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The Best Episodes of Life in Pieces Season 2

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

Comedy about one big happy family and their sometimes awkward, often hilarious and ultimately beautiful milestone moments as told by its various members. Of the three siblings, middle child Matt may have just found his true love, his co-worker, Colleen; his coddled youngest brother, Greg, and his wife, Jen, are overwhelmed by the birth of their first child; and the eldest, Heather, and her husband, Tim, are dreading their impending empty nest so much, they're considering having another baby. Their parents are Joan the family's adoring matriarch who would do anything for her kids - as long as she agrees with it - and John, the gregarious patriarch who's searching for ways to soften the blow of turning 70. As the family's lives unfold in four short stories each week, they try to savor these little pieces of time that flash by but stay with you forever, because these moments add up to what life's all about.

Genre:Comedy
Network:CBS

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Life in Pieces" season 2 is "Annulled Roommate Pill Shower", rated 8/10 from 267 user votes. It was directed by Jason Winer and written by Justin Adler. "Annulled Roommate Pill Shower" aired on 10/27/2016 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Receptionist Pot Voting Cramp".

  • Annulled Roommate Pill Shower
    8.0/10 267 votes

    #1 - Annulled Roommate Pill Shower

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 10/27/2016

    In the second season opener, Heather and Tim ask Clementine's parents to convince Clementine and Tyler to get a marriage annulment; Matt moves in with Colleen, much to the dismay of her roommate; John takes the wrong dose of his daily pill, which leads to complications.

    Director: Jason Winer

    Writer: Justin Adler

  • Receptionist Pot Voting Cramp
    7.5/10 218 votes

    #2 - Receptionist Pot Voting Cramp

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 11/3/2016

    Greg lies to Jen about voting in the presidential election; Heather starts working with Tim at the office; Tim gives Joan a medical marijuana prescription; Matt takes Colleen to the emergency room.

    Director: Alisa Statman

    Writer: Brad Copeland

  • Eyebrow Anonymous Trapped Gem
    7.8/10 218 votes

    #3 - Eyebrow Anonymous Trapped Gem

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 11/10/2016

    When Tim accidentally shaves off a huge chunk of eyebrow before an important photoshoot, he hopes Jen and Colleen's grooming expertise can fix it. Also, when Gigi passes away, Greg makes an anonymous donation with the money she left him, but later realizes he wants to be recognized for it; John learns firsthand what Gigi's life was like at the nursing home; and Joan honors her mother's memory with unusual jewelry.

    Director: Chad Lowe

    Writer: Barbie Adler

  • Cheap Promotion Flying Birthday
    7.7/10 216 votes

    #4 - Cheap Promotion Flying Birthday

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 11/17/2016

    When Colleen teaches Matt her frugal ways, he gets hooked when he realizes how much saving money turns her on. Also, Tim attempts to fire Heather from her receptionist position at his office, John tries to break Sophia's fear of flying by taking her for a quick flight on a small plane, and Jen plans a quiet affair for Lark's first birthday, until the family takes over the celebration.

    Director: Alex Reid

    Writer: Dave Jeser, Matthew Silverstein

  • Steps Dinner Professor Lesbian
    7.3/10 206 votes

    #5 - Steps Dinner Professor Lesbian

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 11/24/2016

    When Joan's creative writing teacher, Professor Sinclair Wilde, praises her work, John assumes it is because he has a crush on her. Also, Tyler and Clementine invite Matt and Colleen over for an awkward dinner party; Jen tries to hide it from Greg when Lark takes her first steps while he's away on a business trip; and Colleen, Heather and Jen take Dougie out for ladies night when she realizes she might be gay.

    Director: John Riggi

    Writer: Maggie Mull

  • Boxing Opinion Spider Beard
    7.7/10 208 votes

    #6 - Boxing Opinion Spider Beard

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 12/1/2016

    John's plan to encourage Samantha to skip her ballet class and take up boxing with his trainer, Troy, behind her mother Heather's back has unexpected consequences. Also, Jen tries to discreetly seek a second opinion when Tim tells her she needs tonsil surgery; Joan constantly scares Matt by hiding spiders around him; and Greg grows a wiry beard that irritates Jen.

