The Best Episodes of The Handmaid's Tale Season 2

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   9.0/10(5469 votes)

   #1 - The Last Ceremony

   S2:E106/20/2018

   A frustrated Serena becomes desperate. The Commander tries to make amends with Offred. Nick pushes Eden farther away. Offred is faced with an unexpected reunion.

   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

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   8.9/10(5036 votes)

   #2 - Smart Power

   S2:E96/13/2018

   The Waterfords embark on a diplomatic trip abroad. Serena faces the temptation of life outside Gilead. Luke and Moira grapple with survivor’s guilt. Offred seeks support from allies.

   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Jeremy Podeswa

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3. 

   8.7/10(6124 votes)

   #3 - June

   S2:E14/25/2018

   Offred reckons with the consequences of a dangerous decision while haunted by memories from her past and the violent beginnings of Gilead.

   Director:Mike Barker

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mike Barker

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4. 

   8.7/10(5150 votes)

   #4 - First Blood

   S2:E65/23/2018

   Offred finds unexpected allies and obstacles in her search for a way to protect Hannah. The Commander prepares for the dedication of a new Red Center. Nick struggles with his new assignment.

   Director:Mike Barker

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mike Barker

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   8.6/10(4840 votes)

   #5 - Women's Work

   S2:E86/6/2018

   A sick baby tests Offred and Serena. Janine finally faces Naomi.

   Director:Kari Skogland

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Kari Skogland

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6. 

   8.5/10(5757 votes)

   #6 - The Word

   S2:E137/11/2018

   Serena and the other Wives strive to make change. Emily learns more about her new Commander. Offred faces a difficult decision.

   Director:Mike Barker

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mike Barker

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7. 

   8.3/10(5031 votes)

   #7 - Holly

   S2:E116/27/2018

   Offred faces a grueling challenge alone as she recalls her life as a mother. Serena Joy and the Commander deal with the fallout of their actions towards Offred.

   Director:Daina Reid

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Daina Reid

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8. 

   8.3/10(4317 votes)

   #8 - Postpartum

   S2:E127/4/2018

   Offred is sent to a familiar place. Nick is rocked by Gilead’s brutal response to a crime. Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.

   Director:Daina Reid

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Daina Reid

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9. 

   8.2/10(5352 votes)

   #9 - Unwomen

   S2:E24/25/2018

   Offred adjusts to a new way of life. The arrival of an unexpected person disrupts the Colonies. A family is torn apart by the rise of Gilead.

   Director:Mike Barker

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mike Barker

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10. 

    8.2/10(4401 votes)

    #10 - After

    S2:E75/30/2018

    An attack sends shockwaves through both Gilead and Little America. Serena Joy makes a dangerous choice in order to protect her family. Moira searches for someone from her past.

    Director:Kari Skogland

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Kari Skogland

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11. 

    8.0/10(4455 votes)

    #11 - Seeds

    S2:E55/16/2018

    Offred spirals as a Gilead ceremony disrupts her relationship with Nick. Janine tries to adjust to life in the Colonies, jeopardizing her friendship with Emily.

    Director:Mike Barker

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Mike Barker

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12. 

    7.9/10(4935 votes)

    #12 - Baggage

    S2:E35/2/2018

    Offred reflects on her relationship with her mother as she navigates her way through Gilead. In Little America, Moira tries to cope with the trauma she endured.

    Director:Kari Skogland

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Kari Skogland

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13. 

    7.8/10(4578 votes)

    #13 - Other Women

    S2:E45/9/2018

    A baby shower provokes a troubling shift in Offred’s relationship with Serena Joy. Offred reckons with the choice she made that led her to become a Handmaid.

    Director:Kari Skogland

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Kari Skogland

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