Ballers

Ballers74%

TV 2015-06-21 Drama Comedy
★ 6.8 / 10 · 812 votes
Ratings
Combined
73.8 %
7 sources
IMDb
7.6 /10
78,614 votes
Rotten Tomatoes
72 %
63 votes
Metacritic
65 %
35 votes
Trakt
74 %
2,663 votes
TMDB
67 %
811 votes
Metacritic Users
7.2 /10
188 votes
RT Audience
88 %

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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Status
Ended
Seasons
5
Episodes
47
Studios
Leverage Entertainment , Closest to the Hole Productions , Seven Bucks Productions
Network
HBO
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Links
IMDb, TVDB, Wikidata
Created by
Stephen Levinson
Cast
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 Jazmyn Simon Jazmyn Simon Julie Greane Carl McDowell Carl McDowell TTD Richard Schiff Richard Schiff Brett Anderson Brittany S. Hall Brittany S. Hall Amber Dulé Hill Dulé Hill Larry Siefert
Season 1 2015 · 10 eps
  1. 1 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 30m
  2. 2 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. Rick… Jun 28, 2015 29m
  3. 3 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 reaso… Jul 5, 2015 29m
  4. 4 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. Charl… Jul 12, 2015 29m
  5. 5 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 26m
  6. 6 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 27m
  7. 7 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… Aug 2, 2015 26m
  8. 8 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 deal… Aug 9, 2015 28m
  9. 9 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 learn… Aug 16, 2015 29m
  10. 10 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 V… Aug 23, 2015 31m
Season 2 2016 · 10 eps
  1. 1 Face of the Franchise 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 … Jul 17, 2016 27m
  2. 2 Enter the Temple 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. R… Jul 24, 2016 29m
  3. 3 Elidee 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… Jul 31, 2016 28m
  4. 4 World of Hurt 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 … Aug 7, 2016 30m
  5. 5 Most Guys 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 enco… Aug 14, 2016 29m
  6. 6 Saturdaze 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 on… Aug 21, 2016 28m
  7. 7 Everybody Knows 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 C… Aug 28, 2016 30m
  8. 8 Laying in the Weeds 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 f… Sep 11, 2016 30m
  9. 9 Million Bucks in a Bag 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. Sep 18, 2016 27m
  10. 10 Game Day 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,… Sep 25, 2016 35m
Season 3 2017 · 10 eps
  1. 1 Seeds of Expansion 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 partnerin… Jul 23, 2017 30m
  2. 2 Bull Rush 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 t… Jul 30, 2017 30m
  3. 3 In the Teeth 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 bristle… Aug 6, 2017 29m
  4. 4 Ride and Die 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 stag… Aug 13, 2017 29m
  5. 5 Make Believe 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… Aug 20, 2017 29m
  6. 6 I Hate New York 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 a… Aug 27, 2017 29m
  7. 7 Ricky-Leaks 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 dis… Sep 3, 2017 30m
  8. 8 Alley-Oops 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 de… Sep 10, 2017 31m
  9. 9 Crackback 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 … Sep 17, 2017 29m
  10. 10 Yay Area 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 j… Sep 24, 2017 32m
Season 4 2018 · 9 eps
  1. 1 Rough Ride 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 e… Aug 12, 2018 30m
  2. 2 Don't You Wanna Be Obama? 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. Aug 19, 2018 28m
  3. 3 This Is Not Our World 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. Aug 26, 2018 30m
  4. 4 Forgiving is Living Spencer and Joe find themselves in a crisis at SportsX. Ricky considers his motivations in ending his retirement. Jason turns to Donna for help. Sep 2, 2018 24m
  5. 5 Doink 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, w… Sep 9, 2018 27m
  6. 6 No Small Talk 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 ho… Sep 16, 2018 29m
  7. 7 The Kids Are Aight Spencer calls on the Anderson Brothers for help. Joe pitches Illegal Civilization to a major shoe brand. Ricky loses his cool at a neighbor’s pool party. Julie accuses an overwork… Sep 23, 2018 30m
  8. 8 The Devil You Know 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 Terr… Sep 30, 2018 28m
  9. 9 There's No Place Like Home, Baby Spencer takes his fight to the next level and Ricky gets real with Charles. Oct 7, 2018 31m
Season 5 2019 · 8 eps
  1. 1 Protocol Is for Losers While peacefully enjoying retirement and reflecting on his past, Spencer gets a tantalizing offer. A year after splitting with Spencer, Joe eyes a big swing at Sports X with his n… Aug 25, 2019 28m
  2. 2 Must Be the Shoes After learning of competing owner offers, Spencer engages with past allies. Joe is tasked with apologizing for creating a hostile work environment with the help of Kate, a sharp S… Sep 1, 2019 25m
  3. 3 Copernicursed Just as Spencer reaches out to him with the job of a lifetime, Jason gets an interesting counteroffer from Joe. Vernon has a tryout at an e-sports company and Reggie bemoans his p… Sep 8, 2019 27m
  4. 4 Municipal Spencer settles into his new position and makes a potentially unpopular decision. With Sports X teetering on the edge financially, Joe gets sidetracked with his personal life. Ric… Sep 15, 2019 30m
  5. 5 Crumbs 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… Sep 22, 2019 29m
  6. 6 Edutainment In the wake of an unexpected tragedy, Spencer prepares for his first owners meeting. While trying to balance work and his relationship with Kate, Joe decides to go on Ricky's radi… Sep 29, 2019 30m
  7. 7 Who Wants a Lollipop 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 co… Oct 6, 2019 25m
  8. 8 Players Only 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 e… Oct 13, 2019 31m
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