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Running Point S2E2 — The Poacher

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Running Point•Season 2•Episode 2

The Poacher

7.4/10 · 422 votesApr 23, 202626 min

Ranked #4 of 10 in Season 2•matches the season avg

When a talent-stealing rival targets the Waves, Isla must fight to retain a rising star. A financial issue sparks serious concerns for Sandy.

Directed byErica Oyama

Written byJoe Mande

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Cast8

Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson

Isla Gordon

Drew Tarver

Drew Tarver

Sandy Gordon

Scott MacArthur

Scott MacArthur

Ness Gordon

Brenda Song

Brenda Song

Ali Lee

Fabrizio Guido

Fabrizio Guido

Jackie Moreno

Toby Sandeman

Toby Sandeman

Marcus Winfield

Uche Agada

Uche Agada

Dyson Gibbs

Justin Theroux

Justin Theroux

Cam Gordon

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Joe Mande

Joe Mande

Writer

Erica Oyama

Erica Oyama

Director

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Allyson B. Fanger

Costume Design

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Briana Jorgenson

Assistant Costume Designer

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Betsy Glick

Costume Supervisor

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Kelsey Myers

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Episode Summary

"The Poacher" is episode 2 of Running Point season 2. It scored 7.4/10 from 422 votes, ranking #4 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.4). Directed by Erica Oyama and written by Joe Mande, it aired on April 23, 2026.

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