Arrested Development: Season 2

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Season Details & Credits

FOX | Netflix | Season Premiere Date: November 7, 2004

Starring: Jessica Walter, Portia de Rossi, Jeffrey Tambor

Summary: The Bluth family is back for a second season after picking up the best comedy Emmy.

Creator: Mitch Hurwitz

Genre(s): Comedy

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Season 2 Episodes

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S2:E18. Righteous Brothers
Air Date: April 17, 2005
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S2:E17. Spring Breakout
Air Date: April 10, 2005
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S2:E16. Meat the Veals
Air Date: April 3, 2005

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Tom Shales

May 26, 2013

Arrested Development is, in fact, "Dynasty" as it might be rewritten for the Three Stooges if there were a dozen of them...Sly, wild, clever and just plain nuts, Arrested Development makes you think as it makes you laugh, and one of the things it makes you think is, "Why the hell am I laughing?" Deep in your subconscious, you know. You've slipped on the appeal of a frozen banana. [6 Nov 2004, p.C01]

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Tim Goodman

May 26, 2013

This is one of maybe six or so elite series on all of television that you should absolutely be watching. Pitch-perfect acting (ensemble stars Jason Bateman and Jessica Walter were robbed of Emmys) and nuanced writing that staggers you with its cleverness and lunacy makes this more than a typical dysfunctional-family sitcom. [3 Nov 2004, p.E1]

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James Poniewozik

Jul 1, 2013

In looks and structure, Arrested Development is like a 30-min. drama, just a hilarious one. In most network sitcoms nowadays, the wisecracking characters are aware that they're being funny. The oblivious Bluths are funny despite themselves. Read full review

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Chuck Barney

May 26, 2013

The good news is that it's still got game. [7 Nov 2004, p.C09]

Maureen Ryan

May 26, 2013

For all their foibles, the Bluth family seems more real than most stale sitcom clans; the looks that they give each other are recognizable to anyone who has ever been embarrassed or just weirded out by the behavior of the people they love. [5 Nov 2004, p.5]

Phil Rosenthal

May 26, 2013

Funny stuff. Now if only it could find an audience. [5 Nov 2004, p.51]

Adam Buckman

May 26, 2013

I used to like Arrested Development, and now I don't...So shoot me. Read full review

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gabrielbb5

Jan 21, 2011

The best season of Arrested Development. Here's where all the foreshadowing, callbacks and in-jokes start to really, really pay off, and oh man, it's just flat out hilarious. Many episodes of this season had my sides hurting because of how funny it is. So many great moment: the Blue ManThe best season of Arrested Development. Here's where all the foreshadowing, callbacks and in-jokes start to really, really pay off, and oh man, it's just flat out hilarious. Many episodes of this season had my sides hurting because of how funny it is. So many great moment: the Blue Man Group arch, "come on!", the funeral dance, Buster joining "army", "Her?", Maeby as a film studio executive, etc. This is the funniest sitcom ever made.… Expand

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ImUnavailable

Jun 27, 2011

A show of such wit, charm and genius the likes of which we probably won't see again. What makes AD the brilliant show that it is is how well-rounded and thought-out events are. A seemingly unimportant side plot can end up being hugely important and while each episode is a complete whole,A show of such wit, charm and genius the likes of which we probably won't see again. What makes AD the brilliant show that it is is how well-rounded and thought-out events are. A seemingly unimportant side plot can end up being hugely important and while each episode is a complete whole, each is expertly linked to those preceding and exceeding it. The in-jokes, fourth wall breaking and blink-and-you'll-miss-em jokes only enhance the shows ability to make you laugh and make you think about the joke. This season in particular encapsulated all these elements most effectively. p.s somebody posted a negative score? C'mon!… Expand

2 of 2 users found this helpful20

WorstReviews

Jun 20, 2013

This season still manages to keep it's brilliance and especially the genius running gags. Maeby becoming a studio exec. was probably one of my most intriguing part of the season. This season is definitley one of the funniest seasons of Arrested Development. Mrs. Featherbottom, and TheThis season still manages to keep it's brilliance and especially the genius running gags. Maeby becoming a studio exec. was probably one of my most intriguing part of the season. This season is definitley one of the funniest seasons of Arrested Development. Mrs. Featherbottom, and The chicken dances were to die for. This season shows the brilliance that the writers had because it's still funny. 10/10 Amazing.… Expand