    Director: Jason Winer

    Writer: Lesley Wake Webster

  • Swim Survivor Zen Talk
    7.6/10 207 votes

    #7 - Swim Survivor Zen Talk

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 12/8/2016

    When John decides to try out for "Survivor," Tim gets jealous and attempts to undermine his audition tape. Also, Colleen confesses she can't swim when she and Matt discuss Hawaii as a honeymoon destination; Jen pretends to get hooked on meditation so she can use the time to play cell phone games; and Heather gives Sophia the "sex" talk.

    Director: Jude Weng

    Writer: Joe Cristalli

  • Window Vanity Dress Grace
    7.4/10 201 votes

    #8 - Window Vanity Dress Grace

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 12/15/2016

    When Colleen goes wedding dress shopping with her future in-laws, she must deal with Joan's unfiltered opinions. Also, when Clementine feels she's overstaying her welcome at the Hughes house, she starts being extra nice to Tim who takes it the wrong way; Greg gets frustrated when Jen can't stay awake after a romantic date night; and John and Matt attempt to build a vanity for Sophia after John rips up the directions.

    Director: Helen Hunt

    Writer: Greg Malins

  • #TBT:  Y2K Sophia Honeymoon Critter
    7.6/10 223 votes

    #9 - #TBT: Y2K Sophia Honeymoon Critter

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 1/5/2017

    The Shorts take a trip down memory lane with a #TBT to Y2K, when John and Joan throw a party to celebrate the turn of the century. Also, #TBT to Heather and Tim's parenting styles before they had Sophia.

    Director: Jason Winer

    Writer: Marcos Luevanos

  • Musical Motel Property Bingo
    7.6/10 201 votes

    #10 - Musical Motel Property Bingo

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 1/12/2017

    Heather freaks out when Samantha auditions for the high school musical and the director doesn't give her the part. Also, Matt, Greg and Heather suspect Joan is having an affair, and Tyler and Clementine decide to find a home of their own.

    Director: Chad Lowe

    Writer: Justin Adler

  • Tailgate Spiral Souvenir Seating
    7.0/10 200 votes

    #11 - Tailgate Spiral Souvenir Seating

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 1/19/2017

    When Colleen and Matt host the family tailgate party at the L.A. Rams game, they invite former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner to spice up their so far dismal event. Also, Tim's in danger of missing the game when Sophia makes him take her to the restroom.

    Director: James Alan Hensz

    Writer: Elizabeth Tippet

  • Best Waxing Grocery Rental
    7.4/10 193 votes

    #12 - Best Waxing Grocery Rental

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 2/2/2017

    When Greg insists on being Matt's best man at his wedding, Matt is forced to reveal his secret about their plans. Also, Colleen refers Jen to her aggressive bikini waxer in order to get a referral discount; Joan tries to prove to Heather that Sophia is ready for a little independence; and Clementine gets a job at a car rental office, leaving Tyler home alone all day.

    Director: James Alan Hensz

    Writer: Lesley Wake Webster

  • Chef Rescue Negotiator Necklace
    7.2/10 197 votes

    #13 - Chef Rescue Negotiator Necklace

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 2/9/2017

    When Greg and Jen hire Allie, a private chef, to cook for them on Valentine's Day, the evening isn't as romantic as they had hoped. Also, Matt and Colleen try to adopt a dog from Ruth, a judgmental animal advocate; John and Joan attempt to buy a classic car from dealership owner Gavin; and Sophia gets a necklace from a boy for Valentine's Day, to the chagrin of Heather and Tim.

    Director: Alisa Statman

    Writer: Barbie Adler

  • Facebook Fish Planner Backstage
    7.3/10 203 votes

    #14 - Facebook Fish Planner Backstage

    Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 2/16/2017

    When Tim gets two tickets to the GRAMMY Awards from his rock star patient, Charlie Puth, he brings Samantha to the show to impress her. Also, Matt and Colleen realize how out of control planning a wedding can get when they meet with their offbeat wedding planner, Ned Gawler; John and Joan join Facebook so they can stay connected to the kids; and Heather manically tries to save Sophia's beloved goldfish from dying.

