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The Best Episodes of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2

Every episode of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 1 - Shadows
    8.1/10(4611 votes)

    #1 - Shadows

    S2:E1

    Coulson and his team are now wanted fugitives with limited resources, but that's not stopping them from keeping the world safe from powerful and unseen threats everywhere. However, with new members they hardly know, will S.H.I.E.L.D. ever be trusted again?

    Director:Vincent Misiano
    Writers:Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon

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  2. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 2 - Heavy Is the Head
    7.9/10(3982 votes)

    #2 - Heavy Is the Head

    S2:E2

    Hunted and running out of solutions, Phil Coulson puts his team right in the line of fire in the hopes of saving them all. But with General Glenn Talbot, HYDRA, and Carl Creel all on the attack, can they possibly survive? Meanwhile, a mysterious Doctor harbors some dangerous secrets that could destroy one of our core team members.

    Director:Jesse Bochco
    Writer:Paul Zbyszewski

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  3. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 3 - Making Friends and Influencing People
    8.0/10(3866 votes)

    #3 - Making Friends and Influencing People

    S2:E3

    Coulson and his team race against HYDRA to get to Donnie Gill--a dangerous gifted with the ability to freeze objects--while Simmons is caught in the crossfire.

    Director:Bobby Roth
    Writer:Monica Owusu-Breen

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  4. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 4 - Face My Enemy
    8.1/10(3845 votes)

    #4 - Face My Enemy

    S2:E4

    While on a mission to learn more about the secrets of the mysterious writing, Coulson finds himself attacked by the only person he can trust: Agent Melinda May. Meanwhile, the rest of the team is trapped in an explosive situation, and it's up to Fitz to save them--but is he up to it?

    Director:Kevin Tancharoen
    Writer:Drew Z. Greenberg

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  5. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 5 - A Hen in the Wolf House
    8.6/10(4058 votes)

    #5 - A Hen in the Wolf House

    S2:E5

    Coulson's team is up against the beautiful and deadly Bobbi Morse--Security Chief for HYDRA. Meanwhile, Skye's father forces Raina to reunite him with his daughter at any cost.

    Director:Holly Dale
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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  6. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 6 - A Fractured House
    8.0/10(3761 votes)

    #6 - A Fractured House

    S2:E6

    The world turns against S.H.I.E.L.D. when HYDRA impersonates them to attack The United Nations, and an unexpected enemy leads the charge to bring about their downfall.

    Director:Ron Underwood
    Writers:Rafe Judkins, Lauren LeFranc

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  7. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 7 - The Writing on the Wall
    8.3/10(3786 votes)

    #7 - The Writing on the Wall

    S2:E7

    The team discovers murder victims with the alien glyphs on them that Coulson's been etching. All of Coulson's secrets and lies come to a head.

    Director:Vincent Misiano
    Writer:Craig Titley

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  8. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 8 - The Things We Bury
    8.5/10(3872 votes)

    #8 - The Things We Bury

    S2:E8

    Coulson and team find themselves in an epic face-off against HYDRA to uncover an ancient secret, while Ward kidnaps his brother, Senator Christian Ward, for a violent trip down memory lane.

    Director:Milan Cheylov
    Writer:Daniel J. Doyle

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  9. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 9 - ...Ye Who Enter Here
    8.4/10(3735 votes)

    #9 - ...Ye Who Enter Here

    S2:E9

    S.H.I.E.L.D. discovers the ancient city before HYDRA, but uncovering the secrets may require one of Coulson's team to make the ultimate sacrifice. Meanwhile, Melinda May and Skye race to get to Raina before Daniel Whitehall takes her.

    Director:Billy Gierhart
    Writer:Paul Zbyszewski

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  10. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 10 - What They Become
    9.1/10(5240 votes)

    #10 - What They Become

    S2:E10

    Coulson and Whitehall's forces meet in an explosive confrontation that dramatically alters everyone's fates. Meanwhile, Skye discovers shocking secrets about her past.

    Director:Michael Zinberg
    Writer:Jeffrey Bell

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  11. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 11 - Aftershocks
    8.3/10(3750 votes)

    #11 - Aftershocks

    S2:E11

    Coulson's team must deal with the consequences of their war with HYDRA as shocking revelations threaten to tear them apart, and HYDRA makes a dangerous move that may involve a traitor in S.H.I.E.L.D.'s midst.

