• Air date: 14 Jun '11 25 episodes
      The second season of Pretty Little Liars, based on the books of the same name by Sara Shepard, premiered on June 14, 2011 and concluded on March 19, 2012 on ABC Family. It follows the lives of four teenage girls, Aria Montgomery, Spencer Hastings, Hanna Marin, and Emily Fields, who are dealing with the mysterious disappearance and death of their former best friend and queen bee, Alison DiLaurentis, along with other problems in their personal & social lives. Outcomes of Alison's death include messages from an anonymous source that we know as "A". That person knows everything about the girls, including some terrible things that they did in their past with Alison. The second season continues from the season finale of the previous season, in which Ian Thomas, Spencer's brother-in-law, is presumed to have been killed in an incident at the top of a bell tower but is also accused of murdering Alison. On January 10, 2011 ABC Family renewed the series for a second season. After an initial order of 24 episodes, it was announced in June that a special Halloween-themed flashback episode would air as part of ABC Family's 13 Nights of Halloween lineup, bringing the season 2 episode order to 25 episodes. The season premiere brought in 3.68 million viewers, which was higher than the season 1 premiere. The Halloween special aired on October 19, 2011, drawing 2.5 million total viewers. The second half of season 2 premiered on January 2, 2012.
  • List of Episodes (25)
    • 1. It's Alive

      14 Jun '11
      In the second-season premiere, the girls face the fallout from what happened with Ian at the church, and their parents have them talk with a therapist. Meanwhile, Caleb returns to see Hanna; and Spencer is told that Toby is off-limits.
    • 2. The Goodbye Look

      21 Jun '11
      Emily is contacted by a college swim team recruiter. While the Liars struggle with being separated, Hanna doesn't know who to reach out to when her father shows up in Rosewood unexpectedly.
    • 3. My Name Is Trouble

      28 Jun '11
      Aria signs up for a college pottery class to get closer to Ezra, Emily lies to her mother about her swimming scholarship status, and Spencer spies on Alison's older brother, who has just moved back into Rosewood.
    • 4. Blind Dates

      05 Jul '11
      Hanna helps Lucas score a date, while Emily deals with the aftermath of her mother spilling to everyone that she has a scholarship offer.
    • 5. The Devil You Know

      12 Jul '11
      Hanna learns more about Caleb's foster family, while the other Liars deal with the resolution and closure of the news about Ian.
    • 6. Never Letting Go

      19 Jul '11
      The night before the annual Rosewood Charity Fashion Show, Allison's mother reappears in town and requests that the remaining girls model in the show in honor of her deceased daughter.
    • 7. Surface Tension

      26 Jul '11
      It's Emily's moving day, while Hanna worries about Caleb's wheelings and dealings. Aria is concerned about a party that both Ezra and Jason are invited to and Toby reacts to a discovery about Spencer.
    • 8. Save The Date

      02 Aug '11
      The pressures upon Emily come to a head when her father shows up for one of her biggest swim meets, and she winds up in the hospital. Meanwhile Hanna is dealing with her Dad's upcoming wedding and the possibility of Caleb leaving town.
    • 9. Picture This

      09 Aug '11
      Spencer is determined to find out what Jason is hiding at his house and decides to finally get some answers. With Jason continuing to pop up in Aria's life, will she be able to resist their undeniable chemistry?
    • 10. Touched by an 'A'-ngel

      16 Aug '11
      Aria is finding it hard to believe Spencer and Emily's revelation about Jason all the while dealing with her feelings for him. Hanna tries to play nice with her future stepsister. Meanwhile, "A" continues to torment Emily trying to push her to a breakdown.
    • 11. I Must Confess

      23 Aug '11
      Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer finally decide it is time to tell someone about "A". Meanwhile, Hanna's infamous grandmother drops into town for Tom's rehearsal dinner.
    • 12. Over My Dead Body

      30 Aug '11
      Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer have made a crucial mistake – they told someone about “A” and now they must pay the price. With the clock ticking and “A” calling the shots, the girls are sent on missions to do “A’s” bidding in order to save their trusted confidant. Each mission will ultimately lead to what the four liars want the most, but at a costly price to their loved ones and themselves. Can Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer go through with their given tasks in order to save one, or will they i
    • 13. The First Secret

      19 Oct '11
      It's the Halloween before Alison disappeared and where all of the secrets and lies began for Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer.
    • 14. Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares

