The BEST episodes of Glee season 2

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

In the face of much criticism, an optimistic high school teacher challenges a group of outcasts to realize their potential in the school's glee club.

Last Updated: 8/18/2024Network: FOXStatus: Ended
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Original Song
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7.97
2961 votes

#1 - Original Song

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/15/2011

With Sue Sylvester coaching Aural Intensity, Blaine and the Warblers’ dynamic set list and tough judges Tammy Jean Albertson (guest star Griffin) and Sister Mary Constance (guest star Devine), the kids of New Directions decide the only way to win Regionals is to write and perform their own original songs. Meanwhile, Quinn is hell-bent on getting Finn back and ruling McKinley once again.

Directors: Bradley Buecker
Writer: Ryan Murphy
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Prom Queen
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7.89
2865 votes

#2 - Prom Queen

Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/10/2011

When the entertainment for prom falls through, Principal Figgins asks New Directions to perform at the dance much to prom coordinator Sue’s dismay. Things get heated as the competition for prom king and queen draws closer, and Jessie St. James returns.

Directors: Eric Stoltz
Writer: Ian Brennan
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The Sue Sylvester Shuffle
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7.86
3413 votes

#3 - The Sue Sylvester Shuffle

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/6/2011

A local football championship game takes place and the "Thriller" mash-up is performed during the halftime show. The Cheerios, McKinley High's cheerleading team, compete at Regionals.

Directors: Brad Falchuk
Writer: Ian Brennan
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The Substitute
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7.83
3179 votes

#4 - The Substitute

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/16/2010

After Mr. Schuester gets sick, a substitute teacher takes over the Glee Club and becomes a new love interest and competition for Will.

Directors: Ryan Murphy
Writer: Ian Brennan
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Born This Way
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7.79
2820 votes

#5 - Born This Way

Season 2 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/26/2011

The glee club learns about self-acceptance through the music of Lady Gaga; Lauren and Quinn compete for prom queen; Ms. Pillsbury faces with her issues; Rachel makes a life-changing decision; Santana schemes.

Writer: Brad Falchuk
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Furt
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7.76
3386 votes

#6 - Furt

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/23/2010

It's all about wedding and parents with Kurt getting ready for his father Burt's upcoming marriage to Finn's mom Carole, Sue decides to compete by getting married as well which will lead to the introduction of an awesome guest star: Carol Burnett. Carol will play Sue's Nazi-hunting mother Doris, who comes to visit Sue in Ohio.

Directors: Carol Banker
Writer: Ryan Murphy
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Duets
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7.75
3158 votes

#7 - Duets

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/12/2010

Finn and Rachel plan to throw the competition so Sam can win when club members are assigned duets; Mike, Tina and Artie find themselves in a love triangle.

Directors: Eric Stoltz
Writer: Ian Brennan
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Special Education
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7.74
3161 votes

#8 - Special Education

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/30/2010

New Directions heads to the big Sectionals competition to go head-to-head against the Warblers and the Hipsters. While trouble brews between some of the young couples, Emma and Carl grow closer.

Directors: Paris Barclay
Writer: Brad Falchuk
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New York
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7.69
2631 votes

#9 - New York

Season 2 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/24/2011

New Directions heads to Nationals to compete in the ultimate singing showdown.

Directors: Brad Falchuk
Writer: Brad Falchuk
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Never Been Kissed
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7.67
3135 votes

#10 - Never Been Kissed

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/9/2010

The Girls vs. Boys Tournament returns, Kurt meets an ally from a rival glee club, Puck and Artie join forces and coach Beast is on the verge of quitting her job.