    Director:Billy Gierhart
    Writers:Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon

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  12. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 12 - Who You Really Are
    8.0/10(3552 votes)

    #12 - Who You Really Are

    S2:E12

    Coulson and his team come to the aid of a confused Lady Sif, who has lost her memory after fighting with a mysterious warrior whose mission will send shockwaves through S.H.I.E.L.D. Meanwhile, Bobbi and Mack continue to hide their true mission from everyone close to them.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writer:Drew Z. Greenberg

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  13. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 13 - One of Us
    7.8/10(3442 votes)

    #13 - One of Us

    S2:E13

    Cal seeks revenge on Coulson by assembling a team of Super Villains to destroy S.H.I.E.L.D. Meanwhile, May calls on renowned Dr. Andrew Garner, her charismatic ex-husband, with a crisis that threatens to tear the team apart.

    Director:Kevin Tancharoen
    Writer:Monica Owusu-Breen

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  14. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 14 - Love in the Time of Hydra
    7.6/10(3484 votes)

    #14 - Love in the Time of Hydra

    S2:E14

    Coulson and his team are still reeling from a shocking revelation that leaves the team fractured as they must decide what to do with one of their own. Meanwhile, Bobbi and Mack reveal their true allegiance to Hunter, while elsewhere, Ward and Agent 33 embark on a personal mission.

    Director:Jesse Bochco
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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  15. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 15 - One Door Closes
    8.5/10(3641 votes)

    #15 - One Door Closes

    S2:E15

    War comes to Coulson's doorstep in a way he never anticipated as shocking revelations are brought to light, and Skye struggles to control her new abilities but will soon make a decision that irrevocably changes her life.

    Director:David Solomon
    Writers:Rafe Judkins, Lauren LeFranc

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  16. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 16 - Afterlife
    8.1/10(3588 votes)

    #16 - Afterlife

    S2:E16

    As Robert Gonzales makes his move, Coulson must do whatever it takes to protect the future of S.H.I.E.L.D. Meanwhile Skye’s journey to control her powers takes a surprising turn when she meets the enigmatic Inhuman named Lincoln.

    Director:Kevin Hooks
    Writer:Craig Titley

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  17. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 17 - Melinda
    8.4/10(3791 votes)

    #17 - Melinda

    S2:E17

    The story of Melinda May’s transformation into “The Cavalry” is revealed as she finds herself at a crossroads in the war between Coulson and Gonzales. As Skye learns more about her true heritage from Lincoln, the truth about the Inhumans will send her in a new direction.

    Director:Garry A. Brown
    Writer:Daniel J. Doyle

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  18. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 18 - The Frenemy of My Enemy
    8.4/10(3507 votes)

    #18 - The Frenemy of My Enemy

    S2:E18

    A dangerous new alliance is formed as Coulson and Hunter turn to the last person anyone would expect – Grant Ward! As the war between S.H.I.E.L.D. factions continues, Skye and Lincoln will find themselves drawn into this conflict.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writers:Paul Zbyszewski, Monica Owusu-Breen

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  19. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 19 - The Dirty Half Dozen
    8.7/10(3860 votes)

    #19 - The Dirty Half Dozen

    S2:E19

    Gonzales and Coulson must find a way to put their differences aside and work together against HYDRA, even if it means teaming up with someone they don't trust.

    Director:Kevin Tancharoen
    Writers:Brent Fletcher, Drew Z. Greenberg

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  20. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 20 - Scars
    8.4/10(3483 votes)

    #20 - Scars

    S2:E20

    Skye is torn between her loyalty to S.H.I.E.L.D. and her connection to the Inhumans as tensions rise between the groups -- and Coulson reveals a secret he's been hiding from even those closest to him.

    Director:Bobby Roth
    Writers:Rafe Judkins, Lauren LeFranc

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  21. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 21 - S.O.S. (1)
    8.9/10(4311 votes)

    #21 - S.O.S. (1)

    S2:E21

    S.H.I.E.L.D. puts everything on the line to survive a war that blurs the line between friend and foe. Coulson and his team will be forced to make shocking sacrifices that will leave their relationships and their world changed forever.

    Director:Vincent Misiano
    Writer:Jeffrey Bell

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  22. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 Episode 22 - S.O.S. (2)
    9.3/10(5146 votes)

    #22 - S.O.S. (2)

    S2:E22

    S.H.I.E.L.D. puts everything on the line to survive a war that blurs the line between friend and foe. Coulson and his team will be forced to make shocking sacrifices that will leave their relationships and their world changed forever.

    Director:Billy Gierhart
    Writers:Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Shadows" is the best rated episode of "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." season 2. It scored 8.1/10 based on 4611 votes. Directed by Vincent Misiano and written by Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon, it aired on 9/23/2014. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Heavy Is the Head".