The Best Episodes of 800 Words Season 2
Every episode of 800 Words Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of 800 Words Season 2!
A recently widowed father, quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper. Over the internet he buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town. He then has to break the news to his two teenage kids who just lost their mum, and now face an even more uncertain future. But the colourful and inquisitive locals ensure his dream of a fresh start does not go to plan.
Season 2 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "800 Words" season 2 is "Episode 1", rated 8.3/10 from 78 user votes. It was directed by Mike Smith and written by Timothy Balme, James Griffin. "Episode 1" aired on 8/23/2016 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".
8.3/10 78 votes#1 - Episode 1
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 8/23/2016
George and Arlo implement a cunning plan to bring Shay back from Sydney. George and Jan's seek advice from the women of Weld about their relationship.
Director: Mike Smith
Writer: Timothy Balme, James Griffin
7.9/10 72 votes#2 - Episode 2
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 8/30/2016
The whole of Weld comes out for a party at The Turners while George almost destroys his friendship with Woody over a rather large invoice and a lawn that needs mowing.
Director: Mike Smith
Writer: Timothy Balme
8.2/10 72 votes#3 - Episode 3
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 9/6/2016
George lands a scoop on the first day of his new job at the newspaper, but why is he under orders not to write about an eight year old mystery that's gripping Weld?
Director: Michael Hurst
Writer: Maxine Fleming
8.3/10 74 votes#4 - Episode 4
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 9/13/2016
George's house is bursting with teenagers and he gets another chance to buy his dream house in Weld after all. But is it serendipity or just a bad idea?
Director: Michael Hurst
Writer: Kate McDermott
8.0/10 66 votes#5 - Episode 5
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 9/20/2016
George's first date with Katie is the only news in Weld, while Constable Tom and Big Mac clash over the invasion of the freedom campers.
Director: Murray Keane
Writer: Sarah-Kate Lynch, James Griffin
8.4/10 65 votes#6 - Episode 6
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 9/27/2016
After a jet-ski injures a local, George is appalled that you don't need a licence to drive a jet-ski in New Zealand and wants them all banned. He discovers Twitter and opens fire on jet-skiers.
Director: Murray Keane
Writer: James Griffin
8.5/10 68 votes#7 - Episode 7
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 10/4/2016
Laura's one year anniversary approaches. George and the family prepare to leave for Sydney. Shay gets the blame for Ike staying in Weld and Arlo gets serious with Emma.
Director: Mike Smith
Writer: James Griffin
8.6/10 73 votes#8 - Episode 8
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 10/4/2016
Shay gets the blame for Ike staying in Weld and Arlo gets serious with Emma.
Director: Mike Smith
Writer: Kate McDermott
8.1/10 66 votes#9 - Episode 9
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 1/31/2017
George and Fiona's dalliance is headline news in Weld, while Robbie goes on the offensive to save Fiona, all culminating with a rumble in the main street.
Director: Michael Hurst
Writer: Kate McDermott
8.1/10 63 votes#10 - Episode 10
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 2/7/2017
George and Fiona put the heat on their new relationship with a dinner party. However, if they're to survive as a couple, there are many dramas to overcome both in and out of the kitchen.
Director: Michael Hurst
Writer: Michael Beran, James Griffin
8.2/10 64 votes#11 - Episode 11
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 2/14/2017
George sees red when Arlo secretly switches school subjects. Fiona struggles in her new parenting role. And Woody's comes up with a novel way to relieve Principal Tracey's stress.
Director: Caroline Bell-Booth
Writer: Sarah-Kate Lynch, Kate McDermott
8.3/10 63 votes#12 - Episode 12
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 2/21/2017
George and Fiona's escape to the city for a romantic weekend away from the kids is a disaster. Arlo almost burns down the house down and Jan has huge, huge news.
Director: Caroline Bell-Booth
Writer: Timothy Balme
8.2/10 64 votes#13 - Episode 13
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 2/28/2017
Jan's pregnancy sparks a crisis between George and Fiona. Katie unwillingly gets Shay involved in an art scam. Arlo struggles with a long distance relationship.
Director: Michael Hurst
Writer: James Griffin
8.0/10 63 votes#14 - Episode 14
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 3/7/2017
George struggles against the tide of Terry-mania sweeping Weld. The town prepares to open its first fine dining restaurant, but not everyone is invited. Shay's art adventure has a very public hanging.
Director: Michael Hurst
Writer: Sarah-Kate Lynch
8.1/10 64 votes#15 - Episode 15
Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 3/14/2017
George fears that Weld is losing its innocence. Brother Terry goes all out to prove his love for Hannah and there's a surprise visit from a very pregnant Jan.
Director: Mike Smith
Writer: Michael Beran, James Griffin
8.5/10 67 votes#16 - Episode 16
Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 3/21/2017
The fallout from George's savage article is immediate. Terry's true colours are revealed much to Hannah's horror, and a triple tragedy strikes Weld.
Director: Mike Smith
Writer: James Griffin