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The Best Episodes of The Goldbergs Season 1

Every episode of The Goldbergs Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Goldbergs Season 1!

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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 these were his wonder years and he faced them armed

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 23 - Livin' on a Prayer
    8.6/10(599 votes)

    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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  2. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 14 - You Opened the Door
    8.2/10(531 votes)

    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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  3. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 16 - Goldbergs Never Say Die!
    8.2/10(559 votes)

    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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  4. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 11 - Kara-Te
    8.1/10(551 votes)

    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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  5. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 20 - You're Not Invited
    8.1/10(499 votes)

    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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  6. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 22 - A Wrestler Named Goldberg
    8.1/10(506 votes)

    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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  7. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 7 - Call Me When You Get There
    8.0/10(577 votes)

    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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  8. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 8 - The Kremps
    8.0/10(607 votes)

    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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  9. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 6 - Who Are You Going to Telephone?
    7.9/10(590 votes)

    S1:E6

    Beverly is disappointed when the kids don't want to celebrate Halloween with her; Beverly tries to get Barry's crush to go out with him.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 13 - The Other Smother
    7.9/10(508 votes)

    S1:E13

    Beverly runs into her enemy, Betsy Rubenstone; Murray and Adam try to rent a video but are forced to pay a late fee.

    Director:Michael Patrick Jann
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 18 - For Your Own Good
    7.9/10(492 votes)

    S1:E18

    Murray retaliates when Beverly swaps out his favorite easy chair with something new; Barry tries to rescue Adam when he is bullied on the school bus.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Niki Schwartz-Wright

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  12. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 19 - The President's Fitness Test
    7.9/10(498 votes)

    S1:E19

    Beverly gets Adam out of the Presidential Physical fitness test; Erica's pen pal visits and Barry tries to impress her.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writers:Chris Bishop, Aaron Kaczander

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  13. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 21 - The Age of Darkness
    7.9/10(496 votes)

    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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  14. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 5 - The Ring
    7.8/10(591 votes)

    S1:E5

    Adam, Erica and Barry learn about Murray's romantic past while cleaning out the garage; Adam falls for his neighbor.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 15 - Muscles Mirsky
    7.8/10(499 votes)

    S1:E15

    Erica breaks a trust agreement with Beverly when she sneaks out to a college party and ends up needing her mother to rescue her; Barry tells Adam that men and women can't be friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Matt Tarses

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  16. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 10 - Shopping
    7.7/10(537 votes)

    S1:E10

    When Erica starts working at a local department store, Beverly's bargain-hunting dreams come true; Adam and Barry go to the racetrack with Pops.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 3 - Mini Murray
    7.6/10(654 votes)

    S1:E3

    Barry goes to work at the furniture store with Murray; Adam and Pops struggle to keep the fact that they watched an R-rated movie from Beverly.

    Director:Troy Miller
    Writers:Andrew Secunda, Alex Barnow, Marc Firek

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  18. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 9 - Stop Arguing and Start Thanking
    7.6/10(541 votes)

    S1:E9

    When Murray's brother, Marvin, visits, there is a surprise in store.

    Director:Matt Sohn
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 17 - Lame Gretzky
    7.6/10(486 votes)

    S1:E17

    Adam tries to impress Murray with his ice hockey skills, while Murray tries to pretend he likes Adam's movies; Beverly hounds Erica about her S.A.T.s.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Niki Schwartz-Wright

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  20. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 4 - Why're You Hitting Yourself?
    7.5/10(602 votes)

    S1:E4

    Barry and Adam bond over the discovery of a TV channel; Beverly involves herself in her father's dating life.

    Director:Jason Ensler
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 12 - You're Under Foot
    7.5/10(511 votes)

    S1:E12

    When Pops goes to the shop with Murray for a little change of pace, he criticizes how Murray does business; Erica and Barry give Adam advice when Dana Caldwell comes over to study.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 2 - Daddy Daughter Day
    7.4/10(707 votes)

    S1:E2

    Erica's moodiness puts the family roller-skating tradition at risk; Beverly takes Adam school clothes shopping.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Goldbergs Season 1 Episode 1 - Circle of Driving
    7.3/10(871 votes)

    S1:E1

    Hoping to receive a car for his birthday, Barry is shocked by what his mother gives him; Adam asks Pop for advice.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Adam F. Goldberg

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Livin' on a Prayer" is the best rated episode of "The Goldbergs" season 1. It scored 8.6/10 based on 599 votes. Directed by Claire Scanlon and written by Adam F. Goldberg, Chris Bishop, it aired on 5/13/2014. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "You Opened the Door".