The BEST episodes of The Hard Times of RJ Berger season 2

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

The Hard Times of RJ Berger is an American television comedy series created by David Katzenberg and Seth Grahame-Smith for MTV. The show's central character is RJ Berger (Paul Iacono), an unpopular sophomore at the fictional Pinkerton High School in Ohio. Berger's two best friends are Miles Jenner (Jareb Dauplaise), whose ambitions for popularity cause him to clash with Berger, and Lily Miran (Kara Taitz), who has been lusting after Berger for several years. Berger's love interest is Jenny Swanson (Amber Lancaster), a "girl next door" who is involved with Max Owens (Jayson Blair), a popular jock and bully. The show is presented as a coming of age story and has been described by Katzenberg and Grahame-Smith as a blend of the television series The Wonder Years and the film Superbad.

Last Updated: 10/31/2024Network: MTVStatus: Ended
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Sex. Teen. Candles
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7.83
263 votes

#1 - Sex. Teen. Candles

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/23/2011

After years of having his birthday ruined by Max Owens, RJ and his friends decide to throw a "Max Bash." When Max and his gang of jocks show up at the party, things get out of hand.

Directors: Jeff Melman
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Cousin Vinny
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7.69
477 votes

#2 - Cousin Vinny

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/28/2011

In an attempt to win over the girl of his dreams, RJ asks Jenny on a date. When she says "yes," he and Miles prepare with a G-T-L makeover from Cousin Vinny (Jersey Shore's Vinny Guadagnino).

Directors: David Katzenberg
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The Lock-In
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7.65
450 votes

#3 - The Lock-In

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/11/2011

It's "Lock-In Night" at Pinkerton, and RJ finally gets the chance to have sex with Jenny, but a bitter Lily Miran will do everything she can to make sure that doesn't happen.

Directors: Ryan Shiraki
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The Better Man
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7.64
263 votes

#4 - The Better Man

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/30/2011

RJ receives shocking news from Lily and faces off with Max Owens for the title of "Mr. Pinkerton."

Directors: David Katzenberg
Writer: Paul Ruehl
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Steamy Surprise
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7.62
235 votes

#5 - Steamy Surprise

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/30/2011

RJ finds out Max's "steamy secret," and things get complicated with Amy when he gets nominated for "Mr. and Miss Pinkerton" with ex-girlfriend, Jenny.

Directors: David Katzenberg
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Hunkeez
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7.52
350 votes

#6 - Hunkeez

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/16/2011

With his 16th birthday rapidly approaching, RJ asks his dad for driving lessons. He gets way more than he bargained for when Rick takes him to Hunkeez, a male strip club.

Directors: Jeff Melman
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RJ's Choice
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7.51
418 votes

#7 - RJ's Choice

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/24/2011

Season 2 opens on a confused RJ, who is haunted by his friend Lily while yearning for his dream girl Jenny Swanson. Also, Miles deals with the ramifications for ball-beating Pinkerton's top dog, Max Owens.

Directors: David Katzenberg
Writer: Paul Ruehl
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Saving Dick
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7.50
321 votes

#8 - Saving Dick

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/25/2011

When RJ gets caught in a lie, his relationship with Jenny falters. In her absence, Amy joins RJ on a quest to save his drunk, depressed, and unemployed father.

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You, Me, and Weezer
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7.33
321 votes

#9 - You, Me, and Weezer

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/2/2011

In an attempt to impress Amy, RJ ventures to the wrong side of the tracks to find fake IDs and tickets to a 21 and over concert. Special Guest Star: Weezer.

Directors: Ryan Shiraki
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Give Me a P
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7.25
291 votes

#10 - Give Me a P

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/9/2011

On the eve of their 20th anniversary, RJ's parents invite him to dueling dinners, and RJ is forced to choose between his mom and his dad. Meanwhile, Miles joins the cheerleading squad to lose weight.

Directors: Ryan Shiraki
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Ugly Jenny
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7.24
500 votes

#11 - Ugly Jenny

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/11/2011

When Jenny suffers a breakout, RJ questions the depth of their relationship. At the same time, Lily receives her settlement from the bus accident and experiences her first taste of popularity.

Directors: Ryan Shiraki
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Deadliest Crotch
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7.14
440 votes

#12 - Deadliest Crotch

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/18/2011

Distracted by problems with Jenny and his parents, RJ's grades start to slip. When he's forced to see a tutor, she offers him more than just academic advice. Meanwhile, Miles gets seduced by his teacher.

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