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The Best Episodes of Humans Season 2

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

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In a parallel present where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a 'Synth' - a highly-developed robotic servant that's so similar to a real human it's transforming the way we live.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Humans Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.7/10(867 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    The Hawkins family try to get their lives back on track. Niska is driven to a fateful decision while on the run in Berlin. Leo, Max and Mia are living in hiding near a coastal town when they are threatened by a mysterious organization.

    Director:Lewis Arnold
    Writers:Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley

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  2. Humans Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(745 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Laura must decide whether to accept Niska's request, while Karen and Pete learn about a special Synth being sold for unprecedented amounts on the black market. Hester uses questionable means to gain information from her prisoner, and Leo faces a new mission. Mia takes a risk to help Ed but is her secret now in jeopardy?

    Director:Lewis Arnold
    Writers:Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley

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  3. Humans Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.6/10(698 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    Athena travels to the UK and her tragic secret is revealed. Niska's consciousness assessments begin. With more time at home Joe notices Sophie's increasingly eccentric behaviour. As Karen returns to work with Pete, cracks start appearing in their relationship. The Synths are forced to leave their hideout but Mia shocks them with a huge decision.

    Director:Carl Tibbetts
    Writers:Iain Weatherby, Charlie Covell

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  4. Humans Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.9/10(664 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Mia and Ed get closer but their relationship is thrown into jeopardy when their secret is discovered. Toby gets closer to Renie but offends her when he breaks through her synthie mask. Things look bleak for Niska until Laura brings in a surprise witness. When Milo confronts Athena about her secret agenda, she persuades him her research could be mutually beneficial. Karen and Pete delve deeper into the mysterious 'seraphim' investigation. As Hester's influence over Leo becomes clear, cracks appear between him and Max.

    Director:Carl Tibbetts
    Writer:Joe Barton

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  5. Humans Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.9/10(658 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    When Mia risks falling into the hands of a mysterious organisation, she is forced to take drastic action. Odi struggles to find meaning, while Sophie is awestruck by Renie's 'Synthie' lifestyle. As Pete recovers from his assault, Karen makes an admission that rocks their relationship. Hester and Leo stake out the Silo and track down the sniper who killed Ten. Hester agrees to deal with her peacefully, but can she be trusted? Mattie leaves home to reconnect with Leo.

    Director:Francesca Gregorini
    Writers:Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley

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  6. Humans Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.0/10(652 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    Athena challenges Milo's ethics and is shocked when he reveals his real plan. Mia's surprise return has ramifications for the Hawkins family. Mattie finds Leo but can she trust him with her secret? Max resolves to begin a new community of Synths; when he learns how far Leo is prepared to go to complete his mission, he takes matters into his own hands.

    Director:Francesca Gregorini
    Writer:Joe Barton

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  7. Humans Season 2 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.5/10(723 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S2:E7

    When Mattie reveals that the Synths are planning to break into the Silo, Laura is determined to find Niska and ask for her help. Mattie asks Max to help save Leo from Hester's influence. Toby receives a disturbing message from Renie. Karen seeks out Athena's expertise and makes a life-altering decision. Mia and Hester break into the Silo, but things don't go according to plan.

    Director:Mark Brozel
    Writers:Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley

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  8. Humans Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.6/10(792 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S2:E8

    The acclaimed drama concludes. In the aftermath of the Silo tragedy Karen feels she and Sam have no future and takes matters into her own hands. Niska and Astrid prepare to return to Berlin, but can Niska really walk away from her family? Joe leaves Laura shell-shocked with a frank admission. Hester seeks revenge and will stop at nothing to hurt Leo.

    Director:Mark Brozel
    Writers:Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Humans" season 2. It scored 7.7/10 based on 867 votes. Directed by Lewis Arnold and written by Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley, it aired on 10/30/2016. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".