The WORST episodes of All American

Every episode of All American ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of All American!

When a rising high school football player from South Central L.A. is recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, the wins, losses and struggles of two families from vastly different worlds - Crenshaw and Beverly Hills - begin to collide.

Last Updated: 5/9/2024Network: The CWStatus: Continuing
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Connection
star
7.00
18 votes

#1 - Connection

Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/6/2024

After a spontaneous trip to the cabin leaves the Vortex without internet, they decide to spend their time helping Spencer with his latest case studies on relationships. In the process, Spencer and Olivia are forced to deal with their growing issues head-on, while Jordan makes an unexpected discovery about Layla. Finally, Laura reveals some difficult news to Coop about Patience’s case against Miko.

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Trust Issues
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7.08
40 votes

#2 - Trust Issues

Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/29/2024

After having some issues with a new game strategy on the field, Spencer diverts his attention to helping a South Crenshaw High player, who has been struggling with his own issues. A surprise visit by Olivia’s BFF Ashley causes some tension between Olivia and Spencer. Elsewhere, Laura guest lectures Coop’s law class, and Layla helps Jordan find a new roommate at the beach house.

Directors: Kelli Williams
Writer: Micah Cyrus
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Business Is Business
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7.20
46 votes

#3 - Business Is Business

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/15/2024

New changes on the field begin to create tension between Spencer and Jordan at the worst possible time. While working on her latest project, Olivia deals with the emotional fallout of digging too deep into the past. Elsewhere, Asher is forced to make a difficult decision after losing one of his star players.

Directors: David McWhirter
Writer: Adrian Dukes
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Black Out
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7.24
37 votes

#4 - Black Out

Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/22/2024

After celebrating his 21st birthday, Spencer enlists Coop’s help to figure out what happened at his party the night before. Elsewhere, Olivia and Jordan reminisce about their childhood with Billy, and Asher deals with the fallout of a tough decision he’s made.

Directors: Ryan Zaragoza
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Got Your Money
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7.42
137 votes

#5 - Got Your Money

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/28/2022

With Spencer, Jordan, Asher and JJ living it up at JJ's rented summer beach house, Spencer is trying to have fun, but he is conflicted when it comes to sponsorship opportunities he is presented. Coop and Patience take a big step in their relationship, but things don't go as smoothly as they had anticipated, and Olivia offers to help. Layla's dad give her a touching graduation gift that brings up a lot of emotions she wasn't expecting. Meanwhile, Laura is at her wits end and steps in to help Billy.

Directors: Dawn Wilkinson
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Bring the Noise
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7.43
116 votes

#6 - Bring the Noise

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/24/2021

When Spencer learns that Grace skipped her own college graduation, he enlists Olivia's help to throw her a surprise party, which helps distract them from reality. Billy is worried about his players chances at college recruitment, so he tries to organize a scrimmage game to help, but it's not as easy as he hoped.

Directors: Avi Youabian
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One of Them Nights
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7.43
174 votes

#7 - One of Them Nights

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/20/2020

Dillon is mad that Spencer hasn’t been around, so Spencer tries to make it up to him by having him help sell tickets for Coop’s show, but they find themselves confronted by the police instead. Elsewhere, Coop is shook when faced with Tyrone, but luckily she knows Preach is in her corner. Billy tries to force Jordan and Olivia to hang out with him and make memories, but all doesn’t go to plan, giving Olivia an idea on reporting injustices. Meanwhile, Layla bonds with a new friend who understands what she is going through, but she realizes that Spencer and Olivia are there for her, too.

Directors: Erica Watson
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Things Done Changed
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7.44
64 votes

#8 - Things Done Changed

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/1/2024

It’s the start of a new school year and Spencer and Jordan are officially eligible to enter the NFL draft, placing Spencer at the center of the media spotlight. Olivia returns to LA after being changed by her time in London. Layla plans for the opening of her new lounge which will feature Patience’s first performance since being stabbed. Elsewhere, Asher and Jaymee navigate their new lives as parents to baby AJ.

