Counting On: Season 2
There's big news for the Duggar family: Jinger is courting! Throughout the second season, Jinger and former professional soccer player Jeremy Vuolo experience all the exciting firsts of a new, budding courtship. The other older Duggar siblings are ready to leave the lows of the past year behind them and look forward to new and exciting highs. Jill and Derick are returning to Arkansas after a year of balancing mission
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Counting On Season 1.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
There's big news for the Duggar family: Jinger is courting! Throughout the second season, Jinger and former professional soccer player Jeremy Vuolo experience all the exciting firsts of a new, budding courtship. The other older Duggar siblings are ready to leave the lows of the past year behind them and look forward to new and exciting highs. Jill and Derick are returning to Arkansas after a year of balancing mission work and raising their 1 1/2 year-old son in Central America. It is an exciting and busy time for Ben and Jessa with a new baby and possible plans for adoption, while Ben simultaneously organizes a football camp with ex-NFL players to mentor kids. Joy, Jedidiah and Jeremiah are also reaching a milestone with high school graduation rapidly approaching. And could John David, Joseph and Josiah be seeking future-Mrs. Duggars?
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
A Courtship Begins
Aug 23, 2016 · 65 min
In the Season 2 premiere, mission work continues for Jill and Derick in Central America; Jessa and Ben talk about their growing family; and Jinger shares big news about her future.
Duggars in the Wild
Sep 6, 2016 · 65 min
Wilderness training continues for the Duggar siblings following a frightening encounter with a nocturnal visitor. Meanwhile, Jill and Derick celebrate their second anniversary; and
A Big Surprise
Sep 20, 2016 · 65 min
Jeremy takes a secret trip to Arkansas, where he and Ben browse for engagement rings before surprising Jinger. Later, Jessa and Ben introduce rapper Flame to the Duggar clan.
The Big Event
Sep 27, 2016 · 65 min
Ben hosts a football camp for kids with help from some former NFL players. Meanwhile, Jana sets out to redecorate the guesthouse for Jill and Derick when they come home from Centra
Guys' Guide to Courting
Oct 4, 2016 · 65 min
Jinger and Jeremy go on a whirlwind trip to see his family and friends; a look back at past Duggar courtships, with tips from the guys for a successful relationship.
Proposal in the City
Oct 11, 2016 · 65 min
Jinger, Michelle, Jessa, Ben and Spurgeon meet Jeremy's family and friends while visiting his old stomping grounds, culminating with an important question he wants to ask Jinger.
The After Show
Oct 25, 2016 · 65 min
The family comes together to relive some of the most memorable moments from season two, and a surprise guest makes an appearance.
Duggars at the Altar
Nov 1, 2016 · 65 min
A look back at the Duggar daughter marriages, when Jill and Jessa walked down the aisle just months apart.