The Goldbergs: 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 Goldbergs 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
Love Is a Mix Tape
Sep 24, 2014
Beverly intercepts the mix tape Adam made for Dana, thinking he made it for her. Barry shows off his new fake I.D., which is quickly confiscated.
Mama Drama
Oct 1, 2014
Adam does not get the part he wanted in the school musical, leading Beverly to cast him in a rival show. Murray insists on leaving sporting events early to avoid traffic.
The Facts of Bleeping Life
Oct 8, 2014
Prince Charles and Lady Di's impending nuptials inspire Beverly to plan a vow renewal. Barry hopes his band will win him Lainey's attention.
Shall We Play a Game?
Oct 22, 2014
Adam accidentally gets Barry kicked out of a group of cool kids at school; Beverly is upset when she finds out that Erica hangs out with a friend's mother.
Family Takes Care of Beverly
Oct 29, 2014
Pops is evicted after accidentally starting a fire in his apartment during a Halloween party.
Big Baby Ball
Nov 12, 2014
Beverly intervenes after Mr. Meller singles Adam out; Erica beats Barry at a new board game.
A Goldberg Thanksgiving
Nov 19, 2014
As Erica resists helping Bev prepare their traditional Thanksgiving dinner, Murray worries that he's losing Adam to his ne'er-do-well brother, Marvin.
I Rode a Hoverboard
Dec 3, 2014
Adam's exaggeration about how he broke his arm could jeopardize his friendship with Emmy Mirsky.
The Most Handsome Boy on the Planet
Dec 10, 2014
Barry is excited when a modelling representative approaches him, but Erica thinks it's a scam.
DannyDonnieJoeJonJordan
Jan 7, 2015
After the family cleans out the garage, Adam and Barry become unlikely fans of a boy band.
The Darryl Dawkins Dance
Jan 14, 2015
Erica asks Beverly for help finding Barry a date. Adam and Pops get into an argument.
Cowboy Country
Feb 11, 2015
Beverly can't accept Adam has deep feelings for Dana. Murray watches football with Lainey's dad.
Van People
Feb 18, 2015
After Murray takes Erica's car privileges away, she and Barry retaliate by purchasing a used van; Adam is disappointed when he is voted "nicest guy" in the yearbook.
Barry Goldberg's Day Off
Feb 25, 2015
Barry pretends to be sick so he can have an epic day off -- but things don't go as planned. Pops and Adam try to help salvage Barry's day.
Happy Mom, Happy Life
Mar 4, 2015
Beverly compromises Dana and Adam's assignment to parent a doll; Erica tries to get back at Barry.
The Lost Boy
Mar 25, 2015
Adam attends a Phillies game with his dad and ends up lost in the stadium after Murray allows him to leave his seat on his own. Elsewhere, Beverly's guilt trip backfires when Erica
The Adam Bomb
Apr 1, 2015
Adam and Barry get in a prank war, while Erica tries to become a pop star.
I Drank the Mold
Apr 8, 2015
Adam's birthday sleepover goes awry while Barry and Erica compose a song to get Murray to appreciate music.
La Biblioteca Es Libros
Apr 15, 2015
Beverly has a plan to help Adam succeed in Spanish class, while Barry tries to impress Murray with a job.
Just Say No
Apr 15, 2015
Erica tries to educate Beverly about voting. After losing a wrestling match, Barry wants to prove his athletic prowess. Adam makes a TV audition tape for Barry.
As You Wish
Apr 22, 2015
Murray is happy to hear that Adam wants to participate in a school sport -- until he finds out it's fencing; Beverly tries to play matchmaker for Barry's wrestling coach and Erica'
Dance Party USA
Apr 29, 2015
When Adam thinks he can harness some of Pop's luck, he ends up losing his toys on a gamble; Erica's dream to dance on a TV show is derailed when Barry gives her pink eye.
Bill/Murray
May 6, 2015
Erica makes a music video to get into college, while Murray and Bill's friendship grows.
Goldbergs Feel Hard
May 13, 2015
Beverly and Murray react as Erica readies to head out of town for the summer, while Barry becomes the school mascot.