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Batwoman S2E12 — Initiate Self-Destruct

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Batwoman•Season 2•Episode 12

Initiate Self-Destruct

6.3/10 · 848 votesMay 2, 202143 min

Ranked #7 of 18 in Season 2•+0.2 vs season avg

Ryan is faced with a difficult decision that could expose her as Batwoman, creating a rift in the Bat Team. Meanwhile, Black Mask's plans for Kate Kane begin to unfold. Alice is reunited with someone from her past, and Sophie must decide where her loyalty

Directed byGlen Winter

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Javicia Leslie

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Ryan Wilder / Batwoman

Rachel Skarsten

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Alice / Beth Kane

Meagan Tandy

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Sophie Moore

Nicole Kang

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Mary Hamilton

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Mark Berlet

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Jerry Shandy

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Zack Siddiqui

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Hilary Bolger

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Nathan Kay

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Episode Summary

"Initiate Self-Destruct" is episode 12 of Batwoman season 2. It scored 6.3/10 from 848 votes, ranking #7 of 18 episodes this season (season average 6.1). Directed by Glen Winter, it aired on May 2, 2021.

Next: E13 · I'll Give You a Clue Best of Season 2