The Best Episodes of The Wonder Years Season 2

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.9/10(153 votes)

   #1 - One Small Step

   S2:E16/14/2023

   It’s the summer of 1969, and Dean and Bill are experiencing new walks of life in New York City where Dean has tagged along for Bill’s career-making songwriting gig. Back in Montgomery, Lilian’s infamous sister, Jackie, pays a memorable visit.

   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Saladin K. Patterson

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   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Saladin K. Patterson
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   7.9/10(123 votes)

   #2 - Forbidden Fruit

   S2:E26/14/2023

   Torn between his secret relationship with Keisa and his friendship with Broderick, Dean turns to Jackie for advice. Meanwhile, after her latest run-in with the law, Jackie decides to turn over a new leaf.

   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Bob Daily

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   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Bob Daily
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   8.1/10(122 votes)

   #3 - Football Team

   S2:E36/21/2023

   As Kim decides to take classes at Bill's college and date one of his star students, Bill must walk the line between teacher and dad; Dean and his friends join the football team where Dean finds himself in a tricky situation.

   Director:Stacey Muhammad

   Writer:Amberia Allen

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   Director:Stacey Muhammad

   Writer:Amberia Allen
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   8.0/10(122 votes)

   #4 - Blockbusting

   S2:E46/28/2023

   Bill and Lillian consider moving into the first integrated neighborhood in Montgomery; Dean develops a crush on Brad's mom during a sleepover at their house.

   Director:Nefertite Nguvu

   Writer:Jacque Edmonds Cofer

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   Director:Nefertite Nguvu

   Writer:Jacque Edmonds Cofer
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   8.0/10(109 votes)

   #5 - Takeover Spirit

   S2:E57/5/2023

   When Lillian joins the church choir, she discovers a new side to her mother-in-law; Kim encourages a guilt-ridden Dean to have an encounter with the supernatural.

   Director:Melissa Kosar

   Writer:Jordan Black

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   Director:Melissa Kosar

   Writer:Jordan Black
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   8.0/10(103 votes)

   #6 - Bill's New Friend

   S2:E67/26/2023

   After Bill befriends Dean's music teacher, Bill and Lillian attend a party at his house and the evening takes an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, with their parents away, Dean, Bruce and Kim make their own plans for the night.

   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Max Searle

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   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Max Searle
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   7.8/10(101 votes)

   #7 - A Star is Born

   S2:E78/2/2023

   In search of a new hobby, Dean joins the drama club - only to find himself mixed up in drama of his own. Bill and Kim grapple with Bruce's choice to campaign for a local politician.

   Director:Lisa C. Satriano

   Writer:Melanie Boysaw

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   Director:Lisa C. Satriano

   Writer:Melanie Boysaw
8. 

   7.7/10(99 votes)

   #8 - Like a Boss

   S2:E88/9/2023

   After Lillian's boss announces budget cuts, she is forced to make a decision and enforce boundaries between her personal and professional life. Meanwhile, Dean and Cory's friendship hits a few speed bumps as they work together for the boxcar derby.

   Director:Michael Schultz

   Writer:Tom Young

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   Director:Michael Schultz

   Writer:Tom Young
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   7.7/10(99 votes)

   #9 - Happy Birthday Clisby

   S2:E98/16/2023

   The Williams gather to celebrate Clisby's 75th birthday - including Bill's brother Melvin and his daughter Cassie. While Bill and Melvin try to one-up each other for Clisby's approval, Cassie shares big news with Lillian and Kim.

   Director:Katie Locke O'Brien

   Writer:Kendra Cole

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   Director:Katie Locke O'Brien

   Writer:Kendra Cole
10. 

    7.7/10(103 votes)

    #10 - The Happiest Place on Earth

    S2:E108/16/2023

    When the Williams family decides to go on a family vacation, Kim suggests a road trip to Austin College and Dean proposes a stop at Disneyland. After meeting up with his old bandmates, Bill reflects on his life choices.

    Director:Ken Whittingham

    Writer:Yael Galena

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    Director:Ken Whittingham

    Writer:Yael Galena