The Good Place: 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 Good Place 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
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Everything Is Great!
Sep 20, 2017
Having had their memories erased by ambitious master architect Michael, Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani and Jason again settle into the Good Place, unaware of what has previously transpired
Dance Dance Resolution
Sep 28, 2017
Michael continues to work out the kinks in his grand plan. Meanwhile, Eleanor stumbles across a secret.
Team Cockroach
Oct 5, 2017
Michael approaches things from a new angle. Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani and Jason struggle to make a collective decision.
Existential Crisis
Oct 12, 2017
Tahani throws a dinner party to impress. Eleanor and Jason both have to lend a hand when things don't go as planned.
The Trolley Problem
Oct 19, 2017
Chidi and Eleanor tackle a famous ethical dilemma, leading to a conflict with Michael. Meanwhile, Tahani harbors a secret and confides in Janet.
Janet and Michael
Oct 26, 2017
When the Neighborhood experiences a small glitch, Michael has to resolve the issue with Janet before it gets out of control.
Derek
Nov 2, 2017
Janet creates a big problem for Michael. Meanwhile, Eleanor lets Chidi in on a secret, and Jason puts Tahani in a difficult position.
Leap to Faith
Jan 4, 2018
Michael receives a surprise visitor. Meanwhile, Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani and Jason attempt to solve a riddle.
Best Self
Jan 11, 2018
Michael finds himself in a bind. Meanwhile, Eleanor sparks an idea that has Chidi, Tahani, Jason and even Janet laying their feelings on the line.
Rhonda, Diana, Jake, and Trent
Jan 18, 2018
Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani, Janet, and Jason head to a destination that may have lasting implications.
The Burrito
Jan 25, 2018
Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani, and Jason consider just how much they have (or have not) improved. Michael is left to deal with the consequences of his recent actions.
Somewhere Else
Feb 1, 2018
Michael makes a plea. Eleanor looks to take the high road. Michael tries to pull a rabbit out of a hat.