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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!

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...
Genres:DramaCrimeMystery
Networks:AMCNetflix

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Reflections" is the best rated episode of "The Killing" season 2. It scored 8/10 based on 1311 votes. Directed by Agnieszka Holland and written by Veena Sud, it aired on 4/1/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "My Lucky Day".

  • Reflections
    8.0/101,311 votes

    #1 - Reflections

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 4/1/2012

    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

  • My Lucky Day
    7.9/101,230 votes

    #2 - My Lucky Day

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 4/1/2012

    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: Daniel Attias

    Writer: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

  • Numb
    7.5/101,169 votes

    #3 - Numb

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 4/8/2012

    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

  • Ogi Jun
    7.7/101,056 votes

    #4 - Ogi Jun

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 4/15/2012

    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

  • Ghosts of the Past
    7.8/101,122 votes

    #5 - Ghosts of the Past

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 4/22/2012

    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

  • Openings
    7.6/101,111 votes

    #6 - Openings

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 4/29/2012

    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

  • Keylela
    8.0/101,133 votes

    #7 - Keylela

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 5/6/2012

    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

  • Off the Reservation
    8.0/101,135 votes

    #8 - Off the Reservation

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 5/13/2012

    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

  • Sayonara Hiawatha
    8.2/101,143 votes

    #9 - Sayonara Hiawatha

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 5/20/2012

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

    Director: Phil Abraham

    Writer: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin

  • 72 Hours
    7.8/101,156 votes

    #10 - 72 Hours

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 5/27/2012

    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

  • Bulldog
    8.4/101,167 votes

    #11 - Bulldog

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 6/3/2012

    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

  • Donnie or Marie
    8.6/101,213 votes

    #12 - Donnie or Marie

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 6/10/2012

    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

    Writer: Aaron Zelman, Wendy Riss

  • What I Know
    9.1/102,058 votes

    #13 - What I Know

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 6/17/2012

    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

    Writer: Veena Sud, Dan Nowak