The Fosters season 2

The Fosters
Season 2
The Fosters season 2 poster
Starring	Teri Polo Sherri Saum Jake T. Austin Hayden Byerly David Lambert Maia Mitchell Danny Nucci Cierra Ramirez
No. of episodes	21
Release
Original network	ABC Family
Original release	June 16, 2014 (2014-06-16) – March 23, 2015 (2015-03-23)
Season chronology
← Previous Season 1 Next → Season 3
List of episodes

The second season of The Fosters premiered on June 16, 2014 and ended on March 23, 2015. The season consisted of 21 episodes and stars Teri Polo and Sherri Saum as Stef Foster and Lena Adams, an interracial lesbian couple, who foster a girl (Maia Mitchell) and her younger brother (Hayden Byerly) while also trying to juggle raising Latino twin teenagers (Cierra Ramirez and Jake T. Austin) and Stef's biological son (David Lambert).

Premise

In this season, some will face the consequences of their past mistakes while others will fight fiercely to ensure a more promising future for their growing family. Brandon recovers from the assault but his hand is not 100%. Lena's desire for a baby ends with tragedy. Stef and Lena find themselves on the defence when Callie's biological father Robert Quinn expresses a sincere interest in having Callie be part of his family. Robert's efforts and desires leaves Callie in a tailspin, resulting in questionable decisions about her future, while Jude tries to manage his friendship with Connor amid their parents' conflict. Jesus annoys his sister by dating her friends. Brandon joins a band and the band's guitarist makes a play for Mariana. Pressure mounts as Stef and Lena start bickering more and more about decisions that are made unilaterally. Jesus deals with recruiters to mid-west schools.

Cast

Main article: List of The Fosters characters

Main cast Teri Polo as Stef Adams Foster Sherri Saum as Lena Adams Foster Maia Mitchell as Callie Jacob Jake T. Austin as Jesus Adams Foster Cierra Ramirez as Mariana Adams Foster David Lambert as Brandon Adams Foster Hayden Byerly as Jude Adams Foster Danny Nucci as Mike Foster

Recurring cast Jordan Rodrigues as Mat Tan Ashley Argota as Lou Chan Caitlin Carver as Hayley Heinz Kerr Smith as Robert Quinn Bailee Madison as Sophia Quinn Valerie Dillman as Jill Quinn Alexandra Barreto as Ana Gutierrez Gavin MacIntosh as Connor Stevens Amanda Leighton as Emma Daffany Clark as Daphne Keene Annika Marks as Monte Porter Alex Saxon as Wyatt Samantha Logan as Tia Stephens Madison Pettis as Daria Izabela Vidovic as Taylor Hannah Kasulka as Kaitlyn Brandon W. Jones as Liam Olmstead Alberto De Diego as Rafael Tom Phelan as Cole Cherinda Kincherlow as Kiara Rosie O'Donnell as Rita Hendricks

Guest cast Annie Potts as Sharon Elkin Lorraine Toussaint as Dana Adams Marlene Forte as Elena Gutierrez Tony Plana as Victor Gutierrez Jamie McShane as Donald Jacob Annamarie Kenoyer as Becka Alicia Sixtos as Carmen Marla Sokoloff as Dani Kirkland

