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The Best Episodes of Defiance Season 2

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

In the near future, planet Earth is permanently altered following the sudden—and tumultuous—arrival of seven unique alien races. In the boom-town of Defiance, the newly-formed civilization of humans and aliens must learn to co-exist peacefully.

Genres:DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:Syfy

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Defiance" season 2 is "The Opposite of Hallelujah", rated 7.5/10 from 457 user votes. It was directed by Michael Nankin and written by Kevin Murphy. "The Opposite of Hallelujah" aired on 6/19/2014 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "In My Secret Life".

  • The Opposite of Hallelujah
    7.5/10 457 votes

    #1 - The Opposite of Hallelujah

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/19/2014

    Nolan's desperate search for Irisa yields vital information which takes him south; back in Defiance, the Earth Republic has installed Mayor Pottinger, a charming, calculating and ambitious man who takes control.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: Kevin Murphy

  • In My Secret Life
    7.5/10 379 votes

    #2 - In My Secret Life

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/26/2014

    Irisa returns to Defiance and is arrested; Mayor Pottinger offers Nolan her release in exchange for capturing those responsible for nearly killing him; Stahma plots to keep Datak behind bars.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: Michael Taylor

  • The Cord and the Ax
    7.8/10 382 votes

    #3 - The Cord and the Ax

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 7/3/2014

    Irisa's terrifying black-outs escalate, driving a wedge of secrecy between her and a worried Nolan. Meanwhile, the Tarr family business thrives under Stahma's self-appointed direction while an increasingly suspicious Datak remains in jail.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: Allison Miller

  • Beasts of Burden
    7.8/10 364 votes

    #4 - Beasts of Burden

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 7/10/2014

    After his caravan is viscously attacked in the badlands, a badly shaken Pottinger orders Nolan to hunt down and destroy those responsible. Nolan’s manhunt implicates one of Rafe’s miners causing tensions to explode.

    Director: Allan Kroeker

    Writer: Todd Slavkin, Darren Swimmer

  • Put The Damage On
    7.4/10 360 votes

    #5 - Put The Damage On

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 7/17/2014

    Amanda is terrorised by a stalker but the true reasons behind her frightening experiences have far reaching ramifications not only for her but for Pottinger and Doc Yewll as well.

    Director: Allan Kroeker

    Writer: Nevin Densham

  • This Woman's Work
    7.6/10 350 votes

    #6 - This Woman's Work

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 7/24/2014

    After an Arkfall crash, Pottinger recruits Nolan to lead their salvage mission but his secret agenda puts them in grave danger against an Alien race they’ve never encountered before.

    Director: Allan Arkush

    Writer: Brian A. Alexander

  • If You Could See Her Through My Eyes
    7.8/10 366 votes

    #7 - If You Could See Her Through My Eyes

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/31/2014

    Datak is framed for a bizarre murder and turns to an unlikely ally for help; Irisa discovers more about her destiny after encountering a mysterious stranger.

    Director: Allan Arkush

    Writer: Brusta Brown, John Mitchell Todd

  • Slouching Towards Bethlehem
    7.4/10 342 votes

    #8 - Slouching Towards Bethlehem

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 8/7/2014

    Nolan must stop a terrorist from destroying New York, but his biggest obstacle may be….Amanda?

    Director: Larry Shaw

    Writer: Bryan Q. Miller

  • Painted From Memory
    7.7/10 332 votes

    #9 - Painted From Memory

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 8/14/2014

    Kenya’s earth-shattering return continues sending shock waves through Defiance as Stahma tries to reconcile Kenya’s reappearance, while Doc Yewll works to keep her own dark secret hidden.

    Director: Larry Shaw

    Writer: Kevin Murphy

  • Bottom of the World
    7.3/10 328 votes

    #10 - Bottom of the World

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 8/21/2014

    Nolan and Rafe race against the clock to rescue Amanda and Pottinger trapped in a deadly mine collapse.

    Director: Andy Wolk

    Writer: Anupam Nigam

  • Doll Parts
    7.9/10 365 votes

    #11 - Doll Parts

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 8/21/2014

    With Nolan searching for Irisa, Amanda is forced to take on the badge as Deputy when the shocking murder of one of their own rocks Defiance.

    Director: Andy Wolk

    Writer: Phoef Sutton

  • All Things Must Pass
    7.9/10 362 votes

    #12 - All Things Must Pass

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 8/28/2014

    Nolan races to save Tommy’s life and stop Irisa before her growing forces can put their devastating plan into motion. Meanwhile back in town, Amanda learns the heart-breaking truth about her sister’s murder leading to a daring showdown between Amanda and Stahma.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: Todd Slavkin, Darren Swimmer

  • I Almost Prayed
    8.1/10 420 votes

    #13 - I Almost Prayed

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 8/28/2014

    The fate of Defiance hangs in the balance; Nolan must fight against the republic and old friends to stop Irisa.

    Director: Kevin Murphy

    Writer: Michael Nankin