Directors: Bradley Buecker
Writer: Brad Falchuk
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A Very Glee Christmas
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7.65
3161 votes

#11 - A Very Glee Christmas

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/7/2010

It's Christmas time at McKinley High and Finn tries to get everyone in the holiday spirit; Brittany needs no help because she still believes in Santa Claus. In other news, Sue scams the teacher's Secret Santa

Writer: Ian Brennan
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Blame It on the Alcohol
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7.60
3041 votes

#12 - Blame It on the Alcohol

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/22/2011

Principal Figgins teaches the student body about the danger of underage drinking, and the glee club is personally touched by the message. Meanwhile, Mr. Schuester and Coach Beiste indulge in a little fun of their own.

Directors: Eric Stoltz
Writer: Ian Brennan
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Funeral
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7.58
2473 votes

#13 - Funeral

Season 2 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/17/2011

New Directions continues to strategize their set list for Nationals with a little help from Jessie St. James. Meanwhile, an unexpected loss rocks the world of one of McKinley’s own.

Directors: Bradley Buecker
Writer: Ryan Murphy
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Silly Love Songs
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7.56
2851 votes

#14 - Silly Love Songs

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/8/2011

Love is in the air at McKinley High when the glee club sets up a kissing booth for Valentine's Day. Things don't go as planned, however, and hearts end up getting broken.

Directors: Tate Donovan
Writer: Ryan Murphy
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The Rocky Horror Glee Show
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7.56
3196 votes

#15 - The Rocky Horror Glee Show

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/26/2010

After learning of Emma's love of the film, Will has the glee club perform "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" for the school's annual musical.

Directors: Adam Shankman
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Britney/Brittany
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7.56
3508 votes

#16 - Britney/Brittany

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2010

When Brittany and the gang try to convince Mr. Schuester to let them do a Britney Spears number, he is reluctant to go that edgy. Meanwhile, an insecure Will is curious about Emma’s new beau, Dr. Carl Howell, so he convinces her to bring him in to talk to the kids about dental hygiene. While the dreamy doc inspires the girls to take their dental health more seriously, Will is left feeling worse than before.

Directors: Ryan Murphy
Writer: Ryan Murphy
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Grilled Cheesus
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7.55
3243 votes

#17 - Grilled Cheesus

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2010

Finn has an existential crisis when he believes he sees the face of Jesus in his grilled cheese sandwich. Meanwhile, the rest of the kids rally around Kurt after he has a crisis of his own that leads to a larger discussion among the group about their own theology.

Writer: Brad Falchuk
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Sexy
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7.47
2656 votes

#18 - Sexy

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/8/2011

Holly Holiday (Gwyneth Paltrow) returns as the sex education substitute teacher and helps the glee club out with some new numbers. On the other hand, Emma becomes the head of the celibacy club.

Directors: Ryan Murphy
Writer: Brad Falchuk
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Audition
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7.44
3462 votes

#19 - Audition

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2010

After a tough loss at Regionals, the glee club is back as the underdogs of McKinley High. When the school is faced with even more budget cuts, Mr. Schuester pushes the kids to help recruit new members for the club. Rachel and Finn disagree on new recruits, and aren’t sure they will be able to come together in perfect harmony.

Directors: Brad Falchuk
Writer: Ian Brennan
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Comeback
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7.43
2827 votes

#20 - Comeback

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/15/2011

Rachel tries to launch a comeback into the McKinley High social stratosphere with a little help from Brittany. Meanwhile, Sam starts a tribute band.

Directors: Bradley Buecker
Writer: Ryan Murphy
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Rumours
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7.40
2666 votes

#21 - Rumours

Season 2 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/3/2011

Sue Sylvester revives the school newspaper and decides to print a few inflammatory blind items. The glee club gains a whole new respect for Sam when they discover some interesting new information about his family life. Meanwhile, April Rhodes (guest star Chenoweth) returns to Lima and tries to convince Mr. Schuester to hit the road with her.

Directors: Tim Hunter
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A Night of Neglect
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7.40
2787 votes

#22 - A Night of Neglect

Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/19/2011

The glee club agrees to help raise funds for another under-the-radar group; big decisions are made and relationships are tested.

Directors: Carol Banker
Writer: Ian Brennan
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