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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Shark Tank Season 18 Episode 2 - Favorite Daughters
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Favorite Daughters

    S18:E2

    Powerhouse producers and entrepreneurs Erin and Sara Foster join as guest Sharks. Business owners pitch an electric stroller wagon that takes the load off parents, a kelp facial oil for a nourished glow and a plastic-free liner for leggings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Shark Tank Season 14 Episode 1 - Shark Tank LIVE!
    3.1/10(163 votes)

    #2 - Shark Tank LIVE!

    S14:E1

    Home viewers have a chance to weigh in on whether the Sharks should take the plunge and make a deal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Shark Tank Season 14 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    5.1/10(51 votes)

    #3 - Episode 10

    S14:E10

    Gwyneth Paltrow guest sharks; a healthier version of a favorite breakfast indulgence; a product designed to keep beverages crisp and cool; a low-calorie superfood alternative; an eco-friendly version of a baby product.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Shark Tank Season 13 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    5.4/10(62 votes)

    #4 - Episode 1

    S13:E1

    Guest shark Emma Grede; a line of functional apparel and accessories; a healthy superfood product; a way to store jewelry when on the go; a New York fashion designer who wants to transform the way clothes are manufactured in America.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Shark Tank Season 14 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    5.7/10(48 votes)

    #5 - Episode 2

    S14:E2

    A kit for teaching how to create cuddly animal characters; a trussing device designed to cook the perfect bird; a company that provides convenient personal storage for medical necessities; an update on Beatbox Beverages.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Shark Tank Season 13 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    6.2/10(34 votes)

    #6 - Episode 10

    S13:E10

    Guest shark Kevin Hart; a fun tool that takes snacking to the next level; a product made from space-age materials; an online social network that allows fans to have a real connection with their favorite celebrities and influencers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Shark Tank Season 14 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    6.2/10(31 votes)

    #7 - Episode 19

    S14:E19

    Guest shark Gwyneth Paltrow; an alternative to cremation services; a stylish travel accessory; organic cooking spices; a convenient service for nursing mothers; an update on Yellow Leaf Hammocks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Shark Tank Season 11 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    6.3/10(33 votes)

    #8 - Episode 15

    S11:E15

    A mother spends a huge amount of money on her healthier beverage alternative for kids; the next Airbnb; a way to maintain calm on car rides with kids; a portable way to maintain authentic flavor when cooking Italian dishes; an update on Everlywell.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    6.3/10(40 votes)

    #9 - Episode 8

    S15:E8

    "Shark Tank" rings in the holiday season as the sharks look to spread festive cheer to four new entrepreneurs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    6.3/10(40 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S15:E10

    Sprinkles Cupcakes founder Candace Nelson returns as a guest shark; a modern tinned seafood company; a diaper-changing helper; a brake for skateboards; lightweight packable meals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Shark Tank Season 15 Episode 22 - Episode 22
    6.3/10(46 votes)

    #11 - Episode 22

    S15:E22

    A protein bar with a brain-health mission; a coffee substitute that does not cause jitters; organic plant-care products; an easier way to floss; guest Shark Candace Nelson.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Shark Tank Season 7 Episode 23 - Episode 23
    6.4/10(46 votes)

    #12 - Episode 23

    S7:E23

    A cure for cellphone addiction; a toy that educates children; accessories for pets; smart tool box; Lori Greiner takes 10 of her entrepreneurs to the Orgill trade show.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Shark Tank Season 7 Episode 24 - Episode 24
    6.4/10(44 votes)

    #13 - Episode 24

    S7:E24

    A man has a new way to check a pet's health with a phone; an engaged couple hope to make a deal for their hand-held surfing boards; two men provide female consumers with a stylish way to listen to music.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Shark Tank Season 7 Episode 25 - Episode 25
    6.4/10(45 votes)

    #14 - Episode 25

    S7:E25

    Two high school freshmen pitch a tasty way to improve the ice cream cone; an entrepreneur presents a reinvented kid stroller with an athletic twist; a woman hopes to make the lives of parents easier with her line of child products; and a magician duo performs a music-magic entertainment spectacle, but will the Sharks see through the illusion? Also, an update on Gameday Couture, the fashionable women's gameday apparel, which Mark Cuban invested in during Season 6.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Shark Tank Season 9 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    6.4/10(10 votes)

