Love & War: Season 2
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 Love & War 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.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Just In Time
Sep 20, 1993
Jack is devastated when he receives a Dear Jack letter from Wally, leaving the Blue Shamrock in Abe's care.
All I Really Need Is The Girl
Sep 27, 1993
With Jack still heartbroken over Wally, the gang holds a get-together hoping to put Jack and Dana together. But it is far too soon for Jack.
I Only Have Eyes For You
Oct 4, 1993
Jack thinks a woman is flirting with him, so he makes a bet with Dana that he can get the woman's phone number before she leaves.
But Not for You
Oct 11, 1993
After Kip is nominated for a daytime television award, he invites the gang to the ceremonies and asks Dana to be his date. Monty Hall makes a guest appearance as himself.
It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing
Oct 18, 1993
An old-fashioned barroom brawl breaks out at the Blue Shamrock: Jack takes a few punches after a couple of macho patrons hit on Dana.
Nice Work If You Can Get It
Oct 25, 1993
Dana's dinner invitation to Jack is not just a kind gesture as she has a secret agenda—she needs help moving furniture.
Stormy Weather
Nov 1, 1993
Dana's best friend comes to town and warms up to Jack. When she feels a "spark" for another guy, she drop Jack cold and asks Dana handle the mess.
They Can't Take That Away From Me
Nov 8, 1993
Much to his displeasure, Jack is temporarily assigned to his newspaper's style beat and covers the closing of a department store.
I Got Plenty Of Nothing
Nov 15, 1993
When Jack sees a doctor about a private problem, his agitation at having a female physician is worsened when he bumps into Dana in the reception area.
I Love A Parade
Nov 22, 1993
While attending the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, the gang ends up doing some unexpected babysitting when a woman leaves her boy with Jack.
Let's Not Call It Love
Dec 6, 1993
Jack and Dana go out as friends, and everywhere they go, they are mistaken for a romantic couple making it harder for them to keep things platonic.
Something's Gotta Give
Dec 13, 1993
Jack and Dana discover that their feelings for each other have reached a new level when they get stuck in an elevator at the Empire State Building.
Slaughter On Tenth Avenue
Jan 3, 1994
Dana takes Jack shopping to convince him that salespeople discriminate against women.
It Ain't Necessarily So
Jan 10, 1994
Meg introduces her new beau to the Blue Shamrock group, who are all astonished by his resemblance to Jack.
I Got a Crush on You
Jan 17, 1994
Everyone thinks a college student has a crush on Jack -- except Jack.
A Fine Romance
Jan 24, 1994
Abe is visited by his ex-wife and before he knows it, he's ready to say "I do" again.
Buddy Can You Spare a Dime
Jan 31, 1994
After lending Dana money for a down payment on a co-op, Jack discovers her spending habits may not be in his best interest.
How High the Moon?
Feb 28, 1994
Ray is angry with Meg when she blabs about his personal life after being sworn to secrecy.
You Make Me Feel So Young
Mar 7, 1994
Jack acts like a protective parent when his visiting mom has a night on the town with Dana's flamboyant father.
Bali Ha'i
Mar 14, 1994
Nadine entertains the prospect of a relationship with a handsome literature professor.
Are The Stars Out Tonight?
May 2, 1994
Ray is left star-crossed after a date with Dana doesn't quite go as he had wished.
Slow Boat To China
May 9, 1994
Murphy's Law is in full effect when Jack and Dana finally go out on their first "real date."