The Middle: Season 2

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ABC | Season Premiere Date: September 22, 2010

Starring: Patricia Heaton, Chris Kattan, Neil Flynn

Summary: This new comedy series uses a mother's point of view to shed light on the lives of a middle-class family in the Midwest.
The show focuses on the Heck family's life in an Indiana suburb and is narrated by Frankie, a dedicated—though frazzled—mother who works at a local car dealership and volunteers for school functions. Father Mike works atThis new comedy series uses a mother's point of view to shed light on the lives of a middle-class family in the Midwest.
The show focuses on the Heck family's life in an Indiana suburb and is narrated by Frankie, a dedicated—though frazzled—mother who works at a local car dealership and volunteers for school functions. Father Mike works at a quarry and takes a more laid back approach to most things, but backs up Frankie with force when the need arises. Oldest child Axl, a snarky, surly, high schooler, spends much of his time napping and roams around the home shirtless. Geeky, gangly, braces-wearing Sue is trying to navigate her way through junior high, join the cool crowd, and avoid Axl's endless onslaught of taunts, none of which she does with much success. Youngest child Brick is in elementary school and is the academic in the family, but suffers from near-crippling social anxieties and possesses an odd habit of repeating words he just said back to himself in a loud whisper.
Starring Patricia Heaton and Neil Flynn, the Warner Bros. Television pilot was written by Eileen Heisler and DeAnn Heline, who also serve as executive producers.… Expand

Creator: DeAnn Heline and Eileen Heisler

Genre(s): Comedy

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Season 2 Episodes

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S2:E24. Back to Summer
Air Date: May 25, 2011
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S2:E23. The Bridge
Air Date: May 18, 2011
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S2:E22. The Prom
Air Date: May 11, 2011

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Robert Bianco

Oct 21, 2010

With each passing week, this series seems to more assuredly offer a first-class version of what so many viewers say they want: a humorous, heartfelt, realistic look at middle-class, middle-America family life. Read full review

Ken Tucker

Jan 25, 2011

All the performances are skillful, with Heaton and Flynn especially adept at conveying an affection--for each other, for their kids (who also include Atticus Shaffer and Charlie McDermott)--undimmed by their weariness. Read full review

Tom Gliatto

Dec 21, 2010

The show has a very sure grip on how these minor events, accompanied by small satisfactions, play out in a household of two middle-aged parents, two teenage kids and one inscrutable 9-year-old. [13 Dec 2010, p.46]

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Rfa

Jul 28, 2012

Deserves to win the Emmy for best comedy series and Patricia Heaton for best actress in comedy series. The series evolves much from one season to another, the cast is fantastic.

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daniliehilerio

Jan 13, 2011

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KimmyTee

Mar 11, 2011

This show is great. It is always funny. The cast has great chemistry. They are just a working family with three very different kids. They are such a likable family that a lot of people can relate to. Hope this show sticks around!

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survivorfan989

Aug 23, 2013

Just like the first season, this is another solid series of the show with every episode a highlight providing non-stop laughs. Its the characters and the actors portraying them that make the show rather than the actual content itself, but overall a highly enjoyable show that I love to kickJust like the first season, this is another solid series of the show with every episode a highlight providing non-stop laughs. Its the characters and the actors portraying them that make the show rather than the actual content itself, but overall a highly enjoyable show that I love to kick back and watch … Expand

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modernfam275

Nov 7, 2010

The Middle used to be REALLY funny and well-written last year. However, there has been a significant change with the show. It's become extremely cliched and predictable and boring more than anything. What used to resemble Malcolm In The Middle with fast pacing and witty jokes has become anThe Middle used to be REALLY funny and well-written last year. However, there has been a significant change with the show. It's become extremely cliched and predictable and boring more than anything. What used to resemble Malcolm In The Middle with fast pacing and witty jokes has become an extremely bland sitcom. In fact, the worst episodes of Malcolm put this whole season of The Middle to shame.

If you want a sitcom that is boring and slow-paced and will only appeal to moms because of its so-called relatability, this show is for you. But if you want a sitcom about a dysfunctional family's wacky adventures that never fails to be funny but relatable at the same time, check out the first season of The Middle on DVD or simply catch the reruns of Malcolm. (Although Modern Family is WAY BETTER than The Middle, it's not usually a wacky show.)… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 9

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- Season 9 Overview
  Air Date: October 3, 2017
Season 8

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- Season 8 Overview
  Air Date: October 11, 2016
Season 7

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- Season 7 Overview
  Air Date: September 23, 2015
Season 6

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- Season 6 Overview
  Air Date: September 24, 2014
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: September 25, 2013
Season 4

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- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: September 26, 2012
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: September 21, 2011
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: September 22, 2010
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  S2:E24. Back to Summer
  Air Date: May 25, 2011
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  S2:E23. The Bridge
  Air Date: May 18, 2011
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  S2:E22. The Prom
  Air Date: May 11, 2011
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  S2:E21. Mother's Day II
  Air Date: May 4, 2011
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  S2:E20. Royal Wedding
  Air Date: April 20, 2011
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  S2:E19. The Legacy
  Air Date: April 13, 2011
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  S2:E18. Spring Cleaning
  Air Date: March 23, 2011
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  S2:E17. The Math Class
  Air Date: March 2, 2011
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  S2:E16. Hecks on a Plane
  Air Date: February 23, 2011
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  S2:E15. Friends, Lies and Videotape
  Air Date: February 16, 2011
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  S2:E14. Valentine's Day II
  Air Date: February 9, 2011
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  S2:E13. Super Sunday
  Air Date: January 19, 2011
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  S2:E12. The Big Chill
  Air Date: January 12, 2011
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  S2:E11. Taking Back The House
  Air Date: January 5, 2011
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  S2:E10. A Simple Christmas
  Air Date: December 8, 2010
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  S2:E9. Thanksgiving II
  Air Date: November 24, 2010
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  S2:E8. Errand Boy
  Air Date: November 17, 2010
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  S2:E7. A Birthday Story
  Air Date: November 3, 2010
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  S2:E6. Halloween
  Air Date: October 27, 2010
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  S2:E5. Foreign Exchange
  Air Date: October 20, 2010
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  S2:E4. The Quarry
  Air Date: October 13, 2010
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  S2:E3. The Diaper Incident
  Air Date: October 6, 2010
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  S2:E2. Homecoming
  Air Date: September 29, 2010
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  S2:E1. Back to School
  Air Date: September 22, 2010
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: September 30, 2009