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The Best Episodes of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez

Every episode of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez!

Best episode
S1E8 Odin
8.0180 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 If It's to Be
7.4281 votes
Top season
Season 1
7.6avg
Binge time
7h 26m
10 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 8 - Odin
    8.0/10(180 votes)

    S1:E8

    When tragic news sends Aaron deeper into his mental turmoil, he tries to find reprieve in an ill-fated new friendship.

    Director:Steven Canals
    Writer:Hadi Nicholas Deeb

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  2. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 9 - What's Left Behind
    7.8/10(159 votes)

    S1:E9

    With Aaron behind bars, the women in his life are forced to face their new reality and make a difficult decision.

    Director:Jennifer Lynch
    Writers:Hadi Nicholas Deeb, Stacey McCormack

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  3. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 6 - Herald Street
    7.7/10(184 votes)

    S1:E6

    As his NFL stardom rises, Aaron commits a violent act that casts a haunting shadow over his picture-perfect life.

    Director:Maggie Kiley
    Writer:Matthew Hodgson

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  4. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 5 - The Man
    7.6/10(188 votes)

    S1:E5

    Struggling to fit the mold of the "Patriot Way," Aaron reconnects with an old love interest and seeks out a dangerous new friend.

    Director:Maggie Kiley
    Writers:Domonique Foxworth, Liz Tuccillo

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  5. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 7 - Dirty Pain
    7.6/10(166 votes)

    S1:E7

    Fearing for his life, Aaron goes to California for surgery and a fresh start but he cannot escape his growing paranoia.

    Director:Steven Canals
    Writer:Lee Edward Colston

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  6. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 4 - Birthday Money
    7.6/10(196 votes)

    S1:E4

    Aaron prepares for the NFL Draft with high hopes, but secrets from his past threaten to unravel his NFL prospects.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writers:Ryan Farley, Chelsey Lora

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  7. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 10 - Who Killed Aaron Hernandez?
    7.5/10(164 votes)

    S1:E10

    New lawyers and a second trial offer unexpected hope, but Aaron's tortured mind struggles to withstand the weight of his deepest secrets.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writers:Stuart Zicherman, Tracey Scott Wilson

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  8. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 3 - Pray the Gay Away
    7.4/10(221 votes)

    S1:E3

    Aaron's star status brings him acclaim but he struggles to resist hidden temptations and seeks counsel from an unlikely source.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writer:Chelsey Lora

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  9. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 2 - Consequences, with Extreme Prejudice
    7.4/10(246 votes)

    S1:E2

    Aaron faces college level competition on the field and distractions off of it; he learns that the rules work differently when you're a team asset.

    Director:Carl Franklin
    Writer:Ryan Farley

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  10. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Season 1 Episode 1 - If It's to Be
    7.4/10(281 votes)

    S1:E1

    Young Aaron grows up with high aspirations and immense pressure for his football career; when tragedy strikes, his fate falls into new hands.

    Director:Carl Franklin
    Writer:Stuart Zicherman

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Best Episodes Summary

"Odin" is the best rated episode of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez. It scored 8.0/10 from 180 votes. Directed by Steven Canals and written by Hadi Nicholas Deeb, it aired on October 29, 2024. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "What's Left Behind".

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