The WORST episodes of Jon & Kate Plus 8
Every episode of Jon & Kate Plus 8 ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Jon & Kate Plus 8!
With two year-old sextuplets and six year-old twins, the Gosselins are hardly your typical American family. Jon and Kate are the ambitious parents of this adorable bunch and they are battling all odds to make sure their brood has a normal, happy childhood. We follow them as they tackle seemingly ordinary life events like pumpkin picking and birthday parties that become extraordinary when you have two sets of energetic multiples.
#1 - It's A Book
Season 4 - Episode 25 - Aired 12/1/2008
The entire Gosselin clan heads to New York City for the day, embarking on a press tour to promote their new book. After a busy morning of appearances on several well-known talk shows, Jon and Kate decide to take advantage of their location and show the kids a little bit of the Big Apple with a carriage ride through Central Park. How will the kids do on such a busy day? And will the long bus ride home bring welcomed naps or unfortunate meltdowns?
#2 - Slops, Sleds, And Sesame
Season 4 - Episode 38 - Aired 3/16/2009
The Gosselins had more tears than smiles to share the first time the Gosselin family went skiing together. A year later, the Gosselin family has learned from their experiences. Jon and Cara head out to Utah to experience some more winter fun on the slopes, while Kate wisely hangs back with the rest of the clan. But how will Kate deal with taking care of seven children all on her own?
#3 - Trip To The Vet
Season 4 - Episode 37 - Aired 3/9/2009
The Gosselin German Shepherd puppies, Nala and Shooka, are growing rapidly. Though they hardly resemble puppies anymore, they're still as curious as can be! But too much curiosity causes an unexpected visit to the vet for one of them. How will the family handle this scare with one of the new family members?
#4 - Bye Old House
Season 4 - Episode 36 - Aired 3/2/2009
The Gosselins have settled in their new home, but they head back to the old house to tie up some loose ends and prepare it to be put on the market. From moving extra boxes to meeting with the realtor, the Gosselins are ready to sell the old house. As the family visits the old house for the last time, will they find that absence makes the heart grow fonder, or that their newest house is the home they've always wanted?
#5 - Puppies!
Season 4 - Episode 35 - Aired 2/23/2009
Now that the Gosselins live in a more spacious home, Jon and Kate have agreed that it's time to expand their already large family. To the delight of the Gosselin children, the whole family sets out to get two new puppies! While the kids enjoy playing with the newest family members, how will Kate handle the additional stress that comes with raising new puppies?
#6 - Home Sweet Home
Season 4 - Episode 34 - Aired 2/16/2009
Jon and Kate have successfully moved themselves and their brood to a new, more spacious house. Although the big move is over, there's lots of work to be done! As they begin to transform a new house into their new home, the kids play and explore the new property. Jon and Kate also set out to choose tile for the basement, but will they be able to agree, or will this outing result in a Gosselin-sized argument?
#7 - Walk In The Woods
Season 4 - Episode 33 - Aired 2/9/2009
After a recent move and lots of unpacking, the Gosselin kids decide to get some fresh air and get out of the house! While Kate's away in the Big Apple, Jon and the kids set out to explore and hike in the woods near their new house. With walking sticks in hand, they're off on an outdoor adventure! Will all the kids enjoy the great outdoors or will there be inevitable meltdowns?
#8 - The Big Move
Season 4 - Episode 32 - Aired 2/2/2009
It's the day Jon and Kate have been anticipating - Moving Day! After lots of planning and preparation, the Gosselin clan finally packs up and moves to a more spacious home. Jon and Kate say goodbye to the house where their children spent most of their young lives, and the family embarks on a new chapter of life. But they must first get there. Can they pull off such a large move with little conflict, or will the immensity of moving a family of ten, increase the usual stress and frustration associated with moving?
#9 - The New House
Season 4 - Episode 31 - Aired 1/26/2009
Jon and Kate have long desired to find a home that fits the needs and space of their large family. That day has finally come, and they're ready to show the new house to all eight kids for the first time! The eager Gosselin kids get to see what their soon-to-be new home looks like before moving day, but will they share the same enthusiasm for the new house as Jon and Kate?
#10 - All You Wanted To Know
Season 4 - Episode 30 - Aired 1/19/2009
For years viewers have watched and marveled as Jon & Kate have raised their adorable brood. Through viewer e-mails and video uploads, hundreds of viewers have inquired about the Gosselins. Jon and Kate sit down, prepared to answer all about their family, their children, and their extraordinary life as the parents of sextuplets and twins. It's all you wanted to know and more!
#11 - All Smiles
Season 4 - Episode 29 - Aired 1/12/2009
As the Gosselin kids are getting older, it's time for more checkups. The little ones visit the dentist for another cleaning and check up, but will they all remain calm in the chair or will there be a repeat of prior checkups? Also, Mady and Cara visit the orthodontist for the first time to find out if they will both need braces.
#12 - Soup & A Surprise
Season 4 - Episode 28 - Aired 1/5/2008
With such a large family, Jon and Kate always plan for ways to save money and time. Kate often sets aside a whole day to make multiple meals that she can freeze and use in the future. On this day, she plans to make lots of soup for the upcoming winter season, but the day doesn't quite go as she expected. Additionally, Jon and Kate have some exciting news to share with the kids that will affect the whole family!
