Spy x Family [Season 2 Episodes 1-12]

Spy x Family Season 2: A Chaotic, Heartwarming Rollercoaster That Keeps the Hype Alive

Let’s cut to the chase: Spy x Family Season 2 didn’t just meet the sky-high expectations set by its viral first season—it cranked up the chaos, doubled down on the feels, and proved why this fake family is still one of anime’s most beloved squads. Produced by Wit Studio and CloverWorks (the dream team behind hits like Attack on Titan and Horimiya), the 12-episode second season aired from October 7 to December 23, 2023, picking up right where the Forgers left off: balancing world-saving spy missions with the absurdity of family life. And let’s be real—this season’s mix of spy thrills, Anya’s telepathic chaos, Yor’s accidental assassinations, and Bond’s doggy dilemmas is exactly what we needed.

First off, let’s talk about the star of the show (no, not Loid—Bond). Fans went wild for the telepathic pooch’s arc this season, and for good reason. Remember that episode where Bond has a full-on existential crisis over Yor’s cooking? “Bond having a mid-life crisis? Even Bond is like ‘this lady can’t cook,’” one fan joked, and honestly, same. Who hasn’t stared at a family member’s burnt toast and wondered if it’s a secret assassination attempt? The scene where Bond imagines Yor chasing him with a knife (thanks to Anya’s dramatic telepathic hints) had me cackling—relatable, tbh. And don’t even get me started on the “dancing Bond” sequence in Episode 2. That fluffy golden retriever busting a move to escape Yor’s cooking? Adorable doesn’t cover it. As one viewer put it, “Dancing Bond was adorable! Bond on a mission with Loid is perfect!”

But it’s not all doggy dance parties. Season 2 dives deeper into the Forgers’ fake-but-real bond, and the writing here is chef’s kiss (unlike Yor’s actual cooking). Take the “punishment field trip” episode, where Anya and her classmates get stuck in the wilderness. Even Damian—Anya’s rival and secret admirer—can’t ruin the fun. “Even though I dislike Damian, this was still a great episode,” a fan admitted, and I feel that. The way the kids bicker, bond, and accidentally survive a “dangerous” mission (read: Loid secretly pulling strings) is so heartwarming it’ll make you forget these are all spies, assassins, and telepaths pretending to be normal.

And let’s not sleep on the spy stuff! Loid’s missions this season are smarter, funnier, and way more chaotic. Remember when he tricked a bunch of thieves by leaving a fake “I stole your stuff” note? Genius. As one fan pointed out, “Clever trap Loid devised… put a note saying you stole it so they check their thing… which you can then steal!” It’s classic Spy x Family—silly, over-the-top, and somehow totally believable. Yor’s assassin side also gets more shine, with her accidentally taking out bad guys while grocery shopping (relatable queen) and Bond’s premonitions of her “murdering” him (again, Yor’s cooking is a weapon).

What makes Season 2 work so well is that it never loses sight of what made the first season a hit: the Forgers feel like a real family. Sure, Loid’s a spy, Yor’s an assassin, Anya’s a telepath, and Bond’s a dog with future vision—but when they’re bickering over dinner, panicking about Anya’s school grades, or teaming up to save the world (and their cover), you can’t help but root for them. As one fan gushed, “This season keeps surprising me! The writing and the themes are so heartwarming!”

Is it perfect? No—some episodes feel a little filler-y (looking at you, the one where Bond just… sniffs hamburgers for 10 minutes). But even the “filler” is gold. “As far as a filler goes, it was still a good episode,” another viewer noted. “Some fillers are plain awful.” Not here—every scene, even the silly ones, adds to the Forgers’ charm.

So, does Season 2 deserve the hype? Abso-freaking-lutely. It’s funny, heartfelt, and full of the kind of chaos that makes Spy x Family a cultural phenomenon. Whether you’re here for the spy thrills, the adorable characters, or just to see Anya yell “OTACHOU!” at the top of her lungs, this season delivers.

Final verdict? Grab your popcorn, hug your pet (Bond’s watching), and dive in. Spy x Family Season 2 is a wild, wonderful ride that’ll leave you grinning from ear to ear—and counting down the days until Season 3.

P.S. Bond’s drop kick in Episode 2? Iconic. 10/10. Would rewatch.