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The Best Episodes of The Purge Season 2

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

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Set in a dystopian America ruled by a totalitarian political party, the series follows several seemingly unrelated characters living in a small city. Tying them all together is a mysterious savior who’s impeccably equipped for

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Purge Season 2 Episode 8 - Before the Sirens
    7.7/10(593 votes)

    S2:E8

    Purge Night looms; Ryan and Esme put a plan into motion; Marcus readies for a showdown; Ben spirals.

    Director:Patrick Lussier
    Writers:James Roland, Lindsey Villarreal

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  2. The Purge Season 2 Episode 1 - This Is Not a Test
    7.6/10(823 votes)

    S2:E1

    Four interconnected characters navigate the aftermath of the Purge over the ensuing year.

    Director:Tim Andrew
    Writer:Krystal Houghton Ziv

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  3. The Purge Season 2 Episode 9 - Hail Mary
    7.6/10(528 votes)

    S2:E9

    As Purge Night rages on, Esme, Ryan, Marcus and Ben fight for their lives.

    Director:Gigi Saul Guerrero
    Writers:John Herrera, Nina Fiore

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  4. The Purge Season 2 Episode 5 - House of Mirrors
    7.5/10(630 votes)

    S2:E5

    Ryan, Marcus, Esme and Ben learn that some lines can't be uncrossed.

    Director:Christoph Schrewe
    Writer:Lindsey Villarreal

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  5. The Purge Season 2 Episode 10 - 7:01am
    7.5/10(578 votes)

    S2:E10

    As Purge Night rages on, Esme, Ryan, Marcus and Ben fight for their lives and their loved ones.

    Director:Tim Andrew
    Writers:Krystal Houghton Ziv, Nick Zigler

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  6. The Purge Season 2 Episode 6 - Happy Holidays
    7.4/10(606 votes)

    S2:E6

    Marcus sinks into darkness. Esme is on the run. Ben returns home. Ryan gets an unexpected visitor.

    Director:Jen McGowan
    Writers:John Herrera, Nina Fiore

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  7. The Purge Season 2 Episode 7 - Should I Stay or Should I Go
    7.3/10(590 votes)

    S2:E7

    Marcus' family makes a tough decision. Esme and Ryan risk it all. Ben destroys someone he loves.

    Director:Darren Grant
    Writer:Nick Zigler

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  8. The Purge Season 2 Episode 2 - Everything Is Fine
    7.2/10(662 votes)

    S2:E2

    The city cleans up last night's Purge, but Ryan, Marcus, Esme and Ben can't shake its effects.

    Director:Jessica Lowrey
    Writer:James Roland

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  9. The Purge Season 2 Episode 3 - Blindspots
    7.2/10(641 votes)

    S2:E3

    The residual effects of the purge affect the lives of Ryan, Marcus, and Esme.

    Director:Tara Nicole Weyr
    Writer:Jeremy Robbins

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  10. The Purge Season 2 Episode 4 - Grief Box
    7.2/10(623 votes)

    S2:E4

    Marcus confronts his past. Esme learns the truth. Ryan changes his plan. Ben seeks understanding.

    Director:Jaime Reynoso
    Writer:Desta Tedros Reff

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Before the Sirens" is the best rated episode of "The Purge" season 2. It scored 7.7/10 based on 593 votes. Directed by Patrick Lussier and written by James Roland, Lindsey Villarreal, it aired on 12/3/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "This Is Not a Test".