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The Best Episodes of Glee Season 2

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

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In this musical comedy, optimistic high school teacher Will Schuester tries to refuel his own passion while reinventing the high school's glee club and challenging a group of outcasts to realize their star potential as

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Glee Season 2 Episode 16 - Original Song
    8.9/10(1950 votes)

    S2:E16

    With Sue Sylvester coaching Aural Intensity, Blaine and the Warblers' dynamic set list and tough judges Tammy Jean Albertson and Sister Mary Constance, the kids of New Directions decide the only way to win Regionals is to write and perform their own original songs. Meanwhile, Quinn is hell-bent on getting Finn back and ruling McKinley once again.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  2. Glee Season 2 Episode 8 - Furt
    8.7/10(1801 votes)

    S2:E8

    It's all about wedding and parents with Kurt getting ready for his father Burt's upcoming marriage to Finn's mom Carole, Sue decides to compete by getting married as well which will lead to the introduction of an awesome guest star: Carol Burnett. Carol will play Sue's Nazi-hunting mother Doris, who comes to visit Sue in Ohio.

    Director:Carol Banker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  3. Glee Season 2 Episode 6 - Never Been Kissed
    8.6/10(1998 votes)

    S2:E6

    After Finn and Sam find an unconventional way of controlling their urges, a few glee club members pick up on the strategy and start using it too. But when Coach Beiste gets wind of what they are up to, the glee club has some explaining to do. Meanwhile, the Girls vs. Boys Tournament returns, Kurt meets an ally from a rival glee club, Puck and Artie join forces and coach Beast is on the verge of quitting her job.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  4. Glee Season 2 Episode 11 - The Sue Sylvester Shuffle
    8.6/10(1764 votes)

    S2:E11

    A local football championship game takes place and the "Thriller" mash-up is performed during the halftime show. The Cheerios, McKinley High's cheerleading team, compete at Regionals.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  5. Glee Season 2 Episode 18 - Born This Way
    8.6/10(1763 votes)

    S2:E18

    The glee club learns about self-acceptance through the music of Lady Gaga; Lauren and Quinn compete for prom queen; Ms. Pillsbury faces with her issues; Rachel makes a life-changing decision; Santana schemes.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  6. Glee Season 2 Episode 21 - Funeral
    8.6/10(1620 votes)

    S2:E21

    New Directions continues to strategize their set list for Nationals with a little help from Jessie St. James. Meanwhile, an unexpected loss rocks the world of one of McKinley's own.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  7. Glee Season 2 Episode 7 - The Substitute
    8.5/10(1765 votes)

    S2:E7

    When Mr. Schuester gets sick, a substitute teacher takes over his Spanish class and the glee club and winds up winning over the whole New Directions clan. Meanwhile, when Sue fills in for Principal Figgins as McKinley's top dog, she tries to flex her power on campus.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  8. Glee Season 2 Episode 14 - Blame It on the Alcohol
    8.5/10(1789 votes)

    S2:E14

    Principal Figgins teaches the student body about the danger of underage drinking, and the glee club is personally touched by the message. Meanwhile, Mr. Schuester and Coach Beiste indulge in a little fun of their own.

    Director:Eric Stoltz
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  9. Glee Season 2 Episode 20 - Prom Queen
    8.5/10(1640 votes)

    S2:E20

    When the entertainment for prom falls through, Principal Figgins asks New Directions to perform at the dance much to prom coordinator Sue's dismay. Things get heated as the competition for prom king and queen draws closer, and Jessie St. James returns.

    Director:Eric Stoltz
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  10. Glee Season 2 Episode 4 - Duets
    8.3/10(1703 votes)

    S2:E4

    The glee club works on a duet assignment, and Finn and Rachel plan to throw the competition so that Sam can have a shot at winning. Meanwhile, a love triangle between Mike, Tina and Artie develops.