Episodes

See also: List of The Fosters episodes

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	US viewers (millions)
22	1	"Things Unknown"	Norman Buckley	Bradley Bredeweg & Peter Paige	June 16, 2014 (2014-06-16)	1.47 [1]
Callie's future hangs in the balance following Donald's surprising news, he is not her biological father. Brandon has difficulty recovering after the night of his attack, and also coming to terms after what happen with Dani. Meanwhile, Jesus and Emma's new relationship impacts Emma's standing with her teammates, which causes tension between them. Mariana decides to make a small, but noticeable change that rubs Stef in the wrong way. Jude gets the paperwork that he longs for.
23	2	"Take Me Out"	Elodie Keene	Megan Lynn & Wade Solomon	June 23, 2014 (2014-06-23)	1.45 [2]
Brandon contemplates the big decision of whether to get a surgery that could either restore or destroy his dream of playing piano. Meanwhile, Stef confronts Mike about his whereabouts the night Ana disappeared. A mysterious stranger keeps tabs on Callie, while she is faced with a choice that could further complicate her life. An encounter with Connor's dad, Adam Stevens, creates a rift in Jude and Connor's friendship. And Jesus begins to feel threatened by Emma's independent spirit. Callie receives a letter from an close relative.
24	3	"Play"	Martha Mitchell	Thomas Higgins	June 30, 2014 (2014-06-30)	1.37 [3]
Stef and Lena go to a hotel for a "Babymoon" for the weekend, leaving Brandon and Callie in charge. Brandon invites the band over for band practice in his backyard and invited a few friends as an audience. When Jesus and Mariana hear this they decide to invite a few friends over as well. Word spread around the school and quiet night in turns into an all-out rager. Callie tries to keep the mob from trashing the place with little success.
25	4	"Say Something"	Zetna Fuentes	Kathleen McGhee-Anderson	July 7, 2014 (2014-07-07)	1.42 [4]
Callie makes an important decision to address the hold-up in her adoption face on, but Jude may be more affected by her choice. Things heat up between Callie and Wyatt, but Callie realizes she may not be emotionally ready to take the next step. Stef takes Callie to met Robert's family. Lena vies for the Principal's job at Anchor Beach, which causes some friction in her already rocky relationship with Timothy. When the dance team holds auditions for a new member, Mariana wonders why she has been chosen and gets an answer that she doesn't like. Jude stops talking
26	5	"Truth Be Told"	Ron Lagomarsino	Kelly Fullerton	July 14, 2014 (2014-07-14)	1.61 [5]
Brandon's band go on a hike as they seek inspiration from pot brownies. Brandon has a bad experience from the brownie and gets Lena to pick him up. Callie worries about Jude and how her actions have affected him; Stef debates about whether to proceed with her investigation regarding Ana; and Emma reconsiders her breakup with Jesus. Callie see her old nemesis at her work
27	6	"Mother"	Lee Rose	Joanna Johnson	July 21, 2014 (2014-07-21)	1.51 [6]
A medical issue concerning Lena's pregnancy arises. Meanwhile, Wyatt turns to Brandon for advice; Mike tells Stef why he was at the halfway house on the night Ana vanished. Jesus attempts to sell his mother's bed. and Mariana remains angry at Jesus for putting her in an awkward position. Carrie apologies to Jude and confines with Wyatt. Lena loses her baby and Jude delivers eulogy in remembrance.
28	7	"The Longest Day"	Nzingha Stewart	Marissa Jo Cerar	July 28, 2014 (2014-07-28)	1.44 [7]
Brandon reveals his secret about sleeping with Dani to Stef and Mike. Elsewhere, Callie brings Jude along as she visits the Quinn's yacht; Jesus struggles with relationship issues; and Mariana's lack of confidence jeopardises her dance-team performance. Dani gets taken away in handcuffs.
29	8	"Girls Reunited"	Daisy Mayer	Story by : Joanna Johnson Teleplay by : Bradley Bredeweg & Peter Paige	August 4, 2014 (2014-08-04)	1.38 [8]
Brandon deals with the fallout from his confession to Stef and Mike. Callie returns to Girls United for the weekend and finds there are simmering tensions within the house. Mariana co-hosts a dinner party with Jesus. Lena and Jude are away at a school camp. Stef receives a letter from Ana. Callie and Rita rescue Bekka from a burning basement.
30	9	"Leaky Faucets"	Lee Rose	Story by : Cristian Martinez Teleplay by : Bradley Bredeweg & Peter Paige	August 11, 2014 (2014-08-11)	1.35 [9]
All the kids manage to go to the same Mexican Street festival. Stef decides she going to fix a leaky faucet in the bathroom. Callie has a relapse of her panic attacks and Ana tries to correct her past mistakes with help from Mike. Wyatt and Brandon get in a fight with Liam. Mariana tells Stef she wants to see Ana.
31	10	"Someone's Little Sister"	Norman Buckley	Joanna Johnson	August 18, 2014 (2014-08-18)	1.48 [10]
After the fire at Girls United, the girls face a challenge so Callie asks Robert for help, he agrees to hold a fundraiser. Callie gets Brandon's band a gig. Brandon and Lou have some tension. Connor is pressured by his father to end his friendship with Jude. Jesus learns something new about Hayley. Due to the pressure of Mr. Stevens, Lena quits her job. Sophia destroys Callie's adoption papers.
32	11	"Christmas Past"	Norman Buckley	Joanna Johnson	December 8, 2014 (2014-12-08)	1.93 [11]
