The WORST episodes of LA Ink
Every episode of LA Ink ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of LA Ink!
Kat Von D has come home to Los Angeles to fulfill her dream of opening up her own tattoo shop. The news has spread and celebrities, rising starlets, punk rockers, musicians and tattoo collectors alike are lining up for some of Kat's famous black and grey ink. In a city known for its tattoo culture, LA Ink is sure to stand out -- drawing clients from all over the world and from all walks of life. But with popularity comes headaches, drama and a lot of hard work. Playing by her own rules, Kat lives a fast-paced, rebel lifestyle. Hers is a life of freedom: she sets her own schedule, picks her clients, sleeps late,and parties all night. For her shop to be a success, Kat will need to learn how to balance her lifestyle and her business while managing a colorful staff of renowned artists. LA Ink will offer a rare glimpse into an LA that is seldom seen, through the eyes of a true insider.
#1 - Blonde Ambition
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/17/2009
#2 - Novelty Girls
Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 2/5/2008
Kat and Orbi's relationship grows closer when she tattoos a portrait of Rock N Roll legend, Roy Orbison, on Orbi. Pixie and Kim decide to try speed dating but it doesn't fair so well.
#3 - New Beginnings
Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 1/29/2008
Amist all the tension between the crew, they decide to put it all behind them and make a fresh start. Kat hires her sister, Karoline, to be her personal assistant while she plans a special surprise with the help of comedian Tom Green.
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#6 - Kat's Back, Where's Hannah?
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/1/2008
Kat returns to the shop to find that Hannah is still in Chicago. And that Pixie took a week off from work - without telling her! Plus, Kat comes up with an idea for a tattoo and music convention called "Musink."
#7 - Oh Brother
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/29/2010
Kat convinces Michael to run a marathon, but after he drops out, she finds other ways to spend time with him. American Electric celebrates its 11th anniversary, and Paulie's refusal to participate angers Craig just as much as Amy's surprise guest.
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#8 - The Black Widow
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/22/2010
Kat wakes up to find that a spider has bitten her eye, and the possibility of surgery scares her just as much as not being able to tattoo. Corey calms the tension at American Electric when he agrees to tattoo Amy and Paulie.
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#9 - The Rock Rolls
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/1/2010
Kat decides to bring Corey back after listening to the rest of the crew. However, it maybe too late since he may have changed his mind. At American Electric, the tension explodes between Amy and Ruthless and Paulie is almost speechless when a new visitor walks in.
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#10 - The Final Showdown
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/1/2009
Kat has decided to have the mural in the back of shop redone and mistakelly announces that the entire shop personal will be on it. Aubry is looking forward to seeing her face as validation of the poor treatment she feels the staff have been showing her.
#12 - Skate Ramp
Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 2/12/2008
Kat decides to build a full sized skate ramp inside the shop. But Hannah, whose work station will be right next to the ramp, doesn't like the idea and thinks bad things will happen. Meanwhile, because of the construction in the shop, Corey and Kim are forced to work in Corey's shop.
#13 - Outside Interests
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/10/2009
Dan reminds Kat that he's taking a break to record songs with his band and she is caught off guard. Paulie's frustration with the lack of work leads to a heated blowout.
#14 - Sobriety & Sisterhood
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/3/2009
The shop marks Kat's two year soberity aniversery with a special surprise, while Kat celebrates the occasion by tattooing her sister Karoline. Aubry plans hitting the stage to perform stand up comedy.
#15 - Tramp Stamp of Approval
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/27/2009
In the previous episode, Aubry was thinking about getting a tattoo and now thinks getting it at shop will earn some brownie points. However, Kat is worried that she isn't doing it for the right reason.
#17 - While Kat's Away, Aubry Will Play
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/13/2009
When Kat finds out she must travel back to New York City to help promote her new fragrance line, she brings in tattoo artist, Dan Smith, to help out in the busy shop. Meanwhile, Aubry’s antics wear Adrienne down as the work piles up.
#18 - Tick, Tock, Biological Clock
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/6/2009
Aubry has been trying to fit in at the shop but her efforts are causing tension. Kat asks everyone to make her feel welcome and to show it, she sets Aubry up with one of Kat's good friends. While on the date Aubry announces she wants a baby.
#21 - Stranger In My Shop
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/16/2009
With her business expanding, Kat is forced to go against her policy and hire some strangers. She brings in a new tattooist named Amy to see how she fits in around the shop.
#22 - What's Wrong Kat?
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/4/2010
Kat's cat, Ludwig, is very sick and she is having a hard time dealing with it and Liz's superior attitude after she found out there are four "Shop Manager" positions and the basics of the job. While Craig questions Aubry's competence at American Electric and gets a visit from his brother.
#23 - Nothing is Forever, Not Even Tattoos
Season 4 - Episode 21 - Aired 9/15/2011
When Kat decides to open an Austin tattoo shop with Jesse, the High Voltage family fears their home of 5 years may be closing its doors for good. Regret is a bitter pill when Kat hears Michael's big confession. Kat faces the toughest decision of her life.
#24 - While Kat's Away
Season 4 - Episode 20 - Aired 9/8/2011
Kat decides to make some upgrades to High Voltage and hires a contractor who has his own ideas. While Kat is in Austin with Jesse, chaos ensues in the shop and on the home front.
#25 - Time is Up
Season 3 - Episode 24 - Aired 4/29/2010
Kat and Corey's friendship is at the breaking point when Corey is acting out against High Voltage. Liz's time at the shop comes to an end when Kat learns of her lie. Amy's Irish boyfriend comes to America.