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Dead to Me: Season 2

10 episodes Premiered May 8, 2020 Updated Oct 24, 2026

In the second season of Dead to Me, the narrative continues to follow the complex and evolving relationship between Jen and Judy. Following the events of the first season, the two women find themselves in a state of distress as their lives spiral further out of control. Bound together by their shared experiences and the weight of their respective secrets, Jen and Judy attempt to navigate the consequences of their act

Previously on Dead to Me

Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Jen is a hotheaded widow who spent the previous season searching for the driver responsible for her husband's fatal hit-and-run accident.
  • ⚡ Judy is an eccentric optimist who met Jen at a support group for grieving individuals.
  • ⚡ The two women formed an unlikely friendship despite having polar-opposite personalities.
  • ⚡ Judy harbors a shocking secret that complicates her relationship with Jen.
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Season overview

In the second season of Dead to Me, the narrative continues to follow the complex and evolving relationship between Jen and Judy. Following the events of the first season, the two women find themselves in a state of distress as their lives spiral further out of control. Bound together by their shared experiences and the weight of their respective secrets, Jen and Judy attempt to navigate the consequences of their actions while clinging to one another for support. The season explores the deepening bond between the tightly wound widow and the eccentric optimist, whose friendship remains the central focus of the series. As they grapple with the aftermath of their previous circumstances, the characters must confront the reality that their lives are not okay. The season maintains the established tone of a black comedy and crime thriller, focusing on the internal and external pressures faced by the protagonists as they attempt to manage the secrets that threaten to unravel their fragile connection. The story remains centered on their dynamic, highlighting the tension and reliance inherent in their partnership as they face ongoing challenges in their personal lives.

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Season 2 Episodes

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Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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S2·E1 Mytharc

You Know What You Did

May 8, 2020 · 32 min

As Jen and Judy grapple with the distressing events of the night before, Jen soon realizes that eyes — and ears — are everywhere in her neighborhood.

S2·E2 Core

Where Have You Been

May 8, 2020 · 32 min

Rattled when an old acquaintance of Judy's turns up asking questions about Steve, Jen prepares for the worst. Detective Perez's suspicions grow.

S2·E3 Core

You Can't Live Like This

May 8, 2020 · 30 min

Jen and Judy disagree over how to handle the situation with Steve, but when the threat of being ratted out hits close to home, a risky plan takes shape.

S2·E4 Core

Between You and Me

May 8, 2020 · 31 min

Jen and Judy try to dig their way out of trouble during a trip out of town, but their cathartic weekend away comes to an abrupt end over tragic news.

S2·E5 Core

The Price You Pay

May 8, 2020 · 35 min

A sore back, money worries and a busybody neighbor push Jen to seek relief from the last person she expects. Judy connects with a kindred spirit.

S2·E6 Core

You Don't Have To

May 8, 2020 · 33 min

Jen scrambles to contain the fallout from Charlie's vehicular hijinks, Judy faces questions about Steve, and Henry experiences a case of stage fright.

S2·E7 Core

If Only You Knew

May 8, 2020 · 35 min

Judy receives a rude awakening after a romantic night, while Jen looks to make a positive contribution to the community — and a client.

S2·E8 Core

It Had to Be You

May 8, 2020 · 34 min

Jen feels conflicted over a real estate deal. The damage from Charlie's joyride piles up. Judy reaches out to Michelle and runs into Detective Perez.

S2·E9 Mytharc

It's Not You, It's Me

May 8, 2020 · 33 min

Filled with guilt and regret, Jen finds a civic-minded way to unleash some pent-up feelings. Judy revisits her past. The police uncover a new lead.

S2·E10 Mytharc

Where Do We Go from Here

May 8, 2020 · 35 min

Determined to protect her family, Jen tries to come clean about Steve's whereabouts, but the situation veers in an unexpected direction thanks to Judy.

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