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The Best Episodes of Last Chance U

Every episode of Last Chance U ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Last Chance U!

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In a docuseries set at one of NCAA football's most fertile recruiting grounds, guys with red flags seek to prove their worth on the field and in class.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Last Chance U Season 1 Episode 5 - Blood Makes the Grass Grow
    8.6/10(177 votes)

    #1 - Blood Makes the Grass Grow

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Last Chance U Season 4 Episode 4 - Garden City
    8.4/10(110 votes)

    #2 - Garden City

    S4:E4

    Hard feelings from last year rise to the surface in a rematch between ICC and Garden City, as coaches Jason Brown and Jeff Sims butt heads yet again.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Last Chance U Season 1 Episode 6 - It Is What It Is
    8.3/10(177 votes)

    #3 - It Is What It Is

    S1:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 7 - Bigger and Better Things
    8.3/10(133 votes)

    #4 - Bigger and Better Things

    S2:E7

    As the state playoffs loom, tensions rise between several players and the coaches. Brittany ponders her future at EMCC.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 8 - Last Man Standing
    8.3/10(137 votes)

    #5 - Last Man Standing

    S2:E8

    It's crunch time as the players take finals and weigh scholarship offers while still holding aspirations of winning a national championship at EMCC.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Last Chance U Season 3 Episode 3 - Jimmys and Joes
    8.3/10(123 votes)

    #6 - Jimmys and Joes

    S3:E3

    Bad blood with his old boss fuels Brown's fire as the newly confident Pirates welcome defending national champion Garden City to Independence.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Last Chance U Season 3 Episode 8 - Dust in The Wind
    8.3/10(111 votes)

    #7 - Dust in The Wind

    S3:E8

    As a game against rival Coffeyville caps off the regular season, the ICC players and coaches reflect on the season and weigh their next moves.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Last Chance U Season 1 Episode 2 - Most Dangerous Game
    8.1/10(185 votes)

    #8 - Most Dangerous Game

    S1:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 6 - The Curse
    8.1/10(143 votes)

    #9 - The Curse

    S2:E6

    EMCC hopes to maintain its focus against winless Coahoma, a program trying to overcome a deficiency in talent, facilities and support.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Last Chance U Season 4 Episode 8 - Hustlers Survive
    8.1/10(91 votes)

    #10 - Hustlers Survive

    S4:E8

    The season finale presents a chance to end the season on a positive note. Markiese makes a big mistake, and Brown faces criticism over a text message.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 1 - Half a Team
    8.0/10(164 votes)

    #11 - Half a Team

    S2:E1

    Buddy makes changes in response to the publicity the show brought to the EMCC program. The Lions are forced to play short-handed in the season opener.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Last Chance U Season 3 Episode 4 - Get Outta Dodge
    8.0/10(121 votes)

    #12 - Get Outta Dodge

    S3:E4

    Despite ICC's winning streak, tensions start to boil over as Brown gets fed up with his players and coaches before and during a game in Dodge City.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Last Chance U Season 3 Episode 5 - Out of State
    8.0/10(129 votes)

    #13 - Out of State

    S3:E5

    Brown and his players open up about their upbringings and how their relationships with family -- positive and negative -- shaped who they are today.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Last Chance U Season 1 Episode 1 - Last Chance U
    7.8/10(212 votes)

    #14 - Last Chance U

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Last Chance U Season 1 Episode 4 - Homecoming
    7.8/10(161 votes)

    #15 - Homecoming

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 5 - For My Momma
    7.8/10(135 votes)

    #16 - For My Momma

    S2:E5

    As EMCC prepares for the No. 1 team in the country, defensive linemen Chauncey, Kam and Tim continue their battle to atone for their past actions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Last Chance U Season 4 Episode 5 - The Hangover
    7.8/10(100 votes)

    #17 - The Hangover

    S4:E5

    Jay’s injuries cause him frustration. Malik tries to make the most of his opportunities. Tensions run high after a game against Fort Scott.

    Director:Luke Lorentzen
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Last Chance U Season 5 Episode 5 - The City
    7.8/10(94 votes)

    #18 - The City

    S5:E5

    Rejzohn discusses a painful memory, then suffers a physical setback. Despite recent success, Laney still feels disrespected by a rival in San Francisco.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Last Chance U Season 1 Episode 3 - Plan B
    7.7/10(165 votes)

    #19 - Plan B

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 2 - Football Saved My Life
    7.7/10(146 votes)

    #20 - Football Saved My Life

    S2:E2

    De'Andre gears up for his first game since he was kicked out of Florida State. Isaiah and his brother open up about their difficult childhood.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Last Chance U Season 2 Episode 3 - Can't Make the Club in the Tub
    7.7/10(139 votes)

    #21 - Can't Make the Club in the Tub

    S2:E3

    Brittany and Davern try to motivate Kam on and off the field. Isaiah's health concerns continue into a rivalry game against Itawamba.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Last Chance U Season 3 Episode 6 - Neewollah
    7.7/10(115 votes)

    #22 - Neewollah

    S3:E6

    The team prepares to play during the town's big annual festival. Bobby struggles to overcome frustration. An ICC student writes a song for the team.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Last Chance U Season 3 Episode 7 - Abracadabra
    7.7/10(107 votes)

    #23 - Abracadabra

    S3:E7

    As the Pirates get ready for a shot at a conference title, recruiters from four-year schools visit and players scramble to get their grades in order.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Last Chance U Season 4 Episode 6 - S Show
    7.7/10(101 votes)

    #24 - S Show

    S4:E6

    As players and coaches start to prioritize themselves over the team, Brown tries to regain control -- but a sideline outburst proves costly.

    Director:Luke Lorentzen
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Last Chance U Season 5 Episode 1 - The Town
    7.7/10(104 votes)

    #25 - The Town

    S5:E1

    Life is demanding for players at Oakland's Laney College, where they must pay for their own housing and expenses while pursuing a future in football.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Blood Makes the Grass Grow" is the best rated episode of "Last Chance U". It scored 8.6/10 based on 177 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/29/2016. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Garden City".