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S2·E17 The Secret

Core Aired January 14, 1959

Synopsis

Mary gets an engagement ring and a phone call from Matt, a freshman at UCLA, but doesn't tell anyone in the family about the ring or why Matt is calling.

So what's going on? As Donna says, "Alex, our daughter has a secret."

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 17 of The Donna Reed Show air?

Season 2, Episode 17 ('The Secret') originally aired on January 14, 1959.

How long is Season 2 Episode 17 ('The Secret')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for The Donna Reed Show.

What happens in The Donna Reed Show Season 2 Episode 17?

Mary gets an engagement ring and a phone call from Matt, a freshman at UCLA, but doesn't tell anyone in the family about the ring or why Matt is calling. So what's going on? As Donna says, "Alex, our daughter has a secret."...