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The Best Episodes of United States of Tara Season 2

Every episode of United States of Tara Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of United States of Tara Season 2!

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Tara's multiple personalities include "T" the wild-child teenager, "Buck" the rough and tumble biker dude, and "Alice" the type-A homemaker. But with a family that loves her just the way she is, Tara never gives

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 12 - From This Day Forward
    8.5/10(220 votes)

    S2:E12

    On the day of Charmaine and Nick's wedding, long-held secrets come to light, while Kate and Marshall accidentally make a discovery of consequence.

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writers:Diablo Cody, Joey Soloway

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  2. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 7 - Dept. of Fucked Up Family Services
    8.2/10(229 votes)

    S2:E7

    An upcoming visit from a social worker has its effect on Max. Disapproving Kate's friendship with Lynda, Tara interferes while Neil learns that Charmaine is pregnant.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writers:Brett Baer, Dave Finkel

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  3. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 11 - To Have and To Hold
    8.2/10(200 votes)

    S2:E11

    Tara and Charmaine pay a woman who appeared in Tara's memories a visit, while Kate tries to change herself for her new and much older boyfriend.

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writers:Sheila Callaghan, Tracy McMillan

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  4. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 6 - Torando!
    8.1/10(223 votes)

    S2:E6

    A tornado brings some long-covered secrets to light when Tara's alter Shoshana takes over.

    Director:Craig Gillespie
    Writer:Craig Wright

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  5. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 10 - Open House
    8.1/10(200 votes)

    S2:E10

    Tara and Charmaine discuss Tara's childhood memories with their mother and Max holds an open house after re-modeling their neighbor's house.

    Director:Jamie Babbit
    Writer:David Iserson

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  6. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 1 - Yes
    7.8/10(243 votes)

    S2:E1

    Season two opens with a bang as the Gregsons' neighbor commits suicide and the family unexpectedly is given responsibility of the house. Now well and dissociation-free for several months, Tara sets out to make new friends with Max's help. Marshall struggles to fit in at school while Kate lands a new job. Nick pops the question to Charmaine

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writer:Diablo Cody

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  7. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 2 - Trouble Junction
    7.8/10(232 votes)

    S2:E2

    Tara realizes her alternate personalities are emerging again, but keeps it a secret. Newly engaged Charmaine asks to move in with Tara and her family. Max decides to take on a new project by buying the neighbor’s house to flip it. Kate meets a mysterious older woman, Lynda (Viola Davis), while Marshall begins a new relationship… with a girl

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writer:Joey Soloway

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  8. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 4 - You Becoming You
    7.8/10(220 votes)

    S2:E4

    Tara sets out to find a new therapist as Max struggles to come to terms with Buck’s affair. Marshall and Courtney take their relationship to the next level. Tara and Max disapprove of Kate’s friendship with Lynda. Charmaine tells the family some big news. A new alternate personality is born.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writers:Brett Baer, Dave Finkel

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  9. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 3 - The Truth Hurts
    7.7/10(221 votes)

    S2:E3

    The family discovers the truth -- Tara’s alternate personalities are back. Buck’s actions have brought serious consequences that unleash a new side of Max. Neil finds out about Charmaine’s engagement. Marshall and Courtney begin to experiment as Kate grows closer to Lynda.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Tracy McMillan

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  10. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 9 - The Family Portrait
    7.7/10(201 votes)

    S2:E9

    Tara starts working on a family portrait in order to re-connect with her family while Max tries to get away from Pammy.

    Director:Jamie Babbit
    Writer:Craig Wright

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  11. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 5 - Doin' Time
    7.6/10(211 votes)

    S2:E5

    Max’s violent outburst comes back to haunt him. Tara learns she is now able to be aware of what her newest alternate personality, Shoshana, does. Kate’s music video is an internet success. Marshall decides he has to break up with Courtney. The doctor gives Charmaine surprising news about her pregnancy.

    Director:Craig Gillespie
    Writer:Sheila Callaghan

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  12. United States of Tara Season 2 Episode 8 - Explosive Diorama
    7.5/10(205 votes)

    S2:E8

    Tara and Lynda make preparations for their art show. Kate sets up a new business, while Lionel and Marshall's friendship deepens. In the meantime, Charmaine struggles trying to balance Neil and Nick.

    Director:Penny Marshall
    Writers:Diablo Cody, Joey Soloway

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"From This Day Forward" is the best rated episode of "United States of Tara" season 2. It scored 8.5/10 based on 220 votes. Directed by Craig Zisk and written by Diablo Cody, Joey Soloway, it aired on 6/7/2010. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Dept. of Fucked Up Family Services".