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The Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 2

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...
Genres:DramaMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:FX

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Welcome to Briarcliff" is the best rated episode of "American Horror Story" season 2. It scored 8.2/10 based on 6854 votes. Directed by Bradley Buecker and written by Tim Minear, it aired on 10/17/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Tricks and Treats".

  • Welcome to Briarcliff
    8.2/106,854 votes

    #1 - Welcome to Briarcliff

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 10/17/2012

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

    Director: Bradley Buecker

    Writer: Tim Minear

  • Tricks and Treats
    8.3/105,745 votes

    #2 - Tricks and Treats

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 10/24/2012

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

    Director: Bradley Buecker

    Writer: James Wong

  • Nor'easter
    8.2/105,431 votes

    #3 - Nor'easter

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/31/2012

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

    Director: Michael Uppendahl

    Writer: Jennifer Salt

  • I Am Anne Frank (1)
    8.2/105,327 votes

    #4 - I Am Anne Frank (1)

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 11/7/2012

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

    Director: Michael Uppendahl

    Writer: Jessica Sharzer

  • I Am Anne Frank (2)
    8.7/105,938 votes

    #5 - I Am Anne Frank (2)

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 11/14/2012

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

    Director: Alfonso Gomez-Rejon

    Writer: Brad Falchuk

  • The Origins of Monstrosity
    8.1/105,032 votes

    #6 - The Origins of Monstrosity

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/21/2012

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

    Director: David Semel

    Writer: Ryan Murphy

  • Dark Cousin
    8.2/105,002 votes

    #7 - Dark Cousin

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/28/2012

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

    Director: Michael Rymer

    Writer: Tim Minear

  • Unholy Night
    8.5/105,365 votes

    #8 - Unholy Night

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 12/5/2012

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

    Director: Michael Lehmann

    Writer: James Wong

  • The Coat Hanger
    8.2/104,954 votes

    #9 - The Coat Hanger

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 12/12/2012

    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.

    Director: Jeremy Podeswa

    Writer: Jennifer Salt

  • The Name Game
    8.8/106,681 votes

    #10 - The Name Game

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 1/2/2013

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

    Director: Michael Lehmann

    Writer: Jessica Sharzer

  • Spilt Milk
    8.3/105,111 votes

    #11 - Spilt Milk

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 1/9/2013

    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.

    Director: Alfonso Gomez-Rejon

    Writer: Brad Falchuk

  • Continuum
    7.8/105,070 votes

    #12 - Continuum

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 1/16/2013

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

    Director: Craig Zisk

    Writer: Ryan Murphy

  • Madness Ends
    8.7/106,310 votes

    #13 - Madness Ends

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 1/23/2013

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

    Director: Alfonso Gomez-Rejon

    Writer: Tim Minear