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The Best Episodes of The Goldbergs

Every episode of The Goldbergs ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Goldbergs!

The Best Episodes of The Goldbergs

Before there were parenting blogs, trophies for showing up, and peanut allergies, there was a simpler time called the '80s. For geeky 11-year old Adam...
  1. Background image for Barry Goldberg's Day Off
    8.7/10(772 votes)

    #1 - Barry Goldberg's Day Off

    S2:E14

    Barry pretends to be sick so he can have an epic day off -- but things don't go as planned. Pops and Adam try to help salvage Barry's day.

    Writer:Unknown
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  2. Background image for Dinner with the Goldbergs
    8.7/10(611 votes)

    #2 - Dinner with the Goldbergs

    S5:E12

    Erica warns Geoff about going to dinner with her family to celebrate her birthday, but he insists. Upon arrival, it’s apparent this will be no ordinary dinner out. By evening’s end, Geoff hits his breaking point.

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  3. Background image for Livin' on a Prayer
    8.5/10(579 votes)

    #3 - Livin' on a Prayer

    S1:E23

    When Murray's high school free throw record is broken, he attends a banquet as the guest of honor; Barry decides to throw a party.

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  4. Background image for The Darryl Dawkins Dance
    8.3/10(510 votes)

    #4 - The Darryl Dawkins Dance

    S2:E11

    Erica asks Beverly for help finding Barry a date. Adam and Pops get into an argument.

    Writer:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Goldbergs Never Say Die!
    8.2/10(537 votes)

    #5 - Goldbergs Never Say Die!

    S1:E16

    Inspired by "The Goonies," Adam recruits Barry, Emma and some friends to search for some missing family jewelry.

    Writer:Unknown
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  6. Background image for Love Is a Mix Tape
    8.2/10(535 votes)

    #6 - Love Is a Mix Tape

    S2:E1

    Beverly intercepts the mix tape Adam made for Dana, thinking he made it for her. Barry shows off his new fake I.D., which is quickly confiscated.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.2/10(489 votes)

    #7 - DannyDonnieJoeJonJordan

    S2:E10

    After the family cleans out the garage, Adam and Barry become unlikely fans of a boy band.

    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for Cowboy Country
    8.2/10(475 votes)

    #8 - Cowboy Country

    S2:E12

    Beverly can't accept Adam has deep feelings for Dana. Murray watches football with Lainey's dad.

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  10. Background image for The Goldbergs’ Excellent Adventure
    8.2/10(372 votes)

    #9 - The Goldbergs’ Excellent Adventure

    S9:E1

    The family pays tribute to Pops, venturing down memory lane by visiting Pops' favorite stomping grounds. Adam films the outing, giving it a "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" theme.

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Unknown
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  11. Background image for You Opened the Door
    8.1/10(512 votes)

    #10 - You Opened the Door

    S1:E14

    Beverly insists on chaperoning when Dana and Adam go to their first school dance together; Murray decides to talk about the birds and the bees with Barry.

    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Goldbergs Feel Hard
    8.1/10(436 votes)

    #11 - Goldbergs Feel Hard

    S2:E24

    Beverly and Murray react as Erica readies to head out of town for the summer, while Barry becomes the school mascot.

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  13. Background image for Couples Costume
    8.1/10(438 votes)

    #12 - Couples Costume

    S3:E6

    Adam chooses to spend Halloween night with Dana rather than Beverly, who decides to teach her son a lesson about the dangers of the holiday. Adam regrets taking Barry and Erica's advice to visit a haunted house when he's expected to go back inside to find Dana's lost promise ring.

    Writer:Unknown
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  14. Background image for The 'Dirty Dancing' Dance
    8.1/10(425 votes)

    #13 - The 'Dirty Dancing' Dance

    S3:E17

    Beverly helps Erica plan a "Dirty Dancing" themed dance at school, only to turn on Erica when she realizes it may be inappropriate. Meanwhile, Murray tries to learn dancing with Adam with little luck.

