Eastbound & Down

10 Best Episodes of Eastbound & Down - Season 1

Years after he turned his back on his hometown, a burned-out major league ballplayer returns to teach phys ed at his old middle school.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 20, 2023.

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Eastbound & Down - S1E2

#6 - Chapter 2 (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Kenny tries to make extra money by pitching himself as spokesman for a luxury car dealership; Kenny and his driver make an appearance at the middle school dance.

The episode was rated 7.64 from 576 votes.

Eastbound & Down - S1E1

#5 - Chapter 1 (Season 1 - Episode 1)

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Burned out and broke, former big-league pitcher Kenny Powers returns home to North Carolina to teach PE at the local middle school he once attended. Wreaking havoc at school, around town and at the home of his brother Dustin, Kenny settles into his role as the town's loose-cannon agitator, setting his sights on winning back his high-school flame April, now a teacher engaged to the school principal, Terrence Cutler.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 777 votes.

Eastbound & Down - S1E3

#4 - Chapter 3 (Season 1 - Episode 3)

Stevie gets a scoop on Kenny's possible competition when he hears of a promising young high school pitcher. Cassie wants to sell off all of Kenny's baseball memorabilia on the computer. Meanwhile, Kenny makes a commitment to a new exercise regimen.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 502 votes.

Eastbound & Down - S1E4

#3 - Chapter 4 (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Kenny attends a BBQ at April and Terrence's house where his romantic feelings for April intensify. Later, Stevie puts together a DVD of Kenny's greatest moments in the hopes that the major leagues will notice.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 459 votes.

Eastbound & Down - S1E6

#2 - Chapter 6 (Season 1 - Episode 6)

Kenny gets an offer from a professional team and is forced to say goodbye to his family and teaching job.

The episode was rated 7.98 from 401 votes.

Eastbound & Down - S1E5

#1 - Chapter 5 (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Kenny decides to give up on his dream of returning to professional baseball. Meanwhile, arrogant car dealer Ashley comes back into the picture.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 435 votes.

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