Succession: Season 2
2019 · 10 episodes · ★ 8.3
What Season 2 of Succession
Beginning where season one dramatically left off, season two follows the Roy family as they struggle to retain control of their empire, and while the future looks increasingly uncertain, it is the past that threatens to ultimately destroy them.
Season 2 Episodes
2x01 The Summer Palace
Kendall tries to make amends with his dad for his takeover attempt betrayal. Logan receives some unvarnished advice from his banker about the next best move for Waystar Royco. As Tom maneuvers for a new position in the company, Shiv tries to determine whether Logan is playing mind games regarding his successor.
Directed by Mark Mylod · Written by Jesse Armstrong · Starring: Justine Lupe, David Rasche, Ingvar E. Sigurðsson, Jördis Richter
2x02 Vaulter
Roman and Kendall do a “routine health check” of a new media brand to help Vaulter to determine the future of the company. Tom tasks Greg with sniffing out waste at ATN, as Greg wonders if the divisive media outlet is the right fit for him. Connor and Willa host a soiree to mark their return to New York. Shiv brings Tom in the loop about her future at Waystar and with Gil’s campaign.
Directing: Andrij Parekh · Writing: Jon Brown · Starring: Justine Lupe, Kelly Nash, Becky Baumwoll, James Beaman
2x03 Hunting
Logan informs his management team of his plan to make another attempt to acquire a rival media company. Greg worries his meeting with a Logan biographer puts his standing with the family at risk. Connor's presidential announcement irritates Logan.
Directed by Andrij Parekh · Written by Tony Roche · Starring: Justine Lupe, David Rasche, Saamer Usmani, Jessica Hecht
2x04 Safe Room
Roman begins a six-week management training program. Connor and Willa attend the funeral of a family friend with a complicated past. Logan and Kendall arrange a covert meeting with PGM CEO Rhea Jarrell. Controversy surrounds a star anchor.
Directing: Robert Pulcini, Shari Springer Berman · Writing: Georgia Pritchett · Starring: Justine Lupe, Kelly Nash, Jessica Hecht, Zach Cherry
2x05 Tern Haven
Logan attempts to solidify his buyout of PGM at a weekend retreat at the Pierce family home, where Shiv, Roman and Connor veer from their carefully orchestrated roles. As the Pierces question whether an alliance with Waystar Royco will tarnish their legacy, Kendall makes his case to Naomi Pierce during a drug-filled night.
Directed by Mark Mylod · Written by Will Tracy · Starring: Cherry Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Max Gordon Moore, Christina Rouner
2x06 Argestes
As Logan looks to finalize a deal to buy the Pierce family's papers and TV stations at a media & banking retreat, a threat to the deal arises from an unexpected quarter. Tom worries about ATN's new slogan after learning some distressing news from Greg. Kendall, Shiv and Roman fail to see eye to eye on how to handle damage control ahead of a panel featuring the Roys.
Directed by: Matt Shakman · Written by Susan Soon He Stanton · Starring: Fisher Stevens, Cherry Jones, Babak Tafti, Jill Dalton
2x07 Return
The Roys head to the UK, where Roman and Shiv try to strike a deal with their mother and Logan and Kendall face the consequences of their last visit.
Directed by Becky Martin · Written by Jonathan Glatzer · Starring: Justine Lupe, Fisher Stevens, Selina Boyack, Christopher Chan
2x08 Dundee
The entire Roy clan travels to Logan's hometown of Dundee, Scotland, for a celebration of Logan's 50 years in the business. Kendall becomes enamored with Jennifer, an actress in Willa's play. A former employee proves difficult to silence.
Directed by Kevin Bray · Written by Mary Laws · Starring: Justine Lupe, David Rasche, Fisher Stevens, Sydney Lemmon
2x09 DC
Logan, Kendall, Gerri and Tom testify before Congress. Shiv speaks candidly to Kira, a victim who is set to be a key witness. In Turkey, Roman's business pitch takes a chilling turn.
Directed by Mark Mylod · Written by Jesse Armstrong · Starring: David Rasche, Fisher Stevens, Babak Tafti, Holly Hunter
2x10 This Is Not for Tears Season Finale
Logan weighs whether a member of the family, or a top lieutenant, will need to be sacrificed to salvage the company's tarnished reputation. Roman shares his hesitations about a new source of financing, as Kendall suggests a familiar alternative. Season Two Finale.
Directing: Mark Mylod · Writing: Jesse Armstrong · Starring: Justine Lupe, David Rasche, Fisher Stevens, Eric Bogosian
Season 2 Cast
Matthew MacfadyenTom Wambsgans10 episodes
Alan RuckConnor Roy10 episodes
J. Smith-CameronGerri Kellman10 episodes
Arian MoayedStewy Hosseini10 episodes
Peter FriedmanFrank Vernon10 episodes
Scott NicholsonColin8 episodes
Justine LupeWilla Ferreyra7 episodes
Caitlin FitzGeraldTabitha Hayes6 episodes
Holly HunterRhea Jarrell6 episodes
David RascheKarl Muller5 episodes
Christine SpangLucy4 episodes
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Succession Season 2 have?
Succession Season 2 has 10 episodes.
When Did Succession Season 2 Premiere?
Premiered on August 11, 2019.
Where to Watch Succession Season 2
In Spain, on Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total, HBO Max, and HBO Max Amazon Channel.
What is the best episode of Season 2?
According to TMDB user ratings, episode 2x10, "This Is Not for Tears," scores 9.1.