Season two takes place between February and October 1962, culminating with the Cuban Missile Crisis. It expands on Peggy's rise in the workplace and the marital strife between Don and Betty Draper as Don's infidelities further intrude on his family life. The second season also introduces an unknown acquaintance of Don Draper. Draper is corresponding by letter with this unseen acquaintance in secret.
Episodes
E1
1. For Those Who Think Young
7.5
July 27, 2008
49 min
It’s Valentine’s Day, and the Sterling Cooper advertising agency is hustling to stay on top of its game and buzzing over the newest office equipment. Don and Duck find themselves at odds over an account. Betty reconnects with an old friend and once again finds herself struggling with car trouble.
Kiernan Shipka, Paul Johansson, Frank Novak, Mark Moses, Gabriel Mann
E2
2. Flight 1
7.5
August 3, 2008
49 min
Paul hosts a party at his apartment and introduces someone special to his Sterling Cooper colleagues. Peggy visits her family for dinner. Despite a conflict of interest, the Sterling Cooper agency aggressively pursues an airline account and Duck attempts to appeal to the client using an unorthodox approach.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Robert Morse, Kristoffer Polaha, Mark Moses, Vaughn Armstrong
E3
3. The Benefactor
7.9
August 10, 2008
47 min
Trouble arises on the set of a commercial; Harry tries to gather support for a controversial sponsorship; Betty and Don try to appease a client with a friendly dinner.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Patrick Fischler, Mark Moses, Gabriel Mann, Cameron Goodman
E4
4. Three Sundays
6.9
August 17, 2008
48 min
Peggy's family hosts a lunch for their church's new priest; Don and Betty enjoy a weekend together; Pete and Ken take a client out to lunch; the staff works to prepare for a last minute pitch meeting.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Robert Morse, Mark Moses, Marguerite Moreau, Talia Balsam
E5
5. The New Girl
8.2
August 24, 2008
49 min
Don has to deal with issues between a TV comedian and his wife; Joan finds Don the perfect secretary.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Patrick Fischler, Audrey Wasilewski, John Getz, Donald Sage Mackay
E6
6. Maidenform
7.6
August 31, 2008
48 min
Don and Duck try to make peace; Peggy tries to get into the executive's after-hours meetings; Duck deals with a family visit.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Mark Moses, Gabriel Mann, Alexandra Paul, Peter Jason
E7
7. The Gold Violin
8.1
September 7, 2008
48 min
Don buys a new car; Pete, Harry and Ken strategize to attract new business; Don's secretary makes a grave error; Cooper has a new piece of art in his office.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Robert Morse, Patrick Fischler, Mark Moses, Adam Godley
E8
8. A Night to Remember
8.3
September 14, 2008
49 min
Peggy contributes on a church project; Duck and Don try to create market appeal for a foreign beer brand; Harry recruits assistance to help with the workload in his department.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Mark Moses, Sam Page, Talia Balsam, Colin Hanks
E9
9. Six Month Leave
8.1
September 28, 2008
49 min
Freddy Rumsen disappoints his team during a pitch. Pete finds an opportunity at the office to exploit while Don proves his loyalty to an old friend. Betty finds a welcome distraction in Sara Beth.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Patrick Fischler, Mark Moses, Gabriel Mann, Talia Balsam
E10
10. The Inheritance
7.9
October 5, 2008
48 min
Betty visits her father; Paul's girlfriend tries to convince him to prioritize his duties; Pete's mother disapproves of his and Trudy's idea.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Robert Morse, Aloma Wright, Darby Stanchfield, Megan Henning
E11
11. The Jet Set
7.2
October 12, 2008
48 min
Don makes some new friends on his trip to Los Angeles; Peggy looks for romance; Duck ponders the future of Sterling Cooper.
Guest Stars:
Robert Morse, Laura Ramsey, Philippe Brenninkmeyer, Mark Moses, Kevin Christy
E12
12. The Mountain King
8.1
October 19, 2008
48 min
Don meets up with an old friend; Pete's personal life presents problems; Joan brings her boyfriend to the office.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Robert Morse, Brian Krause, Sam Page, Josh Braaten
E13
13. Meditations in an Emergency
8.6
October 26, 2008
48 min
The office scrambles without Don; Betty learns some disconcerting news.
Guest Stars:
Kiernan Shipka, Robert Morse, Mark Moses, Crista Flanagan, Charles Shaughnessy
