The BEST episodes of Dawson's Creek season 2

Every episode of Dawson's Creek season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Dawson's Creek season 2!

Four friends in a small coastal town help each other cope with adolescence.

Last Updated: 11/27/2024Network: The WBStatus: Ended
... That Is the Question (2)
star
7.98
155 votes

#1 - ... That Is the Question (2)

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/17/1999

Rumors about Jack's sexuality don't stop, and Pacey decides to stop the constant harassment of a teacher.

Directors: Greg Prange
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High Risk Behavior
star
7.64
138 votes

#2 - High Risk Behavior

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/13/1999

As Dawson's new movie exposes her uncertainty around her relationship with Joey, Pacey and Andie explore the idea of having sex.

Writer: Jenny Bicks
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To Be or Not to Be ... (1)
star
7.61
157 votes

#3 - To Be or Not to Be ... (1)

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/10/1999

After a harsh teacher forces Jack to read a poem that makes everyone suspect that he is gay, Pacey stands up for his principles and runs the risk of being suspended.

Directors: Sandy Smolan
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Parental Discretion Advised
star
7.53
123 votes

#4 - Parental Discretion Advised

Season 2 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/26/1999

Dawson fights Mr. Potter's drug trade, and Pacey confronts her father.

Directors: Greg Prange
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Sex She Wrote
star
7.51
140 votes

#5 - Sex She Wrote

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/20/1999

When an anonymous letter reveals that someone has had sex, Abby sets out to expose the guilty couple.

Directors: Nick Marck
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The All-Nighter
star
7.48
143 votes

#6 - The All-Nighter

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/18/1998

Facing the scariest English test of their lives the gang has an all night study session at wealthy, horny Chris Wolfe's house. At this all-nighter secrets are revealed and friendships are altered.

Directors: David Semel
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Be Careful What You Wish For
star
7.46
127 votes

#7 - Be Careful What You Wish For

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/3/1999

Dawson's surprise 16th birthday falls apart when he and Andie show up drunk.

Directors: David Semel
Writer: Heidi Ferrer
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Full Moon Rising
star
7.42
137 votes

#8 - Full Moon Rising

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/4/1998

Parental problems cast a pall over Dawson and Joey's new romance. Pacey is troubled when he sees the McPhee's homelife.

Directors: David Semel
Writer: Dana Baratta
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Alternative Lifestyles
star
7.40
163 votes

#9 - Alternative Lifestyles

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/21/1998

An economics class project pairs Dawson and Jen as a husband and wife and Pacey and Andie as a married couple. Jen tries to use this project to get closer to Dawson and Pacey gets to know more about Andie's background. Joey learns that she has a chance of success while doing this project.

Directors: David Semel
Writer: Mike White
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Crossroads
star
7.38
142 votes

#10 - Crossroads

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/14/1998

Jack, Andie's brother scores a job at the Ice House, an entry in Joey's diary lands her in hot water with Dawson, who forgets Pacey's 16th Birthday. Meanwhile Abby begins to become a negative influence over lonely Jen.

Directors: Dennie Gordon
Writer: Dana Baratta
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A Perfect Wedding
star
7.36
122 votes

#11 - A Perfect Wedding

Season 2 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/28/1999

A Capeside wedding forces Joey to confront his family's reputation.

Directors: Greg Prange
Writer: Mike White
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The Dance
star
7.36
143 votes

#12 - The Dance

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/11/1998

Two tragedies rock Dawson's world. First he learns the awful truth about his parents marriage. Then at the Homecoming dance, he witnesses a heated moment between Joey and Jack, setting of a chain of events that shatter a lifelong friendship and a new found romance. The big night also gives Jen a chance to use Joey's mistakes to get with Dawson. Pacey tries to open his heart to Andie, but breaks hers.

Directors: Lou Antonio
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Uncharted Waters
star
7.35
124 votes

#13 - Uncharted Waters

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/27/1999

A fishing tournament provides an opportunity to forge the bond between father and son, and Gail's report on the teenage girls reveals the tension between Jen and Joey.

Directors: Scott Paulin
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The Reluctant Hero
star
7.30
130 votes

#14 - The Reluctant Hero

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/25/1998

Joey's "semi-date" with Jack prompts a resentful Dawson to join Jen at a bash where he saves her from doing some things she'll regret. Pacey proves his worth when Andie's mom has a psychotic break during their study session. Mitch cannot understand Dawson's views on their divorce.

Directors: Joe Napolitano
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His Leading Lady
star
7.30
100 votes

#15 - His Leading Lady

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/3/1999

Dawson's new movie reflects his failed romance with Joey, and the truth about Andy's medication leaves Pacey stunned.

Directors: David Semel
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The Kiss
star
7.29
152 votes

#16 - The Kiss

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/7/1998

After their kiss, Dawson and Joey have doubts about the future of their relationship as Joey plans to go to France. Meanwhile, Pacey plays a trick on a new girl. But finds himself in the same situation.

Directors: David Semel
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The Election
star
7.29
136 votes

#17 - The Election

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/16/1998

In the competition for student council, Andie and Joey face a smear campaign; Jen tries to make Dawson enjoy being a teenager.

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Abby Morgan, Rest In Peace
star
7.28
126 votes

#18 - Abby Morgan, Rest In Peace

Season 2 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/5/1999

Abby drowns, forcing Joey to face the death of his mother and causing Jen to lose faith in everything.

Directors: David Semel
Writer: Mike White
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Reunited
star
7.26
117 votes

#19 - Reunited

Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/12/1999

Dawson and Joey's romantic dinner is ruined by the presence of his parents; Pacey suspects Andie of being unfaithful to him.

Directors: Melanie Mayron
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Ch... Ch... Ch... Changes
star
7.21
115 votes

#20 - Ch... Ch... Ch... Changes

Season 2 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/19/1999

Dawson looks for a subject for the end of his film class, and Andie and Jack's father insists on taking them from Capes

Directors: Lou Antonio
Writer: Dana Baratta
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Tamara's Return
star
7.20
142 votes

#21 - Tamara's Return

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/28/1998

Tamara Jacobs who left town after her affair with Pacey was almost exposed, shares an awkward reunion with Pacey. The encounter triggers old emotions in Pacey and curiosity in Andie. Meanwhile Jack and Joey enjoy art together.

Directors: David Semel
Writer: Mike White
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Psychic Friends
star
7.20
124 votes

#22 - Psychic Friends

Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/10/1999

Dawson tries to get a professor's opinion on his movie, and Joey seeks to date someone who is actually interested in Jack.

Writer: Dana Baratta
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