Brandon reminisces about the family's last Christmas. Stef discovers that her mom inherited money from her father's estate. Stef feels her mom is being overgenerous with presents. Jude tries to over compensate because he was adopted over Callie. Jesus joins a house-decoration contest. Lena's parents spend Christmas with Lena's half brother, Nathan.
33	12	"Over Under"	Peter Paige	Bradley Bredeweg & Peter Paige	January 19, 2015 (2015-01-19)	1.45 [12]
Robert has a medical scare. Stef and Lena take different sides on several issues; Brandon is invited to attend a music program. Lena asks for her job back. Sophia tried to apologies but Callie won't accept it. Jesus listens to a speech Ana gives. Jude doesn't understand that what happens on camp stays at camp. Sophia does something reckless. Mariana dance squad qualifies for the finals.
34	13	"Stay"	Elodie Keene	Marissa Jo Cerar	January 26, 2015 (2015-01-26)	1.20 [13]
After being put in an unfit foster home, Kiara contacts Callie for help, but she soon realizes Kiara isn't being entirely open. Mariana tops her class in a test and is invited to compete at the STEM. Meanwhile, Brandon attempts to convince his parents to go on tour with his band. Jesus reveals a secret to Hayley. Wyatt decides to return to Indiana and has a spare seat available.
35	14	"Mother Nature"	Martha Mitchell	Thomas Higgins	February 2, 2015 (2015-02-02)	1.26 [14]
The Adams Fosters family go on a camping trip in the wilderness. Jesus cannot hold back that he knows Ana is pregnant. Hayley turns up at campsite. Brandon and Callie attempt to move on whilst Jude cannot stand how he's being treated by the family. The bickering between the mothers continues. Jesus and Hayley break up.
36	15	"Light of Day"	Ron Lagomarsino	Wade Solomon & Megan Lynn	February 9, 2015 (2015-02-09)	1.24 [15]
Callie connects with Robert but it doesn't go well. Brandon tries to convince his moms to let him go on tour. With Ana's current situation, Mariana fears it will ruin the family. Jude and Connor go on a double date. Emma helps Jesus with his maths. Police harass Callie and she phones a parent.
37	16	"If You Only Knew"	Aprill Winney	Kelly Fullerton	February 16, 2015 (2015-02-16)	1.28 [16]
Robert warns Callie about her actions, Callie encourages Daphne to visit her daughter, but both fear their actions from their past will be brought to light. Things go wrong when Brandon and his band play at a "pharm" party. Mariana pushes her moms to contemplate Ana's proposition. Meanwhile, Jesus is given a chance to attend the top wrestling school. Callie thinks she should move to Robert's.
38	17	"The Silence She Keeps"	Melanie Mayron	Cristian Martinez & Dan Richter	February 23, 2015 (2015-02-23)	1.25 [17]
Callie keeps a secret from Stef and Lena whilst the moms struggle with a recent decision Callie made. Jude visits the Quinns. Lena is put in the middle between Monte and Timothy when he refuses to follow the school's orders. Golden Boy and Schizo butt heads. Robert shows Callie and Jude the result of the fundraiser. Mariana attempts to use a new way to invite dancers into her dance team.
39	18	"Now Hear This"	Rob Morrow	Thomas Higgins	March 2, 2015 (2015-03-02)	1.23 [18]
Mariana struggles with the recent drama in the Fosters' home so she focuses on organizing a student protest. Brandon puts a family memento for sale. Meanwhile, Callie finds out that Kiara has returned to San Diego, but not in the way they'd like her to be. She does everything she can do to help her friend, even if it means disobeying Stef's orders. Jude and Connor kiss. Stef and Robert clash over Callie.
40	19	"Justify the Means"	Jay Karas	Joanna Johnson	March 9, 2015 (2015-03-09)	1.14 [19]
Stef discovers a new way to adopt Callie, by getting her declared emancipated. Lena keeps a secret from Stef about expanding the family. Mariana goes to confront her grandparents. Meanwhile, Brandon is offered a chance to become a classical musician. Jude faces consequences for sneaking out to be with Connor. Someone has been doing credit-card fraud against Callie.
41	20	"Not That Kind of Girl"	Lee Rose	Story by : Kris Q. Rehl Teleplay by : Bradley Bredeweg & Peter Paige	March 16, 2015 (2015-03-16)	1.32 [20]
Callie and Mariana are confronted by their pasts. During this, Jude faces the consequences of a bad decision after Connor is shot. Callie is shocked when Jude stands up to her. Lena confesses to Monte about the troubles at home and her doubts about her marriage. Brandon is wishy-washy about his summer activities. Stef allows Ana to move in. Stef and Callie finally get the better of Liam.
42	21	"The End of the Beginning"	Zetna Fuentes	Joanna Johnson and Bradley Bredeweg & Peter Paige	March 23, 2015 (2015-03-23)	1.45 [21]
A visit with Robert's father makes Robert and Callie see each other in a new light. The twins' grandparents make a housecall. Mariana prepares for a make-or-break dance team showdown at school. Jude takes a stand for a friend. Brandon auditions for Idyllwild Music Program. Monte kisses Lena. Robert withdraws his custody claim on Callie. The twins get involved in a car accident. Note: Jake T. Austin leaves the cast and makes his last appearance.

Production

Casting

In March 2015, it was announced that Jake T. Austin would be leaving the show. He tweeted: "I'm honored to have been a part of such a groundbreaking series, but I personally want to let you know that my time on the show has come to an end. Thank you for letting me be a part of your family, it's been a pleasure." It was announced in June 2015, Noah Centineo would replace Austin in the role of Jesus. ^[22]

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