The Best Episodes of Young Rock Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.2/10(2369 votes)

   #1 - Working the Gimmick

   S1:E12/16/2021

   As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he reflects on his surreal life that's helped shape him into the man he is today. From growing up in a resilient family surrounded by wrestling icons, navigating rebellious teen years, to playing NCAA football at the U. This is how the boy became the man.

   Director:Nahnatchka Khan

   Writers:Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang

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   Director:Nahnatchka Khan

   Writers:Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang
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   7.3/10(1571 votes)

   #2 - On the Road Again

   S1:E22/23/2021

   Pennsylvania, 1987: Dwayne pretends he's rich to impress popular girl Karen, but a date to Rocky's wrestling match at the flea market risks exposes the truth. Stressed about money, Ata takes on a wealthy new client.

   Director:Daina Reid

   Writers:Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang

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   Director:Daina Reid

   Writers:Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang
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   7.0/10(1622 votes)

   #3 - Forward, Together

   S1:E33/2/2021

   Hawaii, 1982: When wrestlers start dropping out of Lia's Battle Royale, she suspects a rival promoter may be to blame. As Rocky's wrestling career skyrockets, Ata takes a leap of faith to pursue a musical dream.

   Director:Jeffrey Walker

   Writer:Jen D'Angelo

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   Director:Jeffrey Walker

   Writer:Jen D'Angelo
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   7.6/10(1766 votes)

   #4 - Check Your Head

   S1:E43/16/2021

   Miami, 1990: Dwayne looks to crack the starting line up as a freshman for the famed Miami Hurricanes football team attracting the attention of players, coaches and celebrities. However, an unexpected incident sends his season and life into turmoil.

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   7.5/10(1667 votes)

   #5 - Don't Go Breaking My Heart

   S1:E53/23/2021

   Pennsylvania, 1987: Ata's relationship with Dwayne gets tested after Ata makes a heartbreaking discovery about her son. With Rocky on the road, Ata must take matters into her own hands.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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   7.8/10(3065 votes)

   #6 - My Day with Andre

   S1:E63/30/2021

   Hawaii, 1982: Dewey spends a day with Andre the Giant that neither will ever forget. Lia and Rocky prepare for the huge Island Battle Royale where more than the title is at stake. In 2032, Candidate Johnson reveals his running mate.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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   7.8/10(2014 votes)

   #7 - Johnson & Hopkins

   S1:E74/6/2021

   Miami, 1991: When Dwayne gets an on-campus job at the University of Miami, he goes on an epic adventure with his new work partner, Hopkins. Meanwhile, Lia returns to the United States after being deported to Samoa, where she was homeless. Rocky and Ata notice that something has changed.

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   7.5/10(1394 votes)

   #8 - My Baby Only Drinks the Good Stuff

   S1:E84/13/2021

   Pennsylvania, 1987: When Karen asks to come over to his house for dinner, Dwayne panics - he's been lying to her about being rich. Meanwhile, in 2032 Candidate Johnson tackles an emerging public relations crisis.

   Director:Unknown

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   7.2/10(1501 votes)

   #9 - A Lady Named Star Search

   S1:E94/20/2021

   Hawaii, 1982: While Ata prepares for her Star Search audition, Rocky takes an unorthodox approach to helping Dewey deal with some bullies. Meanwhile, Lia's conflict with rival wrestling promoter Greg Yao has her on edge, and she takes extreme measures to protect the family business.

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    8.2/10(2997 votes)

    #10 - Good vs. Great

    S1:E104/27/2021

    Miami, 1990s: After a devastating injury his freshman year, we follow Dwayne as he strives to get his college football career back on track. As he fights for playing time against future Hall of Famers, he wonders if big dreams and hard work are enough to get him to the NFL.

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    8.0/10(3450 votes)

    #11 - Election Day

    S1:E115/4/2021

    As election day 2032 approaches, Dwayne Johnson reflects on the ups and downs his family endured during his childhood in Hawaii, Pennsylvania and Miami, and how the unpredictability of his family's story prepared him for this moment.

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