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The Best Episodes of The Ranch Season 2

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

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Being a pro athlete didn't pan out for Colt. Now he's helping his dad and brother keep the ranch afloat, and figuring out how he fits into the family.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Ranch Season 2 Episode 1 - My Next Thirty Years
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #1 - My Next Thirty Years

    S2:E1

    After Heather drops a bombshell, a visit from Abby's parents is the last thing Colt needs -- and they all end up at church together on Christmas Eve.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Matt Ross, Max Searle

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  2. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 2 - Things Change
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Things Change

    S2:E2

    Heather makes a decision about the pregnancy. Mary reads Rooster the riot act for keeping it a secret, and Colt struggles with how to tell Abby.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Jeff Lowell, Steve Tompkins

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  3. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 3 - Take Me Away from Here
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #3 - Take Me Away from Here

    S2:E3

    After a heart-to-heart with Maggie, Colt steps up and supports Heather. Meanwhile, the tension between Rooster and Beau takes a toll on Maggie.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Jim Patterson, Nathan Chetty

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  4. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 4 - She'll Have You Back
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - She'll Have You Back

    S2:E4

    Abby agrees to give Colt a chance, but her father isn't as forgiving. Beau and Rooster go to a cattle auction. Maggie thinks about selling the bar.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Steve Leff, Don Reo

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  5. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 5 - My Best Friend
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - My Best Friend

    S2:E5

    The guys wind up in hot water after an ice fishing trip. Beau takes Brenda out to dinner, but Maggie's not far from his mind.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Ashton Kutcher, Carla Filisha

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  6. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 6 - Find Out Who Your Friends Are
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - Find Out Who Your Friends Are

    S2:E6

    Emotions run high when Abby and Heather fight, leaving Colt caught in the middle. Rooster faces the consequences of blowing off work.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Jeff Lowell, Don Reo

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  7. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 7 - One of Those Nights
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #7 - One of Those Nights

    S2:E7

    During a snowstorm, Colt and Abby head out of town, Beau and Joanne get cozy at the ranch, and Maggie meets a charming stranger.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Matt Ross, Max Searle

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  8. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 8 - I Didn't Ask and She Didn't Say
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - I Didn't Ask and She Didn't Say

    S2:E8

    Colt gets possessive when Heather starts dating a teacher. Abby gives Beau relationship advice. Maggie has a business proposition for Rooster

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Nikki Schiefelbein, Steve Tompkins

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  9. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 9 - Last Dollar (Fly Away)
    6.0/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Last Dollar (Fly Away)

    S2:E9

    As Heather's medical bills roll in, Colt realizes how expensive it is having a baby. A surprise visitor at the bar sweeps Maggie off her feet.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Nikki Schiefelbein, Jamie Rhonheimer

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  10. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 10 - Can't Be Really Gone
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #10 - Can't Be Really Gone

    S2:E10

    Colt's new responsibilities keep him away from Abby. After a memorable night, Maggie ponders what she wants for her future.

    Director:David Trainer
    Writers:Jim Patterson, Jeff Lowell

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  11. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 11 - Learning to Live Again
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #11 - Learning to Live Again

    S2:E11

    Colt wants to buy Sam Peterson's ranch -- with or without his family's blessing. Colt and Heather have a heart-to-heart about their loss.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 12 - Wrapped Up in You
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #12 - Wrapped Up in You

    S2:E12

    Wondering if he's ready to marry Abby, Colt seeks romantic advice from an unlikely source: Beau. Rooster hires a flaky new waitress.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 13 - Rodeo and Juliet
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Rodeo and Juliet

    S2:E13

    Beau ponders a lucrative business offer. Rooster runs afoul of the liquor board. Colt tries to make peace with Abby's dad.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 14 - Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)

    S2:E14

    Colt and Abby start planning their wedding, but they don't see eye to eye. Joanne confesses she still has feelings for Beau.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 15 - More Than a Memory
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #15 - More Than a Memory

    S2:E15

    Abby moves in with Colt and Beau when she learns she’s losing her job. Rooster and Jen the engineer bond over getting dumped.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 16 - When You Come Back to Me Again
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - When You Come Back to Me Again

    S2:E16

    Back in town, Maggie frets about how Rooster's been running the bar. Abby considers a career change.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 17 - Do What You Gotta Do
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Do What You Gotta Do

    S2:E17

    A job opportunity in Denver threatens to drive a wedge between Colt and Abby. Maggie pushes back about the pipeline.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 18 - Big Money
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Big Money

    S2:E18

    Maggie takes a stand that lands her in hot water. Colt and Rooster come up with a plan to buy the Peterson ranch, but they need Beau's buy-in.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 19 - Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)

    S2:E19

    Beau shrugs off the doctor's orders and resists the family's efforts to help him. Meanwhile, Colt lashes out at Maggie.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Ranch Season 2 Episode 20 - If Tomorrow Never Comes
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - If Tomorrow Never Comes

    S2:E20

    Beau leaves the boys hanging about the Peterson ranch. Rooster takes Jen on a date. Colt and Abby fight about their future.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"My Next Thirty Years" is the best rated episode of "The Ranch" season 2. It scored 8/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by David Trainer and written by Matt Ross, Max Searle, it aired on 6/14/2017. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Things Change".