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Joe Goldberg is a fictional character portrayed by Penn Badgley in the TV series You.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 31 years old.
They appear in all 40 aired episodes so far and have accumulated 1384243 positive votes.
The character of Joe Goldberg is mainly associated with Love Quinn, Guinevere Beck and Forty Quinn.

Joe Goldberg

by Penn Badgley

character

Episodes41

  • 8.1
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    Pilot

    episode S1.E1 september 2018
    A charming first encounter quickly turns into something more nefarious when bookstore manager Joe takes a very strong liking to grad student Beck.
  • 7.9
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    The Last Nice Guy in New York

    episode S1.E2 september 2018
    Beck deals with unwanted advances from her advisor, and brings Joe to Peach's high society soiree; Joe tries to navigate matters with Benji.
  • 7.7
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    Maybe

    episode S1.E3 september 2018
    Beck's continued casual encounters catch Joe off guard, as does a run-in with the police, making him realize a key situation must be dealt with.
  • 7.4
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    The Captain

    episode S1.E4 september 2018
    After an awkward evening with Beck, Joe discovers he's not the only one keeping secrets; Peach's antagonistic approach to Joe intensifies.
  • 8
    /10

    Living with the Enemy

    episode S1.E5 october 2018
    A video from Annika's past comes back to haunt her; Joe and Peach's simmering tension boils over when Peach introduces Beck to a major literary agent.
  • 8.1
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    Amour Fou

    episode S1.E6 october 2018
    Beck heads to Connecticut with Peach, whose motives are not what they seem, as Joe's pursuit of her stirs up old memories and new injuries.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Everythingship

    episode S1.E7 october 2018
    A grieving Beck turns to therapy, which leads Joe to do the same, but for different reasons; Joe's plans for Beck's birthday don't go as expected.
  • 7.7
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    You Got Me, Babe

    episode S1.E8 october 2018
    Three months later, life is good for Joe and Beck, but a series of reconnections may spell trouble for Joe's current relationship.
  • 8.6
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    Candace

    episode S1.E9 november 2018
    Beck is determined to find out what happened to Candace, but to do so, she'll have to take a page straight from Joe's book.
  • 8.6
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    Bluebeard's Castle

    episode S1.E10 november 2018
    Joe juggles problems with Paco and Beck and now must contend with a private investigator as well, but resolution is coming, one way or another.
  • 8.1
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    A Fresh Start

    episode S2.E1 december 2019
    To escape Candace and the ghosts of his past in New York City, Joe changes his name and moves to Los Angeles, vowing to start fresh and change his ways. But then he meets Love, his charming new coworker.
  • 7.8
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    Just the Tip

    episode S2.E2 december 2019
    Joe realizes Will Bettelheim isn't all he's cracked up to be. The fallout threatens to get in the way of his burgeoning connection with Love.
  • 7.6
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    What Are Friends For?

    episode S2.E3 december 2019
    Joe attempts to keep things platonic with Love and keep his nose out of Ellie's business. But his instincts soon get the better of him.
  • 8
    /10

    The Good, the Bad, & the Hendy

    episode S2.E4 december 2019
    As he tries to adapt to sharing Love with Forty, Joe is caught off guard by a group date, while his protectiveness of Ellie quickly escalates.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Have a Good Wellkend, Joe!

    episode S2.E5 december 2019
    Love brings Joe to a wellness weekend, where he gets a good look at her family's dynamic. But Forty's surprise guest has him feeling anything but zen.
  • 7.9
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    Farewell, My Bunny

    episode S2.E6 december 2019
    Joe performs surveillance on a potential problem, but suspects someone might be tailing him, too. Painful memories put Love on edge about the present.
  • 8.2
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    Ex-istential Crisis

    episode S2.E7 december 2019
    To soothe heartache, Joe turns to ancient remedies, modern technology and drinking with Delilah. But one small slip-up could have major consequences.
  • 8.7
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    Fear and Loathing in Beverly Hills

    episode S2.E8 december 2019
    Joe wants to get away, but Forty insists they finish their script. As pressure mounts, Forty's excessive coping devices make for a harrowing night.
  • 9
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    P.I. Joe

    episode S2.E9 december 2019
    As Love looks after an increasingly skittish Ellie, Joe tries to reconstruct the events of a trippy evening -- but finds the truth to be elusive.
  • 8.6
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    Love, Actually

    episode S2.E10 december 2019
    Joe has always been full of surprises, but Love has a few of her own. Is this the beginning of the end, or the end of the deceiving?
  • 7.8
    /10

    And They Lived Happily Ever After

    episode S3.E1 october 2021
    Now married with a young baby, Love and Joe try to forge a normal life in the affluent suburb of Madre Linda. But old habits die hard.
  • 8.1
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    So I Married an Axe Murderer

    episode S3.E2 october 2021
    Joe and Love try couples therapy, but their issues may need more than counseling - and their friction isn't the only thing they need to make disappear.
  • 7
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    Missing White Woman Syndrome

    episode S3.E3 october 2021
    Love grows apprehensive as media scrutiny intensifies next door. An acute sickness in the family drudges up old memories - and worse - for Joe.
  • 7.7
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    Hands Across Madre Linda

    episode S3.E4 october 2021
    An impulsive retaliation by Love lands her and Joe in a bind. Though Joe seeks a different way out than usual, it proves to be a tall order.
  • 7.2
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    Into the Woods

    episode S3.E5 october 2021
    Joe begrudgingly goes on a hunting trip with some other local husbands as Love tries to manage her burgeoning relationship with Theo.
  • 7.1
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    W.O.M.B.

