The WORST episodes of The Breaks

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

The 2016 film chronicled the story of three friends, hustling for a chance to leave their mark in the competitive hip-hop industry. The TV series will continue that same storyline and showcase the ups and downs of artists fighting for a chance to shine in New York City.

Last Updated: 8/20/2024Network: BETStatus: Ended

7.75

190 votes

#1 - Hard To Handle

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/20/2017

Nikki begins her first day as Barry Fouray's new assistant, planning a listening party for rapper Special Ed. Ahm demands his tape back from DeeVee.

Directors: Rashaad Ernesto Green

Writer: Seith Mann

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7.89

142 votes

#2 - Substitution

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/13/2017

Nikki travels to Philadelphia to save a rapper's tour; Damita interviews Barry Fouray; Ahm deals with a personal crisis.

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7.91

169 votes

#3 - It's Just Begun

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/27/2017

Nikki is tasked with getting rapper D-Rome on stage with Keith Sweat while Barry aims to get face time with label exec Mattie Taylor.

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7.96

116 votes

#4 - Under Pressure

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/3/2017

Nikki returns to New York with a new plan involving Mattie Taylor and Imani X; Barry moves forward to expand his company; Damita interviews 2 Live Crew; Ahm is under pressure; DeeVee is pursued by his crew.

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7.99

121 votes

#5 - Amen, Brother

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/20/2017

A tragedy causes the members of Fouray Management to go into panic mode; Barry gets help from a lawyer.

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8.01

153 votes

#6 - Blind Alley

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/6/2017

Nikki tries to sign rapper Imani X (Teyana Taylor) to Barry's new label, but her mother (Kim Wayans) stands in the way. DeeVee competes in a DJ battle while Ahm and his crew retaliate.

Directors: Alex Hall

Writer: Seith Mann

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8.17

116 votes

#7 - Runaway

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/27/2017

Fouray goes on a partying binge; Nikki spends time with her mother; Ahm and DeeVee create a track together; DeeVee seeks revenge.

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8.36

111 votes

#8 - N.T.

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/10/2017

Barry Fouray and Mattie race to sign Ahm; Nikki and DeeVee have to make difficult choices that will impact their lives forever.

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