The Best Episodes of For All Mankind Season 2

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.1/10(38 votes)

   #1 - Every Little Thing

   S2:E12/19/2021

   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

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   Director:Michael Morris

   Writer:Ronald D. Moore
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   6.7/10(34 votes)

   #2 - The Bleeding Edge

   S2:E22/26/2021

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

   Director:Michael Morris

   Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert

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   Director:Michael Morris

   Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert
3. 

   7.1/10(34 votes)

   #3 - Rules of Engagement

   S2:E33/5/2021

   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

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   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writer:Stephanie Shannon
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   6.8/10(34 votes)

   #4 - Pathfinder

   S2:E43/12/2021

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

   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson

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   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson
5. 

   6.7/10(32 votes)

   #5 - The Weight

   S2:E53/19/2021

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

   Director:Meera Menon

   Writers:Nichole Beattie, Joe Menosky

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   Director:Meera Menon

   Writers:Nichole Beattie, Joe Menosky
6. 

   6.7/10(33 votes)

   #6 - Best-Laid Plans

   S2:E63/26/2021

   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

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   Director:Meera Menon

   Writer:Joe Menosky
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7. 

   6.5/10(33 votes)

   #7 - Don't Be Cruel

   S2:E74/2/2021

   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

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   Director:Dennie Gordon

   Writer:Nichole Beattie
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   7.0/10(33 votes)

   #8 - And Here's to You

   S2:E84/9/2021

   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

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   Director:Dennie Gordon

   Writer:Ronald D. Moore
9. 

   7.2/10(36 votes)

   #9 - Triage

   S2:E94/16/2021

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

   Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson

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   Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson
10. 

    7.9/10(38 votes)

    #10 - The Grey

    S2:E104/23/2021

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

    Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert

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    Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert