Twin Peaks: Season 2
1990 · 22 episodes · ★ 7.5
What Season 2 of Twin Peaks
Season two opens with Agent Cooper and Sheriff Truman still on the trail of Laura Palmer's murder. But the dark side of Twin Peaks grows stronger, and the residents' secrets come to light more and more. Audrey Horne is kidnapped and held captive while her father, Ben, begins to lose his grip. Leland Palmer faces painful truths about his daughter, and Windom Earle appears as a rival who challenges Cooper to a dangerous game. With every clue, the agent risks his career and even his soul.
Season 2 Episodes
2x01 May the Giant Be with You
In the aftermath of the incident at the Great Northern Hotel, the investigation into Laura Palmer's death continues, and information is provided from an unexpected source.
Directing: David Lynch · Writing: Mark Frost · Starring: Alicia Witt, Russ Tamblyn, Grace Zabriskie, Al Strobel
2x02 Coma
Cooper receives some unsettling news, while Audrey continues to work undercover as a hostess at One Eyed Jacks in Canada.
Directed by: David Lynch · Written by: Harley Peyton · Starring: Grace Zabriskie, Frances Bay, Austin Jack Lynch, Chris Mulkey
2x03 The Man Behind the Glass
Donna meets with Harold Smith, a recluse who may be the key to solving Laura's murder.
Directed by: Lesli Linka Glatter · Written by: Robert Engels · Starring: Russ Tamblyn, Al Strobel, Galyn Görg, Ian Buchanan
2x04 Laura's Secret Diary
Ben Horne asks Cooper for help in rescuing Audrey, and Donna uncovers a significant piece of evidence at Harold Smith's home.
Directing: Todd Holland · Writing: Robert Engels, Jerry Stahl, Mark Frost · Starring: Ritch Brinkley, Royal Dano, Ian Buchanan, Claire Stansfield
2x05 The Orchid's Curse
Donna, after discovering that Harold has Laura's secret diary, hatches a risky plan with Maddy to steal it from his home.
Directing: Graeme Clifford · Writing: Barry Pullman · Starring: Wendy Robie, Grace Zabriskie, Ritch Brinkley, Galyn Görg
2x06 Demons
Cooper and Truman cross over into Canada to rescue Audrey, but not all goes according to plan.
Directing: Lesli Linka Glatter · Writing: Robert Engels, Harley Peyton · Starring: Wendy Robie, David Lynch, Al Strobel, Ian Abercrombie
2x07 Lonely Souls
Maddy prepares to leave Twin Peaks, Pete uncovers the truth behind Tojamura's intentions, and Cooper receives a devastating message.
Directed by: David Lynch · Written by: Mark Frost · Starring: Wendy Robie, Grace Zabriskie, David Lynch, Al Strobel
2x08 Drive with a Dead Girl
Ben receives an unwelcome surprise, Norma's mother arrives in Twin Peaks with a new husband, and Bob covers his tracks.
Directing: Caleb Deschanel · Writing: Scott Frost · Starring: Grace Zabriskie, Al Strobel, Emily Fincher, Kathleen Wilhoite
2x09 Arbitrary Law
Cooper attempts to locate Laura's killer after the discovery of another victim.
Directing: Tim Hunter · Writing: Robert Engels, Mark Frost, Harley Peyton · Starring: Sheryl Lee, Al Strobel, Clive Rosengren, Mae Williams
2x10 Dispute Between Brothers
Blaming Cooper for the death of his brother, Jean Renault plots his revenge as the eccentric FBI agent prepares to leave Twin Peaks.
Directing: Tina Rathborne · Writing: Tricia Brock · Starring: Eric DaRe, Russ Tamblyn, Wendy Robie, Grace Zabriskie
2x11 Masked Ball Mid-Season Finale
With Major Briggs missing, Cooper and Truman look for answers.
Directing: Duwayne Dunham · Writing: Barry Pullman · Starring: Wendy Robie, David Lynch, Joshua Harris, Ian Buchanan
2x12 The Black Widow
The investigation into the disappearance of Major Briggs continues, while Bobby tails Hank Jennings at the request of a mentally unstable Ben Horne.
