Show cover for Big Little Lies

The Best Episodes of Big Little Lies Season 2

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

The tale of three mothers of first graders whose apparently perfect lives unravel to the point of murder.

Genre:Drama
Network:HBO

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Big Little Lies" season 2 is "What Have They Done?", rated 8.1/10 from 5022 user votes. It was directed by Andrea Arnold and written by N/A. "What Have They Done?" aired on 6/9/2019 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Tell-Tale Hearts".

  • What Have They Done?
    8.1/10 5,022 votes

    #1 - What Have They Done?

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/9/2019

    Following first-day-of-school events, Madeline is worried by Bonnie's behavior. Mary Louise, Celeste's mother-in-law, offers her unvarnished assessment of Madeline's character. Jane learns from her new coworker, Corey, that she's known in town as one of the “Monterey Five.”

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A

  • Tell-Tale Hearts
    8.6/10 4,678 votes

    #2 - Tell-Tale Hearts

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/16/2019

    Renata faces an uncertain future when Gordon lands in legal trouble. Corey asks Jane out on a “practice” date. After a challenging therapy session with Dr. Reisman, Celeste opens up to Mary Louise about her relationship with Perry. Bonnie's mom, Elizabeth, arrives. Ed confronts Madeline about her secrets.

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A

  • The End of the World
    8.0/10 3,763 votes

    #3 - The End of the World

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 6/23/2019

    Mary Louise tries to get closer to Jane. Renata focuses her wrath on Principal Nippal. Madeline is forced to confront her issues at a couples therapy session with Dr. Reisman. Celeste remains conflicted by her memories of Perry.

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A

  • She Knows
    8.1/10 3,586 votes

    #4 - She Knows

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 6/30/2019

    Celeste accuses Mary Louise of overstepping boundaries with Jane. Renata endures a prying court hearing with Gordon. Jane opens up to Corey at Amabella's disco-themed birthday party. Madeline continues to try to make things right with Ed.

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A

  • Kill Me
    8.0/10 3,521 votes

    #5 - Kill Me

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 7/7/2019

    Renata deals with the fallout from Gordon's legal troubles and attempts to help Celeste. Bonnie relives painful memories from her past.

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A

  • The Bad Mother
    8.7/10 3,957 votes

    #6 - The Bad Mother

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 7/14/2019

    Celeste is blindsided by Mary Louise. Gordon continues to disappoint Renata. Bonnie contemplates a solution to her mother’s suffering and her own ongoing guilt. Ed entertains an unusual proposition before catching Madeline in an unguarded moment. The Monterey Five feel the pressure of increased scrutiny of Perry’s death.

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A

  • I Want to Know
    8.7/10 4,670 votes

    #7 - I Want to Know

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/21/2019

    Celeste questions Mary Louise about a tragic event from Perry’s childhood. Madeline worries their lie is tearing the Monterey Five apart.

    Director: Andrea Arnold

    Writer: N/A