Lainey Lewis is a fictional character portrayed by AJ Michalka in the TV series The Goldbergs.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Muscles Mirsky (season 1), they were 22 years old.
They appear in 82 episodes out of a total of 229 aired and have accumulated 1715 positive votes.
The character of Lainey Lewis is mainly associated with Erica Goldberg, Barry Goldberg and Adam Goldberg.
Episodes82
Muscles Mirsky
episode S1.E15 february 2014While Adam worries about sexual tension between him and his longtime friend Emmy, Erica and Beverly square off over a lack of trust.
For Your Own Good
episode S1.E18 march 2014As an unwanted new chair puts Murray on the warpath with Beverly, Adam regrets enlisting Barry's help to fend off a school bully.
The Age of Darkness
episode S1.E21 april 2014When Erica cannot be consoled after her boyfriend dumps her, Murray steps in to help; Barry becomes obsessed with a new arcade game.
A Wrestler Called Goldberg
episode S1.E22 may 2014Beverly learns that Barry lied about joining the wrestling team; Erica flakes on a promise to take Adam to a local screening of Return of the Jedi.
Livin' on a Prayer
episode S1.E23 may 2014When Murray's high school free throw record is broken, he attends a banquet as the guest of honor. Elsewhere at home, Barry decides to throw a party where he quickly loses the spotlight.
The Facts of Bleeping Life
episode S2.E3 october 2014Adam and Barry form a garage rock band, and promptly invite Erica and Lainey to join with unforeseen consequences. The royal wedding inspires Bev to renew her vows with Murray.
Shall We Play a Game?
episode S2.E4 october 2014Adam accidentally gets Barry kicked out of a group of cool kids at school; Beverly is upset when she finds out that Erica hangs out with a friend's mother.
Family Takes Care of Beverly
episode S2.E5 october 2014Pops is evicted after accidentally starting a fire in his apartment during a Halloween party.
DannyDonnieJoeyJonJordan
episode S2.E10 january 2015Beverly is ordered to clean out the garage by Murray, who wants everything gone except for one trunk that he allows her to keep. Meanwhile, Adam and Barry discover Erica's old collection of New Kids on the Block memorabilia.
The Darryl Dawkins Dance
episode S2.E11 january 2015As the Sadie Hawkins dance approaches, Erica asks Beverly to help her find Barry a date to keep him away from Lainey. But Beverly comes up with a girl that shocks everyone. Meanwhile, Adam gets into a fight with his best friend...Pops.
Cowboy Country
episode S2.E12 february 2015Beverly has trouble accepting Adam's deep feelings for Dana; Lainey and Barry convince Murray to watch football with Lainey's dad.
Barry Goldberg's Day Off
episode S2.E14 february 2015Taking inspiration from one of his favorite movies, Barry decides to skip school.
Happy Mom, Happy Life
episode S2.E15 march 2015Dana and Adam are given a doll to parent for a school project, but end up in jeopardy of failing because of Beverly's "grand-smothering." Meanwhile, Erica tries to get back at Barry for monopolizing her best friend's time by joining the JTP, however her plan doesn't go as expected.
The Adam Bomb
episode S2.E17 april 2015Adam and Barry get in a prank war, while Erica tries to become a pop star.
Dance Party USA
episode S2.E22 april 2015Adam, thinking Pop's good luck might rub off on him, takes a gamble and ends up losing his beloved toys. Meanwhile, Erica's dream of appearing on a popular TV dance show turns into a nightmare when Barry gives her pink eye.
Bill/Murray
episode S2.E23 may 2015Murray bonds with Lainey's dad and learns what it means to be a true friend.
Goldbergs Feel Hard
episode S2.E24 may 2015Beverly insists on throwing Erica a going away party when she leaves for her summer arts school.
A Kick-Ass Risky Business Party
episode S3.E1 september 2015Lainey, Erica and Barry plan a big party while Lainey's father is out of town; Murray is annoyed by the amount of time Adam spends on the phone talking to Dana.
A Chorus Lie
episode S3.E2 september 2015Adam enlists Beverly's help to combat puberty. Murray tries to inspire Erica to go to the homecoming dance.
Jimmy 5 Is Alive
episode S3.E3 october 2015Murray reluctantly agrees to build a robot with Adam. Barry accidentally tapes over Beverly's treasured video of his 5th birthday party.
I Caddyshacked the Pool
episode S3.E4 october 2015Adam forms a plan to avoid swimming at school -- even though a friendship could be affected. Barry joins the school's Social Awareness Club formed by Erica.
