The Carmichael Show: 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 The Carmichael Show 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
Everybody Cheats
Mar 9, 2016 · 22 min
After Cynthia sees her reverend with a woman who is not his wife, Maxine ends up revealing thatshe had her own brush with infidelity.
Fallen Heroes
Mar 13, 2016 · 22 min
After Jerrod gives his parents tickets to a Bill Cosby concert for their anniversary, the family talk about whether to go because of the scandal surrounding him.
The Funeral
Mar 13, 2016 · 22 min
When Maxine rejects Jerrod's invitation to a Bill Cosby concert, Jerrod offers the tickets to his parents as an anniversary gift, and the family is divided on whether or not you ca
Perfect Storm
Mar 20, 2016 · 22 min
A pregnancy scare hits Maxine and Jerrod, who rush out to purchase a morning-after pill. Complications ensue when a menacing storm approaches and the couple are forced to seek shel
Gentrifying Bobby
Mar 27, 2016 · 22 min
When Bobby can't afford rent, the Carmichaels talk gentrification.
New Neighbors
Apr 3, 2016 · 22 min
Jerrod and Maxine clash over his parents' behavior after a Muslim couple moves in next door. The problem intensifies when his parents see their new neighbors receive a mysterious p
Ex Con
Apr 10, 2016 · 22 min
The prison system is discussed by the family when Jerrod's childhood friend is released from jail after 10 years. Also, Jerrod must face how much his life has changed, and an ideal
The Blues
Apr 24, 2016 · 22 min
Maxine discovers Cynthia crying in the kitchen and fears she may be in need of counseling due to depression.
Facebook Friends
May 1, 2016 · 22 min
Joe joins Facebook and receives a friend request from his high school girlfriend which upsets Cynthia. Meanwhile, the family explores how social media can affect their relationship
Man's World
May 8, 2016 · 22 min
Maxine challenges Jerrod's attitude about gender roles, leading the Carmichael men to prove their masculinity by fixing the roof. Meanwhile, Maxine sets out to show that a woman ca
Maxine's Dad
May 15, 2016 · 22 min
When Maxine's wealthy father comes to town for her graduation, Jerrod and the family find themselves in the middle of a fight over independence, forcing them to debate what a child
Porn Addiction
May 22, 2016 · 22 min
Cynthia is shocked to learn her family watches porn.
President Trump
May 29, 2016 · 22 min
Joe and Maxine clash over politics, and some important news gets overshadowed.