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The Best Episodes of Perception Season 2

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

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Dr. Daniel Pierce, a neuroscientist and professor, is recruited to help the federal government crack difficult cases. His intimate knowledge of human behavior and masterful understanding of the mind give him an extraordinary ability to

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Perception Season 2 Episode 1 - Ch-Ch-Changes
    7.5/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Ch-Ch-Changes

    S2:E1

    FBI Agent Kate Moretti asks Dr. Daniel Pierce to determine the mental competency of a man being retried for murder. But the trial takes a shocking and unexpected turn when Pierce’s findings question whether the person standing trial is the same person he was six years ago. Meanwhile, Moretti is unpleasantly surprised to discover that the Assistant U.S. Attorney prosecuting the case is her soon-to-be-ex-husband Donnie Ryan.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writers:Kenneth Biller, Jason Ning

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  2. Perception Season 2 Episode 2 - Alienation
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #2 - Alienation

    S2:E2

    Pierce and Moretti take on an extraterrestrial case when a woman reports that aliens have abducted her husband. When Pierce and Moretti arrive to investigate, however, they make a startling discovery. Meanwhile, things heat up between Pierce and his real-life girlfriend, Caroline, but his relationship could be jeopardized if he can't get his imaginary girlfriend, Natalie, out of his mind.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writer:Michael Sussman

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  3. Perception Season 2 Episode 3 - Blindness
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Blindness

    S2:E3

    When a series of bizarre public murders occur, Pierce realizes that the killer is trying to send a message about inattentional blindness, but Donnie doubts this theory. But Pierce has a trick up his sleeve that can prove his point, and they must scramble to piece together the clues before the clever killer can make any more examples out of innocent victims.

    Director:Jeff Woolnough
    Writer:Nicki Paluga

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  4. Perception Season 2 Episode 4 - Toxic
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Toxic

    S2:E4

    Pierce accepts an invitation to work on a case from a renowned environmental activist concerning a chain of abnormal neurological reactions in a group of young girls. However, upon examining the girls, Pierce discovers that a dark secret is at the root of their ailments. Meanwhile, Moretti questions Pierce’s motives in working on a case without her.

    Director:Jeff Woolnough
    Writer:Warren Hsu Leonard

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  5. Perception Season 2 Episode 5 - Caleidoscope
    7.5/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Caleidoscope

    S2:E5

    Pierce and Morretti plunge into virtual reality to solve the murder of Kurt Simpson, a man who spent most of his time in a massive multiplayer online game called Caleidoscope. After creating an avatar of himself to investigate the crime, Pierce struggles more than ever to distinguish between reality and fantasy.

    Director:Christopher Misiano
    Writer:Jonathan Abrahams

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  6. Perception Season 2 Episode 6 - Defective
    5.9/10(7 votes)

    #6 - Defective

    S2:E6

    A new brain device to control tremors seems to have a defect that turns out to be far more serious than a technical malfunction, and Pierce partners with Donnie to investigate. Their unlikely alliance is tested when the case escalates to murder. Meanwhile, Lewicki learns a valuable lesson about dating.

    Director:Andrew Bernstein
    Writers:Raf Green, Charley Dane

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  7. Perception Season 2 Episode 7 - Neuropositive
    6.6/10(5 votes)

    #7 - Neuropositive

    S2:E7

    When Moretti receives a deathbed confession about the hit-and-run murder of a teenager from 1992, she calls on Pierce to determine the ailing man's credibility. The case becomes complicated, however, when the alleged killer's physician, Dr. Hutchins, reveals that his patient’s tumor has mysteriously disappeared. Pierce and Moretti must dig deeper into the past to uncover the truth behind a shocking series of apparent homicides.

    Director:Andrew Bernstein
    Writer:Sean Whitesell

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  8. Perception Season 2 Episode 8 - Asylum
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #8 - Asylum

    S2:E8

    Pierce investigates a stabbing at a psychiatric hospital and becomes convinced that the hospital is full of dark secrets.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Perception Season 2 Episode 9 - Wounded
    5.6/10(8 votes)

    #9 - Wounded

    S2:E9

    Donnie tries to help a war hero who suffers from a neurological disorder; Pierce is surprised by an old flame.

    Director:Kenneth Biller
    Writer:Michael Sussman

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  10. Perception Season 2 Episode 10 - Warrior
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Warrior

    S2:E10

    Moretti faces criminal charges after taking matters into her own hands on a dangerous case; Pierce and Donnie try to clear Kate's name.

    Director:Kenneth Biller
    Writer:Amanda Green

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  11. Perception Season 2 Episode 11 - Curveball
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #11 - Curveball

    S2:E11

    Pierce fights for an autistic teen who is under interrogation for murder; Dean Haley attempts to convince a neuroscience prodigy to attend CLMU.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writer:Jason Ning

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  12. Perception Season 2 Episode 12 - Brotherhood
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #12 - Brotherhood

    S2:E12

    Lewicki's brother shows up unannounced; Kenny is named the key suspect in a homicide case; Lewicki is approached with an offer that makes him question Pierce's loyalty.

    Director:Christopher Misiano
    Writer:Sean Whitesell

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  13. Perception Season 2 Episode 13 - Cobra
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #13 - Cobra

    S2:E13

    Pierce receives a tip that the CIA might be assassinating U.S. citizens; one of Pierce's close friends is murdered; Moretti tries to overcome her trust issues.

    Director:Christopher Misiano
    Writers:Jonathan Abrahams, Nicki Paluga

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  14. Perception Season 2 Episode 14 - Obsession
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #14 - Obsession

    S2:E14

    Pierce's mental stability is questioned and his job threatened when he is accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend, Caroline Newsome. As the situation escalates, Moretti works to find the real stalker with help from a visiting inspector from Canada.

    Director:Christopher Misiano
    Writers:Raf Green, Charley Dane

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Ch-Ch-Changes" is the best rated episode of "Perception" season 2. It scored 7.5/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Greg Beeman and written by Kenneth Biller, Jason Ning, it aired on 6/25/2013. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Alienation".