    episode S3.E6 october 2021
    As her mother launches a new venture, Love grows increasingly concerned about a potential big change herself. Joe has a breakthrough in self-awareness.
  • 7.3
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    We're All Mad Here

    episode S3.E7 october 2021
    While Dottie spirals into emotional turmoil, Love tries to get intel on Matthew's investigation. Joe sets his sights on derailing Marienne's ex.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Swing and a Miss

    episode S3.E8 october 2021
    Joe selfishly tries to coerce Love into a lifestyle change, but things go south quickly. Theo discovers just how deep Matthew's obsession goes.
  • 8.2
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    Red Flag

    episode S3.E9 october 2021
    While Love tends to some unexpected long-term guests, Joe decides to take a drastic step to get what he wants the most.
  • 8.7
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    What Is Love?

    episode S3.E10 october 2021
    As news permeates the community about a recent murder, Joe looks toward a future with Marienne - but hell hath no fury like Love scorned.
  • 7.5
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    Joe Takes a Holiday

    episode S4.E1 february 2023
    Now living in London, Joe tries to lay low and resist old habits.. until he's forced to tie up loose ends and bond with wealthy socialites.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Portrait of the Artist

    episode S4.E2 february 2023
    Joe leans on skills - and a student's insights - to catch his stalker. An art show offers a gallery of suspects, revealing more than the eye can see.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Eat the Rich

    episode S4.E3 february 2023
    As news of a killer targeting the rich swirls, Joe's stalker inches dangerously close to the truth. Joe's efforts to protect Kate take a dark turn.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Hampsie

    episode S4.E4 february 2023
    A ritzy weekend getaway doubles as a chance for Joe to hunt down his elusive stalker. Without cell service or Wi-Fi, Joe makes a key connection.
  • 7.3
    /10

    The Fox and the Hound

    episode S4.E5 february 2023
    While falling back into familiar patterns, Joe gets caught up in an unfortunate game as everyone's plans go up in flames.
  • 7
    /10

    Best of Friends

    episode S4.E6 march 2023
    In the aftermath of the murders, Joe searches for a scapegoat and Rhys pursues his grand ambitions while Kate and Phoebe assert their independence.
  • 7.6
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    Good Man, Cruel World

    episode S4.E7 march 2023
    The tables turn for Joe when an influential figure comes to town with a tempting offer as Nadia follows a hunch.
  • 7.5
    /10
    As memories of the past trickle in, Joe struggles to recall an important detail. Phoebe shares her hasty plans with Kate. Nadia scrambles for a solution.
  • 7.8
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    She's Not There

    episode S4.E9 march 2023
    Torn between his dark side and good intentions, Joe works to right his wrongs. After attempting to help Phoebe, Kate faces her father -- and hard truths.
  • 7.5
    /10

    The Death of Jonathan Moore

    episode S4.E10 march 2023
    With love and loss weighing heavily on his mind, Joe commits a final act in hopes of never walking down the same path again.
  • 0
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    Episode #5.1

    episode S5.E1

Best moments10

  • 7.4
    /10
    94% of the votes

    Eat the Rich

    episode S4.E3 february 2023
    As news of a killer targeting the rich swirls, Joe's stalker inches dangerously close to the truth. Joe's efforts to protect Kate take a dark turn.
  • 7.4
    /10
    93% of the votes

    Portrait of the Artist

    episode S4.E2 february 2023
    Joe leans on skills - and a student's insights - to catch his stalker. An art show offers a gallery of suspects, revealing more than the eye can see.
  • 7.4
    /10
    92% of the votes

    Hampsie

    episode S4.E4 february 2023
    A ritzy weekend getaway doubles as a chance for Joe to hunt down his elusive stalker. Without cell service or Wi-Fi, Joe makes a key connection.
  • 7.3
    /10
    91% of the votes

    The Fox and the Hound

    episode S4.E5 february 2023
    While falling back into familiar patterns, Joe gets caught up in an unfortunate game as everyone's plans go up in flames.
  • 7.5
    /10
    88% of the votes

    Joe Takes a Holiday

    episode S4.E1 february 2023
    Now living in London, Joe tries to lay low and resist old habits.. until he's forced to tie up loose ends and bond with wealthy socialites.
  • 8
    /10
    84% of the votes

    The Good, the Bad, & the Hendy

    episode S2.E4 december 2019
    As he tries to adapt to sharing Love with Forty, Joe is caught off guard by a group date, while his protectiveness of Ellie quickly escalates.
  • 7.2
    /10
    81% of the votes

    Into the Woods

    episode S3.E5 october 2021
    Joe begrudgingly goes on a hunting trip with some other local husbands as Love tries to manage her burgeoning relationship with Theo.
  • 7.6
    /10
    77% of the votes

    Good Man, Cruel World

    episode S4.E7 march 2023
    The tables turn for Joe when an influential figure comes to town with a tempting offer as Nadia follows a hunch.
  • 7.5
    /10
    77% of the votes

    Everythingship

    episode S1.E7 october 2018
    A grieving Beck turns to therapy, which leads Joe to do the same, but for different reasons; Joe's plans for Beck's birthday don't go as expected.
  • 7
    /10
    76% of the votes

    Best of Friends

    episode S4.E6 march 2023
    In the aftermath of the murders, Joe searches for a scapegoat and Rhys pursues his grand ambitions while Kate and Phoebe assert their independence.

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E2
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E3
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E4
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E5
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E6
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E2
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E5
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E6
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E2
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E3
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38K
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