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The Best Episodes of United States of Al Season 2

Every episode of United States of Al Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of United States of Al Season 2!

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Riley, a marine combat veteran, is struggling to adjust to civilian life in Ohio and the interpreter, Al, who served with his unit in Afghanistan, has just arrived to start a new life in America.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    United States of Al Season 2 Episode 1 - Promises / Wadaha
    8.7/10(262 votes)

    S2:E1

    Al, Riley, Art, Lizzie and Vanessa work together against a ticking clock to get Al's sister out of Afghanistan and to safety after Kabul falls.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 11 - Punch / Musht
    7.8/10(89 votes)

    S2:E11

    When Hazel gets in trouble at school, Riley and Vanessa disagree on how to handle the issue.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 15 - Tattoo / Khaal
    7.8/10(77 votes)

    S2:E15

    When Riley realizes how much he cares for Holly, he tries to impress her with a giant romantic gesture. Also, Vanessa tries to talk Hazel out of getting a drastic haircut.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 9 - Christmas / Krismis
    7.7/10(93 votes)

    S2:E9

    Vanessa becomes upset when Riley invites his new girlfriend to a family Christmas party; Art is uncomfortable when Lois gets him an incredibly expensive sweater as a gift.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 10 - Professor / Ustad
    7.7/10(84 votes)

    S2:E10

    When Al invites his professor over for dinner, Al's professor and Lizzie start flirting with each other; Riley hits a snag in his physical relationship with Holly and seeks out his therapist for help.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 4 - Panic / Tars
    7.6/10(100 votes)

    S2:E4

    When Al begins having panic attacks, Riley, Art and Lizzie encourage him to seek therapy so he can deal with stress.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 5 - Date / Didar
    7.6/10(95 votes)

    S2:E5

    After Al and Ariana begin dating, they quickly realize they have different ideas about courtship. Also, when Hazel is punished and can't go to the drag race with Art, he takes Vanessa instead

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 6 - Veterans Day / Roz-e Sarbaz
    7.6/10(97 votes)

    S2:E6

    Riley struggles with his disability rating as he prepares to meet up with some military buddies for Veterans Day; with Art's help, Lizzie finally opens a box of her fiance's belongings.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 16 - Gout / Nikres
    7.6/10(74 votes)

    S2:E16

    When Art tries to hide his gout flare up, the family is shocked to learn how long it's been since he saw a doctor and they try to convince him to go.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 19 - Guilt / Gunah
    7.6/10(65 votes)

    S2:E19

    Riley begins to feel guilty about his affair with Vanessa after a heart-to-heart with her boyfriend, Freddy. Also, Al's family wants to arrange a marriage for him at home because they don't approve of him dating multiple women.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 3 - Mo / Masoud
    7.5/10(102 votes)

    S2:E3

    Al tries to find an eligible Afghan-American bachelor for his sister to marry so she can move to the United States; Riley and Freddy challenge each other to a bowling match.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 7 - College / Pohantoon
    7.5/10(94 votes)

    S2:E7

    When Al struggles with the college class he is taking, Riley takes it upon himself to speak to his professor. Also, Art's confidence is shaken when he learns Lois used to be married to a professional football star.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 13 - Hunt / Shikar
    7.5/10(86 votes)

    S2:E13

    Riley, upset that Freddy taught Hazel how to ride a bike while he was deployed, attempts to teach her something new to make up for it; Ariana invites Al to a fundraiser involving spin bikes.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 18 - Divorce / Talaq
    7.5/10(72 votes)

    S2:E18

    Riley and Vanessa decide to officially file for divorce, but the process stirs up old feelings. Also, Al dates both Cindy and Ariana in the hopes of figuring out which woman is the better fit for him.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 22 - Chaos / Aashob
    7.5/10(64 votes)

    S2:E22

    Riley comes clean to Freddy about his relationship with Vanessa, and Cindy grows increasingly possessive of Al.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 2 - Repo / Wapas Geri
    7.4/10(115 votes)

    S2:E2

    Al and Riley take on second jobs as "repo men" to make extra money to send to Al's sister, but Riley's behavior while working becomes concerning.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 12 - Poker / Pokar
    7.3/10(86 votes)

    S2:E12

    Art grows concerned when Al gets hooked on playing poker, misses a class and is late for work; Lizzie and Brett's relationship grows stronger, but she struggles with dating again for the first time in a few years.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 14 - Kiss / Maach
    7.3/10(77 votes)

    S2:E14

    Riley finally realizes how hard it was on Vanessa to be home while he was deployed in Afghanistan. Also, Lizzie and Lois grow closer, which concerns Art, and Hazel starts a dog-walking business and ropes in Al to help her.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 21 - Desire / Khwast
    7.2/10(65 votes)

    S2:E21

    The family grows concerned when Al starts skipping classes to spend more time with Cindy; Riley questions how much longer he and Vanessa can keep hiding their relationship.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 20 - Sock / Jeraab
    7.0/10(64 votes)

    S2:E20

    Al decides to take his relationship with Cindy to the next level, but things go awry when he becomes incredibly nervous. Also, Riley learns some information about Vanessa that makes him wonder if they are on the same page about their relationship.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 8 - Wisdom / Hikmat
    6.9/10(97 votes)

    S2:E8

    While Al is heavily medicated following surgery on his wisdom teeth, he mistakenly insults Art, forcing Riley to choose sides. Also, Lizzie tries to broker a peace among Art, Riley and Al.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. United States of Al Season 2 Episode 17 - Virgin / Bakr
    6.7/10(78 votes)

    S2:E17

    Heartbroken over Ariana, Al begins dating Cindy, who Riley feels is too wild for him.

    Director:Nikki Lorre
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Promises / Wadaha" is the best rated episode of "United States of Al" season 2. It scored 8.7/10 based on 262 votes. Directed by Mark Cendrowski and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/7/2021. This episode is rated 0.9 points higher than the second-best, "Punch / Musht".