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Greenleaf: Season 2

17 episodes Premiered Mar 15, 2017 Updated Oct 19, 2026

Season two of Greenleaf continues to explore the unscrupulous world of the Greenleaf family and their sprawling Memphis megachurch, where scandalous secrets, lies, greed, adultery, and sibling rivalry abound beneath the surface. As the season begins, the family tree splits at the root following the frustration of Uncle Mac escaping justice. Grace's righteous pursuit of justice pushes her to the breaking point, creati

Previously on Greenleaf

Season 2 Lore Primer

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

  • ⚡ The series centers on the Greenleaf family and their sprawling Memphis megachurch.
  • ⚡ Beneath the surface of the church lies a den of iniquity, including scandalous secrets, lies, greed, adultery, and sibling rivalry.
  • ⚡ Uncle Mac previously escaped justice, causing frustration for Grace.
  • ⚡ Grace's righteous pursuit previously pushed her to the breaking point with repercussions for the family.
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Season overview

Season two of Greenleaf continues to explore the unscrupulous world of the Greenleaf family and their sprawling Memphis megachurch, where scandalous secrets, lies, greed, adultery, and sibling rivalry abound beneath the surface. As the season begins, the family tree splits at the root following the frustration of Uncle Mac escaping justice. Grace's righteous pursuit of justice pushes her to the breaking point, creating repercussions that reverberate throughout the entire family. Within this environment of faith and fury, the family and the faithful navigate the dark secrets, lies, and conflicting dynamics that define their lives.

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Season 2 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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S2·E1 Mytharc

A House Divided

Mar 15, 2017 · 42 min

The Greenleaf family struggles in the aftermath of Mac's release. Lady Mae makes a last-ditch attempt to save the Bishop. Basie's announcement opens a rift between the Bishop and J

S2·E2 Core

Strange Bedfellows

Mar 22, 2017 · 42 min

Grace and Charity oppose Lady Mae's reaction to demands from the Deacon Board. The Bishop visits his father-in-law and runs into Mac. Kerissa and Jacob prepare to move out. Grace g

S2·E3 Core

A Mother's Love

Mar 29, 2017 · 43 min

After one of Mac's victims attempts suicide, Grace makes a rash decision that may have lasting consequences. Kevin's mother visits, exposing old wounds. Lady Mae tries to reason wi

S2·E4 Core

Revival

Apr 5, 2017 · 42 min

Bishop and Lady Mae preside over Calvary's Fall Revival, and decide to take action against Basie. Lady Mae and Grace connect with old friends. Grace confronts Mac's new girlfriend.

S2·E5 Core

Point of No Return

Apr 12, 2017 · 42 min

When Basie hears about the injunction filed to stop construction of Triumph Two, he stages a sit-in at Calvary in an attempt to force Bishop's hand. Grace's plan to put Mac away hi

S2·E6 Core

The Royal Family

Apr 19, 2017 · 43 min

Kevin and Charity begin divorce proceedings, but the circumstances are exacerbated when Lady Mae learns the truth about Kevin. Grace and Darius's relationship reaches a stalemate.

S2·E7 Core

Born to Trouble

Apr 26, 2017 · 42 min

The anniversary of Faith's death is at hand and Grace shows no sign of giving up her pursuit of Mac. Basie and Jacob, meanwhile, receive bad news regarding Triumph Two's finances.

S2·E8 Core

And the Sparks Fly Upward

May 3, 2017 · 42 min

In the Season 2 midseason finale, Jacob makes Triumph pastor Basie Skanks an offer to clear his debt and gain full control of Triumph II and Mac receives bad news from Skip Leonard

S2·E9 Mytharc

The Bear

Aug 15, 2017 · 43 min

In the Season 2 midseason premiere, Grace and Mac's showdown sends shockwaves through the family. Jacob offers the Bishop an olive branch. Kevin makes a decision that leaves Charit

S2·E10 Core

Call Not Complete

Aug 16, 2017 · 42 min

Jacob and Kerissa establish their new ministry. Charity desperately tries to reach Kevin. Darius gets an offer that may take him out of Memphis, leaving Grace to wonder where she f

S2·E11 Core

Changing Season

Aug 23, 2017 · 41 min

When Sophia and Zora are excluded from the upcoming debutante cotillion, Lady Mae sets out to make things right. Grace is inspired by Basie's sermon. Charity reaches out to Carlton

S2·E12 Core

House Rules

Aug 30, 2017 · 42 min

Basie's sermon regarding inclusivity in the church goes viral, lighting a fire under Grace and provoking the Bishop's suspicions. In other events, Kerissa pushes Jacob to get a day

S2·E13 Core

Silence and Loneliness

Sep 6, 2017 · 42 min

A series of recurring nightmares leaves Grace unnerved; Charity looks to take her relationship with Jabari to the next level; and Bishop gives Basie an ultimatum.

S2·E14 Core

The Father's Will

Sep 13, 2017 · 41 min

Lionel returns and drops a bombshell on Bishop and Lady Mae; Charity receives great news from Jabari; Jacob encounters resistance on his first day as head of Triumph.

S2·E15 Core

Two by Two

Sep 20, 2017 · 43 min

Charity's plan hits a roadblock; Skip Leonard offers Jacob an enticing deal; Lady Mae suddenly finds herself at odds with the Bishop.

S2·E16 Mytharc

The Pearl

Sep 27, 2017 · 42 min

The tensions in Zora and Isaiah's relationship come to a head at the Cotillion; Lady Mae makes an overture of peace to Mavis and the result is a revelation that sends Mae into a ta

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