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Charles Greane is a fictional character portrayed by Omar Benson Miller in the TV series Ballers.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 36 years old.
They appear in all 47 aired episodes and have accumulated 8150 positive votes.
The character of Charles Greane is mainly associated with Ricky Jerret, Julie Greane and Spencer Strasmore.

Charles Greane

by Omar Benson Miller

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Episodes47

  • 7.3
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    Pilot

    episode S1.E1 june 2015
    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.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Raise Up

    episode S1.E2 june 2015
    A cash-strapped Spencer struggles to close a deal when Vernon's best friend, Reggie, refuses to step aside, while Jason works hard to renegotiate for his client. On his first day of workouts, Ricky finds that not all his new teammates are friendly. At his new job, Charles finds it hard to keep his mind off the game. At a brunch to talk business, Spencer counsels Vernon to learn from his mistakes.
  • 7.7
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    Move the Chains

    episode S1.E3 july 2015
    Spencer and Joe hold an event. Spencer reaches a boiling point with Reggie. Ricky makes a discovery with one of his teammates.
  • 7.8
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    Heads Will Roll

    episode S1.E4 july 2015
    Spencer visits a neurologist. Charles gets pursued by a woman. Reggie tries to steal Vernon's renegotiation. Joe breaks the rules to get a client, while Ricky finds himself a mantra.
  • 7.7
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    Machete Charge

    episode S1.E5 july 2015
    Spencer and Joe try to defuse a huge potential publicity fiasco for Vernon. Charles turns to Ricky for moral guidance in his marriage while Ricky attempts to resolve his conflict with Alonzo.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Everything Is Everything

    episode S1.E6 july 2015
    Charles goes to Ricky's fun house to escape his marriage. Spencer juggles both Vernon and Ricky's conflicts and tries to calm his worries about his own mental and physical health.
  • 7.6
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    Ends

    episode S1.E7 august 2015
    Spencer offers to pay to silence Vernon's publicity scandal, while also trying to figure out what to do with Rodney's ashes with Charles helping him. Jason has to meet his mother's new boyfriend. Ricky struggles to deal with Annabella walking out on their relationship.
  • 7.8
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    Gaslighting

    episode S1.E8 august 2015
    The results come back from Spencer's MRI test. Joe and Spencer deal with friction from Mr. Anderson in their own ways. Charles gains new confidence after an incident at the car dealership. Ricky looks for a new way to win back Annabella.
  • 8.2
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    Head-On

    episode S1.E9 august 2015
    As Vernon's scandal gets cleared up, he learns about a negative incident involving Reggie. Joe reaches out to Mr. Anderson in vein and thinks he and Spencer should walk out on him. Spencer wrecks his car to try and make amends with a former player from his past. Ricky has a motivational video made for Charles, causing him to get back into football.
  • 8.1
    /10

    Flamingos

    episode S1.E10 august 2015
    Spencer has to make an important decision for himself when Joe offers him a fresh start. Charles gets a second chance at getting back into the game. Jason and Spencer try to talk some sense into a confused Vernon.
  • 7.9
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    Face of the Franchise

    episode S2.E1 july 2016
    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.
  • 7.7
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    Enter the Temple

    episode S2.E2 july 2016
    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.
  • 8
    /10

    Elidee

    episode S2.E3 july 2016
    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.
  • 7.8
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    World of Hurt

    episode S2.E4 august 2016
    Spencer and Joe search for Andre's weakness; Vernon anxiously awaits news; Jason woos a client; Ricky attempts to understand his father; Charles gets the truth from Siefert.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Most Guys

    episode S2.E5 august 2016
    Spencer tries to mentor Travis while dodging unwelcome medical news; Reggie and How buy a wild gift in an attempt to cheer up Vernon; Ricky encourages Charles to stand up for himself...
  • 7.9
    /10

    Saturdaze

    episode S2.E6 august 2016
    Spencer tries to broker peace between Travis and a critic; Charles is forced to deliver bad news...
  • 8.1
    /10

    Everybody Knows

    episode S2.E7 august 2016
    Andre's surprise visit to the office sends Spencer scrambling to stay one step ahead of his rival. Meanwhile, Joe learns some unsavory secrets about his partner; Ricky tries to make up with his dad; and Charles schemes to keep a friend nearby.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Laying in the Weeds

    episode S2.E8 september 2016
    As Spencer tries to move forward, Joe works to keep things together. Charles and Ricky clash. Travis faces tough questions and worries about his prospects. At his Draft Day party, Spencer asks for help while trying to keep ASM's latest developments quiet.
  • 8.1
    /10

