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The Worst Episodes of The Fosters

Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's biological son...

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  1. Background image for Leaky Faucets
    5.8/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Leaky Faucets

    S2:E9

    The kids attend a festival. Ana wants to make amends with the twins.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Take Me Out
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Take Me Out

    S2:E2

    Brandon struggles with a major medical decision. Stef seeks answers on Mike's whereabouts.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Truth Be Told
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #3 - Truth Be Told

    S2:E5

    Callie worries about how her actions have impacted Jude. Emma puts Jesus in an awkward position.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for The Longest Day
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - The Longest Day

    S2:E7

    Dani deals with the consequences for what happened with Brandon. Jude and Callie spend the day on the Quinn's yacht.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Girls Reunited
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #5 - Girls Reunited

    S2:E8

    Callie returns to the Girl's United home to deal with lingering issues. Mariana and Jesus plan a group dinner for Mat and Hayley.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Highs & Lows
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #6 - Highs & Lows

    S4:E7

    When Jesus’s birth father, Gabe, doesn’t show up to work on Stef and Lena’s garage, Jesus takes on the job himself and gets injured in the process. An exhausted Mariana, deep into her robotics STEAM project, takes Jesus’ ADHD medicine for a boost. Callie and AJ find themselves in an awkward situation when Mike and Brandon unexpectedly come home early. Meanwhile, Stef lets Mike know that Brandon gave his hand injury settlement money to Cortney.

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  8. Background image for Insult to Injury
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #7 - Insult to Injury

    S4:E11

    In the aftermath of Jesus’ fight with Nick over Mariana, Jesus is knocked out. On the way to the hospital, things take a turn for the worse, leaving him fighting for his life. Meanwhile, Callie finds herself in a dangerous situation after taking a ride with Troy and Mariana is guilt-ridden over the fact that her actions led to Jesus’ current condition.

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  9. Background image for Engaged
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #8 - Engaged

    S5:E8

    Brandon throws a party which turns south when secrets are revealed. Mariana and Jude try to convince the students to vote against their school going private.

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  10. Background image for Sanctuary
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #9 - Sanctuary

    S5:E10

    Ximena and Callie are still in the church seeking sanctuary from ICE. The Adams Fosters’ offer support to the Sinfuego family as they struggle with their immigration status.

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    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #10 - Scars

    S5:E14

    Callie receives a surprising tip from an unexpected source. Meanwhile, Jude tries to assuage Noah’s fears about his budding relationship with fellow gamer Declan.

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  12. Background image for Meet The Fosters
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #11 - Meet The Fosters

    S5:E20

    One year later, the Adams Fosters comes together for some major celebrations.

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  13. Background image for Mother
    6.6/10(5 votes)

    #12 - Mother

    S2:E6

    Lena learns about a medical issue affecting her pregnancy. Stef confronts Mike about Ana.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for Now Hear This
    6.6/10(5 votes)

    #13 - Now Hear This

    S2:E18

    Mariana finds it difficult to deal with impending changes at home and focuses her attention on organizing a student protest over an administrative incident at school. Meanwhile, when she learns Kiara is back in town and on the streets, Callie is willing to do anything she can in order to help her friend, even if that means disobeying Stef’s orders and putting herself in danger. Jude finally confronts Connor over the mixed messages he’s been sending, leading to a make-or-break moment in their friendship.

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    Director:Rob Morrow
    Writer:Unknown
  15. Background image for Forty
    6.6/10(5 votes)

    #14 - Forty

    S4:E5

    Lena is excited that her family is coming together to throw her a 70s-themed 40th birthday party. But, when Lena’s mom Dana shares her suspicions about Stewart’s behavior, it threatens to put a damper on the festivities. Convinced her former foster brother Kyle has been wrongly convicted of murder, Callie and Aaron try to track down a witness in the case. Mariana and her female STEAM club teammates compete for an invite to the Regional Robotics Competition. Meanwhile, Jude is hurt to discover that Connor came to town and didn’t tell him, and Brandon considers drastic measures to make extra money.

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    6.6/10(5 votes)

    #15 - Justify

    S4:E6

    Lena is shocked by the news that her dad has been hiding something that directly puts them all in jeopardy. Additionally, she uncovers a major secret that Brandon has been keeping. Mariana continues to be pressured by Nick and must deal with direct opposition from the male members on her STEAM team. Meanwhile, Jesus grows resentful of Emma’s behavior, and Jude discovers Noah has a medical marijuana card.