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khan2705

Jun 14, 2012

Hands Down, Best Comedy TV show of all time (sorry FRIENDS). I remember watching a few episodes of the show back when it was on aired but i didn't realize the sheer greatness of it till a few months back when i finished watching the entire series, which unfortunately consists of just 3Hands Down, Best Comedy TV show of all time (sorry FRIENDS). I remember watching a few episodes of the show back when it was on aired but i didn't realize the sheer greatness of it till a few months back when i finished watching the entire series, which unfortunately consists of just 3 seasons. The show has some great storylines and arcs, wonderfully created characters, subtle and utterly hilarious humor and on top of all one of the most perfectly constructed show i have ever seen. Packed with a stellar cast that equally gives brilliant performances, making it a great ensemble. Bateman, Tambor, Arrnet, Walters, Cross, Cera i mean literally everyone just epic performances.… Expand

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heromoder

May 11, 2015

Solid stuff again from Hurwitz and co. Many classic episodes that go down in history as some of the funniest television ever produced. Props in particular to the young cast this season.

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kyle20ellis

Apr 14, 2020

After it’s critically acclaimed first season, that sadly failed to draw in the viewers it deserved, the writers doubled down on the absurdity to create the shows funniest and most consistent season. With it’s rapid pacing and endless running gags it’s easy to see why Arrested DevelopmentAfter it’s critically acclaimed first season, that sadly failed to draw in the viewers it deserved, the writers doubled down on the absurdity to create the shows funniest and most consistent season. With it’s rapid pacing and endless running gags it’s easy to see why Arrested Development remains a cult favourite.… Expand

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TheQuietGamer

May 14, 2014

A step up from the first season. The jokes are funnier and the characters are just as enjoyable as ever. I also have to give special praise to all of the great cameos throughout. There are a ton of great plot lines this season and I can't wait to see how they are expanded upon is season 3.A step up from the first season. The jokes are funnier and the characters are just as enjoyable as ever. I also have to give special praise to all of the great cameos throughout. There are a ton of great plot lines this season and I can't wait to see how they are expanded upon is season 3. The show still does hit some dull notes that made it hard for me to get involved in the first season, for instance it's jokes don't always succeed at resonating, but for the most part it is an enjoyable show. It just has it's issues and might just be a touch overhyped. Still, it is a sitcom that does manage to consistently keep me invested, and because of that I love it. I give this second season a 7.7/10=Good.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 5.5

60
- Season 5.5 Overview
  Air Date: March 15, 2019
Season 5

67
- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: May 29, 2018
Season 4

72
- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: May 26, 2013
Season 3

tbd
- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: September 19, 2005
Season 2

88
- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: November 7, 2004
- tbd
  S2:E18. Righteous Brothers
  Air Date: April 17, 2005
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  S2:E17. Spring Breakout
  Air Date: April 10, 2005
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  S2:E16. Meat the Veals
  Air Date: April 3, 2005
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  S2:E15. Sword of Destiny
  Air Date: March 27, 2005
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  S2:E14. The Immaculate Election
  Air Date: March 20, 2005
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  S2:E13. Motherboy XXX
  Air Date: March 13, 2005
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  S2:E12. Hand to God (2)
  Air Date: March 6, 2005
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  S2:E11. Out on a Limb (1)
  Air Date: March 6, 2005
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  S2:E10. Ready, Aim, Marry Me
  Air Date: February 13, 2005
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  S2:E9. Burning Love
  Air Date: January 30, 2005
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  S2:E8. Queen for a Day
  Air Date: January 23, 2005
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  S2:E7. Switch Hitter
  Air Date: January 16, 2005
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  S2:E6. Afternoon Delight
  Air Date: December 19, 2004
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  S2:E5. Sad Sack
  Air Date: December 12, 2004
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  S2:E4. Good Grief!
  Air Date: December 5, 2004
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  S2:E3. Amigos
  Air Date: November 21, 2004
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  S2:E2. The One Where They Build a House
  Air Date: November 14, 2004
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  S2:E1. The One Where Michael Leaves (2)
  Air Date: November 7, 2004
Season 1

89
- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: November 2, 2003