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The Best Episodes of For All Mankind Season 2

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

Explore an aspirational world where NASA and the space program remained a priority and a focal point of our hopes and dreams as told through the lives of NASA astronauts, engineers, and their families.

Genres:DramaSci-Fi & FantasyWar & Politics
Network:Apple TV+

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "For All Mankind" season 2 is "Every Little Thing", rated 7.8/10 from 2046 user votes. It was directed by Michael Morris and written by Ronald D. Moore. "Every Little Thing" aired on 2/19/2021 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "The Bleeding Edge".

  • Every Little Thing
    7.8/10 2,046 votes

    #1 - Every Little Thing

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2/19/2021

    Nearly a decade later, technology and lunar exploration have taken huge strides—but a solar storm threatens the astronauts on Jamestown.

    Director: Michael Morris

    Writer: Ronald D. Moore

  • The Bleeding Edge
    7.3/10 1,750 votes

    #2 - The Bleeding Edge

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 2/26/2021

    Margo must lead a seemingly impossible mission. Danielle wants to return to the moon. Gordo grapples with life on Earth.

    Director: Michael Morris

    Writer: Matt Wolpert, Ben Nedivi

  • Rules of Engagement
    8.0/10 1,958 votes

    #3 - Rules of Engagement

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 3/5/2021

    A dispute on the moon prompts NASA officials to consider arming astronauts. Ed’s past comes back to haunt him.

    Director: Andrew Stanton

    Writer: Stephanie Shannon

  • Pathfinder
    7.6/10 1,677 votes

    #4 - Pathfinder

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 3/12/2021

    With a little help from Molly, Ed plans a career change—as his old Jamestown crewmates Gordo and Danielle struggle.

    Director: Andrew Stanton

    Writer: Bradley Thompson, David Weddle

  • The Weight
    7.4/10 1,593 votes

    #5 - The Weight

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 3/19/2021

    Ed's reckless behavior at NASA shakes the foundation of the Baldwin family. Tracy attempts to readapt to life in space.

    Director: Meera Menon

    Writer: Nichole Beattie, Joe Menosky

  • Best-Laid Plans
    7.6/10 1,591 votes

    #6 - Best-Laid Plans

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 3/26/2021

    American astronauts and NASA leadership prepare for a new mission with unlikely partners. Ellen gets in touch with an old friend.

    Director: Meera Menon

    Writer: Joe Menosky

  • Don't Be Cruel
    7.7/10 1,711 votes

    #7 - Don't Be Cruel

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 4/2/2021

    Ellen is challenged by her new role. Margo’s allegiances are put to the test. Karen explores new opportunities—personally and professionally.

    Director: Dennie Gordon

    Writer: Nichole Beattie

  • And Here's to You
    7.8/10 1,770 votes

    #8 - And Here's to You

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 4/9/2021

    Gordo returns to space. Molly faces an upsetting new reality. Aleida confronts her first major hurdle at work.

    Director: Dennie Gordon

    Writer: Ronald D. Moore

  • Triage
    8.6/10 1,987 votes

    #9 - Triage

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 4/16/2021

    The rivalry between American astronauts and Soviet cosmonauts intensifies as last-minute changes impact the Pathfinder mission plan.

    Director: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writer: Bradley Thompson, David Weddle

  • The Grey
    9.4/10 3,929 votes

    #10 - The Grey

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 4/23/2021

    Tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union reach an all-time high on the moon, throwing multiple missions into jeopardy. Season finale.

    Director: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writer: Matt Wolpert, Ben Nedivi