The Best Episodes of For All Mankind Season 2

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

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

Director: Michael Morris

Writer: Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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: Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert