized, George becomes concerned and includes her in a shopping trip with Noah to buy a new mattress. Meanwhile Dalia makes a breakthrough in therapy with her psychiatrist, Dr. Richard Rohl (James Lipton), Lisa and Malik try to set up Tessa, and Ryan takes Tessa on a date.

    Director:Alex Hardcastle
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Suburgatory Season 1 Episode 19 - Entering Eden
    7.1/10(245 votes)

    #20 - Entering Eden

    S1:E19

    George begins dating Eden (Alicia Silverstone), a woman he met at the town's farmer's market. Tessa helps Dalia find her missing dog.

    Director:Gail Mancuso
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 4 - Foam Finger
    7.1/10(203 votes)

    #21 - Foam Finger

    S2:E4

    When Dalia abandons her friends Kimantha, Kenzie and Kaitlyn to hang out with her father's fiancee, her former pals turn to Lisa and Tessa; George and Dallas take their relationship to the next level.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 8 - Black Thai
    7.1/10(187 votes)

    #22 - Black Thai

    S2:E8

    When Dalia receives a new car after PSAT results are released, Tessa becomes obsessed with finding out Dalia's score; Jill and Noah ask Mr. Wolfe to tutor their baby.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 9 - Junior Secretary's Day
    7.1/10(181 votes)

    #23 - Junior Secretary's Day

    S2:E9

    George has to manage Tessa's recovery after her wisdom teeth are removed and deal with Fred Shay, who has moved into their basement after a career setback; Dallas is insecure about her relationship with George.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Suburgatory Season 2 Episode 15 - Leaving Chatswin
    7.1/10(168 votes)

    #24 - Leaving Chatswin

    S2:E15

    George is deeply affected when Marty passes away; after learning that Ryan has been dishonest, Tessa considers the future of their relationship and her plans for college.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Drew Hancock

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  25. Suburgatory Season 3 Episode 1 - No Me Gusta, Mami
    7.1/10(177 votes)

    #25 - No Me Gusta, Mami

    S3:E1

    George hopes to rebuild his relationship with Tessa; upset about George and Dallas' breakup, Dalia shuns her mother.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Emily Kapnek

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Worst Episodes Summary

"How to Be a Baby" is the worst rated episode of "Suburgatory". It scored 6.6/10 based on 169 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/6/2013. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Eat, Pray, Eat".