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Smash S2E9 — The Parents

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Smash•Season 2•Episode 9

The Parents

7.8/10 · 130 votesApr 2, 201344 min

Ranked #8 of 17 in Season 2•matches the season avg

Ivy's mom joins the "Bombshell" cast; a visit from Karen's dad causes tension at "Hit List."

Directed byTricia Brock

Written byJordon Nardino

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Katharine McPhee

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Karen Cartwright

Megan Hilty

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Episode Summary

"The Parents" is episode 9 of Smash season 2. It scored 7.8/10 from 130 votes, ranking #8 of 17 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Tricia Brock and written by Jordon Nardino, it aired on April 2, 2013.

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