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The Best Episodes of Rivals Season 2

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

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It is 1986 and Britain is booming. "Rivals" dives headfirst into the cutthroat world of TV where hair-dos are big and ambitions are even bigger. Deals are brokered in boardrooms, as well as bedrooms. Nobody

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Rivals Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.3/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    Following the events of the previous season, Rupert shelters Cameron whilst Tony, having survived his injury, seeks justice. A polo match takes place with both Corinium and Venturer filming for broadcast. Despite pressure from Tony, Cameron sides with Rupert. Tony promises revenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Rivals Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Tony Baddingham returns more dangerous than ever; as Declan attempts to rebuild his life, Taggie pines for a missing Rupert; a high-stakes polo match reignites the rivalry, redrawing battle lines for a costly new war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Rivals Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    A scandalous Corinium exposé sends shockwaves through Rutshire and Westminster and Rupert faces mounting pressure on election day over the future of his political career. Declan and Venturer reel from the fallout. As Venturer’s future is threatened, Tony exploits their growing divisions and Rupert is forced to confront the true cost of the scandal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Rivals Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Maud returns to Rutshire, igniting fury from Declan as Tony draws her into Corinium. Rupert tries to find a way forward, only for old sins to resurface. Venturer land a lucky break, but as A Midsummer Night’s Dream descends into chaos, Tony seduces Maud with the promise of stardom and her spellbinding turn as Titania makes it clear that ambition comes with a greater cost than she bargained for.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Rivals" season 2. It scored 8.3/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/15/2026. This episode is rated 1.6 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".