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The Worst Episodes of The Conners

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This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Conners Season 4 Episode 3 - Sober Sex, Plastic Silverware, and Losing My Religion
    5.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Sober Sex, Plastic Silverware, and Losing My Religion

    S4:E3

    Part of Becky’s recovery program mandates she make amends with people she has lied to over the years, leading her to meet up again with former high school friend Mikey to apologize for lying to him about her living a successful life. Meanwhile, Darlene visits with Pastor Phil, and Louise continues planning her wedding.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Conners Season 4 Episode 8 - Yard Sale, Phone Fail, and a College Betrayal
    5.0/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Yard Sale, Phone Fail, and a College Betrayal

    S4:E8

    As Louise starts to move into the Conner’s home, Dan decides to sell the furniture set he bought for Roseanne when they were first married. However, he soon finds parting with the furniture – and old memories – harder than he thought it would be.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Conners Season 1 Episode 6 - One Flew Over the Conners' Nest
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #3 - One Flew Over the Conners' Nest

    S1:E6

    With Mark and Mary's help, Jackie convinces Dan to build a chicken coop in the backyard so the family can eat organic eggs, but from a bird's-eye view, it appears that she may have ulterior motives. Becky meets with Andrea for the first time since the surrogacy mishap, and Darlene is forced to deal with a sleazy customer at her casino job.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Conners Season 3 Episode 14 - Money, Booze and Lies
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Money, Booze and Lies

    S3:E14

    Becky meets up with an old friend and feels pressured to impress him while Dan questions his position at the hardware store, leading to a massive fight between him and Ben.

    Director:Lynda Tarryk
    Writer:Debby Wolfe

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  5. The Conners Season 4 Episode 2 - Education, Corruption, and Damnation
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Education, Corruption, and Damnation

    S4:E2

    After Ben declines Darlene’s proposal, she starts to ponder why she tends to be so negative in life, prompting her to start a journey of self-discovery which leads to Pastor Phil. Meanwhile, newly appointed City Councilman Don Blansky puts Jackie in a tough position as she and Neville are ready to open the new and improved Lunch Box.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Conners Season 4 Episode 5 - Peter Pan, The Backup Plan, Adventures in Babysitting, and A River Runs Through It
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - Peter Pan, The Backup Plan, Adventures in Babysitting, and A River Runs Through It

    S4:E5

    The Conner home is decked out for Halloween, despite the leak in the roof that forces Dan and Louise to cancel their honeymoon. Becky surprises the newlyweds and takes them on a virtual adventure around the world. Meanwhile, Darlene continues her spiritual journey, and Harris introduces Aldo’s children to the family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Conners Season 4 Episode 11 - Patriarchs and Goddesses
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Patriarchs and Goddesses

    S4:E11

    Darlene continues to navigate her breakup with Ben, and when she and Becky head to the movies and see Ben on a date, Darlene can’t stop herself from interfering and making everyone uncomfortable. Meanwhile, Dan offers to talk with Aldo’s dad, Jesse, when he doesn’t approve of Harris and Aldo’s relationship

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Conners Season 5 Episode 2 - Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much

    S5:E2

    Jackie moves in with Neville and discovers that being newlyweds produces new problems when Neville shows up to their home with an excess of animals from his vet office. Meanwhile, Darlene and Ben have an argument as Ben points out Darlene is turning into her father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Conners Season 5 Episode 6 - Book Bans and Guillotine Hands
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Book Bans and Guillotine Hands

    S5:E6

    It’s Halloween at the Conners, and Dan encourages the family to decorate the house. When everyone is feeling too busy and overwhelmed to help, Becky tries to take matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, Harris takes a stand on an issue that ruffles a few feathers in Darlene’s new neighborhood.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Conners Season 5 Episode 8 - Of Missing Minds and Missing Fries
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Of Missing Minds and Missing Fries

    S5:E8

    It’s Thanksgiving at the Conners and Jackie must come to terms with her mother, Beverly, becoming ill. Meanwhile, Darlene is on the job hunt which proves to be more difficult than anticipate

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Conners Season 5 Episode 9 - Crumbs and Couch Surfers
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Crumbs and Couch Surfers

    S5:E9

    Darlene, Ben, Becky and Beverly Rose move into the new house, where Darlene implements a new set of rules. Meanwhile, Harris welcomes a guest at Dan and Louise’s.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Conners Season 5 Episode 11 - Two More Years and a Stolen Rose
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Two More Years and a Stolen Rose

