The daily lives of the members of a dysfunctional family in California that run an independent funeral home.
Ruth tries to make David feel accepted by inviting her children's partners to dinner. Meanwhile, a horror film actress dies, and Nate learns more about his condition. (S2, ep1)
Nate is affected by the death of a young football player as he continues to keep his own condition a secret. Also, Brenda invites an ex over for dinner. (S2, ep2)
Claire is furious when the school counsellor betrays her confidence. Meanwhile, Ruth attends a self-improvement seminar and Nate causes a stir at a work function. (S2, ep 3)
Driving Mr Mossback: Nate and Claire collect a body from Seattle, where they stay with Nate's ex-lover Lisa. Meanwhile, Brenda is dragged into her parents' marital troubles. (S2, ep 4)
Ruth is troubled by the death of a woman with no friends or family. Brenda starts writing a novel, and work worries leave Keith seeking David's support. (S2, ep 5)
As Nate and David fend off a fresh offer from Kroehner, Ruth's estranged sister (Emmy-winning guest star Patricia Clarkson) pays an unexpected visit. (S2, ep 6)
Claire spends the weekend with Sarah and her free-spirited friends. Nate bonds with a female rabbi and an emergency with Taylor brings Keith and David closer. (S2, ep 7)
Christmas, and a year on from Nathaniel's death, the Fishers recall their final moments with him. Also, Brenda's mum springs a surprise. (S2, ep 8)
As Lisa contacts Nate, and Brenda continues her hands-on research, their engagement becomes more uncertain than ever. Plus, Nikolai tests Ruth's patience. (S2, ep 9)
With Nate still reeling from Lisa's revelation, Melissa leads Brenda further astray. Claire ponders her future, and Karla causes more strife for David and Keith. (S2, ep 10)
The Liar and the W***e: Truths emerge when Nate and Brenda get relationship counselling from Rabbi Ari. Ruth has a run-in with loan shark Yuri, and Keith fights to keep Taylor. (S2, ep 11)
While Lisa gives birth, Nate learns what Brenda's been up to in the name of research. Plus, a violent outburst puts Keith and David's custody hopes in jeopardy. (S2, ep 12)
In the season finale, Nate is admitted to hospital, leaving the door open for Rico to advance his career. Meanwhile, Ruth comes to a decision regarding Nikolai. (S2, ep 13)