The BEST episodes of The Killing (US) season 2

Every episode of The Killing (US) season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Killing (US) season 2!

From writer, executive producer and series showrunner Veena Sud (Cold Case), The Killing is based on the wildly successful Danish television series Forbrydelsen and tells the story of the murder of a young girl in Seattle and the subsequent police investigation. The Killing ties together three distinct stories around a single murder including the detectives assigned to the case, the victim's grieving family, and the suspects. Set in Seattle, the story also explores local politics as it follows politicians connected to the case. As the series unfolds, it becomes clear that there are no accidents; everyone has a secret, and while the characters think they've moved on, their past isn't done with them.

Last Updated: 9/25/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
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What I Know
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8.54
1932 votes

#1 - 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.

Directors: Patty Jenkins
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Bulldog
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8.06
1828 votes

#2 - 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.

Directors: Ed Bianchi
Writer: Jeremy Doner
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Donnie or Marie
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8.04
1909 votes

#3 - 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.

Directors: Keith Gordon
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Sayonara Hiawatha
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7.95
1850 votes

#4 - 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.

Directors: Phil Abraham
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Keylela
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7.84
1965 votes

#5 - 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.

Directors: Nicole Kassell
Writer: Dan Nowak
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72 Hours
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7.78
1731 votes

#6 - 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.

Directors: Nicole Kassell
Writer: Eliza Clark
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Reflections
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7.68
1991 votes

#7 - 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.

Writer: Veena Sud
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Ogi Jun
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7.66
1868 votes

#8 - 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.

Directors: Phil Abraham
Writer: Jeremy Doner
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My Lucky Day
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7.64
1457 votes

#9 - 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.

Directors: Daniel Attias
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Numb
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7.63
1997 votes

#10 - 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.

Directors: Brad Anderson
Writer: Eliza Clark
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Ghosts of the Past
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7.63
2006 votes

#11 - 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.

Directors: Ed Bianchi
Writer: Wendy Riss
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Openings
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7.61
1881 votes

#12 - 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.

Directors: Kevin Bray
Writer: Aaron Zelman
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Off the Reservation
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7.50
1962 votes

#13 - 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.

Directors: Veena Sud
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