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Rayna Jaymes and Juliette Barnes face personal and professional challenges as they navigate their paths as artists and individuals. Surrounding them, and often complicating their lives, are their family, friends and, in some cases, lovers,

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Nashville Season 6 Episode 9 - Pick Yourself Up
    7.1/10(133 votes)

    #1 - Pick Yourself Up

    S6:E9

    After his collapse while performing at the late night show, Will recovers in the hospital and frets about his future. Brad gets a restraining order against Deacon, fueling conflict between Deacon and Jessie. The media get wind of Juliette’s extended stay in South America and begin harassing Avery about it. Maddie gets caught up in the fast lane lifestyle of Jonah Ford.

    Director:Jesse Zwick
    Writer:Jesse Zwick

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  2. Nashville Season 1 Episode 3 - Someday You'll Call My Name
    7.4/10(354 votes)

    #2 - Someday You'll Call My Name

    S1:E3

    Rayna learns her family is facing financial ruin; Juliette asks Deacon to write and tour with her exclusively; Juliette's mother re-enters her life.

    Director:Michael Engler
    Writer:Liz Tigelaar

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  3. Nashville Season 1 Episode 4 - We Live in Two Different Worlds
    7.4/10(353 votes)

    #3 - We Live in Two Different Worlds

    S1:E4

    Rayna and Teddy's relationship is tested when Rayna performs with Deacon at Teddy's campaign fundraiser and a woman from Teddy's past (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) shows up with a secret. Meanwhile, Juliette tries to burnish her image with an appearance on "Good Morning America" and is interviewed by Robin Roberts; Gunnar makes a connection with his publisher's assistant, Hailey; and Teddy and Coleman agree to take the moral high ground during the campaign -- but will it last?

    Director:Paul McCrane
    Writer:Todd Ellis Kessler

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  4. Nashville Season 1 Episode 5 - Move It on Over
    7.4/10(310 votes)

    #4 - Move It on Over

    S1:E5

    Rayna thinks about moving on when Deacon sets boundaries in their relationship; as Juliette struggles with her mother's addictions, Deacon is reminded of difficult moments in his past; tension between Gunnar and Avery puts pressure on Scarlet.

    Director:Lesli Linka Glatter
    Writer:David Marshall Grant

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  5. Nashville Season 5 Episode 14 - (Now and Then There's) A Fool Such as I
    7.4/10(137 votes)

    #5 - (Now and Then There's) A Fool Such as I

    S5:E14

    Maddie and Clay get pulled over by a police officer. Juliette searches for a hit to relaunch her career. Damien George returns to Nashville with a grand plan for Scarlett.

    Director:John Carrafa
    Writer:Callie Khouri

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  6. Nashville Season 6 Episode 1 - New Strings
    7.4/10(153 votes)

    #6 - New Strings

    S6:E1

    After a public meltdown, Juliette seeks to change her life from an unlikely source. Scarlett and Maddie take a trip. Maddie meets Jonah Ford, a famous pop star. Scarlett struggles to find herself. Will coaches Gunnar. Deacon deals with loneliness.

    Director:Timothy Busfield
    Writer:Scott Saccoccio

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  7. Nashville Season 6 Episode 3 - Jump Then Fall
    7.4/10(141 votes)

    #7 - Jump Then Fall

    S6:E3

    Daphne struggles with the idea of Deacon dating. Juliette introduces Avery to Darius. Maddie and Jonah record a song, but Maddie finds Jonah’s life a little too public. Will learns news about Zach and find ways to enhance his appearance.

    Director:Allan Arkush
    Writer:Savannah Dooley

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  8. Nashville Season 6 Episode 4 - That's My Story
    7.4/10(132 votes)

    #8 - That's My Story

    S6:E4

    Darius helps Juliette unlock a dark truth about her past; Daphne and Jake bond over each other's dislike of their parents dating; Scarlett volunteers at an equine therapy ranch; Gunnar, Will and Avery struggle to find their sound.

    Director:Lily Mariye
    Writer:Geoffrey Nauffts

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  9. Nashville Season 6 Episode 7 - Can't Help but Wonder Where I'm Bound
    7.4/10(131 votes)

    #9 - Can't Help but Wonder Where I'm Bound

    S6:E7

    Daphne and Jake perform at school. Deacon and Jessie run into Brad. Alannah’s stage presence grows, creating a division in the band. Gunnar questions his relationship with Alannah. Maddie joins Jonah in Miami, bonds with Twig. Avery visits Juliette.

