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The Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 2

Every episode of American Horror Story Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 2!

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An anthology horror drama series centering on different characters and locations, including a house with a murderous past, an asylum, a witch coven, a freak show, a hotel, a farmhouse in Roanoke, a cult, the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 10 - The Name Game
    8.8/10(6995 votes)

    S2:E10

    The Monsignor confronts the Devil. Dr. Arden's experiments reach a shocking conclusion. Dr. Thredson facilitates a surprising reunion for Kit.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Jessica Sharzer

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  2. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 5 - I Am Anne Frank (2)
    8.7/10(6261 votes)

    S2:E5

    Sister Jude employs a renowned Nazi hunter to gather evidence against Arden; Kit makes a surprising confession; Bloody Face is unmasked.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  3. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 13 - Madness Ends
    8.7/10(6644 votes)

    S2:E13

    Johnny sets out to complete his father's work; Lana leads the charge to finally shut down Briarcliff.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Tim Minear

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  4. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 8 - Unholy Night
    8.4/10(5637 votes)

    S2:E8

    A murderous Santa wreaks havoc on Briarcliff; Sister Jude faces off with the devil; Arden has a shocking encounter in the death chute.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:James Wong

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  5. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 2 - Tricks and Treats
    8.3/10(6139 votes)

    S2:E2

    An exorcist is called to Briarcliff to help save a troubled farm boy; Sister Jude's darkest secret is revealed.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:James Wong

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  6. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 11 - Spilt Milk
    8.3/10(5377 votes)

    S2:E11

    Grace tells Kit devastating news about the aliens' experiments on Alma; Dr. Thredson receives an unexpected visitor; the Monsignor goes to extreme lengths to silence Jude.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  7. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 1 - Welcome to Briarcliff
    8.2/10(7403 votes)

    S2:E1

    Terrifying evils blur the boundaries between reality and insanity at the Briarcliff Manor.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Tim Minear

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  8. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 3 - Nor'easter
    8.2/10(5843 votes)

    S2:E3

    A violent storm allows a group of patients to plan a daring escape; Sister Jude is haunted by her past.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writer:Jennifer Salt

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  9. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 4 - I Am Anne Frank (1)
    8.2/10(5719 votes)

    S2:E4

    A new patient exposes Arden's past; Kit learns why Grace was admitted to Briarcliff.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writer:Jessica Sharzer

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  10. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 7 - Dark Cousin
    8.2/10(5375 votes)

    S2:E7

    Sister Mary Eunice is terrified to discover a dark angel at Briarcliff; Kit makes a bold move to be reunited with Grace.

    Director:Michael Rymer
    Writer:Tim Minear

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  11. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 9 - The Coat Hanger
    8.2/10(5268 votes)

    S2:E9

    The Monsignor takes an unlikely convert under his wing; Lana secures a new piece of evidence that can exonerate Kit; Dr. Arden witnesses a miraculous return.

    Director:Jeremy Podeswa
    Writer:Jennifer Salt

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  12. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 6 - The Origins of Monstrosity
    8.1/10(5414 votes)

    S2:E6

    A mysterious little girl is abandoned at Briarcliff; the Monsignor makes a Faustian pact with Dr. Arden; the origin of Bloody Face is revealed.

    Director:David Semel
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  13. American Horror Story Season 2 Episode 12 - Continuum
    7.8/10(5329 votes)

    S2:E12

    A deadly new inmate threatens Sister Jude's chance of release; Grace's obsession with the aliens turns violent.

    Director:Craig Zisk
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"The Name Game" is the best rated episode of "American Horror Story" season 2. It scored 8.8/10 based on 6995 votes. Directed by Michael Lehmann and written by Jessica Sharzer, it aired on 1/2/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "I Am Anne Frank (2)".