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The Best Episodes of The Next Step Season 2

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Next Step Season 2 Episode 31 - What Are You Waiting For? (3)
    9.4/10(57 votes)

    S2:E31

    Michelle is pitted against Amanda in the female solo round.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 34 - Rewind (6)
    9.4/10(48 votes)

    S2:E34

    Amanda's bid to dance with the Next Step is accepted by the judges.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 30 - I Don't Know (2)
    9.3/10(34 votes)

    S2:E30

    Small Groups and duets compete at the Nationals competition. James struggles with whether to include a challenging move in the small group routine.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 32 - You Love Me (4)
    9.3/10(39 votes)

    S2:E32

    It is the semi-finals and the team showcases their dance.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 17 - Game On
    9.2/10(34 votes)

    S2:E17

    The pressure is on for nationals when a key member leaves the troupe, and the team can't afford to lose anyone else. Amanda and Riley audition for the solo, while Emily puts herself on the line to save her team.

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  6. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 24 - Under Pressure (1)
    9.2/10(37 votes)

    S2:E24

    Emily tries to expose Amanda but gets caught in her own trap. Kate discovers the Next Step's money is missing and holds Chloe responsible. Riley enlists James to take CPR training with her for the studio.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 29 - Old Friends (1)
    9.2/10(35 votes)

    S2:E29

    Eldon learns he must compete against Daniel in the male solo round. Daniel's competitiveness stains his friendships with his old teammates.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 33 - Danger Zone (5)
    9.2/10(38 votes)

    S2:E33

    The team awaits a verdict as to whether Emily can dance or whether the team has to forfeit.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 25 - Just Dance (2)
    9.1/10(35 votes)

    S2:E25

    Amanda's true colours are exposed but the results are devastating for the Next Step. Emily catches West doing a good deed. Riley enlists James to convince a studio ex-member to come back.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 28 - Re-Match
    9.1/10(33 votes)

    S2:E28

    The team blow off steam before the first day of Nationals.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 19 - Sacrifice
    8.9/10(26 votes)

    S2:E19

    Emily encourages Hunter to try to get closer to the boys. James creates a new dance move for Riley's list. Gabi is jealous when her younger sister Becca is chosen for a J-Troupe trio.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 4 - The Final Cut (3)
    8.8/10(38 votes)

    S2:E4

    Reality-style drama following the lives of a group of dancers at the Next Step Dance Studio. The nationals team is chosen, with devastating results for some A-Troupers. Hunter enlists Emily's help to make Michelle jealous

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 22 - Lost
    8.8/10(28 votes)

    S2:E22

    James turns to the boys for help to solve a riddle for Riley. The A-Troupe costumes for Nationals go missing. Emily's loyalties are tested.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 23 - Better Than This
    8.8/10(25 votes)

    S2:E23

    James gets his driving licence for Riley. Michelle searches for something she loves as much as dance and joins the debate team at school. Amanda learns that Emily cannot be trusted.

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  15. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 13 - The Truth Comes Out
    8.7/10(27 votes)

    S2:E13

    Michelle finds out about the dance battle and Hunter gets a chance at the nationals solo spot. Phoebe challenges select A-Troupers and J-Troupers to create a song and a dance in 24 hours.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 18 - Make a Plan to Love Me
    8.7/10(24 votes)

    S2:E18

    In order to win Riley back, James suggests she gives him a list of tasks to complete to prove his dedication, starting with breaking up with Beth. Emily further isolates herself from the team to gain Amanda's trust. When Michelle won't answer calls from the studio, Chloe visits Michelle at school.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 20 - Heartbreaker
    8.7/10(28 votes)

    S2:E20

    Eldon challenges Hunter to win back the nationals solo award. Emily is forced to prove her loyalty to Amanda by ending something that is just starting. James searches for a four-leaf clover for Riley's list.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 16 - Hazy Shade of Winter
    8.6/10(30 votes)

    S2:E16

    Michelle confronts Emily about the kiss. Thalia and Giselle try to convince James and Riley to take the duet back. Hunter is confused and Michelle has something important to discuss with Kate.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 2 - My Boyfriend's Back (1)
    8.5/10(33 votes)

    S2:E2

    A-Troupe meets its new choreographer and votes for open auditions for the nationals team. A-Troupers, B-Troupers, J-Troupers plus unexpected newcomers all show up for the nationals team auditions.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 1 - Don't Stop the Party
    8.4/10(69 votes)

    S2:E1

    The A-Troupe is reunited after their win at regionals, but they learn quickly that the rules at nationals are different and their team dynamic could be in jeopardy. Emily and Michelle set aside their differences over Eldon and agree to focus their energies on the nationals preparation.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 3 - Ready to Start (2)
    8.4/10(35 votes)

    S2:E3

    The first round of auditions for the nationals team takes place. Phoebe, the new head choreographer, challenges the dancers with her choreography for the final round.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 10 - I Hope I Get It
    8.4/10(25 votes)

    S2:E10

    As the studio grows in popularity, it must make space for new members of J-Troupe. Emily asks Hunter to help her with J-Troupe auditions to make Michelle jealous but enjoys herself with Hunter more than she expected.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 12 - Time to Move On
    8.4/10(25 votes)

    S2:E12

    Riley struggles to move on from James while still working on their duet. Emily and Hunter get to know each other better when they get locked in the costume closet together.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 15 - You're the One That I Want
    8.4/10(23 votes)

    S2:E15

    Giselle and Thalia think a little competition will be good motivation for James and Riley. Hunter invites Michelle to a concert. James and Eldon do some male bonding while Amanda sympathizes with Emily.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. The Next Step Season 2 Episode 21 - Hello Trouble
    8.4/10(30 votes)

    S2:E21

    Thalia, Giselle, and Amanda represent the Next Step at a trio competition. When Michelle comes to watch, Amanda is forced to change her plans. James tackles number ten on Riley's list and decides to get to know Emily.

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"What Are You Waiting For? (3)" is the best rated episode of "The Next Step" season 2. It scored 9.4/10 based on 57 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/19/2014. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Rewind (6)".