The BEST episodes of Last Chance U season 1

Every episode of Last Chance U season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Last Chance U season 1!

Elite athletes with difficult pasts turn to junior college football for a last shot at turning their lives around and achieving their dreams.

Last Updated: 3/14/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
It Is What It Is
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8.48
163 votes

#1 - It Is What It Is

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/29/2016

The regular season comes to an explosive end, and the team must deal with the fallout from their actions. The players prepare for life after EMCC.

Blood Makes the Grass Grow
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8.16
166 votes

#2 - Blood Makes the Grass Grow

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/29/2016

DJ faces choices that will make or break his future. John hopes for a chance to impress Auburn coaches. Bad blood builds in the regular-season finale.

Homecoming
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8.10
170 votes

#3 - Homecoming

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/29/2016

Players, other students and the community prepare for homecoming weekend. Tensions rise at the homecoming game, prompting Buddy to lose his cool.

Most Dangerous Game
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7.90
220 votes

#4 - Most Dangerous Game

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/29/2016

The starting quarterback battle rages on. Brittany worries about the players' academic progress. EMCC's winning streak is threatened by a rival.

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Plan B
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7.89
183 votes

#5 - Plan B

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/29/2016

The coaches and players deal with unfamiliar adversity. DJ and others struggle with school. Ollie faces tough times and seeks comfort back home.

Last Chance U
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7.86
272 votes

#6 - Last Chance U

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/29/2016

Desperate for an opportunity at a major school, the players at East Mississippi Community College prepare for a season that's crucial to their future.