The BEST episodes of Smash (2012) season 2

#1 - Opening Night

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/20/2013

It's "Bombshell's" opening night. As Ivy's nerves get the better of her, support comes from an unlikely source. Meanwhile, Tom and Julia look to their next project. "Bombshell's" success may be in jeopardy as Eileen's issues with Richard come to a head. Jimmy finally opens up to Karen about his past, but is it too little too late?

#2 - The Fallout

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/5/2013

#3 - Musical Chairs

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/19/2013

Karen, Tom, Julia and Derek adapt to a new environment, where clashes arise. Meanwhile, pressure mounts at "Liaisons"; and Katie's assistance leads Eileen to discover how to salvage "Bombshell."

#4 - The Fringe

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/12/2013

Derek and Karen reach a turning point, so one of them makes a tough decision. Meanwhile, problems emerge in Jerry and Eileen's partnership; complications arise at the "Hit List" debut at the Fringe Festival; and Ivy attempts to save her and Terry's show.

#5 - The Surprise Party

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/6/2013

Tom plans a surprise for Ivy in an attempt to find a balance between their work life and their friendship. Relations between Karen, Jimmy, and Derek explode just as "Hit List's" rehearsal process nears its close. While Richard asks Eileen to spend less time at work and more time with him, Julia finds herself also pulled away from "Bombshell" by an unlikely source.

#6 - The Tonys

Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 5/26/2013

On Tony night, the awards might not provide the answers everyone is looking for. As Jimmy faces a final reckoning, Tom, Julia, Derek, Karen, Ivy, and most of all, Eileen wait to see if the ceremony will confirm their place in the Broadway pantheon once and for all.

#7 - The Nominations

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/26/2013

It's a crucial moment for both shows as Tony nominations loom, but keeping your eye on the prize can be hard. As Tom crosses an influential Tony voter and Ivy copes with some very distracting news, Derek's past has repercussions for the entire "Hit List" team.

#8 - The Phenomenon

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 5/4/2013

An unexpected event bonds both "Bombshell" and "Hit List."

#9 - The Song

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/26/2013

Derek calls in help for a special event, but Jimmy's pride might get in the way of a huge opportunity Karen orchestrates for him and Kyle. Peter challenges Julia's pride as they continue to work together. Meanwhile, Ronnie struggles to assert her independence from a powerful mother, as Eileen finds herself at a moral crossroads with huge ramifications for "Bombshell."

#10 - The Dress Rehearsal

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/13/2013

Tom’s overeagerness may hurt “Bombshell” as he and Julia prepare the show for previews. Meanwhile, Ivy has an on-stage blunder, which leads her to make an important decision; and Karen begins to question Derek’s true motives.

#11 - The Bells and Whistles

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/26/2013

Ivy brings Sam back to New York City which makes things uncomfortable for Tom. Jimmy finds himself at odds with Derek regarding "Hit List". Ana and Karen struggle with being assertive.

#12 - The Read-Through

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/5/2013

Tom informs Julia that he has doubts about Peter, which intensifies Julia's concerns. Meanwhile, the first reading for "Hit List" takes place; Ivy's hopes are dashed when she meets her new costar; and Karen is unsure if she can place her trust in Jimmy.

#13 - The Transfer

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 5/11/2013

With his sights set on the Tony, Tom pulls out all the stops at a Houston & Levitt tribute night, but can Julia turn away from "Hit List" long enough to help? Ivy is afraid of damaging her reputation when Tom asks her to perform a risqué number. The cast of "Hit List" is rocked by a betrayal close to home.

#14 - On Broadway

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/5/2013

Back from a successful run in Boston, Eileen, Julia and Tom are blindsided by both personal and professional obstacles as they seek to take "Bombshell" to Broadway. Karen consults her new mentor, Broadway star Veronica "Ronnie" Moore, as she finds herself on the brink of fame, but her success may come at cost to Ivy. A new talent is discovered in an unexpected place. Meanwhile, Derek copes with a damaging accusation.

#15 - The Producers

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/27/2013

An off-the-rails Jimmy threatens "Hit List's" future, as Karen, Derek, Ana and Kyle try to help him before something bad happens. Tom and Julia's partnership is strained to the breaking point just as Ivy, Eileen, and the entire "Bombshell" team are running themselves ragged to outshine the competition.

#16 - The Parents

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/2/2013

After Leigh Conroy joins the cast of "Bombshell," Tom finds himself struggling to diffuse the years of tension between her and Ivy. Jimmy and Karen’s connection is threatened by both Ana’s newfound success and an unexpected visitor. Derek learns more about Jimmy’s past just as the public sees their first piece of "Hit List."

#17 - The Dramaturg

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/19/2013

Partnerships are tested as Eileen asks Tom and Julia to contend with an unwelcome new collaborator, while Jimmy and Kyle prepare to present their work for the first time. Derek attempts to get Ronnie back on his side. Ivy finds it hard to move on, but help from an old friend might take her one step closer to her dream.