    Director:Eric Stoltz
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  11. Glee Season 2 Episode 22 - New York
    8.3/10(1657 votes)

    S2:E22

    New Directions heads to Nationals to compete in the ultimate singing showdown.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  12. Glee Season 2 Episode 2 - Britney/Brittany
    8.2/10(2025 votes)

    S2:E2

    When Brittany and the gang try to convince Mr. Schuester to let them do a Britney Spears number, he is reluctant to go that edgy. Meanwhile, an insecure Will is curious about Emma's new beau, Dr. Carl Howell, so he convinces her to bring him in to talk to the kids about dental hygiene. While the dreamy doc inspires the girls to take their dental health more seriously, Will is left feeling worse than before.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  13. Glee Season 2 Episode 10 - A Very Glee Christmas
    8.2/10(1672 votes)

    S2:E10

    It's Christmas time at McKinley High and Finn tries to get everyone in the holiday spirit; Brittany needs no help because she still believes in Santa Claus. In other news, Sue scams the teacher's Secret Santa

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  14. Glee Season 2 Episode 12 - Silly Love Songs
    8.2/10(1640 votes)

    S2:E12

    Love is in the air at McKinley High when the glee club sets up a kissing booth for Valentine's Day. Things don't go as planned, however, and hearts end up getting broken.

    Director:Tate Donovan
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  15. Glee Season 2 Episode 1 - Audition
    8.1/10(1748 votes)

    S2:E1

    After a tough loss at Regionals, the glee club is back as the underdogs of McKinley High. When the school is faced with even more budget cuts, Mr. Schuester pushes the kids to help recruit new members for the club. Rachel and Finn disagree on new recruits, and aren't sure they will be able to come together in perfect harmony.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  16. Glee Season 2 Episode 9 - Special Education
    8.1/10(1626 votes)

    S2:E9

    New Directions heads to the big Sectionals competition to go head-to-head against the Warblers and the Hipsters. While trouble brews between some of the young couples, Emma and Carl grow closer.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  17. Glee Season 2 Episode 15 - Sexy
    8.1/10(1632 votes)

    S2:E15

    Holly Holiday returns as the sex education substitute teacher and helps the glee club out with some new numbers. On the other hand, Emma becomes the head of the celibacy club.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  18. Glee Season 2 Episode 5 - The Rocky Horror Glee Show
    8.0/10(1831 votes)

    S2:E5

    Will decides to have the glee club perform "The Rocky Horror Show" for the annual school musical after learning of Emma's newfound love for the cult classic. Despite Sue's usual scheming, the members of New Directions inject their distinctive style to such timeless tracks as "The Time Warp" and "Damn It, Janet."

    Director:Adam Shankman
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  19. Glee Season 2 Episode 19 - Rumours
    8.0/10(1545 votes)

    S2:E19

    Sue Sylvester revives the school newspaper and decides to print a few inflammatory blind items. The glee club gains a whole new respect for Sam when they discover some interesting new information about his family life. Meanwhile, April Rhodes (guest star Chenoweth) returns to Lima and tries to convince Mr. Schuester to hit the road with her.

    Director:Tim Hunter
    Writers:Brad Falchuk, Ian Brennan, Ryan Murphy

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  20. Glee Season 2 Episode 3 - Grilled Cheesus
    7.9/10(1970 votes)

    S2:E3

    Finn has an existential crisis when he believes he sees the face of Jesus in his grilled cheese sandwich. Meanwhile, the rest of the kids rally around Kurt after he has a crisis of his own that leads to a larger discussion among the group about their own theology.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  21. Glee Season 2 Episode 13 - Comeback
    7.5/10(1556 votes)

    S2:E13

    Rachel tries to launch a comeback into the McKinley High social stratosphere with a little help from Brittany. Meanwhile, Sam starts a tribute band.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  22. Glee Season 2 Episode 17 - A Night of Neglect
    7.2/10(1517 votes)

    S2:E17

    The glee club agrees to help raise funds for another under-the-radar group; big decisions are made and relationships are tested.

    Director:Carol Banker
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Original Song" is the best rated episode of "Glee" season 2. It scored 8.9/10 based on 1950 votes. Directed by Bradley Buecker and written by Ryan Murphy, it aired on 3/15/2011. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Furt".