The Best Episodes Written By Stephen Levinson

Every TV Episode Written by Stephen Levinson Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

Stephen Levinson Ratings Summary

The best episode written by Stephen Levinson is "Good Morning, Saigon", rated 8.5/10 from 2 user votes. It was "directed by Daniel Attias". "Good Morning, Saigon" aired on 8/21/2005 and is rated 1.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "The Sundance Kids".

  • Good Morning, Saigon
    8.5/10 2 votes

    #1 - Good Morning, Saigon

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 8/21/2005

    When Vince and his co-star act out of character, Ari and Eric must face a team of angry handlers – and each other. Meanwhile, Drama and Turtle make a musical discovery while retrieving a stolen car.

    Director: Daniel Attias

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • The Sundance Kids
    7.5/10 4 votes

    #2 - The Sundance Kids

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/17/2005

    Within moments of arriving at Sundance, Eric lands a lunch with studio bigwig – and gets an offer for Vince that might be too good to refuse. Ari advises him to play it safe, and Vince wants to roll the dice. Turtle and Drama don't want to share.

    Director: Julian Farino

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Don't You Wanna Be Obama?
    7.4/10 7 votes

    #3 - Don't You Wanna Be Obama?

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 8/19/2018

    Spencer becomes immersed in a marketing controversy. Still smarting from their feud in Miami, Charles agrees to give Ricky a chance, against his better instincts.

    Director: Julian Farino

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • This Is Not Our World
    7.0/10 6 votes

    #4 - This Is Not Our World

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 8/26/2018

    Spencer looks to reign in Lance’s excesses. Vernon gets carried away at a ceremony retiring his number at his old LA high school, to Reggie’s dismay.

    Director: Julian Farino

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Protocol Is for Losers
    7.0/10 5 votes

    #5 - Protocol Is for Losers

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 8/25/2019

    While peacefully enjoying retirement and reflecting on his past, Spencer gets a tantalizing offer. A year after splitting with Spencer, Joe eyes a big swing at Sports X with his new partner, Lance. Ricky finds himself in hot water with Charles, and Vernon considers a life change, much to Reggie’s chagrin.

    Director: Chloe Domont

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Who Wants a Lollipop
    7.0/10 5 votes

    #6 - Who Wants a Lollipop

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 10/6/2019

    When Spencer returns to the Sports X offices to work out a major player deal, he and Joe air past grievances and later, Spencer makes a big public statement that's sure to have consequences. Charles mulls over a new deal from Werner after getting a wakeup call about his health. Ricky gets defensive in a meeting with a Hollywood bigwig.

    Director: Simon Cellan Jones

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Players Only
    7.0/10 4 votes

    #7 - Players Only

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 10/13/2019

    Despite having a bullseye on his back, Spencer refuses to back down in his fight for the league's players. Joe embraces a new state of mind as he finds peace with himself. Julie encourages Charles to take care of unfinished business. Ricky decides to strike out on his own with his latest project. Reggie takes the next step in his career, with some encouragement from Vernon.

    Director: Chloe Domont

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Must Be the Shoes
    6.8/10 5 votes

    #8 - Must Be the Shoes

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 9/1/2019

    After learning of competing owner offers, Spencer engages with past allies. Joe is tasked with apologizing for creating a hostile work environment with the help of Kate, a sharp Sports X exec. Ricky and Vernon each consider different kinds of futures, while Charles tries to hide some unwelcome news.

    Director: Chloe Domont

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Copernicursed
    6.8/10 5 votes

    #9 - Copernicursed

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 9/8/2019

    Just as Spencer reaches out to him with the job of a lifetime, Jason gets an interesting counteroffer from Joe. Vernon has a tryout at an e-sports company and Reggie bemoans his position at Sports X. Ricky turns to old ways to deal with his new situation. Charles considers a solution to another headache.

    Director: Chloe Domont

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • The Script and the Sherpa
    6.5/10 4 votes

    #10 - The Script and the Sherpa

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/15/2004

    Vince's fling with a 'cruelty-free' vegan named Fiona – and her friendship with a laid-back L.A. 'sherpa' – brings unexpected karma to the entourage. Eric pushes a promising new script set in Queens; Drama fears the disruptive power of his friends' new relationships; and Turtle barters boots for booty.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Crumbs
    6.4/10 5 votes

    #11 - Crumbs

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 9/22/2019

    Spencer faces pressure from all sides as he fights for Kisan. Ricky gets mixed feedback about his radio show. Reggie, Vernon and Lance struggle to convince Joe to invest in a new business. Charles works hard to land a big player. Jason goes through tough negotiations with the Anderson brothers.

    Director: Rob Weiss

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Rough Ride
    6.3/10 9 votes

    #12 - Rough Ride

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 8/12/2018

    Spencer and Joe weigh the pros and cons of acquiring an extreme-sport agency. Ricky sets down roots in LA with Amber and their daughter, but finds himself yearning for something else. Charles rallies a group of disgruntled employees as he begins his new tenure with the Rams.

    Director: Julian Farino

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Municipal
    6.2/10 5 votes

    #13 - Municipal

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 9/15/2019

    Spencer settles into his new position and makes a potentially unpopular decision. With Sports X teetering on the edge financially, Joe gets sidetracked with his personal life. Ricky tries his hand in the media and voices his true feelings about an ally. Reggie comes to Vernon with a proposal that will make them both happy.

    Director: Rob Weiss

    Writer: Stephen Levinson

  • Pilot
    5.7/10 15 votes

    #14 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/21/2015

    Spencer ramps up his efforts to build a post football career in Miami. Charles copes with the realities of finding a new job, while Ricky must find a new home.

    Director: Peter Berg

    Writer: Stephen Levinson