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The Best Episodes of The Killing Season 2

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

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The Killing is an American crime drama television series based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen. Set in Seattle, Washington, the series follows the various murder investigations by homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Killing Season 2 Episode 13 - What I Know
    9.1/10(2236 votes)

    S2:E13

    Sarah and Holder's investigation comes to a close. Meanwhile, Richmond sets out on a bold new course; and a surprise source helps bring closure to the Larsens.

    Director:Patty Jenkins
    Writers:Dan Nowak, Veena Sud

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  2. The Killing Season 2 Episode 12 - Donnie or Marie
    8.6/10(1355 votes)

    S2:E12

    Sarah and Holder close in on the murderer. Meanwhile, the Richmond campaign preps for the election; and the Larsens seek to get their lives back in order.

    Director:Keith Gordon
    Writers:Wendy Riss, Aaron Zelman

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  3. The Killing Season 2 Episode 11 - Bulldog
    8.4/10(1304 votes)

    S2:E11

    A return to the casino winds up sending Sarah and Holder on the run, while Stan and Richmond face life-altering decisions.

    Director:Ed Bianchi
    Writer:Jeremy Doner

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  4. The Killing Season 2 Episode 9 - Sayonara Hiawatha
    8.2/10(1286 votes)

    S2:E9

    Richmond lends support to the investigation; Sarah tries to track down Rosie's key; and Stan deals with his troubled son.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

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  5. The Killing Season 2 Episode 1 - Reflections
    8.0/10(1482 votes)

    S2:E1

    In the aftermath of the shooting at City Hall and Linden's discovery that the photo leading to Councilman Darren Richmond's arrest was forged, Sarah returns to Seattle to investigate a possible cover up and wonders if she can trust her partner.

    Director:Agnieszka Holland
    Writer:Veena Sud

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  6. The Killing Season 2 Episode 7 - Keylela
    8.0/10(1278 votes)

    S2:E7

    The investigation refocuses on the casino; Stan has an uneasy face-to-face with Richmond; tension grips the Larsen house.

    Director:Nicole Kassell
    Writer:Dan Nowak

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  7. The Killing Season 2 Episode 8 - Off the Reservation
    8.0/10(1284 votes)

    S2:E8

    Holder disappears and a desperate Sarah goes looking for him; Stan decides to take matters into his own hands; and Richmond returns to City Hall.

    Director:Veena Sud
    Writer:Nathaniel Halpern

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  8. The Killing Season 2 Episode 2 - My Lucky Day
    7.9/10(1383 votes)

    S2:E2

    An ominous discovery is made at the Larsen house while Sarah travels to Tacoma to learn Councilman Richmond's dark secret. Meanwhile, Richmond is forced to come to grips with the fallout from the attack at City Hall.

    Director:Dan Attias
    Writers:Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

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  9. The Killing Season 2 Episode 5 - Ghosts of the Past
    7.8/10(1280 votes)

    S2:E5

    Sarah receives a message from the dead that may shed light on the identity of Rosie's killer. Meanwhile, Mitch befriends a young runaway; and Richmond has grave doubts about his future in politics.

    Director:Ed Bianchi
    Writer:Wendy Riss

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  10. The Killing Season 2 Episode 10 - 72 Hours
    7.8/10(1301 votes)

    S2:E10

    Sarah teeters on the edge. Stan attempts to make amends. Richmond receives an unexpected boost in the mayoral race.

    Director:Nicole Kassell
    Writer:Eliza Clark

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  11. The Killing Season 2 Episode 4 - Ogi Jun
    7.7/10(1218 votes)

    S2:E4

    Sarah and Holder identify the mystery man with the tattoo while Jamie attempts to enlist Gwen's help and Stan learns his past may have come back to haunt him.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writer:Jeremy Doner

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  12. The Killing Season 2 Episode 6 - Openings
    7.6/10(1270 votes)

    S2:E6

    Sarah zeros in on a Larsen-family secret; Stan comes to grips with some past indiscretions; and Mitch takes in a runaway girl. Meanwhile, the Richmond campaign entertains a surprise visitor.

    Director:Kevin Bray
    Writer:Aaron Zelman

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  13. The Killing Season 2 Episode 3 - Numb
    7.5/10(1328 votes)

    S2:E3

    Sarah hunts down Rosie's backpack as Holder falls from grace. Mitch re-emerges while Stan continues to entangle himself with the mob. Richmond faces up to his situation.

    Director:Brad Anderson
    Writer:Eliza Clark

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"What I Know" is the best rated episode of "The Killing" season 2. It scored 9.1/10 based on 2236 votes. Directed by Patty Jenkins and written by Dan Nowak, Veena Sud, it aired on 6/17/2012. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Donnie or Marie".