Boy Barry
episode S3.E5 october 2015Murray's mustache ignites a feud between Beverly and his best friend, Bill Lewis. Erica convinces Barry he's lost Lainey to Boy George.
Couples Costume
episode S3.E6 october 2015Adam regrets taking dating advice from Barry and Erica, while Beverly decides to teach him a lesson about the dangers of Halloween after he snubs her for Dana.
Lucky
episode S3.E7 november 2015Barry's dream of having a dog comes true, but he's disappointed when the pup takes an immediate liking to Murray. Beverly is upset she's left out when Erica and Lainey plan a girls-only sleepover.
In Conclusion, Thanksgiving
episode S3.E8 november 2015Beverly insists on hosting a big family gathering for Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, Adam learns he can manipulate Murray with song lyrics, and Barry and Erica compete to be the heir of the Thanksgiving toast.
Wingmom
episode S3.E9 december 2015After Murray agrees to let him join ROTC, Barry asks Beverly to get him out of it. Adam objects when Pops buys a Florida timeshare.
A Christmas Story
episode S3.E10 december 2015Inspired by the Kremps, Beverly creates "Super Hanukkah" to get the family into the holiday spirit. Meanwhile, Adam is annoyed that Barry is more interested in hanging with Lainey than him.
The Tasty Boys
episode S3.E11 january 2016Adam and Barry decide to form a rap supergroup inspired by their mutual love of the Beastie Boys. Jealous of the Kremps' new kitchen, Beverly presses Murray to let her remodel their own.
Baio and Switch
episode S3.E12 january 2016Beverly promises to bring Scott Baio to Jenkintown for Hands Across America causing a war between Barry and Erica as to who gets to hold his hand. Adam seeks dating advice from Pops after he ends up with two dates to the Harvest Hop.
Double Dare
episode S3.E13 january 2016Emmy and Adam audition for Double Dare which is hosting tryouts at their school. Barry convinces Murray that Beverly brings good luck for the Eagles.
Lainey Loves Lionel
episode S3.E14 february 2016Adam is desperate to see Porky's, but Beverly forbids him. Barry wants to do something special for Lainey on Valentines Day, while Erica has to deal with a not-so-secret admirer.
Weird Al
episode S3.E15 february 2016Adam has his heart set on attending the Weird Al concert, while Barry challenges Erica to a counsel-off after they both sign up as peer counselors.
Edward 'Eddie the Eagle' Edwards
episode S3.E16 february 2016Barry gets inspired by Olympic underdog Eddie "the Eagle" Edwards, while Beverly decides that the latest furniture craze is the answer to slumping sales at Murray's store.
The Dirty Dancing Dance
episode S3.E17 march 2016Beverly helps Erica plan a school dance with a "Dirty Dancing" theme, but turns on her daughter once she realizes it may be inappropriate. Meanwhile, Murray and Adam try to become better dancers, without much luck.
12 Tapes for a Penny
episode S3.E18 march 2016Adam schemes to get as many cassette tapes as possible from a mail-order music club, but when Beverly finds out she points the blame at Erica. Meanwhile, Barry is determined to impress Lainey's dad, even though it's an uphill battle.
Magic Is Real
episode S3.E19 march 2016A heartbroken Adam turns to magic as a means to impress girls. Barry is determined to hang onto his dreams rather than study for the PSAT.
Dungeons and Dragons, Anyone?
episode S3.E20 april 2016Adam's conduct as gym class captain causes a rift with his nerdy friends. Beverly and Murray dash Erica's hopes of attending an out-of-state college when she leaves school.
Rush
episode S3.E21 april 2016While everyone is hot for the band of the week, Erica discovers Canada's progressive rock band, Rush. Barry seeks more attention from their mother after she gives Adam a Best Son award.
Smother's Day
episode S3.E22 may 2016Adam dreams of going to Space Camp. Beverly is upset on Mother's Day when she receives an obviously last-minute gift of "mom coupons" from Barry and Erica.
Big Orange
episode S3.E23 may 2016Beverly and Lainey team up to destroy Barry's favorite t-shirt. Adam reunites the Goldberg Gang Detective Agency to discover what happened to it before Murray can tear down their HQ - the family treehouse.
Have a Summer
episode S3.E24 may 2016Adam and his friends are concerned about Hell Week as new incoming freshmen are hazed by the seniors class. Adam gains respect after body slamming his brother during a school graduation ritual. Meanwhile, Evelyn Silver and her class try to figure out what to put in the schools time capsule.
Breakfast Club
episode S4.E1 september 2016As a new school year begins, the Goldberg kids end up in Saturday detention.