Directing: Caleb Deschanel · Writing: Robert Engels, Harley Peyton · Starring: Wendy Robie, Joshua Harris, Ian Buchanan, Ron Taylor
2x13 Checkmate
Major Briggs has no memory of the place he was taken, but now has an odd tattoo on his neck. Andy and Dick break into Little Nicky's files. Mike and Nadine begin an affair. Evelyn asks James to kill her husband.
Directed by: Todd Holland · Written by: Harley Peyton · Starring: Wendy Robie, Will Seltzer, Gavan O'Herlihy, Craig MacLachlan
2x14 Double Play
The rivalry between Cooper and Earle is revealed.
Directing: Uli Edel · Writing: Scott Frost · Starring: Russ Tamblyn, Wendy Robie, Kenneth Welsh, Ian Buchanan
2x15 Slaves and Masters
Agent Cooper finds out who shot him and gets help with his deadly chess game against Windom Earle.
Directing: Diane Keaton · Writing: Robert Engels, Harley Peyton · Starring: Russ Tamblyn, Wendy Robie, Matt Battaglia, Gerald L'Ecuyer
2x16 The Condemned Woman
Ed proposes to Norma; James and Donna say good-bye; and Audrey meets her fated one.
Directing: Lesli Linka Glatter · Writing: Tricia Brock · Starring: Michael J. Anderson, Wendy Robie, Kenneth Welsh, Chris Mulkey
2x17 Wounds and Scars
Cooper is attracted to a beautiful, reclusive woman as Truman grieves over Josie's death.
Directing: James Foley · Writing: Barry Pullman · Starring: Russ Tamblyn, Wendy Robie, Betsy Lynn George, Kenneth Welsh
2x18 On the Wings of Love
Cooper takes the sheriff's department on a midnight spelunking adventure, and Truman finds himself in the deadly embrace of a naked woman.
Directing: Duwayne Dunham · Writing: Robert Engels, Harley Peyton · Starring: Wendy Robie, David Lynch, Kenneth Welsh, Brenda Strong
2x19 Variations on Relations
While Cooper and Truman try to unlock the secret of Owl Cave, the Miss Twin Peaks contest draws hot competition.
Directing: Jonathan Sanger · Writing: Mark Frost, Harley Peyton · Starring: Eric DaRe, Wendy Robie, David Lynch, John Charles Seehan
2x20 The Path to the Black Lodge
While romance blooms for Cooper and Annie, Donna finds a scrapbook that's full of surprises.
Directing: Stephen Gyllenhaal · Writing: Robert Engels, Harley Peyton · Starring: Wendy Robie, Layne Robert Rico, Kenneth Welsh, Willie Garson
2x21 Miss Twin Peaks
Cooper and the officers prepare for Windom Earle to make his move at the Miss Twin Peaks contest.
Directing: Tim Hunter · Writing: Barry Pullman · Starring: Eric DaRe, Russ Tamblyn, Wendy Robie, Kenneth Welsh
2x22 Beyond Life and Death Season Finale
Cooper must overcome his deepest fears as he enters the Black Lodge to save Annie from Windom Earle.
Directed by: David Lynch · Written by: David Lynch, Robert Engels, Mark Frost · Starring: Michael J. Anderson, Eric DaRe, Sheryl Lee, Russ Tamblyn
Season 2 Cast
Michael OntkeanHarry S. Truman22 episodes
Kimmy RobertsonLucy Moran22 episodes
Richard BeymerBenjamin Horne22 episodes
Warren FrostWill Hayward22 episodes
Peggy LiptonNorma Jennings22 episodes
James MarshallJames Hurley22 episodes
Everett McGillBig Ed Hurley22 episodes
Joan ChenJocelyn Packard22 episodes
Harry GoazAndy Brennan22 episodes
Michael HorseTommy 'Hawk' Hill22 episodes
Piper LaurieKatherine Martell22 episodes
Wendy RobieNadine Hurley16 episodes
Ian BuchananDick Tremayne12 episodes
Kenneth WelshWindom Earle9 episodes
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in Season 2 of Twin Peaks?
Season 2 of Twin Peaks has 22 episodes.
When did Season 2 of Twin Peaks premiere?
Premiered on September 30, 1990.
Where to watch Season 2 of Twin Peaks?
Available by subscription on Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total, Filmin, SkyShowtime and AMC Channels Amazon Channel (offerings may vary by country).
What is the best episode of Season 2?
According to the TMDB audience rating, episode 2x07, "Lonely Souls", with a 8.6.