The WORST episodes of American Vandal

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

A high school is rocked by an act of vandalism, but the top suspect pleads innocence and finds an ally in a filmmaker. A satirical true crime mystery.

Last Updated: 12/20/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
Hard Facts: Vandalism and Vulgarity
star
7.30
786 votes

#1 - Hard Facts: Vandalism and Vulgarity

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/15/2017

When senior class clown Dylan Maxwell is expelled for vandalism, sophomore Peter Maldonado begins an investigation that questions Dylan's guilt.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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#2
star
7.35
310 votes

#2 - #2

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/14/2018

Peter and Sam highlight Kevin McClain and his friendships as they start to break down the version of events supported by the school and police.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
Writer: Dan Lagana
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A Limp Alibi
star
7.36
615 votes

#3 - A Limp Alibi

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/15/2017

Key witness Alex Trimboli's account of the incident comes under fire when other students doubt his boasts of drunkenness and sexual exploits.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Leaving a Mark
star
7.36
304 votes

#4 - Leaving a Mark

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/14/2018

As Peter learns more about basketball star DeMarcus Tillman, he uncovers evidence of athletes getting preferential treatment at St. Bernardine.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Nailed
star
7.38
561 votes

#5 - Nailed

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/15/2017

Peter scrutinizes the motives of Ms. Shapiro, the Spanish teacher who testified against Dylan. Another teacher makes a surprising accusation.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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The Brownout
star
7.40
349 votes

#6 - The Brownout

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/2018

Peter and Sam travel to a prestigious private high school in Bellevue, Washington, to document the story of a filthy vandal called the "Turd Burglar."

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Growing Suspicion
star
7.40
523 votes

#7 - Growing Suspicion

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/15/2017

Peter takes a close look at the "Morning Show Nine," a group of students -- including Peter and Sam -- who had access to the missing security footage.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Sh*t Talk
star
7.41
290 votes

#8 - Sh*t Talk

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/14/2018

As Sam and Peter comb through digital clues, they hope a technology glitch might open up some new leads. But a low-tech discovery leaves them reeling.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Wiped Clean
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7.46
284 votes

#9 - Wiped Clean

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/14/2018

A former janitor becomes a potential key witness, but Peter and Sam struggle to track him down. Meanwhile, they examine a student trip to Costa Rica.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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All Backed Up
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7.63
276 votes

#10 - All Backed Up

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/14/2018

An interview with a former St. Bernardine student gives the guys confidence that they're on the right track with their most recent theory.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Gag Order
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7.65
507 votes

#11 - Gag Order

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/15/2017

As Peter and Sam continue to gather information, they run afoul of the school administration and could lose access. Dylan prepares for his trial.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Premature Theories
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7.71
520 votes

#12 - Premature Theories

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/15/2017

After the documentary goes viral, Peter deals with publicity and sorts through various fan theories. Video evidence from a party provides new clues.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Sh*t Storm
star
7.80
279 votes

#13 - Sh*t Storm

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/14/2018

A student's sudden lack of cooperation slows the investigation, but an incident in the school parking lot sends Peter and Sam down a new path.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
Writer: Jess Meyer
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Climax
star
7.88
499 votes

#14 - Climax

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/15/2017

Peter and Sam follow a lead that could reveal the vandal’s primary target, and a new theory gives them hope that they may finally solve the case.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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Clean Up
star
7.96
509 votes

#15 - Clean Up

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/15/2017

Peter is forced to reckon with his actions and attempts to learn lessons in the aftermath of the documentary. But the investigation might not be over.

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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The Dump
star
8.08
299 votes

#16 - The Dump

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/14/2018

Who is the Turd Burglar, and why did they do it? Are Peter and Sam still chasing the truth, or has it been right under their nose the whole time?

Directors: Tony Yacenda
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