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The Best Episodes of Cruel Summer Season 2

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

Taking place over three summers - 1993, 1994, 1995 - in a small Texas town, a beautiful popular teen, Kate, is abducted and, seemingly unrelated,...
Genres:DramaMystery
Network:Freeform

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Welcome to Chatham" is the best rated episode of "Cruel Summer" season 2. It scored 6.9/10 based on 318 votes. Directed by Bill Purple and written by Tia Napolitano, Elle Triedman, it aired on 6/5/2023. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Ride or Die".

  • Welcome to Chatham
    6.9/10318 votes

    #1 - Welcome to Chatham

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/5/2023

    In Summer 1999, small-town computer genius Megan resents the arrival of outgoing and mysterious foreign exchange student Isabella. Little does she know how her life will change by Summer 2000.

    Director: Bill Purple

    Writer: Tia Napolitano, Elle Triedman

  • Ride or Die
    6.9/10242 votes

    #2 - Ride or Die

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/5/2023

    In Summer 1999, Isabella grows closer to Luke while struggling to connect with Megan. In Winter 1999, Isabella searches for justice following the disastrous Christmas party.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Matt Morgan

  • Bloody Knuckles
    6.9/10201 votes

    #3 - Bloody Knuckles

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 6/12/2023

    In Summer 1999, Megan and Isabella bond during an overnight at the Chambers’ cabin. Luke tries to stand up to Brent, but ends up causing more problems for his dad. Suspicions are raised after fingerprints are found on the gun that shot Luke.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Springing a Leak
    7.0/10197 votes

    #4 - Springing a Leak

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 6/19/2023

    In Summer 1999, Megan wants to be adventurous and makes fake IDs for the gang. In Winter 1999, a burst pipe leads the Landrys and Isabella to a messy night at the Chambers house. Isabella wants to help but is met with resistance from Megan.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • All I Want for Christmas
    7.0/10186 votes

    #5 - All I Want for Christmas

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 6/26/2023

    In Summer 1999, Isabella is rocked by a surprise visit from her past. In Winter 1999, Isabella’s concerns for Megan lead her to some surprising news. In Summer 2000, family loyalties are tested.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Plunge
    6.8/10182 votes

    #6 - The Plunge

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 7/3/2023

    In summer 1999, sparks fly at Luke's birthday party. In winter 1999, relationships are tested as Megan becomes more distant from Luke. In summer 2000, Megan obsesses over an interesting letter she received.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • It's the End of the World
    7.1/10175 votes

    #7 - It's the End of the World

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/10/2023

    In winter 1999, tensions are high on Y2K. At the New Year's Eve party, a not-so-secret conversation changes the lives of the trio forever. In summer 2000, suspicion falls on Ned after some new evidence from summer 1999 comes to light.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Confess Your Sins
    7.2/10181 votes

    #8 - Confess Your Sins

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 7/17/2023

    In summer 1999, new friendships are formed and secrets are kept as the crew approaches senior year at the annual school car wash. In winter 1999, Megan and Isabella push for answers. In summer 2000, Debbie wants to protect her daughter.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Diana Glogau

  • The Miseducation of Luke Chambers
    7.2/10170 votes

    #9 - The Miseducation of Luke Chambers

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 7/24/2023

    Luke examines all his relationships and worries that the pressures of being a “Chambers man” have changed him.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Endgame
    7.7/10246 votes

    #10 - Endgame

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 7/31/2023

    As timelines collide, friendships implode, new evidence emerges, and the shocking truth is revealed...in more ways than one.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A