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Ballers

Ballers
★ 6.8/10•2015•TV-MA•Drama•Comedy
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Legends don't die. They reinvent.

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.

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateJun 21, 2015

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE130m

Pilot

Spencer ramps up his efforts to build a post football career in Miami. Charles copes with the realities of finding a new job, while Ricky must find a new home.

Jun 21, 2015

Episode 2 - Raise UpE229m

Raise Up

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.

Jun 28, 2015

Episode 3 - Move the ChainsE329m

Move the Chains

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.

Jul 5, 2015

Episode 4 - Heads Will RollE429m

Heads Will Roll

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.

Jul 12, 2015

Episode 5 - Machete ChargeE526m

Machete Charge

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.

Jul 19, 2015

Episode 6 - Everything Is EverythingE627m

Everything Is Everything

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.

Jul 26, 2015

Episode 7 - EndsE726m

Ends

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.

Aug 2, 2015

Episode 8 - GaslightingE828m

Gaslighting

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.

Aug 9, 2015

Episode 9 - Head-OnE929m

Head-On

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.

Aug 16, 2015

Episode 10 - FlamingosE1031m

Flamingos

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.

Aug 23, 2015

Actors

Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson

Spencer Strassmore

Rob Corddry

Rob Corddry

Joe Krutel

John David Washington

John David Washington

Ricky Jerret

Omar Benson Miller

Omar Benson Miller

Charles Greane

Troy Garity

Troy Garity

Jason Antolotti

London Brown

London Brown

Reggie

Donovan W. Carter

Donovan W. Carter

Vernon Littlefield

Brittany S. Hall

Brittany S. Hall

Amber

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