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The Conners
This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.
- Created by:
- Matt Williams
- Cast:
- John Goodman, Laurie Metcalf, Sara Gilbert, Alicia Goranson
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- ABC
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 2
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 7.0Preemies, Weed, and Infidelity
2019-09-24 · 23mIn the wake of Emilio's deportation, Jackie steps into the role of a paternal figure and creates a meticulous birth plan for Becky; but as the Conners know, nothing ever goes according to plan. Meanwhile, Darlene is tangled in a complex love triangle with David and Ben, and - like her mother - Harris is caught up in a problem of her own.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 7.0A Kiss Is Just a Kiss
2019-10-01 · 23mDarlene continues to struggle with deciding between David and Ben. Becky begins to doubt herself as a mom, and Mark gets in trouble at school when a picture of him and his boyfriend kissing goes viral. Meanwhile, Jackie continues to avoid her problems by keeping busy with everyone else's.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 7.0The Preemie Monologues
2019-10-08 · 23mHarris is forced to confront Darlene about her lifestyle, while Jackie involves herself in other people's problems to avoid confronting her own. Meanwhile, Becky is overwhelmed by the costs of raising a baby, so her family steps in to help.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.0Lanford... Lanford
2019-10-15 · 23mDesperate for more income, Becky seeks a bartending position at Casita Bonita, causing major concern for Dan due to her struggle with alcoholism. Meanwhile, Darlene finally nears a decision between David and Ben; and Harris' new friend, Odessa, means new trouble.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 7.0Nightmare on Lunch Box Street
2019-10-29 · 23mHalloween brings nothing but horror for Jackie after she uncovers a shocking secret when trying to reopen the Lunch Box; Mary gets upset when a woman assumes she is adopted; Darlene continues to deal with her complicated love life.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 7.0Tempest in a Stew Pot
2019-11-12 · 23mJackie and Becky pitch their business plan to Darlene in hopes of getting the Lunch Box back, but Darlene's decision leads to hostility among the three.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 8.3Slappy Holidays
2019-11-19 · 23mChaos ensues when Dan finally gets the entire family together for Thanksgiving dinner; mixed feelings about the Lunch Box continue to build tension in the house; Harris makes an unexpected move.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 7.0Lanford, Toilet of Sin
2019-11-26 · 23mJackie is faced with a difficult decision that brings the family and community together. Meanwhile, Becky starts working a new late-night shift at Casita Bonita, and Darlene goes to extreme measures to mend her relationship with Harris.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 7.0Smoking Penguins and Santa on Santa Action
2019-12-10 · 23mDan is disappointed when everyone but Becky forgets about his birthday. Darlene and Ben face an issue at work. Dan takes advantage of the family Christmas Santa photo to force Jackie to befriend Louise.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 7.0Throwing a Christian to a Bear
2020-01-21 · 23mThe Conners struggle to accept a Cheesehead in their midst when Becky brings her new boyfriend, a devout Christian and a Green Bay Packers fan, home to watch the Bears/Packers game. Meanwhile, Dan tries to impress upon Mark the importance of the family’s die-hard loyalty to the Bears. Ben and Darlene try to get a loan for their new magazine.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 7.0Mud Turtles, a Good Steak and One Man in a Tub
2020-01-28 · 23mBecky thinks that Jackie's new friend Dawn, a restaurant supplier, is only cozying up to her to sell them things they can't afford for the Lunch Box. Darlene is thrilled when Harris gets into Central Illinois State, but Harris might have found a better offer on her own. When Dan finds himself in an embarrassing situation nursing an injury, Louise tries to help him out.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 7.5Live from Lanford
2020-02-11 · 23mThe Conners share their differing takes on why they all think everyone should vote; Louise gets an opportunity that might send her away from Lanford, prompting the family to interfere in Dan's complicated relationship.
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E13
Episode 13
★ 7.0Brothers, Babies and Breakdowns
2020-02-18 · 23mDan avoids coping with a death in the family, only to be confronted by it head-on. Ben and Darlene address Ben's baby fever and have "the talk." The Lunch Box is officially open for business, and Dwight gets the jitters when he has to fill in for the chef who suffers an accident.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 7.0Bad Dads and Grads
2020-02-25 · 23mDan starts to bond with his younger half-brother but he can’t get over the fact that their father paid for Ed Jr.’s college education, something he refused to do for Dan. Jackie hits it off with a fun married couple, so much so that they “invite” her into their relationship. Harris and Mark do not react well to the news that Darlene is trying to have a baby with Ben.
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E15
Episode 15
★ 7.0Beards, Thrupples and Robots
2020-03-17 · 23mHarris is the boss of Darlene after her mom, desperate for money, gets a job at Price Warehouse. Jackie decides to take her "thrupple" relationship with Ron and Janelle to the next level. Everyone makes fun of Ben's appearance after he shaves his beard in an attempt to appear more clean-cut to potential advertisers for the magazine.
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E16
Episode 16
★ 7.0Tats and Tias
2020-03-24 · 23mHarris is newly unemployed, depressed and has moved back into the house, while Becky struggles to find affordable childcare. Jackie suggests Becky reach out to Emilio's family for support and he gladly suggests she contact the two aunts who helped raise him. Dan runs into an old riding buddy, Tony, who recently opened up a leather and tattoo shop and is looking to hire some help. Dan and Darlene tag team to get Harris the job and the family contemplates celebratory tattoos.
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E17
Episode 17
★ 7.3The Icewoman Cometh
2020-04-07 · 23mBev is back from Arizona and has come to the realization that she'd like to use her finances to spread happiness. She has decided to fund Mark's tuition to a prestigious coding camp, while Darlene tries to convince her to give the money to Harris instead. Dan realizes how much he misses Louise, and Becky persuades him to visit her on tour.
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E18
Episode 18
★ 7.0Pilot Lights & Sister Fights
2020-04-14 · 23mDan is finally ready to share his feelings with Louise; Darlene realizes how badly she wants a baby. Ben gets caught up playing handyman and babysitter for Becky, which causes him to miss an important meeting.
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E19
Episode 19
★ 7.0CPAPs, Hickeys and Biscuits
2020-04-28 · 23mDan and Louise take their relationship to the next level and come to appreciate the complexities of aging. Meanwhile, Darlene spends the night in jail and hands off parenting duties to Ben. Mark and a friend work on a class experiment that leaves them both with hickeys, and Becky contemplates marrying Emilio.
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E20
Episode 20
★ 7.0Bridge Over Troubled Conners
2020-05-04 · 23mDarlene and Ben go apartment hunting; Jackie and Becky take Beverly Rose on a road trip to Mexico to meet her father for the first time; Dan reluctantly shares his financial troubles with Louise.
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John Goodman
Dan Conner
Laurie Metcalf
Jackie Harris
Sara Gilbert
Darlene Conner
Alicia Goranson
Becky Conner
Emma Kenney
Harris Conner-Healy
Ames McNamara
Mark Conner-Healy