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  17. Background image for Until Tomorrow
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #16 - Until Tomorrow

    S4:E20

    Callie faces a life-changing decision to take a plea deal and go to jail for three years, or go to trial and risk an even longer sentence. Even though Callie struggles with her own situation, she tries to help Diamond out of hers which becomes extremely dangerous. With only 24 hours to make a difference in Callie’s case, Stef and Mike ramp up their investigation into the Martha Johnson murder bringing in as many leads as possible. Lena confronts Drew about his campaign to make a major change at Anchor Beach Community Charter School, while Mariana rallies her fellow students to protest. Meanwhile, Jesus starts to put together the pieces about Emma.

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  18. Background image for Giving Up the Ghost
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #17 - Giving Up the Ghost

    S5:E16

    Stef confronts her demons and finally comes clean to Lena about what’s been troubling her. Mariana and Emma find themselves going head to head, putting Poppy and Jesus in an awkward position.

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  19. Background image for If You Only Knew
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #18 - If You Only Knew

    S2:E16

    Hiding a secret, Callie helps Daphne prepare for an official visit with her daughter, but both fear they may be recognized for their past actions. Things go awry when Brandon and his band play a "farm" party. With Mariana's urging, Stef and Lena consider Ana's proposal. Meanwhile, Jesus is offered an opportunity to attend a top-rated wrestling school.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  20. Background image for Not That Kind of Girl
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #19 - Not That Kind of Girl

    S2:E20

    Callie confronts demons from the past; Mariana worries about the future of Ana's baby; Jude deals with the repercussions of his poor decision; Lena discusses her domestic troubles with Monte.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  21. Background image for The End of the Beginning
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #20 - The End of the Beginning

    S2:E21

    Callie meets her grandfather, which gives her a new perspective on Robert. Meanwhile, Mariana gets ready for a crucial dance-team showdown; and Jude stands up for a friend.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  22. Background image for Safe
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #21 - Safe

    S4:E2

    After being given the all clear to head home, tensions are still running high in the Adams Foster household. Fragile and skittish from the school lockdown, the family sticks close, but their secrets keep them apart. Callie and Brandon anxiously wait for their moms to address their behavior in Idyllwild while Stef warns everyone to stay off their phones and computers due to the rumors swirling around their family.

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    Director:Rob Morrow
  23. Background image for Trust
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #22 - Trust

    S4:E3

    In the aftermath of the school lockdown, Mariana is called out by other students who blame her for Nick’s actions. Callie is also taunted at school and her inappropriate reaction gets her suspended. But what starts off as a punishment turns into an adventure when she meets Aaron, a handsome young law student who knows nothing about her or her past.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  24. Background image for Girl Code
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #23 - Girl Code

    S4:E8

    Mariana and Jesus compete in the First Robotics Southern California Regionals, but when Mariana gets too competitive under the stress, Lena grows alarmed. Callie gets a warning from the police to stop harassing Patrick Molloy. Brandon practices for his fast-approaching Julliard audition.

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    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writer:Unknown
  25. Background image for Dream a Little Dream
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #24 - Dream a Little Dream

    S4:E12

    As Stef and Lena stand vigil over an unconscious Jesus, he dreams of an alternate world wherein he tries to save Mariana but can’t get to her. Already stretched thin, the moms receive news that Callie is in serious legal trouble. Mariana seeks comfort in Mat’s arms, while Brandon tries to hold the family together.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for Cruel and Unusual
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #25 - Cruel and Unusual

    S4:E13

    Callie tries to keep to herself and focus on getting out of juvenile hall, but when she refuses a guard’s propositions, she ends up making an enemy. As Stef and Lena work to get Callie out of juvie, her biological father Robert turns up, angry for being kept in the dark. Meanwhile, Brandon’s questioning of a situation has consequences for Mariana. Jude gets a second chance with Noah, and Mike makes several life-changing decisions.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Worst Episodes Summary

"Leaky Faucets" is the worst rated episode of "The Fosters". It scored 5.8/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/11/2014. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Take Me Out".