    Writer:Unknown
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  15. Background image for Have a Summer
    8.1/10(403 votes)

    #14 - Have a Summer

    S3:E24

    Adam and his soon-to-be freshman pals live in fear of the hazing they expect to get from the senior class, but then Adam body slams his way to earning their respect in the Season 3 finale. In other happenings, Erica and her friends decide what to put in a time capsule.

    Writer:Unknown
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  16. Background image for The Kara-te Kid
    8.1/10(420 votes)

    #15 - The Kara-te Kid

    S4:E16

    Inspired by the "Karate Kid" films, Adam and the other Adam Goldberg face off in a karate match to settle once and for all a long-running feud. Barry and Adam go to Uncle Marvin for training, but the only thing they learn is how to clean an apartment. Meanwhile, when Erica and Geoff's relationship becomes public, they realize that they aren't the good guys.

    Director:Anton Cropper
    Writer:Unknown
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  17. Background image for Kara-Te
    8.0/10(531 votes)

    #16 - Kara-Te

    S1:E11

    Barry signs up for a holiday talent show at the school, but karate isn't approved as a talent; Pops coerces Erica into performing in the show.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Unknown
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  18. Background image for You're Not Invited
    8.0/10(481 votes)

    #17 - You're Not Invited

    S1:E20

    Adam is excited for his birthday party, but Barry thinks he should change the theme; Murray and Pops are captivated by the opening of Al Capone's safe.

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  19. Background image for A Wrestler Named Goldberg
    8.0/10(492 votes)

    #18 - A Wrestler Named Goldberg

    S1:E22

    When Beverly learns that Barry lied about joining the wrestling team, she takes matters into her own hands; Erica flakes on a promise to take Adam to the premiere of "Return of the Jedi.

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  20. Background image for The Facts of Bleeping Life
    8.0/10(485 votes)

    #19 - The Facts of Bleeping Life

    S2:E3

    Prince Charles and Lady Di's impending nuptials inspire Beverly to plan a vow renewal. Barry hopes his band will win him Lainey's attention.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Big Baby Ball
    8.0/10(462 votes)

    #20 - Big Baby Ball

    S2:E6

    Beverly intervenes after Mr. Meller singles Adam out; Erica beats Barry at a new board game.

    Writer:Unknown
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  22. Background image for Van People
    8.0/10(443 votes)

    #21 - Van People

    S2:E13

    After Murray takes Erica's car privileges away, she and Barry retaliate by purchasing a used van; Adam is disappointed when he is voted "nicest guy" in the yearbook.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
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  23. Background image for Happy Mom, Happy Life
    8.0/10(458 votes)

    #22 - Happy Mom, Happy Life

    S2:E15

    Beverly compromises Dana and Adam's assignment to parent a doll; Erica tries to get back at Barry.

    Writer:Unknown
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  24. Background image for The Lost Boy
    8.0/10(437 votes)

    #23 - The Lost Boy

    S2:E16

    Adam attends a Phillies game with his dad and ends up lost in the stadium after Murray allows him to leave his seat on his own. Elsewhere, Beverly's guilt trip backfires when Erica and Barry drive off without her during an argument on their way home from the mall.

    Writer:Unknown
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  25. Background image for Boy Barry
    8.0/10(431 votes)

    #24 - Boy Barry

    S3:E5

    Upset by Barry's insecurity in their relationship, Lainey sets out to teach him a lesson with Erica's help. However, the situation turns into something totally different and Barry goes to school dressed like Boy George hoping it will change. Meanwhile, Beverly doesn't approve Murray's new mustache so she shaves it off but it backfires.

    Writer:Unknown
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  26. Background image for Lainey Loves Lionel
    8.0/10(411 votes)

    #25 - Lainey Loves Lionel

    S3:E14

    Beverly forbids Adam to see the movie "Porky's," so Murray pushes him to break the rules. But the plan backfires when Beverly forbids Adam to use the phone for Valentine's Day. Meanwhile, Barry tries too hard to impress Lainey for the holiday using the music of Lionel Ritchie.

    Writer:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Barry Goldberg's Day Off" is the best rated episode of "The Goldbergs". It scored 8.7/10 based on 772 votes. Directed by David Katzenberg and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/25/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Dinner with the Goldbergs".