I Heart Video Dating
episode S4.E2 september 2016Erica tries to set Lainey's dad Bill up via video dating and Barry finally chooses a career...to be a gym coach, much to Murray's dismay.
George! George Glass!
episode S4.E3 october 2016Erica and Adam follow the lead of Jan from La tribu Brady (1969) when dealing with relationship problems. Beverly reaches her limit when it comes to dealing with Murray's stubbornness after he causes her to miss the Beach Boys at Live Aid.
Crazy Calls
episode S4.E4 october 2016Erica and Adam deal with their relationship issues, while Beverly deals with Murray's stubbornness.
Stefan King
episode S4.E5 october 2016Adam tries to be a horror writer in the vein of Stephen King. However, his efforts get him grounded on Halloween when Beverly discovers that she's the basis for the monster in his story. Meanwhile, a desperate Erica forces Barry to be her "date" at the school's costume dance.
Recipe for Death II: Kiss the Cook
episode S4.E6 november 2016Adam uses Murray's revelation of love for action movies to ask him for money to film his own action film; the film is put in jeopardy when Barry goes missing.
Ho-ly K.I.T.T.
episode S4.E7 november 2016Adam gets between Murray and Marvin when they go without him to the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day parade to see K.I.T.T. from "Knight Rider" in person.
The Greatest Musical Ever Written
episode S4.E8 november 2016A school musical production creates strife between Adam and Barry while substitute teacher Beverly creates havoc in Erica's class on.
Globetrotters
episode S4.E9 december 2016When Adam attends a Globetrotters game, he falls in love with the "theatrics" of the team and tries doing his own tricks on the court. But when he cuts together a video that makes Barry look like he lost a game to Adam and his friends, Barry demands a rematch, culminating in an epic battle at the school gym. Meanwhile, it's Murray's 50th birthday, and, despite his protests, Beverly throws yet another surprise party for him but gets more than she bargained for.
Han Ukkah Solo
episode S4.E10 december 2016After finding out there is only going to be one Hanukkah song in the Holiday Pageant, Beverly convinces Erica to create the perfect song to bring some excitement to the holiday. Erica sees her shot to break into the music business while Barry does his best to prove he too can be a hit maker with music. Meanwhile, Adam's childlike wonder with movies and entertainment is called into question when things he loved as a child aren't as good as he remembers.
O Captain! My Captain!
episode S4.E11 january 2017Barry tries to prove Beverly wrong in his chemistry class while Adam needs Erica's advice for his friendship with Emmy.
Snow Day
episode S4.E12 january 2017Adam and Barry learn something new about Murray while Erica's college application has a surprise for Beverly.
Agassi
episode S4.E13 february 2017Adam attempts to join the tennis club to stay close to a friend; Beverly helps Erica go through her post-breakup depression.
The Spencer's Gift
episode S4.E14 february 2017Erica and Barry get jobs at Spencer's Gifts, then Murray insists that Adam get a job as well, but Beverly is adamant that Adam focus on filmmaking.
So Swayze It's Crazy
episode S4.E15 february 2017Beverly's on a mission to make Adam a film star.
The Kara-te Kid
episode S4.E16 march 2017The ultimate karate battle between the Adams.
Deadheads
episode S4.E17 march 2017Barry's JTP membership is in jeopardy while a family swear jar is introduced.
Baré
episode S4.E18 march 2017College decisions for Barry, Erica, and Lainey.
A Night to Remember
episode S4.E19 march 2017Barry plans big romantic gestures for Lainey on prom night; Adam is thrilled when a nerdy but cute junior asks him out.
The Dynamic Duo
episode S4.E20 april 2017Adam and Pops debate the newest Batman film while Erica goes on a college interview.
Fonzie Scheme
episode S4.E21 april 2017Beverly's attempts to find Murray a hobby backfire; Erica comes to the rescue when Barry's scheme to steal golf carts goes awry.
The Day After the Day After
episode S4.E22 may 2017A TV movie freaks out Barry while Erica and Adam use mother's day gifts to get what they want.
Jedi Master Adam Skywalker
episode S4.E23 may 2017Erica and Barry's curiosity with the yearbook's best goes awry.
Graduation Day
episode S4.E24 may 2017When Erica realizes how much Beverly's love means to her, she tries to delay graduating so she can stay with her; Barry's plans for Lainey and himself fall apart; Dana makes a surprise visit as Adam and Jackie officially become a couple.