    #15 - Episode 19

    S9:E19

    An innovative company that is rapidly redefining the art of gifting with the birth of their online platform makes its way into the "Tank" via a trio of entrepreneurs from Orange County, California; two men from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, introduce their coast guard-approved life jacket they feel is easier to use and will save lives; an entrepreneur from Atlanta, Georgia, pitches her online clothing company of products designed and manufactured in Africa; a mom-turned-entrepreneur from Montclair, New Jersey, manages to help create easier lives for parents with her all-in-one, self-protective silicone pacifier.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Shark Tank Season 10 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    6.4/10(31 votes)

    #16 - Episode 16

    S10:E16

    First into the Tank are entrepreneurs from Seattle, Washington, who introduce their spa design that relies on innovative, alternative therapy to relieve common aches and pains. An entrepreneur from Oakland, California, is at the forefront of the future of food by creating sustainable protein in a lab. When a family from Shelton, Connecticut, present their kid’s reward system, the kids take over the pitch; and last into the Tank is an entrepreneur from San Diego, California, who pitches his simple but ingenious device which helps you capture frame-worthy pictures with your best friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Shark Tank Season 11 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    6.4/10(34 votes)

    #17 - Episode 6

    S11:E6

    Improvement to a household gardening tool; a food product line featuring a low-carb nut; a safe shaving design; immune support packs designed to reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Shark Tank Season 11 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    6.4/10(37 votes)

    #18 - Episode 13

    S11:E13

    A couple pitches their design that adds resistance to workout. Then, entrepreneurs attempt to get the Sharks to bite on their product.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Shark Tank Season 12 Episode 21 - Episode 21
    6.4/10(34 votes)

    #19 - Episode 21

    S12:E21

    Two chefs make a major pivot when the pandemic nearly derailed their business based on a perishable, rare ingredient; a handwashing device; a quick and easy approach to drying greens; a self-cleaning water bottle; an update on Yellow Leaf Hammocks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Shark Tank Season 11 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    6.5/10(32 votes)

    #20 - Episode 11

    S11:E11

    A 13-year-old entrepreneur from Bentonville, Arkansas, introduces the Sharks to her stylish and innovative line of socks that help hold important items close all while giving back. A couple from Miami, Florida, present their all-natural and ethical beauty product line, while a husband and wife duo from Cleveland, Ohio, hope the Sharks will invest in their sexy technological device which will help couples turn missed opportunities into more romance. Finally, an entrepreneur from New York City pitches her vegan alternative to nut butters with her sweet and healthy line of spreads.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Shark Tank Season 11 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    6.5/10(36 votes)

    #21 - Episode 14

    S11:E14

    Entrepreneurs from Thousand Oaks, California, are reinventing the toothpaste game with their sustainable teeth-cleaning products, while a mother and son duo from San Francisco, California, introduce their convenient and affordable solution to helping families pack light and travel easier with baby gear. An entrepreneur from Los Angeles, California, enters the tank and presents a healthier version of a decadent treat. Finally, a pair of classmates from New York City pitch their customizable eyewear product line for kids.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Shark Tank Season 11 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    6.5/10(32 votes)

    #22 - Episode 19

    S11:E19

    An entrepreneur wants to get into the cheese business; an energy product to keep people awake and alert on the go; a play-driven environment for kids; a garden product designed to keep homes free of pests; Daniel Lubetzky guest judges.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Shark Tank Season 12 Episode 23 - Episode 23
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Episode 23

    S12:E23

    An athlete from Houston, Texas, pitches his portable basketball shooting machine. An entrepreneur from Los Angeles pitches her no-bake and nutritious snacks. Two entrepreneurs from Elmore and Chagrin Falls, Ohio, respectively, share how to keep their sneakers clean. A pair of entrepreneurs from Boulder, Colorado, pitch their all-in-one beer making device.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Shark Tank Season 16 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    6.5/10(28 votes)

    #24 - Episode 11

    S16:E11

    A portable three-in-one charger; a DIY electric vehicle kit; a take-home sweet potato pie; indoor bumper cars for kids.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Shark Tank Season 17 Episode 7 - Cash or Coal?: The Sharks Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Festive Pitches & Products
    6.5/10(18 votes)

    #25 - Cash or Coal?: The Sharks Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Festive Pitches & Products

    S17:E7

    Entrepreneurs present seasonal offerings in hopes of landing an investment deal with the Sharks.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Favorite Daughters" is the worst rated episode of "Shark Tank". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/30/2026. This episode scored 3.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Shark Tank LIVE!".