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The Best Episodes of The Fosters Season 2

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

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Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's biological son from a previous marriage, Brandon, and their adopted twins, Mariana

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Fosters Season 2 Episode 1 - Things Unknown
    5.9/10(314 votes)

    #1 - Things Unknown

    S2:E1

    Callie and Jude face separation. Brandon suffers guilt after sleeping with Dani.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 2 - Take Me Out
    4.7/10(294 votes)

    #2 - Take Me Out

    S2:E2

    Brandon struggles with a major medical decision. Stef seeks answers on Mike's whereabouts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 3 - Play
    6.4/10(297 votes)

    #3 - Play

    S2:E3

    While Lena and Stef are away on a babymoon, the kids throw a party that gets out of hand.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 4 - Say Something
    6.3/10(278 votes)

    #4 - Say Something

    S2:E4

    Callie meets her half-sister for the first time. Timothy starts a legal battle over his parental rights of the baby.

    Director:Zetna Fuentes
    Writer:Kathleen McGhee-Anderson

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  5. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 5 - Truth Be Told
    5.0/10(277 votes)

    #5 - Truth Be Told

    S2:E5

    Callie worries about how her actions have impacted Jude. Emma puts Jesus in an awkward position.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 6 - Mother
    5.1/10(297 votes)

    #6 - Mother

    S2:E6

    Lena learns about a medical issue affecting her pregnancy. Stef confronts Mike about Ana.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 7 - The Longest Day
    5.0/10(282 votes)

    #7 - The Longest Day

    S2:E7

    Dani deals with the consequences for what happened with Brandon. Jude and Callie spend the day on the Quinn's yacht.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 8 - Girls Reunited
    4.9/10(270 votes)

    #8 - Girls Reunited

    S2:E8

    Callie returns to the Girl's United home to deal with lingering issues. Mariana and Jesus plan a group dinner for Mat and Hayley.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 9 - Leaky Faucets
    4.6/10(283 votes)

    #9 - Leaky Faucets

    S2:E9

    The kids attend a festival. Ana wants to make amends with the twins.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 10 - Someone's Little Sister
    6.4/10(302 votes)

    #10 - Someone's Little Sister

    S2:E10

    Callie asks her biological father for a favor; Connor is pressured to end his friendship with Jude.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 11 - Christmas Past
    6.4/10(276 votes)

    #11 - Christmas Past

    S2:E11

    Brandon looks back on Callie and Jude’s first Christmas with the Foster family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 12 - Over/Under
    6.6/10(274 votes)

    #12 - Over/Under

    S2:E12

    Stef and Lena take different sides on several issues; Brandon is invited to attend a music program.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 13 - Stay
    6.4/10(256 votes)

    #13 - Stay

    S2:E13

    Kiara seeks help after being placed in an unfit foster home; Mariana downplays her high math scores.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 14 - Mother Nature
    6.0/10(283 votes)

    #14 - Mother Nature

    S2:E14

    The Adams fosters kids are not very excited to head out to the wilderness for a family camping trip, but Jesus shakes things up when he can no longer hold onto his secrets and gets a surprise visit. Callie and Brandon awkwardly navigate their relationship while Jude gets fed up with the way he’s being treated. Meanwhile, Mike asks Ana to move in with him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 15 - Light of Day
    6.2/10(270 votes)

    #15 - Light of Day

    S2:E15

    Callie decides to try a new tactic with Robert while Brandon aims to convince the band that his mom’s rules can work for everyone. News about Ana’s situation gives Mariana an idea that would affect the entire Adams Foster family. Meanwhile, Jude tries to make amends with Connor and agrees to go on a group date.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 16 - If You Only Knew
    5.8/10(272 votes)

    #16 - If You Only Knew

    S2:E16

    Hiding a secret, Callie helps Daphne prepare for an official visit with her daughter, but both fear they may be recognized for their past actions. Things go awry when Brandon and his band play a "farm" party. With Mariana's urging, Stef and Lena consider Ana's proposal. Meanwhile, Jesus is offered an opportunity to attend a top-rated wrestling school.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 17 - The Silence She Keeps
    6.4/10(279 votes)

    #17 - The Silence She Keeps

    S2:E17

    Stef and Lena attempt to understand Callie's decision; Monte and Timothy's disagreement over the school curriculum puts Lena in a tough spot; Mariana tries to get a talented dancer to join her team.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 18 - Now Hear This
    5.1/10(323 votes)

    #18 - Now Hear This

    S2:E18

    Mariana finds it difficult to deal with impending changes at home and focuses her attention on organizing a student protest over an administrative incident at school. Meanwhile, when she learns Kiara is back in town and on the streets, Callie is willing to do anything she can in order to help her friend, even if that means disobeying Stef’s orders and putting herself in danger. Jude finally confronts Connor over the mixed messages he’s been sending, leading to a make-or-break moment in their friendship.

    Director:Rob Morrow
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 19 - Justify The Means
    6.0/10(275 votes)

    #19 - Justify The Means

    S2:E19

    Stef confides in Lena and Callie about a plan that will make it possible for the Adams Fosters to adopt Callie, but she’s not being fully honest about some of the steps she’s taken to put the plan in motion. In turn, Lena hasn’t been completely truthful with Stef about her conflicting emotions over expanding their family. Meanwhile, Brandon has an opportunity to pursue his dream of being a classical musician, but it could come at a price. Jude breaks the rules in order to be with Connor and faces dire consequences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 20 - Not That Kind of Girl
    5.8/10(286 votes)

    #20 - Not That Kind of Girl

    S2:E20

    Callie confronts demons from the past; Mariana worries about the future of Ana's baby; Jude deals with the repercussions of his poor decision; Lena discusses her domestic troubles with Monte.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Fosters Season 2 Episode 21 - The End of the Beginning
    5.8/10(324 votes)

    #21 - The End of the Beginning

    S2:E21

    Callie meets her grandfather, which gives her a new perspective on Robert. Meanwhile, Mariana gets ready for a crucial dance-team showdown; and Jude stands up for a friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Things Unknown" is the best rated episode of "The Fosters" season 2. It scored 5.9/10 based on 314 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/16/2014. This episode is rated 1.2 points higher than the second-best, "Take Me Out".