      02 Jan '12
      A month has passed on "Pretty Little Liars" since Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer were arrested and a lot has changed in Rosewood, and with the girls. No longer the mighty four best friends, the Liars are at each others' throats and Emily has been iced out completely. But what could have divided them so severely? Has "A" finally won the game of divide and conquer? With Emily now truly on her own, is she ripe for "A's" picking?
    • 15. A Hot Piece of 'A'

      09 Jan '12
      After their recent encounter with “A”, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer think they may be closer than ever to figuring out whom “A” really is. But when the girls decide to enlist Caleb’s hacking skills to help with their quest, Hanna no longer wants a part of the plan. The last thing Hanna wants is to get Caleb involved in something else shady and also to open the door to questions that Hanna can’t answer. Once the girls realize that “A” has a helper, Hanna has no other choice. Instead of focusing
    • 16. Let the Water Hold Me Down

      16 Jan '12
      With Lucas missing and questions surrounding what happened out on the lake, Hanna can barely catch her breath. With Caleb determined to find his friend, Hanna’s reluctance to help only causes more problems. Can Hanna really tell Caleb what happened in the boat without tipping him off to her larger “A” problem? And if she did tell him, would he be willing to stick around after hearing all the horrible things Hanna has done? Meanwhile, Spencer follows a lead about “A” which guides her to an unexp
    • 17. The Blond Leading the Blind

      23 Jan '12
      Love is a powerful motivator for Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer, especially if it means keeping their loved ones safe.
    • 18. A Kiss Before Lying

      30 Jan '12
      After putting her foot down about Caleb with her friends, Hanna begins to feel that she is getting the cold shoulder from Aria, Emily and Spencer.
    • 19. The Naked Truth

      06 Feb '12
      Rosewood High’s "Truth-Up Day," is not just an opportunity for the students of the school to air their grievances and stop bullying, but also a chance for Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer to get answers to some burning questions. Spencer looks to find answers on what is going on between Jason and her father when Jason shows up as a chaperone; Aria continues to question Holden on what exactly he is up to during their "date nights," and Hanna tries to figure out the latest situation with Kate. But w
    • 20. CTRL: A

      13 Feb '12
      Caleb's involvement in cracking "A's" phone has had Hanna worried from day one and now "A" is determined to punish him for it. With Det. Wilden and Garrett now circling Caleb on bogus hacking charges and in possession of his computer, Hanna and her friends are convinced that this won't end well. What are the police looking for on Caleb's computer and better yet, would could "A" have possibly planted on the computer to interest the police this much? Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer may soon get ano
    • 21. Breaking The Code

      20 Feb '12
      Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer have been the target of "A’s" games for awhile, leaving them emotionally cut off from their families and friends. But when a surprising new victim of "A" is revealed, the PLLs tight-knit group may just get one person larger. But what is "A’s" motive of targeting someone outside of Alison’s group of besties? Meanwhile, Spencer runs from her family troubles right into Wren’s arms, as Ezra’s new opportunity could push him away from Aria.
    • 22. Father Knows Best

      27 Feb '12
      One father has a guilty conscience, one has a daughter he doesn’t trust, one is hiding a secret from his daughter and the other father is MIA – all-in-all it is not the ideal time for Rosewood’s annual Father-Daughter Dance. With fathers looking to make amends and daughters trying to keep the peace, the annual dance looks to be anything but fun. Meanwhile, Ashley continues her hunt to find answers about what is going on with Hanna with help from a surprising source.
    • 23. Eye of the Beholder

      05 Mar '12
      Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer are on the quest for answers of what Alison knew before she died and they might have just gotten a big lead when someone from Alison's past appears. Duncan might hold the key to all of the girls' answers, but can they trust him to let down their guard? And just when they feel like Duncan may be the only lead, Jason drops off a bag of Alison's personal items that could be more than just a bag of junk. Meanwhile, Toby's return to Rosewood brings a surprise reunion t
    • 24. If These Dolls Could Talk

      12 Mar '12
      Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer search for the meaning of new clues leads them to a doll hospital that holds some very familiar looking dolls and a little boy that knows more than he leads onto. But what would bring Ali to such a creepy and weird location on her hunt for "A?" And what can the four girls learn about the secrets that are stashed away on the shelves between forgotten playmates? Meanwhile, Jenna’s surgery brings about more than just the possibility of regaining her sight.
    • 25. UnmAsked

      19 Mar '12
      Rosewood's Junior League Masquerade Gala is the perfect setting for "A's" next game of cat and mouse with his/her favorite targets. But with Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer fast on his/her heels, will this game be "A's" last?