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Looking at the lives of former and current football players, the show follows former superstar Spencer Strasmore as he gets his life on track in retirement while mentoring other current and former players through the daily grind of the business of football.

5 Seasons
47 Episodes
Ended
Drama Comedy
Cast & Characters
episode image Game Day
8.7/10 (2376 votes)

#1 Game Day

S2:E10

Spencer makes a last-ditch effort to get back what he's lost. Ricky awaits a call that could define his future. Vernon takes a road trip. Siefert offers Charles a big opportunity, but it comes at a cost.

episode image Players Only
8.3/10 (1324 votes)

#2 Players Only

S5:E8

Despite having a bullseye on his back, Spencer refuses to back down in his fight for the league's players. Joe embraces a new state of mind as he finds peace with himself. Julie encourages Charles to take care of unfinished business. Ricky decides to strike out on his own with his latest project. Reggie takes the next step in his career, with some encouragement from Vernon.

episode image Head-On
8.2/10 (1566 votes)

#3 Head-On

S1:E9

Spencer tries to make amends. Joe feels slighted when he's overlooked at work. Charles gets some life-changing news. Bella challenges Ricky to grow up. Vernon goes MIA after learning some truths about Reggie.

episode image Laying in the Weeds
8.2/10 (1353 votes)

#4 Laying in the Weeds

S2:E8

Spencer's Draft Day party finds him trying to keep a lid on the firm's private affairs. Meanwhile, Charles and Ricky have a major disagreement; and Travis wonders how bright his future will be.

episode image Crackback
8.2/10 (1250 votes)

#5 Crackback

S3:E9

Spencer learns that his master plan to bring a team to Las Vegas may be in jeopardy. Ricky arrives at a crossroads, personally and professionally. Charles sees his wish come true in Miami, but ends up with regrets.

episode image Flamingos
8.1/10 (1510 votes)

#6 Flamingos

S1:E10

Spencer faces a major decision when Joe tries to sell him on a new start. Ricky is confronted by his dad. Charles gets a second chance. Jason and Spencer look to talk sense into Vernon. Season One Finale.

episode image Everybody Knows
8.1/10 (1247 votes)

#7 Everybody Knows

S2:E7

Spencer scrambles to stay ahead after Andre makes a surprise visit to the office. Joe discovers the skeletons in his partner’s closet. Ricky tries to make amends with Dennis, as Charles plots to keep Ricky in Miami. Travis confides in Spencer during a talk-show appearance.

episode image Million Bucks in a Bag
8.1/10 (1248 votes)

#8 Million Bucks in a Bag

S2:E9

Spencer gets a surprising offer from Andre; Ricky mulls where to put down roots; Vernon works overtime to return to the field; Charles and Julie clash over his busy schedule.

episode image Elidee
8.0/10 (1247 votes)

#9 Elidee

S2:E3

Spencer advises a reluctant Vernon to stay quiet when the truth behind his injury threatens his career. Trying to stave off Andre’s attacks on their business, Spencer and Joe butt heads over how best to advise a client. Charles worries whether he’s up for a challenge. A hard-to-impress Ricky takes a trip to tour a potential new home.

episode image Bull Rush
8.0/10 (1239 votes)

#10 Bull Rush

S3:E2

In Las Vegas on business, Spencer gets reacquainted with Chloe, an old flame now working for Wayne, while Ricky challenges the odds in a game of dice. Set up by Joe to represent top running back Kisan, Jason ends up sweating it out in a tough neighborhood. Charles gets a public-speaking primer from Julie; Vernon and Reggie make a risky endorsement deal.

episode image Make Believe
8.0/10 (1153 votes)

#11 Make Believe

S3:E5

Spencer faces new challenges getting Wayne to finance his Las Vegas initiative; Julie persuades Charles to help mend a feud between Larry and Coach Berg; an unscheduled visit from a league official surprises Vernon; Ricky loses focus.

episode image I Hate New York
8.0/10 (1148 votes)

#12 I Hate New York

S3:E6

Spencer, Joe and Mr. Anderson head north in search of financing for a Las Vegas stadium; Larry tests the limits of Charles' loyalty and patience; Ricky gets a sobering diagnosis and presses Jason to close a deal

episode image Yay Area
8.0/10 (1101 votes)

#13 Yay Area

S3:E10

Spencer and Joe get a late-game assist in their efforts to win over team owners. After soul-searching, Ricky maps out a new future. Jason gets Charles another crack at a coveted job. Reggie makes an impact at training camp.

episode image There's No Place Like Home, Baby
8.0/10 (997 votes)

#14 There's No Place Like Home, Baby

S4:E9

Spencer takes his fight to the next level and Ricky gets real with Charles.

episode image Everything Is Everything
7.9/10 (1469 votes)

#15 Everything Is Everything

S1:E6

Charles decides he is going to be selfish. Joe negotiates with Maximo. Ricky's off-field activities end up being revealed. Spencer faces his fears after he is confronted by Tracy.

