The BEST episodes of Cruel Summer season 2

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

An unconventional thriller that takes place over three summers — 1993-95 — in a small Texas town when a beautiful popular teen, Kate, is abducted and, seemingly unrelated, a girl, Jeanette, goes from being a sweet, awkward outlier to the most popular girl in town and, by ’95, the most despised person in America.

Last Updated: 10/4/2024Network: FreeformStatus: Ended
Endgame
star
7.36
131 votes

#1 - Endgame

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/31/2023

As timelines collide, friendships implode, new evidence emerges and the shocking truth is revealed … in more ways than one.

Directors: Bill Purple
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Ride or Die
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7.35
147 votes

#2 - Ride or Die

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/5/2023

In Summer 1999, Isabella grows closer to Luke while struggling to connect with Megan. In Winter 1999, Isabella searches for justice following the disastrous Christmas party.

Directors: Laura Nisbet
Writer: Matt Morgan
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The Miseducation of Luke Chambers
star
7.30
125 votes

#3 - The Miseducation of Luke Chambers

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/24/2023

Luke examines all his relationships and worries that the pressures of being a “Chambers man” have changed him.

Directors: Laura Nisbet
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The Plunge
star
7.20
120 votes

#4 - The Plunge

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/3/2023

In summer 1999, sparks fly at Luke's birthday party. In winter 1999, relationships are tested as Megan becomes more distant from Luke. In summer 2000, Megan obsesses over an interesting letter she received.

Directors: Laura Nisbet
Writer: Jason Sack
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Confess Your Sins
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7.16
123 votes

#5 - Confess Your Sins

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/17/2023

In summer 1999, new friendships are formed and secrets are kept as the crew approaches senior year at the annual school car wash. In winter 1999, Megan and Isabella push for answers. In summer 2000, Debbie wants to protect her daughter.

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Welcome to Chatham
star
7.11
173 votes

#6 - Welcome to Chatham

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/5/2023

In Summer 1999, small-town computer genius Megan resents the arrival of outgoing and mysterious foreign exchange student Isabella. Little does she know how her life will change by Summer 2000.

Directors: Bill Purple
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It's the End of the World
star
7.09
116 votes

#7 - It's the End of the World

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/10/2023

In winter 1999, tensions are high on Y2K. At the New Year's Eve party, a not-so-secret conversation changes the lives of the trio forever. In summer 2000, suspicion falls on Ned after some new evidence from summer 1999 comes to light.

Directors: Bill Purple
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Bloody Knuckles
star
7.04
137 votes

#8 - Bloody Knuckles

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/12/2023

In Summer 1999, Megan and Isabella bond during an overnight at the Chambers’ cabin. Luke tries to stand up to Brent, but ends up causing more problems for his dad. Suspicions are raised after fingerprints are found on the gun that shot Luke.

Directors: Bill Purple
Writer: Heather Robb
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Springing a Leak
star
6.98
130 votes

#9 - Springing a Leak

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/19/2023

In Summer 1999, Megan wants to be adventurous and makes fake IDs for the gang. In Winter 1999, a burst pipe leads the Landrys and Isabella to a messy night at the Chambers house. Isabella wants to help but is met with resistance from Megan.

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All I Want for Christmas
star
6.86
123 votes

#10 - All I Want for Christmas

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/26/2023

In Summer 1999, Isabella is rocked by a surprise visit from her past. In Winter 1999, Isabella’s concerns for Megan lead her to some surprising news. In Summer 2000, family loyalties are tested.

Directors: Hiromi Kamata
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