    Director: Jaffar Mahmood

    Writer: Brad Copeland

  • Awkward Bra Automated Ordained
    7.1/10 201 votes

    #15 - Awkward Bra Automated Ordained

    Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 2/23/2017

    Dinner gets awkward for Jen and Matt when they find themselves alone without Greg and Colleen. Also, Lark accidentally locks out Greg and Jen from the house, prompting Greg to install a complicated home automation system; Heather and Tim try to sneak wine into an ice skating show to get out of paying at the venue; and John and Joan agree to an impromptu wedding after Colleen mentions that she's an ordained minister.

    Director: Rebecca Asher

    Writer: Dave Jeser, Matthew Silverstein

  • Dirtbike Old Mechanic Earthquake
    7.5/10 196 votes

    #16 - Dirtbike Old Mechanic Earthquake

    Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 3/9/2017

    Greg stirs up an old family feud when he finds money he accused Matt of stealing from him when they were younger. Also, Joan takes offense when Heather writes off her forgetfulness as "old age"; Colleen confronts a mechanic she believes is sexist; and Tim makes the kids go through an impromptu earthquake drill to see if they could figure out how to get home without money or cell service.

    Director: Jonathan Judge

    Writer: Greg Malins

  • Sleepover Dream Light Haze
    7.2/10 198 votes

    #17 - Sleepover Dream Light Haze

    Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 3/30/2017

    Matt and Colleen experience crazy sleepwalking adventures after taking a sleep aid; Jen tells Greg she had a sex dream about a family member; Tim wants to help Sophia get through a slumber party; John installs a motion-sensor light in the yard.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: Elizabeth Tippet

  • Favorite Vision Miguel Matchmaker
    7.0/10 187 votes

    #18 - Favorite Vision Miguel Matchmaker

    Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 4/6/2017

    Greg becomes frazzled when Lark rebuffs him and only wants to be held by Jen. Also, Heather refuses to get the reading glasses she desperately needs; Colleen introduces Matt to her eccentric father so he can get his blessing for their upcoming nuptials; and when Cousin Mikey goes through a tough breakup, Joan tries to set him up on a date.

    Director: Chris Koch

    Writer: Marcos Luevanos

  • Babysit Argument Invention Butterfly
    7.1/10 184 votes

    #19 - Babysit Argument Invention Butterfly

    Season 2 Episode 19 - Aired 4/13/2017

    Matt and Colleen have a disastrous time babysitting Lark while Jen is at work. Also, Sophia is far from pleased when John buys her a butterfly kit for her birthday; Tim and Heather rehash an old fight from the early days of their relationship; and Greg gives Samantha questionable advice about being an entrepreneur for her school project.

    Director: Eric Dean Seaton

    Writer: Maggie Mull

  • Ear Scorn Registry Manuscript
    7.2/10 184 votes

    #20 - Ear Scorn Registry Manuscript

    Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 4/27/2017

    When Colleen goes to Tim for help with an embarrassing ailment, she begs him not to tell the family. Also, Dougie enlists Joan to help her buy a gift for Matt and Colleen's wedding. Heather gets jealous when her friends want to include Jen in their group.

    Director: Alisa Statman

    Writer: Joe Cristalli

  • Late Smuggling Dreambaby Voucher
    7.2/10 193 votes

    #21 - Late Smuggling Dreambaby Voucher

    Season 2 Episode 21 - Aired 5/4/2017

    When Greg and Jen take Lark on her first airplane trip, their parental skills are upstaged by another couple travelling with their baby. Also, Joan and John attempt to smuggle their dog, Tank, onto the plane; Matt and Colleen miss their flights when they accept travel vouchers for airline credits; and Heather and Tim run into countless obstacles when trying to get to the airport on time.

    Director: Angela Barnes

    Writer: Brad Copeland

  • Poison Fire Teats Universe
    7.4/10 221 votes

    #22 - Poison Fire Teats Universe

    Season 2 Episode 22 - Aired 5/11/2017

    In the season finale, when Colleen and Matt miss all the flights to Mexico for their wedding, they question if they will ever get married. Also, Greg and Jen get into trouble when they share a cookie with a fellow plane passenger who has a severe allergic reaction to it, Joan and John rush their dog to the vet after he swallows Matt's wedding ring, and the Hughes family moves into Tyler and Clementine's tiny house when a fire breaksout in their kitchen.

    Director: Jude Weng

    Writer: Barbie Adler