The Goldbergs

The Best Episodes of The Goldbergs Season 1

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

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. 8.6/10(561 votes)

    #1 - Livin' on a Prayer

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    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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  2. 8.2/10(520 votes)

    #2 - Goldbergs Never Say Die!

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    S1:E16

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

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  3. 8.1/10(493 votes)

    #3 - You Opened the Door

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    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.

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  4. 8.1/10(476 votes)

    #4 - A Wrestler Named Goldberg

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    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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  5. 8.0/10(513 votes)

    #5 - Kara-Te

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    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.

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    Director:Seth Gordon
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  6. 8.0/10(466 votes)

    #6 - You're Not Invited

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    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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  8. 7.9/10(550 votes)

    #7 - Who Are You Going to Telephone?

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    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.

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  9. 7.9/10(539 votes)

    #8 - Call Me When You Get There

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    S1:E7

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

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  10. 7.9/10(579 votes)

    #9 - The Kremps

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    S1:E8

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

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  11. 7.9/10(471 votes)

    #10 - The Other Smother

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    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.

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  12. 7.9/10(458 votes)

    #11 - For Your Own Good

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    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.

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  13. 7.9/10(465 votes)

    #12 - The Age of Darkness

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    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.

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  14. 7.8/10(462 votes)

    #13 - Muscles Mirsky

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    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.

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  15. 7.8/10(465 votes)

    #14 - The President's Fitness Test

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    S1:E19

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

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  16. 7.7/10(551 votes)

    #15 - The Ring

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    S1:E5

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

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    Director:Seth Gordon
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  17. 7.7/10(498 votes)

    #16 - Shopping

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    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.

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  18. 7.6/10(608 votes)

    #17 - Mini Murray

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    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.

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  19. 7.6/10(451 votes)

    #18 - Lame Gretzky

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    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.

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  20. 7.5/10(560 votes)

    #19 - Why're You Hitting Yourself?

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    S1:E4

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

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  21. 7.5/10(501 votes)

    #20 - Stop Arguing and Start Thanking

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    S1:E9

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

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  22. 7.5/10(473 votes)

    #21 - You're Under Foot

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    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.

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    Director:Seth Gordon
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  23. 7.4/10(658 votes)

    #22 - Daddy Daughter Day

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    S1:E2

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

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  24. 7.3/10(810 votes)

    #23 - Circle of Driving

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    S1:E1

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

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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 561 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, "Goldbergs Never Say Die!".