The WORST episodes of Fame

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

In this TV series adaptation of the 1980 motion picture, students at the School of the Arts pour their hearts and souls into their training to become stars in their chosen field.

Last Updated: 6/17/2026Network: NBCStatus: Ended
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#1 - Baby Remember My Name

Season 6 - Episode 24 - Aired 5/18/1987

In the series finale, Alumni Week brings back some familiar faces, including Miss Sherwood, Bruno, Coco, Doris, Holly, and Montgomery, who are interviewed for the School of the Arts first video yearbook. Meanwhile, Leroy questions his ability and his desire to make it on his own after Miss Grant suggests he leave the school to pursue his dancing; and Chris lies about his success in the real world when he is asked to be a guest speaker for Mr. Seeger's class.

Directors: Debbie Allen
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#2 - Such Good Friends

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/8/1986

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#3 - Holmes Sweet Holmes

Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/15/1986

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#4 - Double Exposure

Season 5 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/22/1986

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#5 - The Inheritance

Season 5 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/1/1986

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#6 - The Comedian

Season 5 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/22/1986

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#7 - Stage Fright

Season 5 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/29/1986

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#8 - W.S.O.A.

Season 5 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/26/1986

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#9 - Contacts

Season 5 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/3/1986

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#10 - To Tilt At Windmills

Season 5 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/10/1986

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#11 - Losin' It

Season 5 - Episode 23 - Aired 5/17/1986

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#12 - The Incident

Season 5 - Episode 24 - Aired 5/24/1986

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#13 - Back to Something New

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/6/1986

Graduate Christopher finds the real world less than impressed with his arrival; Shorofsky suffers from job burnout; Reggie dabbles in performance art; and a new music student Ian Ware claims friendships with the likes of Prince, Mark Knopfler and Mick Jagger.

Directors: Win Phelps
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#14 - The Last Dance

Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/13/1986

Nicole's discontent with her and Jesse's relationship affects her rehearsals for a performance at the wedding of Christopher's cousin; Danny gets the once-over thrice when he dates an Irish cop's daughter who has a marine and a cop for brothers.

Directors: Oz Scott
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#15 - New Faces

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/20/1986

A cab-driving actor reluctantly joins the faculty, while an 11-year-old pianist joins the student body, and both have difficulties adjusting to their new surroundings.

Directors: Win Phelps
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#16 - Judgement Day

Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/27/1986

A new dance student accuses Leroy of discrimination after he awards a lead role to a black dancer; Shorofsky learns a surprising fact about guitarist Ian; and Leroy introduces Dusty to the Apollo Theatre.

Directors: Oz Scott
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#17 - Hold That Baby

Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/10/1986

Baby-sitting his nephew cramps Christopher's style; dissension threatens to end the girls' new band; Dyrenforth learns the value of Mrs. Berg.

Directors: Oz Scott
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#18 - Of Cabbages and Kings

Season 6 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/4/1987

Clips from past shows illustrate the choices for the school's contribution to a time capsule; schemer Miltie may face expulsion if he fails to come up with an original song for Shorofsky.

Directors: Debbie Allen
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#19 - Reggie and Rose

Season 6 - Episode 21 - Aired 4/27/1987

When a cafeteria worker, who always had dreams of being a singer, is laid off, Reggie persuades her to get her high-school diploma... at the School of the Arts.

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#20 - The Lounge Singer Who Knew Too Much

Season 6 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/20/1987

Jillian's computer error puts Christopher's life in danger when he comes into possession of a cassette labeled "top secret" by a conglomerate involved in national security. Meanwhile, Reggie, Ian and Dusty compete in a video contest.

Directors: Michael Rhodes
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#21 - Best Buddies

Season 6 - Episode 19 - Aired 3/30/1987

Danny reacts with confusion when his longtime pal confides he's gay; Leroy and Lydia compete for the chance to choreograph a commercial.

Directors: Jaime Rogers
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#22 - Ian's Girl

Season 6 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/23/1987

Ian is torn when his old band comes to town; Lou runs for the presidency of a bowling-operators' association.

Directors: Win Phelps
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#23 - That Was the Weekend That Was

Season 6 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/16/1987

Christopher, Leroy, Jillian and Miltie create frustration for Jesse who, with a key borrowed from Shorofsky, lets them all into the school on a Saturday to complete a weekend project.

Directors: Michael Switzer
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#24 - Stradi-various

Season 6 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/23/1987

Reggie, Danny and Jesse learn about wishes coming true after Shorofsky receives a violin with a magical legend.

Directors: Michael Rhodes
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#25 - The Big Contract

Season 6 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/16/1987

Christopher fails to heed Lou's warning that the contract offered by his brother comes with strings attached. Meanwhile, Mr. Seeger tries to establish harmony on the school newspaper.

Writer: Melinda Bell