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The Best Episodes of The L Word Season 2

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

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A group of lesbian friends struggle with romance and careers in Los Angeles.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The L Word Season 2 Episode 1 - Life, Loss, Leaving
    7.5/10(281 votes)

    #1 - Life, Loss, Leaving

    S2:E1

    As Bette desperately begs for Tina's forgiveness, Tina herself is hiding a shocking secret from Bette and all her friends. Alice and Dana continue to hide their romantic trysts from the others, and Jenny finds herself saying goodbye to Tim as he prepares to leave.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  2. The L Word Season 2 Episode 2 - Lap Dance
    7.5/10(245 votes)

    #2 - Lap Dance

    S2:E2

    Acting on Alice's advice, Tina decides to hire a famous lawyer. Dana and Alice struggle to stay away from each other, Ivan gives Kit the cold shoulder, and Jenny decides to have a serious discussion with Robin regarding their relationship.

    Director:Lynne Stopkewich
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  3. The L Word Season 2 Episode 3 - Loneliest Number
    7.7/10(230 votes)

    #3 - Loneliest Number

    S2:E3

    When she is rejected from the writing class, Jenny sets out to win over her intimidating professor. Tina is devastated when she finds an email from Candace on Bette's computer, Dana and Alice continue to hide their attraction for each other, and Kit tries to find an opening act for her new club.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The L Word Season 2 Episode 4 - Lynch Pin
    7.4/10(271 votes)

    #4 - Lynch Pin

    S2:E4

    Bette travels to New York on a business trip. Tina is shocked and angry about her lawyer's true intentions. Jenny and Shane search for a new roommate, and Kit bonds with an inspirational speaker.

    Director:Lisa Cholodenko
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  5. The L Word Season 2 Episode 5 - Labyrinth
    7.8/10(242 votes)

    #5 - Labyrinth

    S2:E5

    Bette tries to fix her relationship with Tina, but she gets a rude awakening with some bad news both at home and work. Alice and Dana try taking their relationship to a different level, Shane starts her new job as a PA to Veronica Bloom (guest star Camryn Manheim), and Jenny gets some confidence from her new hairstyle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The L Word Season 2 Episode 6 - Lagrimas de Oro
    7.5/10(229 votes)

    #6 - Lagrimas de Oro

    S2:E6

    Alice pushes Dana to break up with Tonya, but Dana isn't prepared for when Tonya reveals her own secret. Tina considers her new attraction to Helena, Kit finally hooks up with Benjamin, and Jenny and Carmen continue to enjoy each other's company.

    Director:Jeremy Podeswa
    Writer:Guinevere Turner

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  7. The L Word Season 2 Episode 7 - Luminous
    7.5/10(242 votes)

    #7 - Luminous

    S2:E7

    Shane tries to dull her pain in the hopes that she can forget about Carmen and Jenny's blossoming relationship. Tina comes between Helena and her ex over the custody of their kids and offers a glimmer of hope to Bette. Dana and Alice call everyone to The Planet to announce their new relationship.

    Director:Ernest R. Dickerson
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  8. The L Word Season 2 Episode 8 - Loyal
    7.5/10(234 votes)

    #8 - Loyal

    S2:E8

    When Alice runs into her ex, she is surprised to find out that she is now dating Dana's ex-girlfriend. Bette and Tina reach an agreement over their relationship, Jenny is worried that she may have lost a writing job, and Shane finds some comfort in a church.

    Director:Alison Maclean
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The L Word Season 2 Episode 9 - Late, Later, Latent
    7.8/10(235 votes)

    #9 - Late, Later, Latent

    S2:E9

    Dana is stunned when Alice requests a bold sexual favor from her. Burr Connor (guest star Tony Goldwyn) reveals a secret to Jenny. Jenny learns about Carmen's real feelings for Shane, Kit plans a romantic night for Benjamin, and Bette and Tina have an intimate encounter as they bond over their unborn baby.

    Director:Tony Goldwyn
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The L Word Season 2 Episode 10 - Land Ahoy
    7.9/10(224 votes)

    #10 - Land Ahoy

    S2:E10

    A lesbian cruise in the Caribbean proves eventful for Dana, Alice, Shane, Jenny and Carmen. Bette and Kit struggle to reconcile with their estranged father, Melvin, during his visit.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  11. The L Word Season 2 Episode 11 - Loud & Proud
    7.6/10(220 votes)

    #11 - Loud & Proud

    S2:E11

    Dana is stunned when she learns a big secret about her brother, Howie, at Gay Pride 2005. Mark tries to make amends with Jenny and Shane, Kit and Bette learn that their father, Melvin, is refusing treatment for his illness, and a shocking memory about Jenny's childhood is revealed.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Elizabeth Hunter

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  12. The L Word Season 2 Episode 12 - L'Chaim
    7.6/10(241 votes)

    #12 - L'Chaim

    S2:E12

    Bette reaches out to Tina as she decides to take her father home for his final days. Jenny struggles after recalling a difficult memory from her childhood, and Alice becomes jealous when Dana agrees to have dinner with her ex-girlfriend, Lara.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  13. The L Word Season 2 Episode 13 - Lacuna
    7.7/10(248 votes)

    #13 - Lacuna

    S2:E13

    A surprise guest shows up at a sad event as Bette gets stunning news about her job. Tina goes into a surprisingly difficult labor, Jenny finally reaches breaking point over her painful childhood memory, Alice struggles with her jealousy, and Peggy Peabody lays down the laws with her daughter, Helena.

    Director:Ilene Chaiken
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Life, Loss, Leaving" is the best rated episode of "The L Word" season 2. It scored 7.5/10 based on 281 votes. Directed by Daniel Minahan and written by Ilene Chaiken, it aired on 2/20/2005. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Lap Dance".