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The Worst Episodes of Young Rock

Every episode of Young Rock ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Young Rock!

Worst episode
S1E3 Forward, Together
7.01,633 votes
Best episode
S2E8 Corpus Christi
8.6990 votes
Top season
Season 2
7.9avg
Binge time
9h 32m
36 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Young Rock Season 1 Episode 3 - Forward, Together
    7.0/10(1633 votes)

    S1:E3

    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

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  2. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 1 - Working the Gimmick
    7.2/10(2381 votes)

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang

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  3. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 9 - A Lady Named Star Search
    7.2/10(1507 votes)

    S1:E9

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 2 - On the Road Again
    7.3/10(1581 votes)

    S1:E2

    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
    Writers:Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang

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  5. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 7 - World Pacific Wrestling
    7.2/10(316 votes)

    S3:E7

    Hawaii, 1985: Ata and Rocky try to outmatch Lia's promotion with a stable of new big-name wrestlers. Left behind at the after-school program, Dewey falls in with a crowd of latchkey kids.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 5 - Don't Go Breaking My Heart
    7.5/10(1676 votes)

    S1:E5

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 8 - My Baby Only Drinks the Good Stuff
    7.5/10(1400 votes)

    S1:E8

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 3 - On the Ropes
    7.4/10(280 votes)

    S3:E3

    Hawaii, 1985: Ata finds herself at odds with her rival at Lia's wrestling promotion. Rocky receives some news that turns the family's world upside down. Dewey gets a job so he can buy a Nintendo. In 2033, Dwayne weighs an important diplomatic mission.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 6 - Dwanta Claus
    7.4/10(263 votes)

    S3:E6

    Dwayne gets into the holiday spirit as he reflects on his past misadventures in gift giving.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 1 - Unprecedented Fatherhood
    7.5/10(732 votes)

    S2:E1

    As the 2032 election nears, Dwayne reflects on what it means to be a father. In 1984, little Dewey vies for his father's attention. In 1987, teenage Dwayne arrives in Nashville. In 1996, adult Dwayne struggles in the Canadian Football League.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 10 - Once Upon a Time In...
    7.5/10(312 votes)

    S3:E10

    Pat Patterson finds love in Boston, Andre the Giant meets his destiny in Paris and Peter Maivia teaches Sean Connery how to fight in Dwayne's tales of their younger years.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 9 - It All Goes Back to Childhood
    7.5/10(262 votes)

    S3:E9

    Hawaii, 1986: Rocky travels overseas to visit Andre the Giant on the set of The Princess Bride. Dewey's sudden growth spurt leads to trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 4 - Check Your Head
    7.6/10(1776 votes)

    S1:E4

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 1 - The People Need You
    7.6/10(461 votes)

    S3:E1

    After losing the 2032 election, Dwayne Johnson is ready to withdraw from political life for good when he gets an unexpected call. In 1985, Rocky learns there are consequences to crossing Vince. In 1997, Dwayne finds fans hate him even when he’s a winner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 7 - An Understanding
    7.7/10(809 votes)

    S2:E7

    Nashville, 1987: Ata and Rocky's marriage hits a rough patch; when teenage Dwayne questions his dad's decision making, Ata tells him the story of how she and Rocky met; in 2032, candidate Johnson decides to face his challenger head on.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 6 - Kiss and Release
    7.7/10(653 votes)

    S2:E6

    Hawaii, 1984: When Dewey gets in trouble at school, Ata enlists the help of Andre the Giant to set him straight; Lia, on trial for extortion, attempts to curry favor with the jury.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 4 - In the Dark
    7.7/10(631 votes)

    S2:E4

    Nashville, 1987: Rocky promises he will find the family an apartment by the time Ata arrives from Hawaii, but the clock is ticking; Dwayne settles into his new Nashville life with the help of an old family friend, Downtown Bruno.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 11 - Know Your Role
    7.7/10(386 votes)

    S3:E11

    Miami, 1999: Dwayne lands his first part on a TV show, but is dismayed when he keeps getting typecast as a wrestler. While searching for his breakout role, Dwayne's acting career takes a surprising turn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 10 - Rocky's Code
    7.7/10(341 votes)

    S2:E10

    Nashville, 1987: Rocky takes a promising new wrestling job but is faced with a difficult decision. Ata spends a night out with Miss Elizabeth. Teenage Dwayne starts to worry about

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 4 - Night of the Chi-Chi's
    7.7/10(307 votes)

    S3:E4

    Bethlehem, 1988: Teenage Dwayne is locked in a restaurant overnight with his father when Rocky agrees to deep clean the space. In 2033, Dwayne feels nostalgia for a vintage arcade game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 12 - Chest to Chest
    7.7/10(256 votes)

    S3:E12

    Hawaii, 1986: the rival promotions come together for a Peter Maivia tribute show but are soon at odds over how to best celebrate Dwayne's grandfather. Dwayne pitches the event into chaos after a shocking run-in with Lars Anderson.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 9 - Backyard Brawl-B-Q
    7.8/10(356 votes)

    S2:E9

    Hawaii, 1984: On the day of the Brawl-B-Q, Rocky's relationship with partner Tony Atlas hits a breaking point. Dewey becomes the object of multiple school crushes. The extortion case against Lia reaches its conclusion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Young Rock Season 2 Episode 3 - In Your Blood
    7.8/10(697 votes)

    S2:E3

    Hawaii, 1984: As Lia prepares for her trial, she puts Ata in charge of her wrestling promotion and all the problems that come with it; Rocky begins to feel overshadowed by his partner: Dewey goes head-to-head with a new classmate.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Young Rock Season 1 Episode 7 - Johnson & Hopkins
    7.8/10(2021 votes)

    S1:E7

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Young Rock Season 3 Episode 13 - False Ceilings
    7.9/10(436 votes)

    S3:E13

    Florida, 2000: with his Hollywood prospects on the upswing, Dwayne makes good on a promise to his family; as the Johnsons reflect on how far they've come, Dwayne can't help wondering if there's something bigger for him on the horizon

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Forward, Together" is the worst rated episode of Young Rock. It scored 7.0/10 from 1,633 votes. Directed by Jeffrey Walker and written by Jen D'Angelo, it aired on March 2, 2021. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Working the Gimmick".

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