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The Best Episodes of Close Enough

Every episode of Close Enough ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Close Enough!

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A surreal take on transitioning from 20-something to 30-something centering on a married couple juggling such everyday challenges as parenthood, friendship, ham theft, stripper clowns and choosing the right day care.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Close Enough Season 2 Episode 9 - Handy
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E9

    Randy discovers his true calling while stranded on a deserted island.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Marlena Rodriguez

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  2. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 10 - Birthdaze
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E10

    Tired of children’s birthday parties, Josh and Emily try to make Candice’s party more exciting for adults.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:Aaron Burdette, Michael Colton, John Aboud

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  3. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 11 - Time Hooch
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E11

    Alex and Josh travel back in time to save Alex and Bridgette’s marriage.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:Chris Kula, Craig Rowin

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  4. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 12 - World's Greatest Teacher
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E12

    When a new music teacher becomes popular, a jealous Mr. Campbell plots her downfall.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Chris Kula

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  5. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 13 - Where'd You Go, Bridgette?
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E13

    While Pearle helps Bridgette break her phone addiction, the others mistakenly believe Bridgette has been abducted.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Marlena Rodriguez

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  6. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 14 - The Erotic Awakening of A.P. LaPearle
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E14

    To market his steamy novel of Viking erotica, Alex recruits Pearle to pose as the book’s author.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Chris Kula

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  7. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 15 - Men Rock!
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E15

    Bridgette and Emily discover they are beloved rock stars in a foreign country.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Stephanie Amante-Ritter

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  8. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 16 - Secret Horse
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E16

    A horse gets loose during a windstorm and teaches the gang to dream again.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Alison Agosti

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  9. Close Enough Season 3 Episode 9 - Robots with Benefits
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S3:E9

    Fearing for their jobs, Josh and his coworkers must destroy their robot replacement.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:J.G. Quintel, Alison Agosti, Aaron Burdette, Gabe Delahaye, Melissa Hunter, John Aboud, Stephanie Amante-Ritter, Michael Colton, Calvin Wong, Jordan Young

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  10. Close Enough Season 3 Episode 7 - Bridgette the Brain
    9.2/10(912 votes)

    S3:E7

    Bridgette and her sister Olivia’s lifelong rivalry comes to a head as they vie for their mother’s approval.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:Bill Oakley, Alison Agosti, J.G. Quintel, Aaron Burdette, Michael Colton, John Aboud, Eileen Álvarez, Sierra Katow, Calvin Wong, Sean O'Connor, Opeyemi Olagbaju

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  11. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 13 - First Date
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    S1:E13

    While Josh and Emily try to rekindle their relationship, Alex acts as Bridgette's wingman on a horrifying double date.

    Director:Calvin Wong
    Writers:Marlena Rodriguez, Kristy Grant

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  12. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 14 - Snailin' It
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    S1:E14

    Overwhelmed with work, Emily goes to extreme lengths to make time for Candice.

    Director:Sean Szeles
    Writer:Minty Lewis

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  13. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 2 - Meet the Frackers
    9.0/10(2882 votes)

    S2:E2

    Randy discovers his birth parents are alive and wealthy.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Aaron Burdette

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  14. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 2 - The Perfect House
    8.9/10(3051 votes)

    S1:E2

    Emily becomes addicted to visiting open houses as an escape from her chaotic home life.

    Directors:Sean Szeles, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Minty Lewis

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  15. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 3 - Logan's Run'd
    8.9/10(3004 votes)

    S1:E3

    In a last-ditch attempt to prove they can still party, Emily, Josh, and Alex follow Bridgette to a hot new nightclub.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Chris Kula

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  16. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 3 - Sauceface
    8.9/10(2820 votes)

    S2:E3

    Candice becomes the kingpin of an illegal hot-sauce racket.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Chris Kula

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  17. Close Enough Season 3 Episode 8 - Never Meet Your Heroes
    8.9/10(866 votes)

    S3:E8

    Alex gets the opportunity to perfect his writing skills as an apprentice under his favorite author.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:Bill Oakley, Alison Agosti, J.G. Quintel, Aaron Burdette, Michael Colton, John Aboud, Eileen Álvarez, Sierra Katow, Calvin Wong, Sean O'Connor, Opeyemi Olagbaju

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  18. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 4 - Houseguest from Hell
    8.8/10(2798 votes)

    S2:E4

    Emily lets an old friend crash at the apartment but getting rid of her proves difficult.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Melissa Hunter

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  19. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 8 - Cool Moms
    8.7/10(2926 votes)

    S1:E8

    Emily tries to roll with the "cool moms" at Candice's school, while Josh and Alex help Randy find his mom.

    Director:Sean Szeles
    Writers:Matt Price, Alison Agosti, Owen Dennis

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  20. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 5 - Skate Dad
    8.6/10(2918 votes)

    S1:E5

    Struggling to bond with Candice, Josh goes all out to become the world's best skate dad.

    Director:Calvin Wong
    Writers:Minty Lewis, J.G. Quintel, Owen Dennis

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  21. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 1 - Josh Gets Shredded
    8.6/10(2872 votes)

    S2:E1

    After struggling to play with Candice, Josh tries to get fit but overdoes it.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Gabe Delahaye

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  22. Close Enough Season 3 Episode 5 - Randy Free Solos
    8.6/10(858 votes)

    S3:E5

    Randy goes to great lengths to impress a handsome rock climbing instructor.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:Bill Oakley, Alison Agosti, J.G. Quintel, Aaron Burdette, Michael Colton, John Aboud, Eileen Álvarez, Sierra Katow, Calvin Wong, Sean O'Connor, Opeyemi Olagbaju

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  23. Close Enough Season 2 Episode 5 - Joint Break
    8.5/10(2782 votes)

    S2:E5

    Pearle makes new friends in a water aerobics class who turns out to have a sinister secret.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writer:Gabe Delahaye

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  24. Close Enough Season 1 Episode 6 - 100% No Stress Day
    8.4/10(2892 votes)

    S1:E6

    The roommates work together to give Emily a stress-free day but are promptly sidetracked by shady characters from Alex's past.

    Director:Sean Szeles
    Writers:Bill Oakley, Marlena Rodriguez, Owen Dennis

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  25. Close Enough Season 3 Episode 2 - Venice Vengeance
    8.4/10(869 votes)

    S3:E2

    When she and Candice face off against her oldest rival at Venice Beach, Pearle returns to her childhood roots as a Champion Sandcastle Builder.

    Directors:J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong
    Writers:Bill Oakley, Alison Agosti, J.G. Quintel, Aaron Burdette, Michael Colton, John Aboud, Eileen Álvarez, Sierra Katow, Calvin Wong, Sean O'Connor, Opeyemi Olagbaju

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Best Episodes Summary

"Handy" is the best rated episode of "Close Enough". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by J.G. Quintel, Calvin Wong and written by Marlena Rodriguez, it aired on 2/25/2021. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Birthdaze".