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The Best Episodes of Young Rock Season 1

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

As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he takes a comedic look back at his extraordinary life through the outrageous stories of his family and youth that shaped him into the man he is today. He explores his childhood years living amid influential wrestling icons while his dad rose to fame in the business, his rebellious teenage years attending high school in Pennsylvania, and his football years teamed up with powerhouse players at the University of Miami. In his telling, Johnson explains that while his experiences have been larger than life, he remains a down-to-earth guy who still relates to the American people.

Genre:Comedy
Network:NBC

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Young Rock" season 1 is "Working the Gimmick", rated 7.8/10 from 2346 user votes. It was directed by Nahnatchka Khan and written by Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang. "Working the Gimmick" aired on 2/16/2021 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "On the Road Again".

  • Working the Gimmick
    7.8/10 2,346 votes

    #1 - Working the Gimmick

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/16/2021

    As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he reflects on his surreal life that's helped shape him into the man he is today. From growing up in a resilient family surrounded by wrestling icons, navigating rebellious teen years, to playing NCAA football at the U. This is how the boy became the man.

    Director: Nahnatchka Khan

    Writer: Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang

  • On the Road Again
    7.9/10 1,556 votes

    #2 - On the Road Again

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2/23/2021

    Pennsylvania, 1987: Dwayne pretends he's rich to impress popular girl Karen, but a date to Rocky's wrestling match at the flea market risks exposes the truth. Stressed about money, Ata takes on a wealthy new client.

    Director: Daina Reid

    Writer: Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang

  • Forward, Together
    7.5/10 1,612 votes

    #3 - Forward, Together

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/2/2021

    Hawaii, 1982: When wrestlers start dropping out of Lia's Battle Royale, she suspects a rival promoter may be to blame. As Rocky's wrestling career skyrockets, Ata takes a leap of faith to pursue a musical dream.

    Director: Jeffrey Walker

    Writer: Jen D'Angelo

  • Check Your Head
    8.3/10 1,752 votes

    #4 - Check Your Head

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/16/2021

    Miami, 1990: Dwayne looks to crack the starting line up as a freshman for the famed Miami Hurricanes football team attracting the attention of players, coaches and celebrities. However, an unexpected incident sends his season and life into turmoil.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Don't Go Breaking My Heart
    8.2/10 1,652 votes

    #5 - Don't Go Breaking My Heart

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/23/2021

    Pennsylvania, 1987: Ata's relationship with Dwayne gets tested after Ata makes a heartbreaking discovery about her son. With Rocky on the road, Ata must take matters into her own hands.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • My Day with Andre
    8.8/10 3,048 votes

    #6 - My Day with Andre

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/30/2021

    Hawaii, 1982: Dewey spends a day with Andre the Giant that neither will ever forget. Lia and Rocky prepare for the huge Island Battle Royale where more than the title is at stake. In 2032, Candidate Johnson reveals his running mate.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Johnson & Hopkins
    8.5/10 2,000 votes

    #7 - Johnson & Hopkins

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/6/2021

    Miami, 1991: When Dwayne gets an on-campus job at the University of Miami, he goes on an epic adventure with his new work partner, Hopkins. Meanwhile, Lia returns to the United States after being deported to Samoa, where she was homeless. Rocky and Ata notice that something has changed.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • My Baby Only Drinks the Good Stuff
    8.2/10 1,381 votes

    #8 - My Baby Only Drinks the Good Stuff

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 4/13/2021

    Pennsylvania, 1987: When Karen asks to come over to his house for dinner, Dwayne panics - he's been lying to her about being rich. Meanwhile, in 2032 Candidate Johnson tackles an emerging public relations crisis.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Lady Named Star Search
    7.9/10 1,490 votes

    #9 - A Lady Named Star Search

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 4/20/2021

    Hawaii, 1982: While Ata prepares for her Star Search audition, Rocky takes an unorthodox approach to helping Dewey deal with some bullies. Meanwhile, Lia's conflict with rival wrestling promoter Greg Yao has her on edge, and she takes extreme measures to protect the family business.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Good vs. Great
    9.0/10 2,985 votes

    #10 - Good vs. Great

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 4/27/2021

    Miami, 1990s: After a devastating injury his freshman year, we follow Dwayne as he strives to get his college football career back on track. As he fights for playing time against future Hall of Famers, he wonders if big dreams and hard work are enough to get him to the NFL.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Election Day
    9.2/10 3,434 votes

    #11 - Election Day

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 5/4/2021

    As election day 2032 approaches, Dwayne Johnson reflects on the ups and downs his family endured during his childhood in Hawaii, Pennsylvania and Miami, and how the unpredictability of his family's story prepared him for this moment.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A