Jackie Likes Star Trek
episode S5.E5 october 2017Adam and Jackie disagree on whether to dress up as Star Wars or Star Trek characters for Halloween. Murray tests if agreeing with your spouse on everything saves the relationship. Barry uses the Ouija board to make up with his girl.
The Scrunchie Rule
episode S5.E16 march 2018When Beverly gets a glimpse into a soon-to-be empty nest, she replaces her kids with the Mellor brothers, nursing Coach Mellor back to health after falling off the rope climb. Meanwhile, Erica and her college roommate get on each other's nerves in their dorm room, especially when Valley Erica puts a scrunchie on the door and kicks Erica out.
The Opportunity of a Lifetime
episode S5.E20 may 2018Barry gets the chance to throw the first pitch at a Philadelphia Phillies game and believes this is his chance to play professionally, but it's anything but. Meanwhile, Erica makes an important decision about her future in college.
Spaceballs
episode S5.E21 may 2018Adam tries to start a Mel Brooks club after he sees the movie "Spaceballs," and Jackie mistakes his club advertisement for political satire and puts it in the school paper. Meanwhile, when Beverly and Pops come up for parents weekend at school, Erica plans on telling them an important decision she has made, but Murray surprises them and tags along.
Let's Val Kilmer This Car
episode S5.E22 may 2018When Lainey moves back to town, Barry asks her to the prom; Erica tells Murray she has made a final decision about her future in college.
Sixteen Candles
episode S6.E1 september 2018It's Adam's 16th birthday, but his parents are too distracted by Barry and Lainey's engagement and Erica's band ambitions to remember their youngest son's big day. But the situation presents an opportunity for Adam to ask Erica to put him on the high school social map. Meanwhile, Beverly thinks she can scare Barry and Lainey straight with the reality of being adults.
You Got Zuko'd
episode S6.E2 october 2018In homage to Grease (1978) Adam's girlfriend, Jackie, is back after spending her summer at NYU; she has changed so much, it's almost like she's a whole different person. After receiving some not-so-great romantic advice from his loved ones, Adam takes drastic measures to hold on to his relationship. Meanwhile, Beverly is not happy with Lainey's less-than-ideal domestic skills and decides to teach her future daughter-in-law a thing or two.
RAD!
episode S6.E3 october 2018Erica's dreams come true when she lands a job at the new karaoke bar in town; Erica turns to Beverly for help bringing in more customers; Murray tries to teach Barry and Lainey how to be financially responsible adults.
Bohemian Rap City
episode S6.E7 november 2018Adam's obsession with toys and the Nickelodeon Super Toy Run contest is cause for concern for Beverly and Murray. Erica has a falling out with Lainey over who gets to sing Bohemian Rhapsody on their audition tape for Star Search.
Bachelor Party
episode S6.E9 december 2018Barry thinks he wants a wild, adult bachelor party, but he realizes Adam's idea of a party to celebrate his brother as a bachelor is more his speed. Beverly surprises Murray with an expensive sports car.
Yippee Ki Yay Melon Farmer
episode S6.E10 december 2018Barry is thrilled that he gets to celebrate Christmas now that he is engaged to Lainey; Murray's brother Marvin makes a promise to Adam with a surprising outcome.
The Wedding Singer
episode S6.E11 january 2019Beverly is in her element as she prepares for Barry and Lainey's wedding; Geoff worries about Adam's shortcomings as a wedding videographer; Barry begins to have second thoughts.
The Fake-Up
episode S7.E22 may 2020Adam and Brea's relationship is going well until Beverly's over-involvement causes them to fake a breakup; Lainey is back, which throws Barry for a loop regarding his blossoming relationship with Ren.
Poker Night
episode S8.E20 may 2021In order to take her mind off of her heartbreak, Erica takes a trip to to see her best friend; after getting caught taking part in an underground poker game, Adam gets sentenced to Pop-Pop duty, which turns out better than expected.
The Rose-Kissy Thing
episode S9.E7 november 2021Beverly encourages Principal Ball to establish a non-athlete senior night; Erica ends up appointing Geogg's sister as her pre-wedding fun captain.
The Steve Weekend
episode S9.E14 february 2022Barry comes face-to-face with his ex-girlfriends and their boyfriends during Erica and Geoff's joint bachelor/bachelorette party; Adam intervenes when Lou takes over the planning of the wedding video.
Two-Timing Goldbergs
episode S10.E14 february 2023After a month of seeing each other and some preconceived notions, Adam and Carmen discuss the status of their relationship; an old friend of Erica's visits town.
- Muscles Mirsky
- For Your Own Good
- The Age of Darkness
- A Wrestler Called Goldberg
- Livin' on a Prayer
- The Facts of Bleeping Life
- Shall We Play a Game?
