The WORST episodes of Born This Way

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

Born This Way follows a group of young adults with Down syndrome as they pursue their dreams and explore their friendships, romantic relationships, and work.

Last Updated: 3/16/2024Network: A&EStatus: Ended
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Game of Love
star
7.24
50 votes

#1 - Game of Love

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/26/2016

Megan catches up on businesses in Colorado while her Los Angeles friends prepare for a red-carpet ball; things become complicated between potential dating partners Steven, Elena, and John.

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Fallout
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7.37
43 votes

#2 - Fallout

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/13/2017

The group rally around a friend who suffered heartbreak; Rachel gets a call back for her first film audition; Sean throws a "Man Shower" for his friend and gets help from Fathers and Sons.

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Reality Check
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7.50
44 votes

#3 - Reality Check

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/6/2016

Megan celebrates her move to Los Angeles with friends; Rachel learns she is pre-diabetic and must make lifestyle changes; Steven and Sean throw a costumed housewarming party in their new home.

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Rites of Passage
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7.51
43 votes

#4 - Rites of Passage

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/16/2016

A health scare force Megan to reassess her plan to move to California; Sean's blind date encourages him to get a tattoo; Christina develops a crush on her dance instructor.

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Great Expectations
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7.54
39 votes

#5 - Great Expectations

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/30/2016

Brendan's reluctance to discuss marriage and children makes it easier for Megan to decide to move to Los Angeles. Christina's friends are alarmed by her jealousy and controlling behavior.

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Vegas, Baby!
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7.57
47 votes

#6 - Vegas, Baby!

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/2/2016

Sean heads to Las Vegas to attend a Justin Bieber concert; John receives a warning that he has one year to make headway in his music career or he will have to get a real job Megan tells her mother that she wants to return to California.

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Breaking Away
star
7.63
41 votes

#7 - Breaking Away

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/9/2016

Meghan, Rachel, and Elena travel to Trinidad with their mothers for an international Down syndrome conference when real life intrudes in dramatic ways. Sean takes a road trop to Las Vegas to see singer Justin Bieber. Christina pursues a life-long dream.

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Love and Chromosomes
star
7.66
58 votes

#8 - Love and Chromosomes

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/29/2015

Sean's search for love tests his friendships. Megan intends to make her Los Angeles trip permanent. An emotional lecture prompts the parents to plan for the children's welfare after they are gone.

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The Love Boat
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7.75
53 votes

#9 - The Love Boat

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/16/2017

The group overcome fears while on an adventure. Steven and Megan go on a date.

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Fears and Gears
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7.78
46 votes

#10 - Fears and Gears

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/5/2016

A special invitation from singer Adam Lambert inspires Rachel to face her fears. Kris wonders if Megan is ready to be independent. Steven attempts to learn how to ride a bike.

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Dream Come True
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7.79
38 votes

#11 - Dream Come True

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/20/2016

John travels to Atlanta for a chance to take his music to the next level; a big moment arrives for Cristina on the day of the Emerald Ball; Brendan learns that Megan's feelings toward him are changing when he visits her in Los Angeles.

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One Giant Step
star
7.84
56 votes

#12 - One Giant Step

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/30/2017

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Homecoming
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7.84
44 votes

#13 - Homecoming

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/11/2017

Hiromi tries to convince Elena to stay; Cristina moves into an apartment of her own; and Megan decides if she wants to be single or in a relationship with Sean.

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What Love Means
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7.85
46 votes

#14 - What Love Means

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/20/2017

The group discuss love, relationships and sexuality, but Cristina struggles to do so with Mariano and Bea.

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Bachelor Pad
star
7.87
46 votes

#15 - Bachelor Pad

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/23/2016

The fathers plan for Stepven and Sean to become roommates; John performs a new song he hasn't quite mastered at a fundraiser; Megan travels to Los Angeles for a job interview.

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Don't Limit Me
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7.89
37 votes

#16 - Don't Limit Me

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/12/2016

Elena has trouble accepting herself despite Megan's assurances. Angel plans a special expression of his love for Cristina. Megan bids farewell to her new friends as the summer comes to a close.

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Dream Makers
star
7.91
53 votes

#17 - Dream Makers

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/22/2015

Rachel prepares for a first date with a crush from drama class; Megan shares her desire to have a baby; aspiring rap artist John heads into the studio to record his debut track.

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Rough Waters
star
7.95
37 votes

#18 - Rough Waters

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/13/2016

Rachel and her friends go white-water rafting during a camping trip to Kern River; Angel plans a romantic surprise for Cristina's return; Megan and Steven realize that they share many things in common.

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Oh Baby!
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7.97
40 votes

#19 - Oh Baby!

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/27/2016

Megan learns that taking care of a baby is harder than she imagined. Rachel finds romance on the road to fitness. Steven confronts his feelings about Megan.

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It's Complicated
star
8.00
47 votes

#20 - It's Complicated

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/27/2017

The group visit a dude ranch hoping for a getaway, but things don't go as planned. Also: Elena finishes barista training and Angel starts getting cold feet about marriage.

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What's Normal?
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8.03
67 votes

#21 - What's Normal?

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/15/2015

Concerns are raised about Elena's behavior after she has an altercation with Rachel; Angel wants to take his relationship with girlfriend Cristina to the next level; Sean's parents realize their son is ready to become more independent.

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The Blindside
star
8.04
50 votes

#22 - The Blindside

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/6/2017

Rachel gets an audition for a film; John discovers a new side to his father; and a shocking event drastically changes the group dynamic.

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The Times They Are a Changin'
star
8.07
67 votes

#23 - The Times They Are a Changin'

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/16/2017

Megan's romance with Brendan is jeopardized by a mutual attraction with Steven. Cristina tries living on her own after completing her independent living classes.

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Pursuit of Happiness
star
8.10
21 votes

#24 - Pursuit of Happiness

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/15/2018

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Joyride
star
8.11
19 votes

#25 - Joyride

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/29/2018

With the help of some cute fireman and a self-defense class, Rachel and Megan learn to stay safe while living alone. They celebrate their independence with a no drama party. John and Steven get behind the wheel at last.

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