#13 - Giving Back
Season 4 - Episode 27 - Aired 12/15/2008
Jon and Kate express their appreciation for how fortunate they are to have all their needs met, so this holiday season they want to give back to others who are not as fortunate. The whole family will take a journey to Memphis, Tenn. to visit the St. Jude Children's Hospital, where they will distribute holiday gifts to the patients. Jon and Kate hope that their children will not only learn the importance of helping others, but will also see just how gratifying it can be to give back.
#14 - Twins Are Mommy For A Day
Season 4 - Episode 26 - Aired 12/8/2008
The twins are excited when Jon and Kate give them an opportunity to be a mommy to the sextuplets for an entire day. But as they try to guide, feed, and instruct their younger siblings, they soon learn that the grass isn't always greener on the other side. Can Mady and Cara work together and keep the little kids under control, or will there be chaos and meltdowns from both sides? Find out what happens when 2 eight-year-olds attempt to parent 6 four-year-olds!
#15 - B-Ball And More
Season 4 - Episode 39 - Aired 3/23/2009
The Gosselin family goes to see the Harlem Globetrotters, but there's more in store than just amazing basketball!
#16 - Yard Sale
Season 4 - Episode 24 - Aired 11/24/2008
When the Gosselins expanded from a family of four to a family of ten, it's no surprise that the amount of stuff they needed multiplied as well. Jon and Kate have realized how much they've accumulated over the last four years and have decided it's time to clean house and hold a Gosselin-sized yard sale! From strollers to toys to clothes and shoes, Jon and Kate aim to sell everything and give all the proceeds to a charitable cause, since so much was given to them.
#17 - For Better Or Worse
Season 4 - Episode 23 - Aired 11/17/2008
After almost ten years of marriage, the Gosselin family has expanded from two to ten! Jon and Kate prove that they are more committed than ever to each other and their unique life together as parents of multiples. Kate meets with the wedding planner to finalize the special day and the rest of the family prepares for the wedding vow renewal ceremony and catches up with Jon's side of the family. You are cordially invited to attend Jon and Kate's special day in Hawaii!
#18 - Leis & Luaus
Season 4 - Episode 22 - Aired 11/10/2008
After several days of travel, the Gosselins finally arrive in Hawaii, and they are ready to discover the reputed beauty of the 50th American state. The Gosselins learn about Hawaiian culture through private lei making and hula lessons, Hawaiian cooking classes and participating in a traditional Grand Luau. Additionally, the family continues to practice their new-found swimming skills when they go snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean!
#19 - Legos & Safaris
Season 4 - Episode 21 - Aired 11/3/2008
En route to Hawaii for fun and the special renewal of vows ceremony, the Gosselins touch down in San Diego, California for a few days to explore and minimize the stress of the long trip to Hawaii. Jon and Kate take the kids to Legoland, a huge theme park built around the childhood staple toy, Legos! The park is filled with exciting rides, live shows, and thematic dining. The Gosselins also embark on a safari at the nationally renowned Wild Animal Park within the San Diego Zoo. With so many animal-loving children, the Gosselins are guaranteed to have a wildlife adventure!
#20 - Hawaii Here We Come
Season 4 - Episode 20 - Aired 10/27/2008
Jon and Kate are heading west, far west, and they're bringing all eight kids along to see the beauty of Hawaii and to be a part of their vow renewal! But before they leave for the land of sun, there's much to be done! The couple must prepare for the farthest trip West their family has ever taken. In addition to packing for a family ten, Kate must also find the perfect dress for the renewal of vows ceremony.
#21 - Baseball Game With Daddy
Season 4 - Episode 19 - Aired 10/20/2008
It's a day of ballpark fun when the Gosselins are invited to a Phillies game by the manager. Jon takes the boys and Cara to see their first baseball game. After the game, the fun's not over yet. They get to run around the bases, meet the mascot and even meet one of the players! The Phillies also give the Gosselin kids a special treat making the evening a homerun!
#22 - Back To School
Season 4 - Episode 18 - Aired 10/13/2008
After a fun-filled summer, the Gosselins are back to normal life. As usual, Jon and Kate prepare for the twins to head back to school, but this year they also must prepare as the sextuplets start their first year of pre-school! There's lots to do as they ready all eight kids to head to school for the first time in Gosselin history! Will Jon and Kate be able to keep up with all there is to be done?
#23 - Mr. Mom
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 10/13/2008
When Kate heads out of town for a few days, Jon must carry the load for the both of them! Acting as two parents, Jon finds himself challenged by things that he never considered before such as how to get eight kids to school on time! While Kate's away, Jon gets to do things his way, but will he be able to survive without Kate's help or will he come out of this experience with a new-found appreciation for his wife?
#24 - Picture Perfect
Season 4 - Episode 16 - Aired 10/6/2008
Good Housekeeping recently asked Jon and Kate plus their eight to be on the cover of the November issue, which proves to be more challenging than originally anticipated. This episode follows a two-day photo shoot at the Gosselins' home. With more than 35 people on the premises, how will the family handle the sudden influx of so many people? Will Good Housekeeping be able to get the perfect cover with such an active and large family as the subject?
#25 - Sight And Sound
Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 9/15/2008
Jon and Kate take the kids on one of their favorite educational outings. At the nationally known Sight and Sound Theatre, the kids learn about the story of Adam and Eve by watching an interactive play. The production features brilliant set and sound design with live actors and animals. After the show, the kids are in for a special surprise when they get to go on stage themselves and pet all the animals! It's a day of creative learning and fun for the Gosselin family.