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The Best Episodes of The Neighborhood Season 8

Every episode of The Neighborhood Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Neighborhood Season 8!

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The nicest guy in the Midwest moves his family into a tough neighborhood in Los Angeles where not everyone appreciates his extreme neighborliness. That includes their new next-door neighbor Calvin.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 20 - Welcome to Goodbye
    8.0/10(129 votes)

    S8:E20

    Two joyful wedding celebrations bring loved ones together while old tensions and heartfelt confessions surface one last time. Meanwhile, tough goodbyes loom and the family looks ahead to a new chapter shaped by love, growth and change.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 19 - Welcome to Kalamazoo?
    7.9/10(124 votes)

    S8:E19

    When Dave and Gemma seriously consider a major life change, it sends ripples through the family and strains relationships; wedding chaos and unexpected revelations complicate plans for Malcolm and Marty.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 13 - Welcome to the Two-Ring Circus
    7.8/10(119 votes)

    S8:E13

    A change of plans sends Mercedes and Tina on a memorable night out that prompts several couples to take a closer look at what they truly want from their relationships. Meanwhile, Dave’s visit to Gemma’s school sparks an honest conversation about her feelings toward her job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 8 - Welcome to Secrets and Santa
    7.4/10(134 votes)

    S8:E8

    The Butlers' anniversary plans take an unexpected turn when a blast from the past, Calvin's ex-girlfriend, resurfaces. Meanwhile, Malcolm's meeting gets hijacked, Marty makes a big move toward commitment and Gemma finds herself caught in a holiday misunderstanding.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 12 - Welcome to Murder at Sea
    7.4/10(125 votes)

    S8:E12

    Gemma throws Dave an unforgettable murder mystery birthday party. Meanwhile, Malcolm uses the celebration to introduce Mercedes to his family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 14 - Welcome to the Things We Do for Love
    7.4/10(117 votes)

    S8:E14

    Marty meets Courtney’s intimidating father to ask for his blessing, but Clancy’s cryptic response sends Calvin and Tina digging for answers. Meanwhile, Gemma and Dave are stunned by Grover’s tattoo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 18 - Welcome to the Chat
    7.4/10(103 votes)

    S8:E18

    When Tina oversteps at daycare, a well‑meaning effort to fix it takes a turn after a message is sent to the wrong chat. Meanwhile, a surprise visit from Dave’s mother, Paula, leads him and Gemma to reconsider their careers and what comes next.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 15 - Welcome to Gemma Johnson's Day Off
    7.3/10(119 votes)

    S8:E15

    Gemma reaches her limit at work, and when a car issue forces her to slow down, an unexpected break helps her rethink what she really wants next. Meanwhile, Marty and Malcolm’s plans are thrown off course when unexpected opportunities arise, and Dave embraces a new career path.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 16 - Welcome to the Breaking Point
    7.3/10(109 votes)

    S8:E16

    After a frightening encounter, Dave takes a hard look at his health, prompting Calvin to help him find a healthier way to let off steam. Meanwhile, Tina has a hard time letting go of old memories, and Marty and Malcolm argue over a valuable find from their past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 3 - Welcome to Spades
    7.2/10(137 votes)

    S8:E3

    Marty and Courtney’s nanny search takes an awkward turn, while Calvin’s secret spades night stirs tension at home. Meanwhile, Dave’s new hobby tests everyone’s patience, and a texting miscommunication between Tina and Gemma leads to a fiery confrontation.

    Director:Robbie Countryman
    Writer:Don D. Scott

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  11. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 5 - Welcome to New Horizons
    7.2/10(138 votes)

    S8:E5

    Dave’s silent auction wins lead to a classical concert outing with Gemma and the Butlers that quickly goes off the rails. Meanwhile, Malcolm’s ghostwriting gig takes a surprising turn when Tina encourages him to dive into reality TV for inspiration – sparking an unexpected obsession.

    Director:Victor Gonzalez
    Writers:Jacqueline McKinley, Antonia F. March

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  12. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 6 - Welcome to the Walk of Roses
    7.2/10(138 votes)

    S8:E6

    Calvin receives an unexpected honor that sparks mixed emotions, while Malcolm’s ghostwriting gig takes a wild turn after a viral outburst from his celebrity client.

    Director:Victor Gonzalez
    Writer:Chris Kelly

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  13. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 10 - Welcome to the Hoodwink
    7.2/10(119 votes)

    S8:E10

    Tina grows concerned about Malcolm's romantic choices; Calvin and Dave's street smarts are put to the test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 11 - Welcome to the Baby Proofing
    7.2/10(118 votes)

    S8:E11

    While Marty heads to San Diego for a tech convention and Courtney is away for the weekend, Tina's insistence on babysitting Daphne sparks a baby-proofing fiasco that leaves Calvin and Dave unexpectedly locked inside the bathroom.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 2 - Welcome to the Downsizing
    7.1/10(140 votes)

    S8:E2

    Calvin and Marty face permit delays at Westside Fuse Box, pushing back the grand opening, while Malcolm’s booming writing career sparks an urgent search for a new nanny. Over at the Johnson house, Dave is still struggling to bounce back after being fired,

    Director:Victor Gonzalez
    Writer:Bill Martin

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  16. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 7 - Welcome to Babies and Bathwater
    7.1/10(127 votes)

    S8:E7

    Dave’s ambitious home improvement plans take a turn, prompting Calvin to step in, while Malcolm seeks Gemma’s help to overcome writer’s block. Meanwhile, Tina’s suggestion for Daphne sparks a parenting dilemma for Courtney.

    Director:Robbie Countryman
    Writer:Aaron Izek

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  17. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 9 - Welcome to the Zhuzh
    7.1/10(120 votes)

    S8:E9

    Calvin secretly coaches Dave during a big job interview; Marty plans his proposal; Malcolm's secret romance hits the tabloids.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 17 - Welcome to the Purse Dog
    7.1/10(109 votes)

    S8:E17

    Calvin reluctantly agrees to dog-sit a glamorous little companion, only to face an awkward twist when someone else lays claim to it. Meanwhile, a joint celebration prompts Malcolm to question whether he and Mercedes are moving too fast.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 1 - Welcome to the New Normals
    6.9/10(149 votes)

    S8:E1

    The Johnsons and Butlers face big changes and unexpected challenges as Tina discovers a new passion; Malcolm navigates work and family boundaries; Courtney takes a major step with Marty; Dave's tech experiment backfires.

    Director:Victor Gonzalez
    Writer:Mike Schiff

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  20. The Neighborhood Season 8 Episode 4 - Welcome to Family Value
    6.9/10(145 votes)

    S8:E4

    Malcolm’s home renovation takes an unexpected turn when Calvin’s cousin Crutch shows up uninvited to fix his floors. Meanwhile, Dave’s attempts to help around the house and support Grover’s booming T-shirt business lead to more stress than he bargained for.

    Director:Robbie Countryman
    Writer:Malik S.

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Welcome to Goodbye" is the best rated episode of "The Neighborhood" season 8. It scored 8/10 based on 129 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/11/2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Welcome to Kalamazoo?".