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The Best Episodes of Veep Season 2

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

Binge this in 4h 41m•Peaking at 8.7/10

A look into American politics, revolving around former Senator Selina Meyer who finds being Vice President of the United States is nothing like she expected and everything everyone ever warned her about.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Veep Season 2 Episode 10 - D.C.
    8.7/10(1376 votes)

    S2:E10

    Selina and her staff try to cope when the administration goes into full crisis mode.

    Director:Tim Kirkby
    Writers:Armando Iannucci, Tony Roche

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  2. Veep Season 2 Episode 5 - Helsinki
    8.5/10(1494 votes)

    S2:E5

    Selina and her staff head to Helsinki to finalize a trade agreement, but are worried whether Selina will be received warmly in Europe. Dan call Mike for advice on charming the press and Mike leans on Jonah for help. Ken and Ben argue over how to deal with new intel.

    Director:Becky Martin
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Veep Season 2 Episode 9 - Running
    8.5/10(1349 votes)

    S2:E9

    Despite being told to limit public appearances, Selina continues her plans; Dan tries to play both sides of a rivalry.

    Director:Tim Kirkby
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Veep Season 2 Episode 3 - Hostages
    8.1/10(1383 votes)

    S2:E3

    As a hostage crisis in Uzbekistan heats up, Selina and Secretary of Defense General Maddox have trouble getting on the same page at their joint appearance at the Marine Corps Base at Quantico. Sue testifies at a congressional hearing on governmental efficiencies; Dan and Gary jockey for the Veep's ear.

    Director:Chris Addison
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Veep Season 2 Episode 8 - First Response
    8.0/10(1326 votes)

    S2:E8

    After being prepped for a “puff piece” interview at the VP residence, Selina is thrown by Janet Ryland’s “gotcha” questions.

    Director:Armando Iannucci
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Veep Season 2 Episode 2 - Signals
    7.9/10(1375 votes)

    S2:E2

    Selina attends a pig roast in North Carolina as part of the president's "Listen to Rural America" initiative. Dan takes up Pilates to get face time.

    Director:Chris Addison
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Veep Season 2 Episode 4 - The Vic Allen Dinner
    7.9/10(1332 votes)

    S2:E4

    Selina is rankled when the White House releases an unflattering photo of her. Mike and Kent bond over sailing; Jonah gets an executive parking space; Sue has a job interview. Selina takes steps to keep her staff happy as they prepare for her appearance at the Vic Allen dinner.

    Director:Chris Addison
    Writers:Armando Iannucci, Simon Blackwell

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  8. Veep Season 2 Episode 6 - Andrew
    7.9/10(1336 votes)

    S2:E6

    Catherine's 21st birthday party becomes a forum for Selina's budget negotiation with the majority leader, but Amy and Gary are more worried how Selina will handle seeing her ex-husband. Meanwhile, Mike discusses Selina's role in the Uzbek hostage crisis with the press.

    Director:Chris Morris
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Veep Season 2 Episode 1 - Midterms
    7.8/10(1453 votes)

    S2:E1

    Fresh off successful campaign appearances for midterm elections, Selina sees an opportunity to expand her role, but must first curry favor with Kent Davison, the president's icy senior strategist. Meanwhile, there are new developments in the staff's personal lives.

    Director:Chris Morris
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Veep Season 2 Episode 7 - Shutdown
    7.6/10(1293 votes)

    S2:E7

    With D.C. in the midst of a government shutdown, Selina is forced to furlough some of her staff. A damaging story leaks about Selina’s ex-husband, Andrew; Danny Chung takes advantage of the shutdown; Gary Jonah go on a run to retrieve Selina’s trash.

    Director:Becky Martin
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"D.C." is the best rated episode of "Veep" season 2. It scored 8.7/10 based on 1376 votes. Directed by Tim Kirkby and written by Armando Iannucci, Tony Roche, it aired on 6/23/2013. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Helsinki".