The Best Episodes of For All Mankind Season 2

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   9.4/10(4899 votes)

   #1 - The Grey

   S2:E104/23/2021

   Tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union reach an all-time high on the moon, throwing multiple missions into jeopardy.

   Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

   Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert

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   Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

   Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert
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   8.7/10(2547 votes)

   #2 - Triage

   S2:E94/16/2021

   The rivalry between American astronauts and Soviet cosmonauts intensifies as last-minute changes impact the Pathfinder mission plan.

   Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson

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   Director:Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson
3. 

   8.0/10(2555 votes)

   #3 - Rules of Engagement

   S2:E33/5/2021

   A dispute on the moon prompts NASA officials to consider arming astronauts. Ed’s past comes back to haunt him.

   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writer:Stephanie Shannon

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   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writer:Stephanie Shannon
4. 

   7.9/10(2667 votes)

   #4 - Every Little Thing

   S2:E12/19/2021

   Nearly a decade later, technology and lunar exploration have taken huge strides—but a solar storm threatens the astronauts on Jamestown.

   Director:Michael Morris

   Writer:Ronald D. Moore

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   Director:Michael Morris

   Writer:Ronald D. Moore
5. 

   7.8/10(2316 votes)

   #5 - And Here's to You

   S2:E84/9/2021

   Gordo returns to space. Molly faces an upsetting new reality. Aleida confronts her first major hurdle at work.

   Director:Dennie Gordon

   Writer:Ronald D. Moore

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   Director:Dennie Gordon

   Writer:Ronald D. Moore
6. 

   7.7/10(2094 votes)

   #6 - Best-Laid Plans

   S2:E63/26/2021

   American astronauts and NASA leadership prepare for a new mission with unlikely partners. Ellen gets in touch with an old friend.

   Director:Meera Menon

   Writer:Joe Menosky

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   Director:Meera Menon

   Writer:Joe Menosky
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   7.7/10(2238 votes)

   #7 - Don't Be Cruel

   S2:E74/2/2021

   Ellen is challenged by her new role. Margo’s allegiances are put to the test. Karen explores new opportunities—personally and professionally.

   Director:Dennie Gordon

   Writer:Nichole Beattie

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   Director:Dennie Gordon

   Writer:Nichole Beattie
8. 

   7.6/10(2204 votes)

   #8 - Pathfinder

   S2:E43/12/2021

   With a little help from Molly, Ed plans a career change—as his old Jamestown crewmates Gordo and Danielle struggle.

   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson

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   Director:Andrew Stanton

   Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson
9. 

   7.4/10(2095 votes)

   #9 - The Weight

   S2:E53/19/2021

   Ed's reckless behavior at NASA shakes the foundation of the Baldwin family. Tracy attempts to readapt to life in space.

   Director:Meera Menon

   Writers:Nichole Beattie, Joe Menosky

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   Director:Meera Menon

   Writers:Nichole Beattie, Joe Menosky
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    7.3/10(2300 votes)

    #10 - The Bleeding Edge

    S2:E22/26/2021

    Margo must lead a seemingly impossible mission. Danielle wants to return to the moon. Gordo grapples with life on Earth.

    Director:Michael Morris

    Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert

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    Director:Michael Morris

    Writers:Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert