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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...
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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 14 - Barry Goldberg's Day Off
    8.8/10(777 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.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Goldbergs Season 5 Episode 12 - Dinner with the Goldbergs
    8.7/10(613 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.

    Director:Joanna Kerns
    Writer:Andrew Secunda

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  3. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 23 - Livin' on a Prayer
    8.6/10(583 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.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writers:Adam F. Goldberg, Chris Bishop

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  4. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 11 - The Darryl Dawkins Dance
    8.4/10(512 votes)

    #4 - The Darryl Dawkins Dance

    S2:E11

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

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 12 - Cowboy Country
    8.3/10(477 votes)

    #5 - Cowboy Country

    S2:E12

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

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Stacey Harman

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  6. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 14 - You Opened the Door
    8.2/10(515 votes)

    #6 - 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.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 16 - Goldbergs Never Say Die!
    8.2/10(540 votes)

    #7 - Goldbergs Never Say Die!

    S1:E16

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

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 1 - Love Is a Mix Tape
    8.2/10(537 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 10 - DannyDonnieJoeJonJordan
    8.2/10(490 votes)

    #9 - DannyDonnieJoeJonJordan

    S2:E10

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

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Goldbergs Season 3 Episode 6 - Couples Costume
    8.2/10(441 votes)

    #10 - 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.

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Goldbergs Season 3 Episode 24 - Have a Summer
    8.2/10(404 votes)

    #11 - 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.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 1 - The Goldbergs’ Excellent Adventure
    8.2/10(376 votes)

    #12 - 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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  13. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 11 - Kara-Te
    8.1/10(534 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 20 - You're Not Invited
    8.1/10(485 votes)

    #14 - 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.

    Director:Michael Patrick Jann
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 22 - A Wrestler Named Goldberg
    8.1/10(495 votes)

    #15 - 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.

    Director:Ken Marino
    Writers:Sally Bradford McKenna, Vanessa McCarthy

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  16. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 6 - Big Baby Ball
    8.1/10(466 votes)

    #16 - Big Baby Ball

    S2:E6

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

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 15 - Happy Mom, Happy Life
    8.1/10(459 votes)

    #17 - Happy Mom, Happy Life

    S2:E15

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

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 24 - Goldbergs Feel Hard
    8.1/10(440 votes)

    #18 - 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.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Adam F. Goldberg

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  19. The Goldbergs Season 3 Episode 17 - The 'Dirty Dancing' Dance
    8.1/10(427 votes)

    #19 - 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.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Goldbergs Season 4 Episode 16 - The Kara-te Kid
    8.1/10(420 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. The Goldbergs Season 8 Episode 22 - The Proposal
    8.1/10(259 votes)

    #21 - The Proposal

    S8:E22

    Geoff shares with the JTP that he is planning on asking Erica to marry him and gives them the engagement ring for safekeeping. Like any good romantic comedy, several miscommunications and misunderstandings between Geoff and Erica’s friends and family result in a potential derailing of the proposal, forcing Adam to step in to keep the couple’s special moment alive.

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writers:Chris Bishop, Alex Barnow

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  22. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 7 - Call Me When You Get There
    8.0/10(561 votes)

    #22 - Call Me When You Get There

    S1:E7

    Barry neglects to follow his mother's most important rule about using the car after getting his driver's license.

    Director:Michael Patrick Jann
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 8 - The Kremps
    8.0/10(602 votes)

    #23 - The Kremps

    S1:E8

    Beverly invites the Kremps -- the all-American and seemingly perfect new neighbors -- over for a barbecue.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Darlene Hunt

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  24. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 21 - The Age of Darkness
    8.0/10(483 votes)

    #24 - The Age of Darkness

    S1:E21

    When Erica cannot be consoled after her boyfriend dumps her, Murray steps in to help; Barry becomes obsessed with a new arcade game.

    Director:Roger Kumble
    Writers:Andrew Secunda, Stacy Harman

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  25. The Goldbergs Season 2 Episode 3 - The Facts of Bleeping Life
    8.0/10(489 votes)

    #25 - 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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Best Episodes Summary

"Barry Goldberg's Day Off" is the best rated episode of "The Goldbergs". It scored 8.8/10 based on 777 votes. Directed by David Katzenberg and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/25/2015. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Dinner with the Goldbergs".