Directors: Nikhil Paniz
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m.A.A.d. city
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7.45
236 votes

#9 - m.A.A.d. city

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/23/2019

As Coop gets more involved in gang life, her relationship with Patience is tested, while Spencer is determined to find a way to help his community stop the violence that keeps occurring. Jordan is developing a relationship with his grandfather, which brings up family issues for Billy.

Directors: Darren Grant
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Teenage Love
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7.46
144 votes

#10 - Teenage Love

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/22/2021

With everything that has been going on, Spencer needs some alone time to clear his head and decides to go to the family cabin, but he gets a surprise visit from his friends. Grateful for the support, everyone seems to be having fun, until secrets come out leaving some of the couples out of sorts with each other. Coop is still reeling from everything Spencer said and with the urging of Patience, heads out to the cabin to confront Spencer. Meanwhile, Billy shows up to the house to do a few repairs, but when things go awry, Billy and Laura, work together to fix the problem.

Directors: Nikhil Paniz
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Babies and Fools
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7.50
135 votes

#11 - Babies and Fools

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/21/2022

With the pressure of school, Spencer and Olivia find themselves looking forward to a fun day together, but quickly find themselves in the middle of everyone's lives at home. Laura learns of some new information about the ongoing investigation that has Coop, Patience and Preach worried. Billy and Grace are at odds as to who is best for the job, and neither is ready to back down. Meanwhile, Layla assumes the worst when her dad tells her he is stepping away from his hectic life at the label.

Directors: Daniel Ezra
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My Name Is
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7.50
92 votes

#12 - My Name Is

Season 5 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/17/2023

Hoping to revive the GAU football program, Spencer and Jordan take a page from the Billy Baker playbook and revisit some former football stars as potential walk-ons…without Coach Kenny’s blessing. Olivia, Layla and Patience look for an escape from their current life stressors and ultimately rediscover themselves in the process. JJ tries to straddle football and the fraternity, and Coop gets great news but it may cost her something precious.

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High Expectations
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7.51
139 votes

#13 - High Expectations

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/1/2021

With the first game of the season coming up, Spencer starts to feel the pressure on and off the field. Spencer decides to confide in Layla who might have a helpful suggestion. Now that Spencer and Billy are gone, Jordan realizes he needs to step up. Asher keeps trying to talk to Olivia about the summer, but she does everything she can to avoid the issue. Meanwhile, Coop is unconvinced that Tyrone's sister, Mo has good intentions, and maybe she is just paranoid, especially when she learns of some key information pertaining to Spencer.

Directors: Kristin Windell
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The Bigger Picture
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7.52
130 votes

#14 - The Bigger Picture

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/26/2021

When a college scout comes to talk to Spencer, he must decide if the strings attached is worth it. A police shooting of a young black woman hits too close to home for Olivia, leaving her to take drastic measures to get justice.

Directors: Crystle Roberson
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Hate Me Now
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7.52
122 votes

#15 - Hate Me Now

Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 5/2/2022

Spencer and Olivia are forced to acknowledge how much they have changed after some quality time together doesn't go smoothly putting a strain on their relationship. On a road trip to San Diego, Jordan helps Layla to gain the courage to get the closure she needs. Asher turns to Billy for advice after he gets a big opportunity that might cost him more than he bargained for when it comes to his friendships. Meanwhile, Coop and Patience come to an agreement on how to navigate their new situation.

Directors: Sheelin Choksey
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This Is How You Do It
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7.52
92 votes

#16 - This Is How You Do It

Season 5 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/1/2023

The GAU football team is undergoing some growing pains and Spencer is challenged to try and bring them all together. Asher and Jaymee are ready to share their news but not everyone is supportive. Coop is stumbling on new challenges in class, and Olivia is learning that Jayden Davis stirred up more than the football team, but it ultimately sends her in an exciting new direction.

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Fight the Power
star
7.52
134 votes

#17 - Fight the Power

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/17/2021

When the truth comes out, Laura is furious and is left to face the consequences. Seeing everything going on, Spencer doesn't want to sit on the sidelines and asks something of his teammates that could jeopardize the rest of their season. Billy deals with something personal by himself, but after a conversation with his dad he realizes what has really happened. Meanwhile, Simone is worried about Jordan and turns to his friends for help.