    Director:Allan Arkush
    Writer:Tim Olshefski

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  10. Nashville Season 6 Episode 10 - Two Sparrows In A Hurricane
    7.4/10(128 votes)

    #10 - Two Sparrows In A Hurricane

    S6:E10

    As Brad's country music singing competition begins, he and a singing coach instantly recognize Daphne as a star in the making. Meanwhile, Avery's relationship with Alannah deepens.

    Director:Ellen S. Pressman
    Writer:Michael Weintraub

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  11. Nashville Season 6 Episode 11 - No Place That Far
    7.4/10(132 votes)

    #11 - No Place That Far

    S6:E11

    Juliette discovers that Darius Enright’s Movement is not the happy utopia that it seemed to be. She demands to leave, but they won’t let her. The tension in the group too much to bear.

    Director:Dawn Wilkinson
    Writer:Savannah Dooley

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  12. Nashville Season 6 Episode 12 - The House That Built Me
    7.4/10(126 votes)

    #12 - The House That Built Me

    S6:E12

    A visitor from the past comes into Deacon's life -- his father, a very unpleasant surprise. With Alannah out of the picture, the band flounders and the guys have to consider whether it's worth continuing.

    Director:Timothy Busfield
    Writer:Geoffrey Nauffts

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  13. Nashville Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.5/10(563 votes)

    #13 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    In the premiere episode, "Pilot," Rayna learns that her record label wants her to tour as the opening act for newcomer Juliette Barnes, and when she refuses, the stage is set for the ultimate power struggle for popularity. Complicating matters, Lamar's drive for power results in backing Teddy in a run for Mayor of Nashville, against Rayna's wishes.

    Director:R. J. Cutler
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Nashville Season 1 Episode 15 - When You're Tired of Breaking Other Hearts
    7.5/10(262 votes)

    #14 - When You're Tired of Breaking Other Hearts

    S1:E15

    Katie Couric guest stars as herself when Rayna appears on the "Katie" show, trying to set the record straight about her marriage and balancing her career with motherhood. Juliette attempts to take her album launch into her own hands but it backfires when she tweets out a surprise concert location. Maddie lies to Teddy about her whereabouts — with dangerous consequences — and Deacon is drawn to his dog’s pretty new veterinarian, Stacey. Meanwhile Avery tries to control his musical destiny by flouting Dominic and Marilyn, and things are awkward between Scarlett and Gunnar, as he continues to process his brother’s death.

    Director:Paul McCrane
    Writers:David Gould, Jason George

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  15. Nashville Season 2 Episode 20 - Your Good Girl’s Gonna Go Bad
    7.5/10(214 votes)

    #15 - Your Good Girl’s Gonna Go Bad

    S2:E20

    Scarlett’s breakdown is driving everyone to point fingers at who might be responsible for her condition. Deacon is blaming Rayna for pushing her too fast, Rayna is blaming Juliette and for forcing her on stage and Beverly thinks Rayna is only interested in seeing her label succeed. It always feels like everyone has an axe to grind with Juliette so she turns to Avery, only to find him preoccupied with Scarlett. During her moment of weakness, she is driven right into the hands of her nemesis. Meanwhile, Layla tries to convince Will to join her in a reality show.

    Director:Mario Van Peebles
    Writers:Marcie Ulin, Meredith Lavender

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  16. Nashville Season 5 Episode 7 - Hurricane
    7.5/10(171 votes)

    #16 - Hurricane

    S5:E7

    Rayna and Deacon struggle to write their album. Maddie and Daphne create a disturbance at home. Damien apologizes to Scarlett. Scarlett and Gunnar question their relationship.

    Director:Dan Lerner
    Writer:Liberty Godshall

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  17. Nashville Season 6 Episode 2 - Second Chances
    7.5/10(138 votes)

    #17 - Second Chances

    S6:E2

    Deacon goes on a date with a familiar face. Juliette dives into a self-help movement. Will and Gunnar invite Avery to perform with them. Scarlett is reminded how her career as had a positive influence on fans. Daphne reaches out to Jake.

    Director:Mike Binder
    Writer:Jesse Zwick

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  18. Nashville Season 1 Episode 2 - I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love with You)
    7.6/10(407 votes)

    #18 - I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love with You)

    S1:E2

    Teddy's mayoral campaign is moving ahead and Rayna reluctantly endures an investigation that reveals some explosive family secrets. Meanwhile Coleman Carlisle is starting to lay down the groundwork for his campaign when he discovers Lamar is poised to go head to head with him... even if it means exposing his longtime friend; Juliette, who will stop at nothing when it comes to getting her hands on Deacon, sees him perform with Rayna at the Bluebird, and it's clear that not all feelings fade with time; and Scarlett is torn between pursuing her dream of songwriting with Gunnar and her commitment to Avery.

