The Best Episodes of Carnivàle Season 2

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.3/10(727 votes)

   #1 - Los Moscos

   S2:E11/9/2005

   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.

   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

   Writer:Daniel Knauf

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   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

   Writer:Daniel Knauf
2. 

   7.9/10(685 votes)

   #2 - Alamogordo, NM

   S2:E21/16/2005

   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.

   Director:Jack Bender

   Writer:William Schmidt

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   Director:Jack Bender

   Writer:William Schmidt
3. 

   7.8/10(687 votes)

   #3 - Ingram, TX

   S2:E31/23/2005

   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.

   Director:John Patterson

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:John Patterson

   Writer:Unknown
4. 

   7.9/10(670 votes)

   #4 - Old Cherry Blossom Road

   S2:E41/30/2005

   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.

   Director:Steve Shill

   Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

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   Director:Steve Shill

   Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin
5. 

   8.1/10(652 votes)

   #5 - Creed, OK

   S2:E52/6/2005

   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.

   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

   Writer:Tracy Tormé

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   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

   Writer:Tracy Tormé
6. 

   8.0/10(638 votes)

   #6 - The Road to Damascus

   S2:E62/13/2005

   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.

   Director:Tucker Gates

   Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

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   Director:Tucker Gates

   Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin
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7. 

   8.5/10(644 votes)

   #7 - Damascus, NE

   S2:E72/20/2005

   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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   Director:Alan Taylor

   Writer:Unknown
8. 

   8.5/10(646 votes)

   #8 - Outskirts, Damascus, NE

   S2:E82/27/2005

   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

   Writer:Daniel Knauf

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   Director:Tim Hunter

   Writer:Daniel Knauf
9. 

   8.7/10(678 votes)

   #9 - Lincoln Highway, UT

   S2:E93/6/2005

   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

   Writer:William Schmidt

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   Director:Unknown

   Writer:William Schmidt
10. 

    8.3/10(629 votes)

    #10 - Cheyenne, WY

    S2:E103/13/2005

    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

    Writer:Tracy Tormé

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    Director:Todd Field

    Writer:Tracy Tormé
11. 

    8.5/10(637 votes)

    #11 - Outside New Canaan

    S2:E113/20/2005

    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.

    Director:Dan Lerner

    Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

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    Director:Dan Lerner

    Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin
12. 

    8.8/10(773 votes)

    #12 - New Canaan, CA

    S2:E123/27/2005

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

    Director:Scott Winant

    Writers:Tracy Tormé, Daniel Knauf

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    Director:Scott Winant

    Writers:Tracy Tormé, Daniel Knauf