    S5:E11

    The death of a beloved teacher from Dan and Jackie’s high school brings old classmates together. Elsewhere, Becky asks Darlene and Ben for a big favor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Conners Season 5 Episode 16 - Hiding In and Moving Out
    6.0/10(3 votes)

    #13 - Hiding In and Moving Out

    S5:E16

    Harris takes her anger out on Darlene. Elsewhere, Dan and Louise spend an entire day in bed together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Conners Season 5 Episode 17 - The Contra Hearings and the Midnight Gambler
    6.0/10(3 votes)

    #14 - The Contra Hearings and the Midnight Gambler

    S5:E17

    Mark fights for a spot in the Lanford High chamber orchestra. Elsewhere, Jackie puts a lottery machine in the Lunch Box.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Conners Season 5 Episode 18 - Road Trip and Guilt Trip
    6.0/10(3 votes)

    #15 - Road Trip and Guilt Trip

    S5:E18

    Dan and Jackie take a road trip to a hardware wholesaler in Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Darlene heads out of town and leaves behind a plethora of to-do notes for Becky and Ben.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Conners Season 6 Episode 5 - When Sisters Collide and the Return of the Grifters
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #16 - When Sisters Collide and the Return of the Grifters

    S6:E5

    Darlene crashes Mark's college trivia night to prove how smart she is. Elsewhere, Neville finds out the money he loaned Dan was used for something other than its intended purpose.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Conners Season 6 Episode 6 - Hanging in Dorms with Boys and the Secret Life of Men
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Hanging in Dorms with Boys and the Secret Life of Men

    S6:E6

    Darlene urges Ben to make some male friends as he feels anxious about turning 50. Elsewhere, Mark asks Harris to buy him and his friends beer for their dorm room.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Conners Season 6 Episode 7 - Smash and Grab and Happy Death Day
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Smash and Grab and Happy Death Day

    S6:E7

    The hardware store experiences a smash-and-grab, and Dan and Jackie nab one of the culprits. Meanwhile, Beverly Rose learns a lesson in remembering loved ones who have passed while keeping their memories alive.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Conners Season 6 Episode 8 - Toilet Hacks and the Management Track
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Toilet Hacks and the Management Track

    S6:E8

    After feeling the cafeteria staff could use some organization, Darlene seeks to be manager of food services at Mark's college. Elsewhere, Dan teaches housewives the basics of DIY home projects to make some extra money toward paying off the house.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Conners Season 6 Episode 10 - Campaign U-Turn and a Hard Write
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #20 - Campaign U-Turn and a Hard Write

    S6:E10

    Dan gets asked to write an article for a Hardware magazine, making Ben long for his days as a writer. Meanwhile, Jackie inserts herself into Louise's run for the school board when her retirement leads to too much free time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Conners Season 6 Episode 13 - Less Money, More Problems
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Less Money, More Problems

    S6:E13

    Mark takes on odd jobs, determined to find a way to pay for school. Meanwhile, Darlene grapples with her emotions when she discovers her household is about to change dramatically.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Conners Season 1 Episode 8 - O Sister, Where Art Thou?
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #22 - O Sister, Where Art Thou?

    S1:E8

    When Becky helps Harris keep a secret from Darlene, it opens up a can of worms that causes a rift between the two sisters. Jackie supports Peter with his Nordic history project, and Dan reunites with an old friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Conners Season 1 Episode 9 - Rage Against the Machine
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Rage Against the Machine

    S1:E9

    When Dan gets injured on the job covering D.J.’s vending machine route, the choice to sue the company could lead to D.J. getting fired. Meanwhile, Jackie is appalled when Lecy seeks life coaching from her nemesis and No. 1 competitor, Rita Silver.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Conners Season 1 Episode 10 - Don't Shoot the Piano Teacher
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Don't Shoot the Piano Teacher

    S1:E10

    When Ben offers Mark free piano lessons, Darlene finds this as an opportunity to test his parenting skills. Meanwhile, Jackie throws Becky a baby shower, and Emilio continues his efforts to be part of the baby’s life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Conners Season 3 Episode 5 - Friends in High Places and Horse Surgery
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Friends in High Places and Horse Surgery

    S3:E5

    Darlene begins to develop a friendship with a manager at Wellman Plastics, which lands her in an awkward situation between the boss and her sister, Becky. Meanwhile, Louise's brother, Neville, tries to win over Jackie by making a thoughtful gesture, creating uncomfortable tension.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writers:Jana Hunter, Mitch Hunter

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Sober Sex, Plastic Silverware, and Losing My Religion" is the worst rated episode of "The Conners". It scored 5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/6/2021. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Yard Sale, Phone Fail, and a College Betrayal".