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The Best Episodes of Atlantis Season 2

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

A fantasy drama set in a world of legendary heroes and mythical creatures. Far from home and desperate for answers, Jason washes up on the shores of an ancient land. A mysterious place; a world of bull leaping, of snake haired goddesses and of palaces so vast it was said they were built by giants - this is the city of Atlantis. Aided by his two new friends, Pythagoras and Hercules, Jason embarks on a voyage of discovery, and salvation, which sees him brush shoulders with Medusa, come face to face with the Minotaur and even do battle with the dead.

Genres:Action & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:BBC One

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Atlantis" season 2 is "A New Dawn (1)", rated 7.6/10 from 219 user votes. It was directed by Justin Molotnikov and written by Howard Overman. "A New Dawn (1)" aired on 11/15/2014 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "A New Dawn (2)".

  • A New Dawn (1)
    7.6/10 219 votes

    #1 - A New Dawn (1)

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 11/15/2014

    Ariadne – now queen and in an epic war against Pasiphae's army – turns to Jason, Hercules, and Pythagoras for help. The time has come for Jason to fulfill his destiny. The battle for Atlantis has begun.

    Director: Justin Molotnikov

    Writer: Howard Overman

  • A New Dawn (2)
    7.7/10 184 votes

    #2 - A New Dawn (2)

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 11/22/2014

    Atlantis is set to fall as Pasiphae continues her siege on the city. The last hope rests with Jason, Hercules, and Pythagoras. Hercules makes a discovery that throws into doubt everything he once knew to be true.

    Director: Justin Molotnikov

    Writer: Howard Overman

  • Telemon
    7.3/10 170 votes

    #3 - Telemon

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 11/29/2014

    Ariadne is formally crowned queen of a still-vulnerable Atlantis. An enigmatic stranger arrives offering salvation. As Jason fights for glory on the tournament ground, Ariadne embarks on her own private battle.

    Director: Justin Molotnikov

    Writer: Richard McBrien

  • The Marriage of True Minds
    7.6/10 175 votes

    #4 - The Marriage of True Minds

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 12/6/2014

    As plans progress for the royal wedding, Ariadne must undertake a journey to Telemon’s homeland of Aegina. With the kingdom still beset by Colcheans, Jason is not the only one who fears for the Queen’s safety.

    Director: Declan O'Dwyer

    Writer: Lucy Watkins

  • The Day of the Dead
    7.6/10 191 votes

    #5 - The Day of the Dead

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 12/13/2014

    The gang find themselves dispersed around the ancient necropolis and they soon realize they are not alone...the space is crawling with a magical army of the undead. The race is on to find Jason before he falls prey to the flesh eating monsters.

    Director: Declan O'Dwyer

    Writer: Howard Overman

  • The Grey Sisters
    7.7/10 192 votes

    #6 - The Grey Sisters

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 12/20/2014

    As Ariadne lies on her deathbed, Jason embarks on a dangerous quest into the unknown. After a daring encounter with the ancient Grey Sisters, Jason's mission brings him face to face with Medea and Pasiphae once more.

    Director: Declan O'Dwyer

    Writer: Howard Overman

  • A Fate Worse Than Death
    7.5/10 152 votes

    #7 - A Fate Worse Than Death

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 4/11/2015

    When news reaches Pasiphae of Ariadne and Jason's impending marriage, she is terrified that Atlantis will be lost to her forever and resolves to do all she can to stop the union, no matter the cost.

    Director: Lawrence Gough

    Writer: Howard Overman

  • The Madness of Hercules
    7.5/10 149 votes

    #8 - The Madness of Hercules

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 4/18/2015

    Jason has been sentenced to death for killing the Oracle and it looks like there is anything anybody can do to save him including Ariadne. Pasiphae tightens her grip over Atlantis and the future does not look good.

    Director: Lawrence Gough

    Writer: Richard McBrien

  • The Gorgon's Gaze
    7.6/10 153 votes

    #9 - The Gorgon's Gaze

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 4/25/2015

    Pasiphae realises she will never be true ruler while ever she and Ariadne both have a claim to the throne, so she offers the queen her freedom – if she will renounce the crown. As wanted men, Jason and Hercules have been forced to seek refuge in the mountains, where Medusa and Pythagoras come up with their own plot, which will take a sacrifice of unimaginable proportions.

    Director: Lawrence Gough

    Writer: Julian Jones

  • The Dying of the Light
    7.3/10 143 votes

    #10 - The Dying of the Light

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 5/2/2015

    Jason's discovery has blackened his heart, leaving him a shadow of the man he used to be. Reckless and foolhardy, he no longer seems to care about anything or anyone - even Ariadne. Pythagoras is desperate to save his friend, so he sets out in search of help, but soon discovers not everyone is as keen to protect Jason as he is.

    Director: Justin Molotnikov

    Writer: Lucy Watkins

  • Kin
    7.3/10 137 votes

    #11 - Kin

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 5/9/2015

    The battle between Aeson and Pasiphae for Jason's soul reaches a devastating climax as the warrior is caught by the ruthless queen's soldiers. Jason's friends know they must do all they can to save him before he is lost for ever, and Aeson undertakes a brave and deadly mission into Atlantis to rescue his son. However, he is just one man, and with traitors on all sides plotting to stop him, his chances of success seem slim.

    Director: Justin Molotnikov

    Writer: Julian Jones

  • The Queen Must Die
    7.5/10 175 votes

    #12 - The Queen Must Die

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 5/16/2015

    Jason is determined to rescue his fellow prisoners from the amphitheatre, and makes a daring return to Atlantis, which is becoming an ever more dangerous realm under Pasiphae's villainous rule. The hero and his friends face treachery at every turn, and come to realise that the only hope for the future is to kill the queen.

    Director: Julian Murphy

    Writer: Howard Overman