The WORST episodes of South of Nowhere

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

A family moves from Ohio to Los Angeles, where they realize they are unprepared for the city's fast pace and the overcrowded public school that the three teenagers will attend.

Last Updated: 2/4/2024Network: TeenNickStatus: Ended
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Career Day
star
6.44
9 votes

#1 - Career Day

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/10/2008

"Spashley" is back, and this time Ashley's the one looking for commitment. Glen gets fired by Jake because he wasn't there for Kyla when the photographer cornered her from the night before. Glen comes home to find Arthur "son-ing" Aiden, who is also dating the new girl, Sasha Miller. Meanwhile, Jake decides to scam Ashley and make Kyla's voice on the cd fake, seeing as how she can't sing. 

Directors: Paul Hoen
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Can't Buy Me Love
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6.62
8 votes

#2 - Can't Buy Me Love

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/10/2007

When Ashley and Kyla get their inheritance from their father’s estate, Ashley thinks the money will give her the opportunity to get away with Spencer. However, when Aiden decides he wants a second chance with Ashley, it throws a major dent in her plans. Later, when Spencer finds out that Ashley and Aiden spent the night together, she decides to end her relationship with Ashley. Meanwhile, Glen tries to think of a way to get out of serving in the Army.

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Spencer's New Girlfriend
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6.67
9 votes

#3 - Spencer's New Girlfriend

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/24/2007

Spencer becomes closer to Carmen. Ashley and Aiden's relationship suffers.

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Behind the Music
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6.71
14 votes

#4 - Behind the Music

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/6/2006

Ashley has only had Kyla as a sister for a few weeks, and she's already sick of her. Things get ugly between the two, and a VH1 special about their dad makes the situation even worse. Plus, fact that Aiden is crushing on Kyla isn't helping much either.

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Friends With Benefits
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6.75
20 votes

#5 - Friends With Benefits

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/16/2005

Spencer and Ashley have a friendly competition for Aiden’s affection, which gets a little out of hand. Clay and Sean have a night from hell as they are on their way back from the movies. When two dead bodies come into the ER, Paula and Arthur are forced to deal with the harsh realities of living in Los Angeles.

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Love, Child and Videotape
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6.89
9 votes

#6 - Love, Child and Videotape

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/15/2006

As happy as Spencer and Ashley are together, Spence suspects that Ash was happier when she and Aiden were a thing.

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A Very Inconvenient Truth
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6.90
10 votes

#7 - A Very Inconvenient Truth

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/24/2008

After being completely embarassed on national television, Kyla tries to get back into Ashley's good graces by being honest with her. Meanwhile, Ashley feels as if she is being pushed aside by Spencer.

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That Is So Not Mom
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6.93
14 votes

#8 - That Is So Not Mom

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/3/2006

Clay's life is ripped in two by his past and his future.

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Saturday Night Is For Fighting
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7.00
9 votes

#9 - Saturday Night Is For Fighting

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/14/2007

Jake's working hard to make Kyla the new It girl, but when she finds out that Ashley's poised to out-It her, It hits the fan. Aiden's there to see it splatter, and realizes that he might be splattering along with it. Meanwhile, Spencer discovers that guys have a hard time distinguishing being with her from being with her.

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Fighting Crime
star
7.00
8 votes

#10 - Fighting Crime

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/7/2007

Spencer and Carmen's relationship is done, just as Aiden and Madison are just getting started. Meanwhile, Ashley is visited by a friend from New York who has big plans for her future, and Chelsea has plans for the baby, but she might not have much say in the end.

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Taking Seconds
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7.00
10 votes

#11 - Taking Seconds

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 12/5/2008

Spencer and Chelsea both share some news.

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Secret Truths (1)
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7.07
29 votes

#12 - Secret Truths (1)

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/4/2005

After their mother gets a new job, the Carlin family moves from small town Ohio to the big city of Los Angeles, California. Siblings Spencer, Glenn and adopted African American Clay must adjust to a new school, friends, and problems and must try and survive in a place where everyone else is also trying to find their identity.

