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The Best Episodes of Carnivàle Season 2

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

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Carnivàle is an American television series set in the United States during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl. In tracing the lives of two disparate groups of people, its overarching story depicts the battle between

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 1 - Los Moscos
    8.3/10(727 votes)

    #1 - Los Moscos

    S2:E1

    The Dust Bowl circus troupe deals with the fallout from a fatal fire and, in California, Brother Justin reaches new converts on the radio. Lila wonders what happened to Lodz. Ben takes off to find Scudder.

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  2. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 2 - Alamogordo, NM
    7.9/10(685 votes)

    #2 - Alamogordo, NM

    S2:E2

    The troupe sends out search parties when a distraught Sofie goes missing. Justin and Iris welcome a new housekeeper. Samson accuses Stumpy of skimming. Ben visits an old acquaintance of Scudder's in New Mexico.

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  3. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 3 - Ingram, TX
    7.8/10(687 votes)

    #3 - Ingram, TX

    S2:E3

    Dolan continues his quest to get to the bottom of the Ministry arson. Gabriel gets into the act with Ruthie, who experiences another supernatural vision. Ben happens upon some distant relatives.

    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 4 - Old Cherry Blossom Road
    7.9/10(670 votes)

    #4 - Old Cherry Blossom Road

    S2:E4

    Lila hasn't given up trying to find out what happened to the missing Lodz. Iris begs her brother not to harbor so many secrets. Jones finds new work for Sofie. Balthus sees another display of Justin's power.

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  5. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 5 - Creed, OK
    8.1/10(652 votes)

    #5 - Creed, OK

    S2:E5

    After a conversation with Ruthie, Sofie reaches out to Ben; Stumpy wagers on an important fight. Dolan puts pressure on Justin, who sees things in a new light after receiving a mysterious gift. Stroud's quest to find Ben continues.

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  6. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 6 - The Road to Damascus
    8.0/10(638 votes)

    #6 - The Road to Damascus

    S2:E6

    Samson runs into an old acquaintance when the troupe crosses paths with another carnival. Rita Sue's business decisions give Stumpy fits. Justin and Iris struggle with a tough sermon. Libby's honor is in need of defense.

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  8. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 7 - Damascus, NE
    8.5/10(644 votes)

    #7 - Damascus, NE

    S2:E7

    Stroud is closing in on Ben, who pays a visit to a run-down hotel. Justin and Iris pacify a bishop with a good meal. Sabina shares her secrets with Libby; the troupe is concerned about Sofie. Jones gets a favor from Libby.

    Director:Alan Taylor
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 8 - Outskirts, Damascus, NE
    8.5/10(646 votes)

    #8 - Outskirts, Damascus, NE

    S2:E8

    A local politician receives Iris and Justin's support. Ruthie tries to hide from her visions. Rita Sue takes charge of Stumpy's debt. Smith sees trouble for Justin. Sofie gets new work. Libby has shocking news for her parents.

    Director:Tim Hunter

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  10. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 9 - Lincoln Highway, UT
    8.7/10(678 votes)

    #9 - Lincoln Highway, UT

    S2:E9

    Ruthie's latest vision leaves evidence behind. Lila hasn't given up her search for the missing Lodz. Eleanor goes on a picnic with Iris. Justin's powers calm a chaotic gathering.

    Director:Unknown

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  11. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 10 - Cheyenne, WY
    8.3/10(629 votes)

    #10 - Cheyenne, WY

    S2:E10

    Justin has help avoiding a disaster. Iris locates another branch of her family tree. Stroud tries a strength-in-numbers approach. Libby is cowed by her mother's authority. Ruthie pays another late-night visit to Lila.

    Director:Todd Field

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  12. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 11 - Outside New Canaan
    8.5/10(637 votes)

    #11 - Outside New Canaan

    S2:E11

    Lila voices her opposition to Samson's itinerary for the troupe. Justin's baptism of the faithful coincides with another tragedy and a startling event in the migrant camp. Libby pleads with Jones to reveal his secret. Sofie sees a familiar face.

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  13. Carnivàle Season 2 Episode 12 - New Canaan, CA
    8.8/10(773 votes)

    #12 - New Canaan, CA

    S2:E12

    Samson tries to stay a step ahead of impending chaos. Stroud does his best to protect Justin. Ben's powers face the ultimate test.

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Los Moscos" is the best rated episode of "Carnivàle" season 2. It scored 8.3/10 based on 727 votes. Directed by Jeremy Podeswa and written by Daniel Knauf, it aired on 1/9/2005. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Alamogordo, NM".