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The Real O'Neals S2E7 — The Real Match

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The Real O'Neals•Season 2•Episode 7

The Real Match

8.0/10 · 165 votesDec 6, 201623 min

Ranked #2 of 16 in Season 2•+0.5 vs season avg

When Jimmy recruits a reluctant Kenny to join his wrestling team for a one-time match, a surprise victory gives him the confidence to join the team full time to become the first, openly gay athlete at St. Barklays. Kenny’s newfound stardom makes Jimmy feel a

Directed byTodd Holland

Written byAdam Roberts

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Martha Plimpton

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Eileen O'Neal

Jay R. Ferguson

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Noah Galvin

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Episode Summary

"The Real Match" is episode 7 of The Real O'Neals season 2. It scored 8.0/10 from 165 votes, ranking #2 of 16 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Todd Holland and written by Adam Roberts, it aired on December 6, 2016.

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