    Million Bucks in a Bag

    episode S2.E9 september 2016
    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.
  • 8.7
    /10

    Game Day

    episode S2.E10 september 2016
    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.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Seeds of Expansion

    episode S3.E1 july 2017
    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.
  • 8
    /10

    Bull Rush

    episode S3.E2 july 2017
    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.
  • 7.7
    /10

    In the Teeth

    episode S3.E3 august 2017
    Spencer encounters resistance to his Las 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.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Ride and Die

    episode S3.E4 august 2017
    Spencer looks to score a key owner's blessing for a Vegas team. Tensions rise between Charles and Larry.
  • 8
    /10

    Make Believe

    episode S3.E5 august 2017
    Spencer faces new worries over his expansion dream. Julie looks to end a feud with a home-cooked meal.
  • 8
    /10

    I Hate New York

    episode S3.E6 august 2017
    Spencer, Joe and Mr. Anderson take a trip together. Larry is testing Charles' loyalty and Ricky puts pressure on Jason to make a deal.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Ricky-Leaks

    episode S3.E7 september 2017
    Spencer looks to limit the damage from Ricky's latest transgression and finds himself at odds with Anderson.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Alley-Oops

    episode S3.E8 september 2017
    Spencer reassesses his priorities; Charles takes matters into his own hands.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Crackback

    episode S3.E9 september 2017
    Spencer's Las Vegas dream is jeopardised; Ricky arrives at a crossroads; Charles gets his wish.
  • 8
    /10

    Yay Area

    episode S3.E10 september 2017
    Spencer makes his pitch; Ricky maps out his future; Charles gets one more crack at a top job.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Rough Ride

    episode S4.E1 august 2018
    [HBO] HD. 'Rough Ride.' Season 4 Premiere. Spencer weighs the pros and cons of an acquisition; Ricky and Charles set down roots in LA.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Don't You Wanna Be Obama?

    episode S4.E2 august 2018
    Spencer becomes immersed in a marketing controversy. Still smarting from their feud in Miami, Charles agrees to give Ricky a chance, against his better instinct.
  • 7.9
    /10

    This Is Not Our World

    episode S4.E3 august 2018
    Spencer looks to reign in Lance's excesses; Vernon gets carried away at a ceremony retiring his number at his old Los Angeles high school, to Reggie's dismay.
  • 7.7
    /10

    Forgiving Is Living

    episode S4.E4 september 2018
    Spencer and Joe find themselves in a crisis at SportsX. Ricky considers his motivations in ending his retirement. Jason turns to Donna for help.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Doink

    episode S4.E5 september 2018
    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.
  • 7.8
    /10

    No Small Talk

    episode S4.E6 september 2018
    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.
  • 7.4
    /10

    The Kids Are Aight

    episode S4.E7 september 2018
    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 overworked Charles of being afraid to succeed.
  • 7.8
    /10

    The Devil You Know

    episode S4.E8 september 2018
    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.
  • 8
    /10

    There's No Place Like Home, Baby

    episode S4.E9 october 2018
    [HBO] HD. 'There's No Place Like Home, Baby.' Season Four Finale. Spencer takes his fight to the next level. Ricky jeopardizes his comeback.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Protocol Is for Losers

    episode S5.E1 august 2019
    While peacefully enjoying retirement and reflecting on his past, Spencer gets a tantalizing offer to become the first black majority team owner in professional football history; Joe eyes a big swing at Sports X with his new partner, Lance.
  • 7.1
    /10

    Must Be the Shoes

    episode S5.E2 september 2019
    Spencer engages with past allies when he learns of competing owner offers; Joe must apologize for creating a hostile work environment; Charles attempts to hide some unwelcome news.
  • 7.2
    /10

    Copernicursed

    episode S5.E3 september 2019
    Spencer offers Jason the job of a lifetime, just as Joe makes him an interesting counteroffer; Vernon gets a tryout at an e-sports firm; Ricky uses old methods to handle his new situation.
  • 7.2
    /10

