Carnivàle: Season 2

2005 · 12 episodes · ★ 7.2

What Season 2 of Carnivàle

Season two opens with the circus shaken by the aftermath of a fire. Ben Hawkins decides to set out in search of Scudder, while Lila wonders what has happened to Lodz. In California, the preacher Justin Crowe gains followers over the radio and lives with his sister Iris in a sheltered setting. Visions begin to disturb the peace of both of them, and their destinies seem to converge. Ben carries troubling dreams and a healing power that frightens him, though the circus welcomes him as one of its own. Samson accuses Stumpy of siphoning off money, and Dolan investigates the fire that hit Justin's ministry. The series pits good against evil and the clash between destiny and free will, with Nick Stahl and Clancy Brown as the leads.

12episodes

Jan 9, 2005premiered

Mar 27, 2005Latest episode

10.7 hrtotal runtime

Season 2 Episodes

2x01 Los Moscos
Jan 9, 2005 · 51 min · ★ 7.8
The Dust Bowl circus troupe deals with the fallout from a fatal fire and, in California, Brother Justin reaches new converts on the radio. Lila wonders what happened to Lodz. Ben takes off to find Scudder.
Directing: Jeremy Podeswa · Writing: Daniel Knauf · Starring: Time Winters, Robert Knepper, John Aylward, Scott MacDonald
2x02 Alamogordo, NM
Jan 16, 2005 · 52 min · ★ 6.3
The troupe sends out search parties when a distraught Sofie goes missing. Justin and Iris welcome a new housekeeper. Samson accuses Stumpy of skimming. Ben visits an old acquaintance of Scudder's in New Mexico.
Directing: Jack Bender · Writing: William Schmidt · Starring: Robert Knepper, K Callan, Scott MacDonald, Eliza Pryor Nagel
2x03 Ingram, TX
Jan 23, 2005 · 51 min · ★ 6.3
Dolan continues his quest to get to the bottom of the Ministry arson. Gabriel gets into the act with Ruthie, who experiences another supernatural vision. Ben happens upon some distant relatives.
Directing: John Patterson · Starring: Patrick Bauchau, Robert Knepper, Kurt Fuller, Leo Fitzpatrick
2x04 Old Cherry Blossom Road
Jan 30, 2005 · 57 min · ★ 6.5
Lila hasn't given up trying to find out what happened to the missing Lodz. Iris begs her brother not to harbor so many secrets. Jones finds new work for Sofie. Balthus sees another display of Justin's power.
Directing: Steve Shill · Writing: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin · Starring: Ellen Geer, Linda Hunt, Robert Knepper, Leo Fitzpatrick
2x05 Creed, OK
Feb 6, 2005 · 57 min
After a conversation with Ruthie, Sofie reaches out to Ben; Stumpy wagers on an important fight. Dolan puts pressure on Justin, who sees things in a new light after receiving a mysterious gift. Stroud's quest to find Ben continues.
Directing: Jeremy Podeswa · Writing: Tracy Tormé · Starring: Robert Knepper
2x06 The Road to Damascus
Feb 13, 2005 · 57 min · ★ 8.5
Samson runs into an old acquaintance when the troupe crosses paths with another carnival. Rita Sue's business decisions give Stumpy fits. Justin and Iris struggle with a tough sermon. Libby's honor is in need of defense.
Directing: Tucker Gates · Writing: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin · Starring: Rene Kirby, Bill Moseley, Robert Knepper, Bree Walker
2x07 Damascus, NE
Feb 20, 2005 · 46 min · ★ 6.2
Stroud is closing in on Ben, who pays a visit to a run-down hotel. Justin and Iris pacify a bishop with a good meal. Sabina shares her secrets with Libby; the troupe is concerned about Sofie. Jones gets a favor from Libby.
Directing: Alan Taylor · Starring: Van Epperson, Linda Hunt, Bree Walker, John Aylward
2x08 Outskirts, Damascus, NE
Feb 27, 2005 · 54 min · ★ 6.2
A local politician receives Iris and Justin's support. Ruthie tries to hide from her visions. Rita Sue takes charge of Stumpy's debt. Smith sees trouble for Justin. Sofie gets new work. Libby has shocking news for her parents.
Directing: Tim Hunter · Writing: Daniel Knauf
2x09 Lincoln Highway, UT
Mar 6, 2005 · 53 min
Ruthie's latest vision leaves evidence behind. Lila hasn't given up her search for the missing Lodz. Eleanor goes on a picnic with Iris. Justin's powers calm a chaotic gathering.
Writing: William Schmidt · Starring: Jeff Austin
2x10 Cheyenne, WY
Mar 13, 2005 · 52 min · ★ 6.0
Justin has help avoiding a disaster. Iris locates another branch of her family tree. Stroud tries a strength-in-numbers approach. Libby is cowed by her mother's authority. Ruthie pays another late-night visit to Lila.
Directing: Todd Field · Writing: Tracy Tormé
2x11 Outside New Canaan
Mar 20, 2005 · 56 min · ★ 8.7
Lila voices her opposition to Samson's itinerary for the troupe. Justin's baptism of the faithful coincides with another tragedy and a startling event in the migrant camp. Libby pleads with Jones to reveal his secret. Sofie sees a familiar face.
Directing: Dan Lerner · Writing: Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin
2x12 New Canaan, CA Season Finale
Mar 27, 2005 · 53 min · ★ 6.9
Samson tries to stay a step ahead of impending chaos. Stroud does his best to protect Justin. Ben's powers face the ultimate test.
Directing: Scott Winant · Writing: Daniel Knauf, Tracy Tormé · Starring: Kyle Dietz