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The Best Episodes of Prodigal Son Season 2

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

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The son of a notorious serial killer becomes an acclaimed criminal psychologist who uses his unique insight into how killers think to help the NYPD.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 1 - It’s All in the Execution
    7.2/10(963 votes)

    #1 - It’s All in the Execution

    S2:E1

    Bright finds his personal life in disarray after his sister's shocking actions. Now, he has to "take care" of her and protect his mother, Jessica, from a secret that could tear the family apart all over again. To distract himself, Malcolm takes on a new case and must find the killer behind a recent beheading in the city... and the only person he can turn to for help with the case is his father. Meanwhile, Martin returns to Claremont to a surprise new roommate and JT faces discrimination while on the job.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writers:Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver

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  2. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 2 - Speak of the Devil
    7.0/10(772 votes)

    #2 - Speak of the Devil

    S2:E2

    When a priest is found murdered in his place of worship, Bright grapples with its effect on his own trauma.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Eileen Jones

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  3. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 3 - Alma Mater
    8.0/10(629 votes)

    #3 - Alma Mater

    S2:E3

    When the headmaster of Bright's alma mater is found murdered, he is forced to face a troubling secret from his past. Meanwhile, Jessica struggles with her decision to end things with Gil, Martin grows closer to Friar Pete and JT eagerly anticipates the birth of his baby.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writer:Lisa Randolph

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  4. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 4 - Take Your Father to Work Day
    8.5/10(664 votes)

    #4 - Take Your Father to Work Day

    S2:E4

    Martin is delighted when a murder at Claremont Psychiatric brings the NYPD into his territory, allowing him direct involvement with one of Malcolm's cases. While working the same job, Ainsley's suspicion grows when she feels Malcolm may be hiding something from her. All the while, Malcolm and Ainsley must dodge their mother, who's wondering why they got rid of her favorite rug.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writer:Elizabeth Peterson

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  5. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 5 - Bad Manners
    7.7/10(611 votes)

    #5 - Bad Manners

    S2:E5

    Malcolm and Ainsley both race to find the killer in the so-called "Debutante Slayings," but Ainsley's persistence has Malcolm worried about what her actual motive might be. While Martin is thrilled to see his daughter's passion in the field, Jessica suggests she and Ainsley take a vacation. Meanwhile, JT meets with his union rep to decide if he should file an official complaint against the cop who discriminated against him.

    Director:Chris Grismer
    Writer:Marcus Dalzine

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  6. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 6 - Head Case
    8.3/10(657 votes)

    #6 - Head Case

    S2:E6

    The team investigates the murder of an architect who was tasked with renovating a supposedly haunted hotel.

    Director:Lisa Robinson
    Writer:Wyatt Cain

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  7. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 7 - Face Value
    8.0/10(610 votes)

    #7 - Face Value

    S2:E7

    Malcolm focuses on a case in which a famous plastic surgeon is murdered; Martin gets a new job working in the infirmary with Dr. Vivian Capshaw; Jessica is surprised to learn her younger sister is in town.

    Director:Lou Diamond Phillips
    Writer:Lauriel Harte Marger

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  8. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 8 - Ouroboros
    8.0/10(586 votes)

    #8 - Ouroboros

    S2:E8

    When world-famous Europol profiler Simon Hoxley shows up in New York and claims that Major Crimes' current case is connected to the discovery of Endicott's body overseas, Bright fears he and Ainsley's secret is about to be exposed. Meanwhile, Martin gets to know Dr. Vivian Capshaw.

    Director:Chris Grismer
    Writers:Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman

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  9. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 9 - The Killabustas
    7.8/10(521 votes)

    #9 - The Killabustas

    S2:E9

    Despite Gil's fatherly concerns, Bright throws himself into a new case involving an escalating killer that has Edrisa's online vigilante group, known as the "Killabustas," trying to stop him. Meanwhile, Jessica realizes that she must dive deep into her past traumas in order to write a book and may need Gil's help to do it. Then, Martin's relationship with Dr. Capshaw intensifies.

    Director:Dermott Downs
    Writer:Sabrina Deana-Roga

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  10. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 10 - Exit Strategy
    8.4/10(544 votes)

    #10 - Exit Strategy

    S2:E10

    As Malcolm distances himself from Martin, Jessica does the opposite, diving head-first into the past for the sake of her tell-all book. Meanwhile, Martin is desperate to get in touch with his son ahead of his imminent plans, as Dr. Vivian Capshaw grows increasingly suspicious. Meanwhile, the NYPD investigates a crime of passion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 11 - You Can Run...
    8.5/10(530 votes)

    #11 - You Can Run...

    S2:E11

    After a terrifying incident at Claremont, Malcolm is in a race against time to track down multiple killers. The NYPD realizes someone close to home might be the key to finding them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 12 - Sun and Fun
    8.9/10(584 votes)

    #12 - Sun and Fun

    S2:E12

    As the search intensifies for a serial killer on the run, so does Malcolm's tenacity, causing U.S. Marshal Emily Ruiz to kick him off the case. However, Malcolm doesn't back down that easily.

    Director:Chris Grismer
    Writer:Lisa Randolph

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  13. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 13 - The Last Weekend
    8.9/10(656 votes)

    #13 - The Last Weekend

    S2:E13

    The search for a serial killer known as "The Woodsman" might help the NYPD find one of their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"It’s All in the Execution" is the best rated episode of "Prodigal Son" season 2. It scored 7.2/10 based on 963 votes. Directed by Antonio Negret and written by Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver, it aired on 1/12/2021. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Speak of the Devil".