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The Best Episodes of American Rust Season 2

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

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A compelling family drama and a timeless story told through the eyes of complicated and compromised chief of police Del Harris of a Pennsylvania Rust Belt town full of good people making bad choices.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Rust Season 2 Episode 1 - Homecoming
    7.6/10(194 votes)

    #1 - Homecoming

    S2:E1

    Four months after the shoot-out in West Virginia, Del has returned to the Pittsburgh P.D. while the folks in Buell try to get their lives back on track.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Dan Futterman

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  2. American Rust Season 2 Episode 2 - The Golden Goose
    7.5/10(150 votes)

    #2 - The Golden Goose

    S2:E2

    A new murder in Buell lights a fire in Steve as he doubles down on his suspicions of Grace and Del. Del continues to investigate the bombing in Pittsburgh while also becoming more enmeshed in the Brotherhood.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Jean Kyoung Frazier

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  3. American Rust Season 2 Episode 3 - Iron Sky
    7.7/10(141 votes)

    #3 - Iron Sky

    S2:E3

    Del invites Vic out to his cabin for a male bonding weekend. Grace goes toe-to-toe with Sue at the District Attorney debate. The town of Buell is rocked by another murder of one of their own, while Steve’s suspicion of Grace grows.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Adam Rapp

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  4. American Rust Season 2 Episode 4 - The Hand You're Dealt
    7.7/10(140 votes)

    #4 - The Hand You're Dealt

    S2:E4

    Del and Vic grow closer during their weekend in Buell. Lee grows more suspicious of her law firm as her investigation leads her to surprising evidence. A job prospect presents itself to Grace, and Isaac and Russell bond after a harrowing experience. Steve’s suspicion of Grace and Del grows into an obsession.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Álvaro Rodríguez

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  5. American Rust Season 2 Episode 5 - Light Me Up
    7.9/10(143 votes)

    #5 - Light Me Up

    S2:E5

    Del feels pressure surrounding the Brotherhood as he looks into Vic's disappearance. Lee and Isaac argue about her feelings regarding her job. Isaac’s feelings are hurt when he crosses paths with someone from Russell’s life, while Billy's behavior grows more erratic and causes him to act out.

    Director:Radium Cheung
    Writer:Ted Malawer

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  6. American Rust Season 2 Episode 6 - Daddy Issues
    7.7/10(144 votes)

    #6 - Daddy Issues

    S2:E6

    Angela is brought into Del's secret plan. Grace receives a promising job offer, but remains worried about Billy’s behavior. Lee and Isaac have a memorial service for their father.

    Director:Radium Cheung
    Writer:Jessica Brickman

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  7. American Rust Season 2 Episode 7 - Tree
    7.8/10(144 votes)

    #7 - Tree

    S2:E7

    Lee’s involvement in the Landwill case deepens. Isaac receives a surprise visit and Billy’s behavior ruins a dinner party. Del fears for Angela’s safety while Grace misses Del.

    Director:Melissa Hickey
    Writer:Delondra Williams

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  8. American Rust Season 2 Episode 8 - Ponderosa
    7.8/10(143 votes)

    #8 - Ponderosa

    S2:E8

    Billy has a new lease on life after finally confronting his past and makes strides to secure his future. Lee is in trouble as Rinna investigates the missing documents. Russell returns to Buell to find Isaac moving on. Angela and Del are wary of mysterious circumstances surrounding a death.

    Director:Melissa Hickey
    Writer:Ted Malawer

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  9. American Rust Season 2 Episode 9 - Fast Horses, Younger Women and More Money
    8.1/10(148 votes)

    #9 - Fast Horses, Younger Women and More Money

    S2:E9

    Cynthia becomes suspicious of everyone as she tries to figure out what happened to Vic. Angela and Del are surprised when they arrive at an urgent police call and things are not as they seem. Lee reconnects with Alejandro when she goes to New York to sign their divorce papers.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Jessica Brickman

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  10. American Rust Season 2 Episode 10 - Confessions
    8.2/10(195 votes)

    #10 - Confessions

    S2:E10

    Fighting crippling pain, Del is determined to continue his investigation and turns to Steve for help. Billy leaves for basic training and finds comfort when he befriends a fellow traveler. The Landwill conflict comes to a head.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Adam Rapp

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Homecoming" is the best rated episode of "American Rust" season 2. It scored 7.6/10 based on 194 votes. Directed by Jim McKay and written by Dan Futterman, it aired on 3/28/2024. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Golden Goose".