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How Come
star
7.55
135 votes

#18 - How Come

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/15/2021

After Spencer gets some sage advice, he and the team rally around Chris to help him with his trauma, leaving Spencer to realize it's time to be honest with Coop to get over his. Laura grows concerned about Olivia's sobriety when she notices a change in her behavior, resulting in Laura doing something that could jeopardize their relationship. Jordan gets sidelined during a game, but his eagerness to get back on the field might have a long-term consequence. Meanwhile, Layla hits a dead end with her lawsuit, so Patience takes matters into her own hands knowing Coop won't be happy when she finds out.

Directors: Kelli Williams
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6 'N the Mornin'
star
7.55
129 votes

#19 - 6 'N the Mornin'

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/7/2022

With summer ending and their college football careers beginning, Spencer tries to adjust to more than his brutal workout schedule. Olivia is excited for her new job, but it isn't what she anticipated. Patience asks Layla for help with Coop in getting her motivated, but their plan doesn't go as expected. Asher runs into someone from his past and learns what has really been going on. Meanwhile, Grace joins the search committee for a new a principal and has someone in mind for the job.

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Changes
star
7.56
124 votes

#20 - Changes

Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/11/2022

Spencer continues to try and prove himself during practices, which seems to go unnoticed, but when a fellow GAU athlete offers to help him form a different plan to get back on the field, he considers it. Coop begins a new job at a nursing home and gets some sage advice from an elderly woman. With the encouragement of Asher, JJ gets a tutor which helps him confront a vulnerable time in his past through his term paper. Olivia is frustrated with her living situation, but also finds some inspiration for her next article. Meanwhile, Laura forms a criminal defense law venture in the community but struggles to find her footing.

Directors: Kelli Williams
Writer: Micah Cyrus
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Jump on It
star
7.56
125 votes

#21 - Jump on It

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/28/2022

After weeks of hard work at practice and the first game quickly approaching, Spencer has high hopes of playing in his first college game. Trying to find his place on the team, Jordan forms a bond with some of the seniors. Asher and Layla have epiphanies about their respective relationships and realize they need to deal with it. Coop and Patience finally speak their truths leaving them in unknown territory. Meanwhile, Olivia learns an important lesson as she slowly tries to work her way up the ladder at the paper.

Directors: Benny Boom
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I Ain't Goin' Out Like That
star
7.58
160 votes

#22 - I Ain't Goin' Out Like That

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/1/2021

The gang celebrates a birthday, but not everyone is happy about it. As Olivia and Spencer's relationship grows stronger, Olivia struggles with the rift between Billy and Spencer. Jordan's buried feelings come to the surface leaving his and Billy's relationship strained. Meanwhile, Asher is trying to come to terms with his football career but is hopeful when he goes to see a new doctor.

Directors: David McWhirter
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Mask Off
star
7.59
93 votes

#23 - Mask Off

Season 5 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/24/2023

It’s Spring Break for GAU, but the well-deserved break brings some big changes when an old friend surprises Spencer and Jordan, Olivia searches for the courage to share her truth, Patience has a decision to make as her career skyrockets, and Layla has an eye-opening conversation.

Directors: James Lafferty
Writer: Micah Cyrus
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The Art of Peer Pressure
star
7.59
157 votes

#24 - The Art of Peer Pressure

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/17/2020

Spencer is ready to get back to football in order to impress recruiters, but he must prove to Billy and Grace he is not pushing himself before he is ready. Layla is excited about her and Coop’s music, but Coop is distracted about what is going on in the streets. Olivia struggles in believing Asher and turns to Billy for help. Jordan does the right thing and steps up in a big way to help a friend. Meanwhile, as the District Attorney’s race is almost over, Laura tries not to get sidetracked by her opponents smear campaign.

Directors: David McWhirter
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California Love
star
7.60
259 votes

#25 - California Love

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/5/2018

At an explosive homecoming dance, friendships in both Crenshaw and Beverly will be put to the test when decisions made by Spencer trigger an avalanche that drastically changes the course of several lives. Meanwhile, Billy finds himself forced to spend some quality time with Grace and defend his decision to marry outside of the culture. Meanwhile, Coop realizes that getting Shawn out of gang life may come at a steep price for her.

Directors: Don Wilkenson
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