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The Worst Episodes of The Goldbergs

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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 Worst Episode
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    The Goldbergs Season 8 Episode 6 - Eracism
    5.3/10(459 votes)

    #1 - Eracism

    S8:E6

    Adam sets out to create a movie that will tackle racism but realizes he is out of his depth on the subject due to his sheltered upbringing. Meanwhile, Geoff is determined to teach Erica and Barry to become better people.

    Director:Eric Dean Seaton
    Writers:Peter Dirksen, Jonathan M. Howard

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  2. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 1 - If You Build It
    6.2/10(275 votes)

    #2 - If You Build It

    S10:E1

    With everyone living back at home, the house is full of Goldberg chaos and also ... Goldberg stuff, which is driving pregnant Erica bonkers and leads her to enlist Beverly's help in clearing things out for the baby. Meanwhile, Adam and Barry are forced to share a bedroom to make room for the baby nursery. Adam can't handle how insufferable Barry is, so he comes up with the ultimate prank to get back at him.

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Elizabeth Beckwith

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  3. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 19 - Flowers for Barry
    6.4/10(158 votes)

    #3 - Flowers for Barry

    S10:E19

    Beverly discovers the complicated world of adult relationships is filled with minefields when she opens her mind to dating. Meanwhile, Barry discovers a new passion.

    Director:Melissa Kosar
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 14 - The Steve Weekend
    6.5/10(217 votes)

    #4 - The Steve Weekend

    S9:E14

    When Erica and Geoff plan a joint bachelor/bachelorette party at the beach, Barry finds himself face-to-face with his ex-girlfriends and their current boyfriends - causing him to spiral in his attempt to stand out during the festivities. Meanwhile, Adam decides to intervene when Lou takes over planning the wedding video, ultimately bringing the families together.

    Director:Vernon Davidson
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 2 - That's A Schwartz Man
    6.5/10(204 votes)

    #5 - That's A Schwartz Man

    S10:E2

    With both sides of the family eager for answers on Geoff and Erica's pregnancy, they decide to keep their baby's sex a surprise. However, a sonagram finding from Lou Schwartz might provide an unexpected discovery. Meanwhile, Adam recruits Glascott to help his mother cope with his departure for NYU; but when he later has a change of heart about heading off to college, he sources a job as the personal assistant to a special celebrity to help lessen the blow when news of his deferred enrollment is delivered to Beverly.  

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 20 - Uptown Boy
    6.5/10(160 votes)

    #6 - Uptown Boy

    S10:E20

    With Erica at a crossroads about her future, she draws inspiration from Baby Boom and crafts a plan to "have it all." Meanwhile, Adam remakes the "Uptown Girl" music video, meets Carmen's father and learns to be more of a "downtown man.".

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 5 - An Itch Like No Other
    6.6/10(215 votes)

    #7 - An Itch Like No Other

    S9:E5

    Mr. Glascott moves in next door and slowly goes from friendly neighbor to cluelessly intrusive, until Beverly comes up with a plan to occupy his time with a new friend. Barry lands in urgent care with a case of poison ivy in a compromising area - his rear end, testing Erica and Geoff's parenting skills.

    Director:Christine Lakin
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 15 - The Wedding
    6.6/10(246 votes)

    #8 - The Wedding

    S9:E15

    After learning no one made the deposit on the wedding venue, Geoff scrambles to help fix the oversight before Beverly finds out; and to make matters worse, a weather advisory threatens a major storm is imminent which could jeopardize the entire event on the landmark 200th episode.

    Director:Matt Mira
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 4 - Man of the House
    6.6/10(181 votes)

    #9 - Man of the House

    S10:E4

    With everyone preoccupied with the new baby on the way, Erica's graduation is met with lackluster enthusiasm from Beverly and Geoff. Meanwhile, Adam's new job is in jeopardy and Barry tries to be the new man of the house.

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Vanessa McCarthy

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  10. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 6 - DKNY
    6.6/10(181 votes)

    #10 - DKNY

    S10:E6

    In homage to the classic Halloween movies of the '80s, Geoff's terror over Beverly controlling all baby-care duties turns into a jump-scare-filled comedic thriller. Meanwhile, Adam is excited to spend Halloween visiting Dave Kim at NYU; however, his feelings change when he discovers that Dave Kim has reinvented himself.

    Director:Jason Blount
    Writer:Elizabeth Beckwith

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  11. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 11 - Blade Runner: The Musical
    6.6/10(175 votes)

    #11 - Blade Runner: The Musical

    S10:E11

    Adam's creative funk is revitalized by a new job in the arts, but his overzealous management style causes Beverly to do something unthinkable! Meanwhile, as a young father, Geoff finds it difficult to relate to the JTP.

    Director:Princess Monique Filmz
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 13 - Moms Need Other Moms
    6.6/10(167 votes)

    #12 - Moms Need Other Moms

    S10:E13

    Erica's world opens when she befriends another young mom; Barry and Adam team up for a money-making performance inspired by a kooky '80s educational entertainer.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Aaron Kaczander

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  13. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 15 - The Crush
    6.6/10(164 votes)

    #13 - The Crush

    S10:E15

    Barry makes an impulsive decision and finds himself caught in a lie; Beverly's infatuation with a potential "special someone" causes a roller coaster of emotions.

