American Horror Story

The Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 2

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Every episode of American Horror Story Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 2!

An anthology horror drama series centering on different characters and locations, including a house with a murderous past, an asylum, a witch coven, a freak...
Episodes
13
Avg. Rating
8.3
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S2
S3
S4
E1
E2
E3
8.2
8.3
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  1. 8.8/10(6.8k votes)

    #1 - The Name Game

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    S2:E10

    The Monsignor confronts the Devil. Dr. Arden’s experiments reach a shocking conclusion. Dr. Thredson facilitates a surprising reunion for Kit.

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  2. 8.7/10(6.0k votes)

    #2 - I Am Anne Frank (2)

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    S2:E5

    Sister Jude employs a renowned Nazi hunter to gather evidence against Arden; Kit makes a surprising confession; Bloody Face is unmasked.

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  3. 8.7/10(6.4k votes)

    #3 - Madness Ends

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    S2:E13

    Johnny sets out to complete his father's work; Lana leads the charge to finally shut down Briarcliff.

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  4. 8.4/10(5.4k votes)

    #4 - Unholy Night

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    S2:E8

    A murderous Santa wreaks havoc on Briarcliff; Sister Jude faces off with the devil; Arden has a shocking encounter in the death chute.

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  5. 8.3/10(5.8k votes)

    #5 - Tricks and Treats

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    S2:E2

    An exorcist is called to Briarcliff to help save a troubled farm boy; Sister Jude's darkest secret is revealed.

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  6. 8.3/10(5.2k votes)

    #6 - Spilt Milk

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    S2:E11

    Grace tells Kit devastating news about the aliens' experiments on Alma; Dr. Thredson receives an unexpected visitor; the Monsignor goes to extreme lengths to silence Jude.

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  8. 8.2/10(6.9k votes)

    #7 - Welcome to Briarcliff

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    S2:E1

    Terrifying evils blur the boundaries between reality and insanity at the Briarcliff Manor.

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  9. 8.2/10(5.5k votes)

    #8 - Nor'easter

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    S2:E3

    A violent storm allows a group of patients to plan a daring escape; Sister Jude is haunted by her past.

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  10. 8.2/10(5.4k votes)

    #9 - I Am Anne Frank (1)

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    S2:E4

    A new patient exposes Arden's past; Kit learns why Grace was admitted to Briarcliff.

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  11. 8.2/10(5.1k votes)

    #10 - Dark Cousin

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    S2:E7

    Sister Mary Eunice is terrified to discover a dark angel at Briarcliff; Kit makes a bold move to be reunited with Grace.

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    Director:Michael Rymer
    Writer:Tim Minear
  12. 8.2/10(5.0k votes)

    #11 - The Coat Hanger

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    S2:E9

    The Monsignor takes an unlikely convert under his wing; Lana secures a new piece of evidence that can exonerate Kit; Dr. Arden witnesses a miraculous return.

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  13. 8.1/10(5.1k votes)

    #12 - The Origins of Monstrosity

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    S2:E6

    A mysterious little girl is abandoned at Briarcliff; the Monsignor makes a Faustian pact with Dr. Arden; the origin of Bloody Face is revealed.

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    Director:David Semel
  14. 7.8/10(5.1k votes)

    #13 - Continuum

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    S2:E12

    A deadly new inmate threatens Sister Jude's chance of release; Grace's obsession with the aliens turns violent.

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    Director:Craig Zisk

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"The Name Game" is the best rated episode of "American Horror Story" season 2. It scored 8.8/10 based on 6752 votes. Directed by Michael Lehmann and written by Jessica Sharzer, it aired on 1/2/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "I Am Anne Frank (2)".