The BEST episodes of Home Economics season 2

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

The series takes a look at the heartwarming yet super uncomfortable and sometimes frustrating relationship among three adult siblings: one in the 1%, one middle-class and one barely holding on.

Last Updated: 12/19/2024Network: ABC (US)Status: Ended
Ticket to Space, $1 Million
star
8.01
68 votes

#1 - Ticket to Space, $1 Million

Season 2 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/18/2022

Tom attempts to keep Connor grounded after he announces his plans to go to space but then falls into a rough patch himself upon learning some bad news. Meanwhile, Marina gets stuck while trying to transform their attic into a writing space for Tom.

Directors: Dean Holland
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Animatronic Gorilla, $2,200
star
7.97
71 votes

#2 - Animatronic Gorilla, $2,200

Season 2 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/13/2022

As Tom struggles to finish his book before his 40th birthday, his dad Marshall hijacks his writing seminar. Denise convinces Marina that she needs to do something special for Tom’s 40th and talks her into doing boudoir photos. Elsewhere, Sarah and Denise go overboard to impress a potential sperm donor.

Directors: Michael McDonald
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Poker Game, $800 Buy-In
star
7.91
45 votes

#3 - Poker Game, $800 Buy-In

Season 2 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/6/2022

Tom and Sarah crash a poker night that Connor is hosting for some rich and famous friends. Meanwhile, when Camila mentions she thinks there is a ghost in the house, Marina and Denise clash over their very different beliefs.

Directors: Dean Holland
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Salsa Competition Entry Fee, $45
star
7.90
79 votes

#4 - Salsa Competition Entry Fee, $45

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/23/2022

Marina convinces Connor to dance with Lupe in a salsa competition to get to know her better. Meanwhile, Sarah and Denise take care of Tom as he recovers from a medical procedure.

Directors: Matt Sohn
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Box of King-Size Candy Bars, $48.99
star
7.82
87 votes

#5 - Box of King-Size Candy Bars, $48.99

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/27/2021

Trick or treat is not the only question on the Hayworths’ minds as they debate the best neighborhood for a spooktacular Halloween. Meanwhile, Connor navigates sharing the holiday with his ex-wife Emily.

Directors: Dean Holland
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Workout Leggings, $29
star
7.78
74 votes

#6 - Workout Leggings, $29

Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/23/2022

Sarah reluctantly asks Tom to help her write the Windmount Academy musical; Denise starts a workout routine with Marina and Connor that gets awkward.

Directors: Giovani Lampassi
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FaceFlop App, $1.99
star
7.78
78 votes

#7 - FaceFlop App, $1.99

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/2/2022

Tom and Connor vie to prove who would make a better sperm donor to Denise. Meanwhile, Sarah tries to prove to Alison that she has what it takes to direct the spring musical by throwing a successful fundraiser at Connor’s house.

Directors: Gail Mancuso
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Two Thousand Pounds of Sand, $240
star
7.75
79 votes

#8 - Two Thousand Pounds of Sand, $240

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/17/2021

Tom, Sarah and Connor are determined to prove that they can host a successful Thanksgiving dinner when they switch up their annual holiday tradition to gather at Connor’s place. Denise has some sibling drama of her own when her sister joins the Hayworth family celebration.

Directors: Kabir Akhtar
Writer: Ashly Perez
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Keg of Light Beer, $180
star
7.74
76 votes

#9 - Keg of Light Beer, $180

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/16/2022

While Tom and Marina attempt to relive their youth at a college party, Connor and Denise deal with JoJo potentially leaving when she gets an offer to go on a reality show. Meanwhile, Sarah considers casting her niece in the school musical.

Directors: Betsy Thomas
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Pregnancy Test, $12.98
star
7.73
78 votes

#10 - Pregnancy Test, $12.98

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/2/2022

Connor and JoJo’s Valentine’s Day takes an awkward turn when his ex-wife and daughter crash their romantic evening. While Tom, Marina, and Sarah and Denise try to enjoy an over-the-top dining experience, a pregnancy scare derails their evening.

Directors: Michael McDonald
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Secret Santa Gift, $25 Limit
star
7.73
85 votes

#11 - Secret Santa Gift, $25 Limit

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/1/2021

As Christmas approaches, Tom finally receives his first advance check from the Sofia Salazar book, leaving him and Marina to decide what to do with the money. Meanwhile, Sarah receives an extravagant gift from the parents at her new school and has a hard time parting with it.