episode image Face of the Franchise
7.9/10 (1300 votes)

#16 Face of the Franchise

S2:E1

Convinced to appear on a talk show, Spencer ends up facing off with an old adversary, which puts his company and reputation in jeopardy. A reformed Ricky gets bad news in advance of his 30th birthday party. Charles relishes his new status as a fan favorite, but may face changes on the field.

episode image Saturdaze
7.9/10 (1198 votes)

#17 Saturdaze

S2:E6

Spencer attempts to broker peace between Travis and a critic. Struggling to adjust to his new role on the team, Charles is tasked with delivering bad news. Joe encounters Andre one-on-one. Still torn about his future, Ricky is thrown for a loop when Dennis decides to have more of a voice in his life.

episode image Ride and Die
7.9/10 (1157 votes)

#18 Ride and Die

S3:E4

Spencer and Joe race against the clock in a desperate attempt to score a key owner's blessing to bring professional football to Las Vegas; spurned by his new teammates, Ricky stages his own private workout; Vernon looks for a second chance.

episode image Alley-Oops
7.9/10 (1123 votes)

#19 Alley-Oops

S3:E8

Spencer gets unexpected info that leads him to reassess his priorities. Joe considers the best way to break bad news to the ASM staff. Marginalized once again by Larry, Charles decides to take matters into his own hands.

episode image Don't You Wanna Be Obama?
7.9/10 (1414 votes)

#20 Don't You Wanna Be Obama?

S4:E2

Spencer becomes immersed in a marketing controversy. Still smarting from their feud in Miami, Charles agrees to give Ricky a chance, against his better instincts.

episode image This Is Not Our World
7.9/10 (1207 votes)

#21 This Is Not Our World

S4:E3

Spencer looks to reign in Lance’s excesses. Vernon gets carried away at a ceremony retiring his number at his old LA high school, to Reggie’s dismay.

episode image Heads Will Roll
7.8/10 (1545 votes)

#22 Heads Will Roll

S1:E4

Spencer sees a neurologist when Tracy threatens to go public with an unsavory story. Reggie blindsides Jason and Spencer with unrealistic expectations for Vernon's contract. Charles is flummoxed by texts from a woman he can't remember.

episode image Gaslighting
7.8/10 (1408 votes)

#23 Gaslighting

S1:E8

Spencer is forced to face up to his past to try to save Vernon, while Joe makes a very permanent commitment to his future. Charles puts his football skills to work at the car dealership. Ricky shells out the big bucks to win back Bella.

episode image World of Hurt
7.8/10 (1200 votes)

#24 World of Hurt

S2:E4

Spencer and Joe search for Andre’s weakness, while Vernon anxiously awaits news. Jason faces an uphill battle as he woos a client. Ricky tries to understand his dad. Charles gets the real deal from Siefert.

episode image Most Guys
7.8/10 (1193 votes)

#25 Most Guys

S2:E5

Spencer tries to mentor Travis while dodging unwelcome medical news and the ghosts of his financial past. Attempting to cheer up Vernon, Reggie and Joe buy a wild gift. Ricky encourages Charles to stand up for himself; later, he gets advice on a big career decision after running into a face from the past.

episode image Seeds of Expansion
7.8/10 (1234 votes)

#26 Seeds of Expansion

S3:E1

Looking to score high-profile clients to pay off his debts to Ricky and Vernon, Spencer hits a roadblock with Mr. Anderson, who wants to focus on the Las Vegas market by partnering with casino magnate Wayne Hastings, Jr.. Ricky ponders fatherhood; Vernon and Reggie eye an edgy endorsement; Larry makes Charles the face of bad news at a team press conference.

episode image Ricky-Leaks
7.8/10 (1110 votes)

#27 Ricky-Leaks

S3:E7

Spencer finds himself in damage-control mode after an incident involving Ricky and a brash high-schooler. Excited over a possible plum job, Charles bristles at Julie’s lack of disclosure at work. Looking to reduce Vernon’s suspension, Reggie impresses Candace at the league office. Spencer and Joe find themselves at odds with Anderson over ASM’s future.

episode image Rough Ride
7.8/10 (1513 votes)

#28 Rough Ride

S4:E1

Spencer and Joe weigh the pros and cons of acquiring an extreme-sport agency. Ricky sets down roots in LA with Amber and their daughter, but finds himself yearning for something else. Charles rallies a group of disgruntled employees as he begins his new tenure with the Rams.

episode image Doink
7.8/10 (1127 votes)

#29 Doink

S4:E5

Spencer looks to elevate the SportsX TV brand, while Joe weighs a new offer. At Jayda’s insistence, Spencer meets Quincy. Ricky tries to prove to Kisan he’s still got the goods, while Charles is encouraged by Julie to bring more flair to his job.

episode image No Small Talk
7.8/10 (1033 votes)

#30 No Small Talk

S4:E6

Spencer recruits Q to help him leverage a deal. With Reggie in tow, Joe talks business with a group of extreme skateboarders known collectively as Illegal Civilization. Charles hosts a pre-free-agent reception.