    Director:Christine Lakin
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Goldbergs Season 8 Episode 11 - Quaker Warden
    6.7/10(239 votes)

    #14 - Quaker Warden

    S8:E11

    After realizing how little time Adam has left at William Penn, a sentimental Beverly decides to get more involved at the school, to Adam and Principal Ball’s dismay. In order to prevent her from intervening with Senior Skip Day, Adam and Principal Ball team up to put Beverly through an intense Quaker Warden training, which ends up backfiring.

    Director:Vernon Davidson
    Writer:Erik Weiner

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  15. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 16 - The Downtown Boys
    6.7/10(202 votes)

    #15 - The Downtown Boys

    S9:E16

    Barry and his friends try to reclaim their youth by forming a boy band, but they quickly learn they aren't kids anymore. Meanwhile, Adam has the keys to Erica's downtown apartment but realizes he's not cut out for city life.

    Director:Matt Mira
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 7 - Rhinestones And Roses
    6.7/10(180 votes)

    #16 - Rhinestones And Roses

    S10:E7

    The country music craze hits the town, and everyone is line dancing; Adam scores a new job, but his lack of time to spend with Pop-Pop results in some comically disastrous outcomes.

    Director:Princess Monique
    Writer:David Guarascio

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  17. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 10 - Worst Grinch Ever
    6.7/10(195 votes)

    #17 - Worst Grinch Ever

    S10:E10

    Sleigh bells are ringing! When Erica buys a festive baby toy, Beverly goes full on Grinch in an attempt to steal Christmas. Meanwhile, Adam discovers some surprising information about Brea, and the JTP host their first holiday party.

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Vanessa McCarthy

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  18. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 2 - Horse Play
    6.8/10(258 votes)

    #18 - Horse Play

    S9:E2

    Adam is distraught to discover he's been wait-listed at NYU while his girlfriend, Brea, has been accepted. Adam courts the NYU dean of admissions, hoping she will change her mind on his deferral.

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 12 - The Kissing Bandits
    6.8/10(199 votes)

    #19 - The Kissing Bandits

    S9:E12

    Upon their return home from college orientation, Adam and Brea each confess a secret that could affect the future of their relationship. Meanwhile, Barry and Beverly openly admit their love of ice-dancing and explore their shared passion together.

    Director:Christine Lakin
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 18 - School-ercise
    6.8/10(186 votes)

    #20 - School-ercise

    S9:E18

    When Beverly steps in for PE coach at William Penn Academy, Adam reluctantly takes her Jazzercise class. He is surprised to find enjoyment in it, until Beverly suffers an embarrassing incident - causing Adam the ultimate humiliation. Brea steps in to show Adam his mother's good intentions and he ultimately comes to her defense. Meanwhile, Barry and Geoff find themselves both up for the same medical internship - causing conflict in their budding friendship.

    Director:Lew Schneider
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Goldbergs Season 9 Episode 19 - Grand Theft Scooter
    6.8/10(183 votes)

    #21 - Grand Theft Scooter

    S9:E19

    Beverly decides to join Adam and Brea on their much-anticipated beachside vacation in Miami to take of care of Pops' possessions at his Florida condominium. Meanwhile, Barry's celebratory joy after acing the MCAT is short-lived after Erica becomes the local hero when she saves a man from choking at the mall food court.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 3 - Jenkintown After Dark
    6.8/10(190 votes)

    #22 - Jenkintown After Dark

    S10:E3

    Despite promising to keep distance from Brea so they can each establish themselves at college, Adam calls her, sending Beverly into a tailspin. Meanwhile, Joanne lands a coveted job at a posh Philly law firm and Barry takes full advantage of the perks of her new gig, blinding him from the reality of the situation.  

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 8 - Another Turkey in the Trot
    6.8/10(179 votes)

    #23 - Another Turkey in the Trot

    S10:E8

    It's Thanksgiving, and no one crushes Turkey Day like Beverly Goldberg; though, with the loss of Murray, this holiday feels a bit different. Geoff and Erica are stressed over the new baby; and, even more worrisome, an unexpected Goldberg relative arrives. With everyone highly suspicious of this unforeseen visitor, things are likely to go off the rails at any moment.

    Director:Princess Monique
    Writers:Chris Bishop, Alex Barnow

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  24. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 16 - The Better Annie
    6.8/10(161 votes)

    #24 - The Better Annie

    S10:E16

    Adam, excite to introduce Carmen to his family, is shocked by a former incident between her and one of his siblings; Geoff helps Pop-Pop improve his roommate status.

    Director:Christine Lakin
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Goldbergs Season 10 Episode 17 - A Flyer's Path To Victory
    6.8/10(164 votes)

    #25 - A Flyer's Path To Victory

    S10:E17

    When the Flyers make it to the Stanley Cup Finals, Barry implements superstitious protocols that the family must follow; per Geoff's request, Lou and Linda spend some quality time with Muriel.

    Director:Lea Thompson
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Eracism" is the worst rated episode of "The Goldbergs". It scored 5.3/10 based on 459 votes. Directed by Eric Dean Seaton and written by Peter Dirksen, Jonathan M. Howard, it aired on 11/25/2020. This episode scored 0.9 points lower than the second lowest rated, "If You Build It".