Directors: Donna Deitch
Writer: Rose Troche
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Under My Skin
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7.08
13 votes

#13 - Under My Skin

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/13/2006

Ashley makes a new friend named Josie, only to learn that Spencer doesn't approve. Clay's term paper makes him struggle with his identity, and Glen and Aiden arrange a wild poker.

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Better Late Than Never
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7.10
10 votes

#14 - Better Late Than Never

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/14/2008

Glen finally discovers true love, but quickly has problems dealing with his new feelings.

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The It Girls
star
7.14
7 votes

#15 - The It Girls

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/17/2007

A documentary about the prom shooting airs. Spencer & Ashley are over (for now) but could there be something between Kyla & Ashley?

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Spencer's 18th Birthday
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7.20
10 votes

#16 - Spencer's 18th Birthday

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/17/2008

Spencer's grandmother comes to visit for her special day. Spencer has a hard time telling her grandmother about her newfound sexuality. Meanwhile, Spencer gets to know Lily's girlfriend, Jonica. Kyla and Ashley are asked to sing on national televison, they embarrass themseleves live, all thanks to Kyla and her fake voice. Meanwhile, Glen becomes hurt when he witness Aiden spending quality time with his father.

Directors: Paul Hoen
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Trouble in Paradise
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7.22
9 votes

#17 - Trouble in Paradise

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/22/2006

Aiden has trouble coming to terms with his feelings for Ashley. Especially since he is now dating her half sister again. As Aiden tries to make Ashley realize that they were meant to be, Spencer watches as her heart breaks.

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Shake Rattle & Roll
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7.25
16 votes

#18 - Shake Rattle & Roll

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/20/2006

Ashley and Madison have another clash in the girl’s locker room. In a little tussle, Madison discovers Ashley’s cell phone that has fallen out of her bag and the mischief begins. A basketball scout from a major University is interested in recruiting Glen and tries to persuade his decision with some expensive gifts. At home, Arthur finds a suspicious email. The Carlin family experiences their first California earthquake, which shakes the foundation of their friendships and marriage.

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The Truth Hurts
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7.29
7 votes

#19 - The Truth Hurts

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/31/2007

Spencer has moved on with a relationship with Carmen, but Ashley wants her friend back; Madison wants to get into a club and hopes Ashley will help her do it; and Aiden just wants someone to help him before he falls apart.

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Love and Kisses
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7.30
10 votes

#20 - Love and Kisses

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/7/2008

Spencer is having fun hanging out with Lily's hipster crowd, which includes spending time with Jonica. Meanwhile, the budding relationship between Aiden and Sasha faces a challenge and Glen begins to having feelings for another.

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Secret Truths (2)
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7.37
16 votes

#21 - Secret Truths (2)

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/4/2005

Directors: Donna Deitch
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Gay Pride
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7.42
12 votes

#22 - Gay Pride

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/21/2007

Spencer goes to Pride and she wants someone to come and show pride with her.

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Say it Aint So, Spencer
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7.47
17 votes

#23 - Say it Aint So, Spencer

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/27/2006

Spencer accepts a date with Aiden, which ends up confusing her even more. Clay faces trouble while searcing for his birth mother, while Paula and Arthur try couple's counseling as a way to deal with their issues.

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Put Out or Get Out
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7.47
19 votes

#24 - Put Out or Get Out

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/18/2005

Ashley is not too impressed with Spencer's new gal pal. Meanwhile, Clay finds common ground with someone he least expected and Madison puts Glen and Aiden in a possibly dangerous situation.

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Friends, Lovers, Brothers, and Others
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7.47
19 votes

#25 - Friends, Lovers, Brothers, and Others

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/11/2005

Ashley is shocked to learn that her rock star father is back in town and receives support from Spencer and Ashley. However, problems arise when Spencer and Aiden get closer. Sean and Clay continue bonding, and Glen and Madison's relationship intensifies.

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