The WORST episodes of Home Economics
Every episode of Home Economics ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Home Economics!
The series takes a look at the heartwarming yet super uncomfortable and sometimes frustrating relationship among three adult siblings: one in the 1%, one middle-class and one barely holding on.
#1 - Mermaid Taffeta Wedding Dress, $1,999
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/14/2021
The Hayworth family is invited to the wedding of longtime family friend Spags. When Connor enlists Tom’s help to write and re-write a wedding toast, things take an unexpected turn between the brothers. Sarah realizes Denise is upset they never had a real wedding, while Marina meticulously plans her drinking schedule for a night out without the kids.
#2 - Pilot
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/7/2021
Viewers are introduced to the heartwarming yet super uncomfortable and sometimes frustrating relationship among three adult siblings: one in the 1%, one middle-class and one barely holding on.
#3 - Triple Scoop of Ice Cream, $6.39
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/28/2021
When Tom and Sarah discover that their parents have been spending time at Connor’s house and not theirs, jealousy rears its ugly head. But when it looks like there might be more grandparent time for everyone, they learn to be careful what they wish for.
#4 - Bounce House Rental, $250
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/21/2021
Connor invites all the cousins over for an epic sleepover to cheer up his daughter, Gretchen. Meanwhile, Tom is determined to prove he can be a fun uncle too.
#5 - 49ers Foam Finger, $7
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/22/2021
Connor invites the Hayworth clan to a San Francisco 49ers game as he tries to close his latest business deal. Desperately trying to prove that he knows the game, Tom gets a once-in-a-lifetime chance to showcase his football skills in front of the entire crowd of 49ers Faithful at Levi’s Stadium. Meanwhile, Denise tries to get Sarah to come to terms with Shamiah’s new interest in cheerleading.
#6 - The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire: An Oral History (Used), $11
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/12/2021
Connor invites the siblings to a party he’s throwing for his ex-wife, Emily. While he feels the need to prove that he is cool with their divorce, he is not the only one in the competitive spirit. Tom and Marina try to prove to each other that they still have game, while Sarah finds the perfect solution to the fact that she’s a bad gift-giver.
#7 - 35% of Allied Harness and Sling LTD, $3,000,000
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/5/2021
After upsetting Marina, Tom tries to help out more around the house. While Sarah tries to find temporary employment, she and Denise worry their son will be corrupted after Kelvin decides he wants to learn all about Uncle Connor’s business.
#8 - Opus One Cabernet, 2015, $500
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/19/2021
The family gathers to try and celebrate their parents’ anniversary without spoiling it — like every other year. However, after everyone learns what Tom’s new novel is about, the celebration may just be the worst one yet.
#9 - Chorizo with Mojo Verde and Chicharrón, $45
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/29/2021
Things get a little hot in the kitchen when Tom considers ghostwriting a memoir for a celebrity chef. Connor starts dating a woke friend of Sarah and Denise’s who makes a surprising impact on him.
#10 - Emergency Preparedness Kit, $129.99
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/18/2023
A natural disaster strikes, trapping the family under one roof and without power. As their electronic battery lives are depleted, the Hayworths are left with nothing to do but examine their own lives.
#11 - Book Deal, Terms Negotiable
Season 2 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/11/2022
Tom’s potential new publisher invites himself to the Hayworth family brunch which sends him into a nervous frenzy. Meanwhile, Sarah and Marina give conflicting advice to Connor about his relationship with Windmount’s vice principal, Lauren.
#12 - Windmount Academy, $42,000/year
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/13/2021
Marina worries Camila’s lost touch with her Mexican heritage, so she enlists Tom and the rest of the family to help reconnect with her roots. Prompted by Denise, Sarah interviews for a job at Gretchen’s school but receives some unwanted assistance from Connor.
#13 - Speeding Ticket, $180
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/3/2021
Sofia brings out Tom’s adventurous side which ignites Marina’s jealous side. Meanwhile, Sarah and Denise learn that Shamiah has been confiding in Connor instead of them, leaving them no choice but to take action.
#14 - Mickey Ears, $19.99
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2022
Tom finds out that Connor is his new boss, which threatens to ruin Marina’s perfectly planned trip to the Happiest Place on Earth — Disneyland Resort in California.
#15 - Men’s Water-Resistant Watch, $289
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/5/2022
Tom and Marina must make a difficult choice after they uncover a bombshell revelation about Sofía Salazar. Meanwhile, Connor and JoJo’s secret relationship is complicated by Denise and Sarah’s matchmaking efforts.
#16 - Model Train Set, $150
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/2/2022
After the shocking discovery of a new-half sibling, Tom, Sarah and Connor are tasked with breaking the unexpected news to their parents. Meanwhile, Marina and Denise team up to confront Denise’s stubborn landlord.
#17 - Santa Suit Rental, $25 Per Day
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/7/2022
The most wonderful time of the year brings some unforeseen financial troubles for one member of the Hayworth family. With the help of the entire brood and some holiday magic, the Hayworths are reminded that there’s nothing better than being home for the holidays.
#18 - Melatonin 10 Mg Tablets, $14.99
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2022
Tom begins publicity for his new book as Marina takes on the redesign of Gretchen’s room, which causes a lot of stress at home and in the bedroom. Meanwhile, Sarah, Denise and the kids have to crash at Connor’s house when their apartment floods, much to Lupe’s chagrin.
#19 - Bottle Service, $800 Plus Tip (25% Suggested)
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/6/2021
The family is in for a wild night out when they accompany Connor to a club to help him jumpstart his dating life. When Tom steps up as Connor’s wingman, things don’t exactly go as planned.
#20 - Mango THC Gummies, $18
Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/20/2022
The entire Hayworth family goes to attend the Windmount Academy musical to support Gretchen and Sarah. Meanwhile, in an effort to help calm Tom’s nerves as he awaits news about his book, Marina proposes they take the edge off and relax by taking edibles.
#21 - Round Trip Ticket SAN-OAK, $234
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/19/2022
Tom feels threatened when Marina’s father comes to visit, but it’s Marina who has a hard time making peace with her dad. Meanwhile, Connor helps Sarah and Denise declutter their small apartment.
#22 - Sushi For Twelve, $482 Plus Delivery
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2022
With a house full of Hayworths, nothing is off limits for discussion — including Tom and Marina’s lives in, and out, of the bedroom. Connor’s patience as host is running thin, so Sarah and Denise strategize a creative way to show their appreciation.
#23 - Camping Tent, $39.99
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/12/2022
While Connor looks to Tom for advice on how to come clean with Denise about a sensitive matter, Marina is surprised to learn that Sarah didn’t like her when they first met.
#24 - Giant Jenga, $120
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/20/2021
Tom spirals when Connor dates a woman who broke his heart at summer camp. Then, family game night becomes an all-or-nothing competition between Marina and Denise.
#25 - Secret Santa Gift, $25 Limit
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/1/2021
As Christmas approaches, Tom finally receives his first advance check from the Sofia Salazar book, leaving him and Marina to decide what to do with the money. Meanwhile, Sarah receives an extravagant gift from the parents at her new school and has a hard time parting with it.