    Municipal

    episode S5.E4 september 2019
    As Spencer settles into his new role, he makes what could be an unpopular decision; Joe finds his professional life sidetracked by his personal life; Ricky dips his toe into the media pool and shares his true feelings about an ally.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Crumbs

    episode S5.E5 september 2019
    Spencer fights for Kisan, facing pressure from all sides; Ricky's radio show garners mixed feedback; Vernon and Lance try desperately to interest Joe in a new investment; Charlie struggles to land a big player.
  • 7.2
    /10

    Edutainment

    episode S5.E6 september 2019
    Spencer prepares for his first owners' meeting in the wake of an unexpected tragedy; Joe agrees to go on Ricky's radio show; Charles faces an unexpected health crisis during his busiest time.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Who Wants a Lollipop

    episode S5.E7 october 2019
    Spencer and Joe get into past grievances while working out a major player deal, after which Spencer makes a public statement that's sure to have consequences; Ricky is on the defensive in a meeting with a Hollywood bigwig.
  • 8.3
    /10

    Players Only

    episode S5.E8 october 2019
    Despite having a bull's-eye on his back, Spencer refuses to back down in his fight for the players; Joe embraces a new state of mind; Julie encourages Charles to take care of unfinished business; Ricky decides to strike out on his own.

Best moments10

  • 7.8
    /10
    19% of the votes

    Gaslighting

    episode S1.E8 august 2015
    The results come back from Spencer's MRI test. Joe and Spencer deal with friction from Mr. Anderson in their own ways. Charles gains new confidence after an incident at the car dealership. Ricky looks for a new way to win back Annabella.
  • 7.8
    /10
    18% of the votes

    Crumbs

    episode S5.E5 september 2019
    Spencer fights for Kisan, facing pressure from all sides; Ricky's radio show garners mixed feedback; Vernon and Lance try desperately to interest Joe in a new investment; Charlie struggles to land a big player.
  • 7.9
    /10
    17% of the votes

    Saturdaze

    episode S2.E6 august 2016
    Spencer tries to broker peace between Travis and a critic; Charles is forced to deliver bad news...
  • 7.9
    /10
    17% of the votes

    Alley-Oops

    episode S3.E8 september 2017
    Spencer reassesses his priorities; Charles takes matters into his own hands.
  • 7.2
    /10
    14% of the votes

    Copernicursed

    episode S5.E3 september 2019
    Spencer offers Jason the job of a lifetime, just as Joe makes him an interesting counteroffer; Vernon gets a tryout at an e-sports firm; Ricky uses old methods to handle his new situation.
  • 7.5
    /10
    13% of the votes

    Who Wants a Lollipop

    episode S5.E7 october 2019
    Spencer and Joe get into past grievances while working out a major player deal, after which Spencer makes a public statement that's sure to have consequences; Ricky is on the defensive in a meeting with a Hollywood bigwig.
  • 7.8
    /10
    12% of the votes

    The Devil You Know

    episode S4.E8 september 2018
    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.
  • 7.9
    /10
    12% of the votes

    Everything Is Everything

    episode S1.E6 july 2015
    Charles goes to Ricky's fun house to escape his marriage. Spencer juggles both Vernon and Ricky's conflicts and tries to calm his worries about his own mental and physical health.
  • 8.1
    /10
    11% of the votes

    Everybody Knows

    episode S2.E7 august 2016
    Andre's surprise visit to the office sends Spencer scrambling to stay one step ahead of his rival. Meanwhile, Joe learns some unsavory secrets about his partner; Ricky tries to make up with his dad; and Charles schemes to keep a friend nearby.
  • 8
    /10
    11% of the votes

    I Hate New York

    episode S3.E6 august 2017
    Spencer, Joe and Mr. Anderson take a trip together. Larry is testing Charles' loyalty and Ricky puts pressure on Jason to make a deal.

Votes per episode

106
E1
130
E2
91
E3
149
E4
135
E5
475
E6
128
E7
732
E8
163
E9
79
E10
39
E1
42
E2
5
E3
62
E4
327
E5
674
E6
425
E7
35
E8
46
E9
42
E10
41
E1
13
E2
8
E3
80
E4
33
E5
426
E6
16
E7
621
E8
316
E9
168
E10
116
E1
87
E2
6
E3
1
E4
67
E5
121
E6
20
E7
366
E8
98
E9
5
E1
134
E2
375
E3
9
E4
489
E5
270
E6
364
E7
15
E8