    Director:R. J. Cutler
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Nashville Season 1 Episode 8 - Where He Leads Me
    7.6/10(303 votes)

    #19 - Where He Leads Me

    S1:E8

    Rayna needs to take a look at what’s really important to her after hearing Teddy’s side of the story about Peggy; Juliette feels a sense of belonging with Sean’s family that she has never experienced before; Gunnar risks his partnership with Scarlett when he confesses his feelings; and music producer Dominic Wells invites Avery to Atlanta to work together while Deacon gets an amazing offer to tour -- but both opportunities come with a price.

    Director:Wendey Stanzler
    Writer:Jason George

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  20. Nashville Season 1 Episode 17 - My Heart Would Know
    7.6/10(270 votes)

    #20 - My Heart Would Know

    S1:E17

    A personal crisis in Nashville causes Rayna to leave the tour in New York City before her sold-out concert with Juliette, but for Juliette, the show must go on. Jolene stakes a claim on her sober counselor Dante as Juliette gets closer to him personally and professionally, and Deacon doesn't like the woman Juliette has become and tells her point-blank. Gunnar declares the next 24 hours a "Scarlett O'Connor party" to celebrate her success, and she brings Will along to join the fun. Meanwhile Avery becomes a roadie for Juliette, and secrets involving the men in Rayna's life see the light of day.

    Director:Sanaa Hamri
    Writer:Mollie Bickley St. John

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  21. Nashville Season 2 Episode 6 - It Must Be You
    7.6/10(227 votes)

    #21 - It Must Be You

    S2:E6

    Rayna sets the record straight during an interview with Robin Roberts; Juliette runs into Charlie Wentworth; Scarlett turns to Avery for advice on the changes to her life.

    Director:Kate Woods
    Writer:Monica Macer

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  22. Nashville Season 2 Episode 7 - She's Got You
    7.6/10(230 votes)

    #22 - She's Got You

    S2:E7

    As Teddy’s wedding day nears, Maddie feels lost and tells Rayna she wants to get to know Deacon better, forcing Rayna to confront Deacon about stepping up to co-parent. Luke Wheeler commiserates with Rayna about the challenges of exes and parenting. While on tour in Texas, Juliette angers a lecherous but very influential radio DJ who starts promoting Layla at Juliette’s expense. Deacon tries to find his way back to music and discovers an unexpected ally in Avery. While on a date with Layla, Will runs into Brent on a date with a new man, and Gunnar finds himself in a power position in his singing and songwriting.

    Director:Mario Van Peebles
    Writer:Debra Fordham

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  23. Nashville Season 2 Episode 12 - Just for What I Am
    7.6/10(223 votes)

    #23 - Just for What I Am

    S2:E12

    Scarlett's career is on fire as she sings "Free" in concert with Zac Brown, but the demands of fame are burning her out. Rayna asks Deacon to help write a much-needed hit for her new album, and it's like old times--perhaps too much. Concert venues are dropping from Juliette's tour and Jeff, her label head, is furious, and Zoey is bruised by Gunnar's inattention when he gets an invitation to co-write from Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts.

    Director:Stephen Cragg
    Writers:Mollie Bickley St. John, Ben St. John

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  24. Nashville Season 3 Episode 2 - How Far Down Can I Go
    7.6/10(214 votes)

    #24 - How Far Down Can I Go

    S3:E2

    Rayna attempts to use some new publicity opportunities to promote her album and the record label.

    Director:Mario Van Peebles
    Writers:Marcie Ulin, Meredith Lavender

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  25. Nashville Season 3 Episode 7 - I'm Coming Home to You
    7.6/10(201 votes)

    #25 - I'm Coming Home to You

    S3:E7

    Rayna increases her publicity by singing on "Dancing With the Stars" and having a reporter follow her, but she then soon misses her privacy. Juliette finds it hard to deal with single parenthood.

    Director:Mike Listo
    Writer:Monica Macer

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pick Yourself Up" is the worst rated episode of "Nashville". It scored 7.1/10 based on 133 votes. Directed by Jesse Zwick and written by Jesse Zwick, it aired on 6/7/2018. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Someday You'll Call My Name".