House of Lies Season 2

Season 2

Marty and the pod clash with Galweather & Stearn's new CEO and Marty decides to open his own consulting firm; Jeannie and Marty wrestle with their feelings for each other; Doug falls in love and gets married; Clyde becomes bitter over the lack of recognition he gets from Marty; Monica attempts to clean up her act to be a better mother to Roscoe.

Air date: 2013-01-13

Episodes: 12

Episodes

E1: Stochasticity

In the Season 2 premiere, the aftermath of the sexual-harassment scandal leaves Marty and his Pod adjusting to a new corporate culture at Galweather Stearn, where the interim CEO entrusts consummate closer Marty with sealing a big deal. Later, a boozy night on the town leaves Jeannie reeling, while Marty's relationship with Roscoe is in need of some repair.

Air date: 2013-01-13 • ★ 7.4

E2: When Dinosaurs Ruled the Planet

In Las Vegas to help reinvigorate an aging casino, Marty meets the firm's newest consultant, a woman who was his biggest rival in business school. Meanwhile, Clyde is seduced by the Vegas nightlife; and Jeannie discovers a passive-aggressive adversary in Galweather Stearn's interim CEO.

Air date: 2013-01-20 • ★ 7.4

E3: Man-date

Marty and Clyde attempt to woo the business of new Las Vegas casino king, Michael Carlson, a maverick self-made millionaire who notoriously hates consultants. Meanwhile, Jeannie tries to assess how big a threat Tamara is by suggesting the two of them enjoy a spa day together. Monica makes an unlikely connection with her personal vegan chef, Tessa.

Air date: 2013-01-27 • ★ 5.875

E4: Damonschildren.org

Matt Damon (as himself) hires the firm to find a charity to enhance his image, but Marty soon realizes he may have to dig deeper than expected in order to keep the actor as a client. Meanwhile, Jeannie finds time to spend with Roscoe; and Tessa grills Monica about their status.

Air date: 2013-02-10 • ★ 6.333

E5: Sincerity is an Easy Disguise in This Business

Marty's militant younger brother pays a surprise visit, while Doug and Jeannie work an assignment for an online-dating company. Later, Marty hits it off with a fellow consultant.

Air date: 2013-02-17 • ★ 7.2

E6: Family Values

Marty's plan to spend time with Roscoe conflicts with an executive retreat, while Doug sees his fellow Pod members in a different light after introducing them to his new girlfriend. Later, Tamara offers an intriguing revelation about her personal life, piquing Marty's interest.

Air date: 2013-02-24 • ★ 5.625

E7: The Runner Stumbles

Marty faces a moral dilemma when he discovers evidence of a banking client's role in a cover-up scheme. Jeannie attempts damage control with the Pod when an ex-boyfriend posts something shocking on the web.

Air date: 2013-03-03 • ★ 7.2

E8: Wonders of the World

During a consultation with an adult-toy company, Jeannie meets an interesting suitor, while Doug comes up with a racy gift idea for his new girlfriend. Later, Marty's brother Malcolm drives a wedge between their father and Marty.

Air date: 2013-03-10 • ★ 7.3

E9: Liability

Doug and Clyde give depositions in a wrongful-death suit filed against a telecommunications conglomerate, while a casino mogul impedes Marty's efforts to close a deal. Later, Monica unravels when Roscoe moves out.

Air date: 2013-03-17 • ★ 5.889

E10: Exit Strategy

Marty looks to solidify a future career opportunity, while Jeannie has misgivings about hers; and Doug needs to step up his social-networking skills when a promising business opportunity drops in his lap. Later, tensions erupt between Marty and his brother, Malcolm.

Air date: 2013-03-24 • ★ 7.2

E11: Hostile Takeover

A mercurial Las Vegas casino czar ups the ante on a business deal with a frustrated Marty; and Clyde's club-owner friends look to him to expand their brand beyond Vegas. Meanwhile, Marty picks up some inside dirt on Tamara.

Air date: 2013-03-31 • ★ 7.4

E12: 'Til Death Do Us Part

Doug pops the question to his girlfriend, Sarah (Jenny Slate), who plans a shotgun wedding in Las Vegas on the eve of the Pod closing a major business deal. Marty's backhanded dealings lead to increased tension and unintended consequences for everyone.

Air date: 2013-04-07 • ★ 8