episode image The Devil You Know
7.8/10 (954 votes)

#31 The Devil You Know

S4:E8

Spencer takes a big risk, with the potential to blow the deal. After a heart-to-heart with Ricky, Charles spells out his vision for the team. Joe and Reggie enlist Vernon and Terrell “Sizzle” Suggs to persuade Illegal Civilization.

episode image Move the Chains
7.7/10 (1631 votes)

#32 Move the Chains

S1:E3

Spencer and Joe borrow a yacht for a lavish party to woo new clients, but Reggie relishes spoiling Spencer's hospitality every chance he gets, while Ricky discovers the real reason a new teammate isn't too fond of him.

episode image Machete Charge
7.7/10 (1494 votes)

#33 Machete Charge

S1:E5

Ricky attempts to find some common ground with Alonzo. Charles' marriage is put to the test. Vernon gets help from Spencer and Joe with a crisis.

episode image Enter the Temple
7.7/10 (1255 votes)

#34 Enter the Temple

S2:E2

Spencer makes a play to poach a big client from Andre, his business rival, while struggling to find a quick fix for his physical ailments. Ricky considers where to head to next. Reggie fights for what he believes Vernon owes him. Feeling underpaid and undervalued, Tracy takes a stand with her boss. Charles gets insights from his coach.

episode image In the Teeth
7.7/10 (1157 votes)

#35 In the Teeth

S3:E3

Spencer encounters resistance in LA and Oakland to his Vegas expansion initiative. Joe takes a detour with Reggie. Jason blasts Kisan for his lack of transparency. Charles bristles over Larry's failure to give him credit for a lineman he landed. Ricky jumps to conclusions.

episode image Forgiving is Living
7.7/10 (1154 votes)

#36 Forgiving is Living

S4:E4

Spencer and Joe find themselves in a crisis at SportsX. Ricky considers his motivations in ending his retirement. Jason turns to Donna for help.

episode image Crumbs
7.7/10 (789 votes)

#37 Crumbs

S5:E5

Spencer faces pressure from all sides as he fights for Kisan. Ricky gets mixed feedback about his radio show. Reggie, Vernon and Lance struggle to convince Joe to invest in a new business. Charles works hard to land a big player. Jason goes through tough negotiations with the Anderson brothers.

episode image Ends
7.6/10 (1447 votes)

#38 Ends

S1:E7

Spencer decides to take the hit for Vernon, but finds himself in even deeper trouble. Julie and Bella commiserate over their men, while Ricky lashes out. Jason is unsettled by his mother's new boyfriend. Spencer and Charles say goodbye to Roddney, and reflect on their love of the game.

episode image Raise Up
7.5/10 (1675 votes)

#39 Raise Up

S1:E2

Spencer clashes with Reggie when he tries to sign Vernon as a client, while Jason works on a contract extension with Dallas. Charles begins to wonder if he retired too early. Ricky fails to connect with a new teammate.

episode image Who Wants a Lollipop
7.5/10 (441 votes)

#40 Who Wants a Lollipop

S5:E7

When Spencer returns to the Sports X offices to work out a major player deal, he and Joe air past grievances and later, Spencer makes a big public statement that's sure to have consequences. Charles mulls over a new deal from Werner after getting a wakeup call about his health. Ricky gets defensive in a meeting with a Hollywood bigwig.

Cast & Chracters

character image Spencer Strassmore

Spencer Strassmore

Actor: Dwayne Johnson
character image Joe Krutel

Joe Krutel

Actor: Rob Corddry
character image Ricky Jerret

Ricky Jerret

Actor: John David Washington
character image Charles Greane

Charles Greane

Actor: Omar Benson Miller
character image Jason Antolotti

Jason Antolotti

Actor: Troy Garity
character image Reggie

Reggie

Actor: London Brown
character image Vernon Littlefield

Vernon Littlefield

Actor: Donovan W. Carter
character image Amber

Amber

Actor: Brittany S. Hall

The highest rated episode of Ballers is "Game Day" (S2E10) with a rating of 8.70.

This episode received 2,376 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Must Be the Shoes" (S5E2) with a rating of 7.10.

This episode received 603 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Head-On" (S1E9) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 1,566 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Pilot" (S1E1) with a rating of 7.30.

This episode received 1,971 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Game Day" (S2E10) with a rating of 8.70.

This episode received 2,376 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Enter the Temple" (S2E2) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 1,255 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Crackback" (S3E9) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 1,250 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "In the Teeth" (S3E3) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 1,157 votes.

The highest rated episode is "There's No Place Like Home, Baby" (S4E9) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 997 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "The Kids Are Aight" (S4E7) with a rating of 7.40.

This episode received 1,127 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Players Only" (S5E8) with a rating of 8.30.

This episode received 1,324 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Must Be the Shoes" (S5E2) with a rating of 7.10.

This episode received 603 votes.

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