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.
#1 - 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.
#2 - Day Ones
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/13/2023
As Olivia struggles with the loss of her father, friends and family must set aside their grief to help as she fights to stay sober…but only one person can help her find peace in the midst of her pain.
#3 - Make Me Proud
Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/20/2023
Despite his grief, Jordan attempts to man up in his dad’s absence, but when Billy’s death is used to garner positive attention for the struggling GAU football program, Jordan is left wondering if his legacy is only to live in his father’s shadow. Back at the Baker house, no one knows how to confront Laura’s excessive den-mothering, and Patience gets ready for her extravagant video premiere event.
#4 - United in Grief
Season 5 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/27/2023
Spencer comes face to face with his grief and those he loves are collateral damage as he spirals into a person almost unrecognizable. Jordan tries to step up as a leader but no one's following, JJ makes a shocking appearance, and Layla urges Patience to beware of her #1 fan.
#5 - 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.
#6 - 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.
#7 - 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.
#8 - Sabotage
Season 5 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/8/2023
Olivia gets an exciting opportunity but has to decide if the timing is right for her to make a big leap. Coastal football training forces Spencer, Jordan and Asher to go look in on JJ who has been off the grid. Patience contends with major ramifications after she fails to heed Layla’s advice about her #1 fan.
#9 - Now That We've Found Love
Season 5 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/15/2023
Dramatic changes are on the horizon for the whole gang. With so many lessons learned from their enormous loss, the road forward is destined to be influenced by the past.
#10 - Lost One
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/20/2023
When an unexpected event rocks both the Beverly Hills and Crenshaw communities, they come together to support each other in an unexpected way.
#11 - 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.
#12 - 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.
#13 - Passin' Me By
Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/13/2024
It's New Year's Eve and Spencer and Olivia are determined to ring in the new year together despite several interruptions that arise throughout the day. Elsewhere, Jordan gets advice on how to navigate a sensitive topic with Layla, and Asher comes clean to Jaymee about a secret he's been keeping
#14 - Kids See Ghosts
Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/20/2024
Laura surprises Olivia, Jordan and Spencer with a special gift from Billy that helps them navigate issues they're each dealing with. Layla makes a discovery during therapy. Coop prepares Patience for the next step in their case against Miko.
#15 - 100%
Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/27/2024
With one of the biggest games of his career around the corner, Spencer seeks guidance by revisiting his past. Layla continues to work through her mental health recovery. Olivia receives unexpected feedback from her publisher.
#16 - Mass Appeal
Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/3/2024
Spencer finds himself struggling at the NFL combine when prospective coaches dig into his past. Jordan convinces Layla to take a day for herself while he handles her first brunch service at the lounge. Asher receives some unexpected news.
#17 - The Next Episode
Season 6 - Episode 11 - Aired 6/10/2024
When a couples' trip doesn't go as planned, Spencer volunteers the Vortex's help at South Crenshaw High's production of "Romeo and Juliet." Jordan and Layla receive news from their wedding venue that leaves them each feeling conflicted.
#18 - Draft Day
Season 6 - Episode 12 - Aired 6/17/2024
With draft day around the corner, Spencer celebrates the big day by making some lavish purchases. Olivia unveils her book to her family but worries that no one will show up to her first book signing. Jordan stresses over who his best man will be.
#19 - O.P.P.
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/6/2023
While Billy preps his team for the combine, Spencer hears some news that leaves him rattled. Asher steps up to help Jaymee following her hospital visit. Coop helps Preach prepare for his custody trial.
#20 - Feel It in the Air
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/30/2023
When the Santa Ana winds blow into town, they seem to confirm Billy’s theory that they are a bad omen after he faces multiple setbacks. Spencer convinces a reluctant ally to speak their truth, but it doesn’t come without consequences. Jordan finds himself juggling too many secrets and accidentally lets one slip. Olivia throws herself into moving on and comes to an unexpected realization. Meanwhile, Skye offers to help Patience with her social media, leaving Coop’s and Skye’s relationship dynamic to change.
#21 - Feel So Good
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/23/2023
When Laura throws Billy a surprise birthday party, everyone comes together to roast Billy, but Billy has a looming decision hanging over his head. Spencer makes an effort to do what’s best for himself, hoping it helps Olivia and him take a step towards moving on. Jayme offers some sage advice to Asher about his speech with JJ, but she ignores her own about watching out for red flags. Meanwhile, Jordan and Layla get in their first fight over something neither of them could have predicted.
#22 - Hate It or Love It
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/28/2022
Hustling to manage the fallout after some shocking news, Spencer reaches out to Billy for help while Jordan contemplates where his priorities are. Olivia feels conflicted about how to balance feelings about work and family. Layla helps Patience with a professional crisis after hitting a major social media landmark. Meanwhile, Coop’s first day of auditing law classes doesn’t go as she thought it would.
#23 - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/21/2022
After what happens at the press conference, Spencer and Jordan try to secure as many commitments before the end of National Signing Day to help their team. Asher tries to capitalize on the unfortunate opportunity by swaying some new recruits with an assist from an unlikely source. Olivia is torn on how to publish her article while also protecting those she loves. Patience is pushed outside her comfort zone while shooting a music video. Meanwhile, Jordan and JJ throw a party that escalates and ends with Jordan witnessing a rude awakening.
#24 - I Need Love
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/14/2022
Still not satisfied with her article, Olivia gets Billy’s help to find the missing piece before her deadline. JJ ropes Spencer and Jordan into a Valentine’s Day fraternity speed dating event, which leaves Jordan questioning what’s really happening between him and Layla. Coop has an opportunity to audit a law class but faces stiff competition for the coveted spot. Meanwhile, JJ begins to wonder if Asher is using recruiting as a ploy to get JJ to take off-season seriously.
#25 - Turn Down for What
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/7/2022
With Grace and Carter’s wedding right around the corner, antics ensue. While Denise and Laura kidnap Grace for a surprise bachelorette party, Preach and Billy take Carter out for drinks, and everyone ends the night with more than they bargained for. JJ puts together another Vortex game night with Spencer, Jordan, Layla, and Olivia that goes awry when secrets are aired. Meanwhile, Coop is coming to terms with some disappointing news.