The Goldbergs

10 Best Episodes of The Goldbergs - Season 1

Before there were parenting blogs, trophies for showing up, and peanut allergies, there was a simpler time called the '80s. For geeky 11-year old Adam these were his wonder years and he faced them armed with a video camera to capture all the crazy. The Goldbergs are a loving family like any other, just with a lot more yelling.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.

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The Goldbergs - S1E2

#15 - Daddy Daughter Day (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Erica's moodiness puts the family roller-skating tradition at risk; Beverly takes Adam school clothes shopping.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 939 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E4

#14 - Why're You Hitting Yourself? (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Barry and Adam bond over the discovery of a TV channel; Beverly involves herself in her father's dating life.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 778 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E15

#13 - Muscles Mirsky (Season 1 - Episode 15)

Erica breaks a trust agreement with Beverly when she sneaks out to a college party and ends up needing her mother to rescue her; Barry tells Adam that men and women can't be friends.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 585 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E19

#12 - The President's Fitness Test (Season 1 - Episode 19)

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Beverly gets Adam out of the Presidential Physical fitness test; Erica's pen pal visits and Barry tries to impress her.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 589 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E17

#11 - Lame Gretzky (Season 1 - Episode 17)

Adam tries to impress Murray with his ice hockey skills, while Murray tries to pretend he likes Adam's movies; Beverly hounds Erica about her S.A.T.s.

The episode was rated 7.81 from 586 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E5

#10 - The Ring (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Adam, Erica and Barry learn about Murray's romantic past while cleaning out the garage; Adam falls for his neighbor.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 740 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E8

#9 - The Kremps (Season 1 - Episode 8)

Beverly invites the Kremps -- the all-American and seemingly perfect new neighbors -- over for a barbecue.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 686 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E16

#8 - Goldbergs Never Say Die! (Season 1 - Episode 16)

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Inspired by "The Goonies," Adam recruits Barry, Emma and some friends to search for some missing family jewelry.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 608 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E18

#7 - For Your Own Good (Season 1 - Episode 18)

Murray retaliates when Beverly swaps out his favorite easy chair with something new; Barry tries to rescue Adam when he is bullied on the school bus.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 624 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E14

#6 - You Opened the Door (Season 1 - Episode 14)

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Beverly insists on chaperoning when Dana and Adam go to their first school dance together; Murray decides to talk about the birds and the bees with Barry.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 606 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E11

#5 - Kara-Te (Season 1 - Episode 11)

Barry signs up for a holiday talent show at the school, but karate isn't approved as a talent; Pops coerces Erica into performing in the show.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 679 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E20

#4 - You're Not Invited (Season 1 - Episode 20)

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Adam is excited for his birthday party, but Barry thinks he should change the theme; Murray and Pops are captivated by the opening of Al Capone's safe.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 594 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E22

#3 - A Wrestler Named Goldberg (Season 1 - Episode 22)

When Beverly learns that Barry lied about joining the wrestling team, she takes matters into her own hands; Erica flakes on a promise to take Adam to the premiere of "Return of the Jedi.

The episode was rated 7.95 from 587 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E21

#2 - The Age of Darkness (Season 1 - Episode 21)

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When Erica cannot be consoled after her boyfriend dumps her, Murray steps in to help; Barry becomes obsessed with a new arcade game.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 577 votes.

The Goldbergs - S1E23

#1 - Livin' on a Prayer (Season 1 - Episode 23)

When Murray's high school free throw record is broken, he attends a banquet as the guest of honor; Barry decides to throw a party.

The episode was rated 8.22 from 567 votes.

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