Directors: Ryan Case
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Giant Jenga, $120
star
7.73
92 votes

#12 - Giant Jenga, $120

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/20/2021

Tom spirals when Connor dates a woman who broke his heart at summer camp. Then, family game night becomes an all-or-nothing competition between Marina and Denise.

Directors: Ryan Case
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Camping Tent, $39.99
star
7.72
74 votes

#13 - Camping Tent, $39.99

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/12/2022

While Connor looks to Tom for advice on how to come clean with Denise about a sensitive matter, Marina is surprised to learn that Sarah didn’t like her when they first met.

Directors: Ryan Case
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Mango THC Gummies, $18
star
7.71
69 votes

#14 - Mango THC Gummies, $18

Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/20/2022

The entire Hayworth family goes to attend the Windmount Academy musical to support Gretchen and Sarah. Meanwhile, in an effort to help calm Tom’s nerves as he awaits news about his book, Marina proposes they take the edge off and relax by taking edibles.

Directors: Dean Holland
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Round Trip Ticket SAN-OAK, $234
star
7.70
81 votes

#15 - Round Trip Ticket SAN-OAK, $234

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/19/2022

Tom feels threatened when Marina’s father comes to visit, but it’s Marina who has a hard time making peace with her dad. Meanwhile, Connor helps Sarah and Denise declutter their small apartment.

Directors: Betsy Thomas
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Bottle Service, $800 Plus Tip (25% Suggested)
star
7.68
92 votes

#16 - Bottle Service, $800 Plus Tip (25% Suggested)

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/6/2021

The family is in for a wild night out when they accompany Connor to a club to help him jumpstart his dating life. When Tom steps up as Connor’s wingman, things don’t exactly go as planned.

Directors: Matt Sohn
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Men’s Water-Resistant Watch, $289
star
7.63
81 votes

#17 - Men’s Water-Resistant Watch, $289

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/5/2022

Tom and Marina must make a difficult choice after they uncover a bombshell revelation about Sofía Salazar. Meanwhile, Connor and JoJo’s secret relationship is complicated by Denise and Sarah’s matchmaking efforts.

Directors: Kimmy Gatewood
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Speeding Ticket, $180
star
7.60
82 votes

#18 - Speeding Ticket, $180

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/3/2021

Sofia brings out Tom’s adventurous side which ignites Marina’s jealous side. Meanwhile, Sarah and Denise learn that Shamiah has been confiding in Connor instead of them, leaving them no choice but to take action.

Directors: Kabir Akhtar
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Windmount Academy, $42,000/year
star
7.59
92 votes

#19 - Windmount Academy, $42,000/year

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/13/2021

Marina worries Camila’s lost touch with her Mexican heritage, so she enlists Tom and the rest of the family to help reconnect with her roots. Prompted by Denise, Sarah interviews for a job at Gretchen’s school but receives some unwanted assistance from Connor.

Directors: Jude Weng
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Book Deal, Terms Negotiable
star
7.53
75 votes

#20 - Book Deal, Terms Negotiable

Season 2 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/11/2022

Tom’s potential new publisher invites himself to the Hayworth family brunch which sends him into a nervous frenzy. Meanwhile, Sarah and Marina give conflicting advice to Connor about his relationship with Windmount’s vice principal, Lauren.

Directors: Helena Lamb
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Chorizo with Mojo Verde and Chicharrón, $45
star
7.43
95 votes

#21 - Chorizo with Mojo Verde and Chicharrón, $45

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/29/2021

Things get a little hot in the kitchen when Tom considers ghostwriting a memoir for a celebrity chef. Connor starts dating a woke friend of Sarah and Denise’s who makes a surprising impact on him.

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49ers Foam Finger, $7
star
7.26
100 votes

#22 - 49ers Foam Finger, $7

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/22/2021

Connor invites the Hayworth clan to a San Francisco 49ers game as he tries to close his latest business deal. Desperately trying to prove that he knows the game, Tom gets a once-in-a-lifetime chance to showcase his football skills in front of the entire crowd of 49ers Faithful at Levi’s Stadium. Meanwhile, Denise tries to get Sarah to come to terms with Shamiah’s new interest in cheerleading.

Directors: Dean Holland
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