- Family Takes Care of Beverly
- DannyDonnieJoeyJonJordan
- The Darryl Dawkins Dance
- Cowboy Country
- Barry Goldberg's Day Off
- Happy Mom, Happy Life
- The Adam Bomb
- Dance Party USA
- Bill/Murray
- Goldbergs Feel Hard
- A Kick-Ass Risky Business Party
- A Chorus Lie
- Jimmy 5 Is Alive
- I Caddyshacked the Pool
- Boy Barry
- Couples Costume
- Lucky
- In Conclusion, Thanksgiving
- Wingmom
- A Christmas Story
- The Tasty Boys
- Baio and Switch
- Double Dare
- Lainey Loves Lionel
- Weird Al
- Edward 'Eddie the Eagle' Edwards
- The Dirty Dancing Dance
- 12 Tapes for a Penny
- Magic Is Real
- Dungeons and Dragons, Anyone?
- Rush
- Smother's Day
- Big Orange
- Have a Summer
- Breakfast Club
- I Heart Video Dating
- George! George Glass!
- Crazy Calls
- Stefan King
- Recipe for Death II: Kiss the Cook
- Ho-ly K.I.T.T.
- The Greatest Musical Ever Written
- Globetrotters
- Han Ukkah Solo
- O Captain! My Captain!
- Snow Day
- Agassi
- The Spencer's Gift
- So Swayze It's Crazy
- The Kara-te Kid
- Deadheads
- Baré
- A Night to Remember
- The Dynamic Duo
- Fonzie Scheme
- The Day After the Day After
- Jedi Master Adam Skywalker
- Graduation Day
- Jackie Likes Star Trek
- The Scrunchie Rule
- The Opportunity of a Lifetime
- Spaceballs
- Let's Val Kilmer This Car
- Sixteen Candles
- You Got Zuko'd
- RAD!
- Bohemian Rap City
- Bachelor Party
- Yippee Ki Yay Melon Farmer
- The Wedding Singer
- The Fake-Up
- Poker Night
- The Rose-Kissy Thing
- The Steve Weekend
- Two-Timing Goldbergs
Best moments10
- In order to take her mind off of her heartbreak, Erica takes a trip to to see her best friend; after getting caught taking part in an underground poker game, Adam gets sentenced to Pop-Pop duty, which turns out better than expected.
- Beverly is in her element as she prepares for Barry and Lainey's wedding; Geoff worries about Adam's shortcomings as a wedding videographer; Barry begins to have second thoughts.
- Adam and Jackie disagree on whether to dress up as Star Wars or Star Trek characters for Halloween. Murray tests if agreeing with your spouse on everything saves the relationship. Barry uses the Ouija board to make up with his girl.
- After a month of seeing each other and some preconceived notions, Adam and Carmen discuss the status of their relationship; an old friend of Erica's visits town.
- In homage to Grease (1978) Adam's girlfriend, Jackie, is back after spending her summer at NYU; she has changed so much, it's almost like she's a whole different person. After receiving some not-so-great romantic advice from his loved ones, Adam takes drastic measures to hold on to his relationship. Meanwhile, Beverly is not happy with Lainey's less-than-ideal domestic skills and decides to teach her future daughter-in-law a thing or two.
- As the Sadie Hawkins dance approaches, Erica asks Beverly to help her find Barry a date to keep him away from Lainey. But Beverly comes up with a girl that shocks everyone. Meanwhile, Adam gets into a fight with his best friend...Pops.
- College decisions for Barry, Erica, and Lainey.
- When Beverly gets a glimpse into a soon-to-be empty nest, she replaces her kids with the Mellor brothers, nursing Coach Mellor back to health after falling off the rope climb. Meanwhile, Erica and her college roommate get on each other's nerves in their dorm room, especially when Valley Erica puts a scrunchie on the door and kicks Erica out.
- Barry comes face-to-face with his ex-girlfriends and their boyfriends during Erica and Geoff's joint bachelor/bachelorette party; Adam intervenes when Lou takes over the planning of the wedding video.
- Beverly and Lainey team up to destroy Barry's favorite t-shirt. Adam reunites the Goldberg Gang Detective Agency to discover what happened to it before Murray can tear down their HQ - the family treehouse.
- Poker Night
- The Wedding Singer
- Jackie Likes Star Trek
- Two-Timing Goldbergs
- You Got Zuko'd
- The Darryl Dawkins Dance
- Baré
- The Scrunchie Rule
- The Steve Weekend
- Big Orange