Ballers

6.8
2015

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.

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Seasons

10 Episodes • Premiered 2015

Season 1 follows various past and present football players as they navigate life off the field. Leading the pack is Spencer, a retired superstar who is trying to find a foothold as a financial manager to current players. Within his inner circle are talented but volatile wide receiver Charles; a reluctantly retired lineman struggling to adjust to life after the game; and rookie sensation Vernon, who lands himself in hot financial water.

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1. Pilot

5.6

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.

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2. Raise Up

7.1

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.

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3. Move the Chains

7.5

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.

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4. Heads Will Roll

6.3

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.

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5. Machete Charge

6.4

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.

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6. Everything Is Everything

6.7

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.

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7. Ends

6.3

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.

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8. Gaslighting

7.6

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.

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9. Head-On

8.2

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.

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10. Flamingos

6.8

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.

Cast

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Dwayne Johnson

Spencer Strassmore

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Rob Corddry

Joe Krutel

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Omar Benson Miller

Charles Greane

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Troy Garity

Jason Antolotti

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Donovan W. Carter

Vernon Littlefield

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Reviews

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Peter89Spencer

9/10

I remember the first time I watched this; I had with me a packet of Walkers Max Hot Chicken Wings flavor as the intro began. Pretty sure, I had can of Fosters as well!

Anyway, back to the show, I actually enjoyed it.
The intro itself was my favorite part of the show; it was really catchy, and it says a lot about it and what it's about!

Dwayne Johnson at his A-game - superb performance!
And Rob Corddry was fantastic in his comic performance.
Ballers for me was a surprisingly entertaining show. My only critique was that it lasted five series, and it was getting really good. But the final episode of the final season did left with a fitting end - and that's why I chose to give this show a high rating.

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