The BEST episodes of American Gods season 2

Every episode of American Gods season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of American Gods season 2!

A recently released ex-convict named Shadow meets a mysterious man who calls himself "Wednesday" and who knows more than he first seems to about Shadow's life and past.

Last Updated: 3/19/2026Network: STARZStatus: Ended
Treasure of the Sun
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7.83
1752 votes

#1 - Treasure of the Sun

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/21/2019

In Cairo, Mr. Wednesday entrusts Shadow with the Gungnir spear. Mad Sweeney recalls his journey through the ages as he awaits his promised battle. Once again, he warns Shadow about Wednesday.

Directors: Paco Cabezas
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The Beguiling Man
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7.67
2100 votes

#2 - The Beguiling Man

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/17/2019

Promising vengeance for the death of a beloved old god, Mr. Wednesday begins preparation for a great battle; Laura and Mad Sweeney chase Shadow's diminishing light after he disappears.

House on the Rock
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7.65
2398 votes

#3 - House on the Rock

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/10/2019

Following the epic showdown at Easter's party, Mr. Wednesday continues his quest to pitch the case for war to the Old Gods. Meanwhile, Mr. World plans revenge and Technical Boy goes on the hunt for Media.

Muninn
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7.51
1929 votes

#4 - Muninn

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/24/2019

As he is tracked by Mr. World, Shadow makes his way to Cairo, thanks to a ride from Sam Black Crow; Mr. Wednesday slyly gains Laura's help in forging an alliance with a powerful god.

Directors: Deborah Chow
Donar the Great
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7.49
1705 votes

#5 - Donar the Great

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/14/2019

Shadow and Mr. Wednesday seek out Dvalin to repair the Gungnir spear.

Directors: Rachel Talalay
Writer: Adria Lang
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The Greatest Story Ever Told
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7.47
1842 votes

#6 - The Greatest Story Ever Told

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/31/2019

While Shadow and Mr. Wednesday take a secret meeting in St. Louis, Bilquis arrives at the funeral home in Cairo, where she engages in a debate with Mr. Nancy and Mr. Ibis; Laura rejoins Mad Sweeney.

Directors: Stacie Passon
The Ways of the Dead
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7.45
1788 votes

#7 - The Ways of the Dead

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/7/2019

Shadow learns the ways of the dead with the help of Mr. Ibis and Mr. Nancy. In New Orleans, Mad Sweeney introduces Laura to old friends who share their world of voodoo healing. Mr. Wednesday embarks on a road trip with Salim and the Jinn.

Moon Shadow
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7.33
1691 votes

#8 - Moon Shadow

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/28/2019

In the aftermath of Sweeney's death, Wednesday has disappeared, and Shadow is tormented. Those that remain witness the power of New Media as she is unleashed, and the nation is in a state of panic brought on by Mr. World.