Defiance

10 Best Episodes of Defiance - Season 2

In the near future, planet Earth is permanently altered following the sudden—and tumultuous—arrival of seven unique alien races. In the boom-town of Defiance, the newly-formed civilization of humans and aliens must learn to co-exist peacefully.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 26, 2023.

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Defiance - S2E1

#13 - The Opposite of Hallelujah (Season 2 - Episode 1)

Nolan's search for Irisa leads him to New Chicago and AngelArc. Meanwhile, back in Defiance, the Earth Republic appoints a charming, calculating, and ambitious man named Niles Pottinger as mayor.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 1123 votes.

Defiance - S2E10

#12 - Bottom of the World (Season 2 - Episode 10)

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Nolan and Rafe race against the clock to rescue Amanda and Pottinger trapped in a deadly mine collapse.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 911 votes.

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#11 - Put the Damage On (Season 2 - Episode 5)

Amanda is terrorised by a stalker but the true reasons behind her frightening experiences have far reaching ramifications not only for her but for Pottinger and Doc Yewll as well.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 935 votes.

Defiance - S2E8

#10 - Slouching Towards Bethlehem (Season 2 - Episode 8)

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Nolan interrogates a suspected Votanis Collective spy in order to prevent a catastrophic terrorist attack on New York.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 898 votes.

Defiance - S2E9

#9 - Painted from Memory (Season 2 - Episode 9)

Kenya’s earth-shattering return continues sending shock waves through Defiance as Stahma tries to reconcile Kenya’s reappearance, while Doc Yewll works to keep her own dark secret hidden.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 925 votes.

Defiance - S2E2

#8 - In My Secret Life (Season 2 - Episode 2)

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Irisa returns to Defiance and is arrested; Mayor Pottinger offers Nolan her release in exchange for capturing those responsible for nearly killing him; Stahma plots to keep Datak behind bars.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 1030 votes.

Defiance - S2E7

#7 - If You Could See Her Through My Eyes (Season 2 - Episode 7)

Datak is framed for a bizarre murder and turns to an unlikely ally for help; Irisa discovers more about her destiny after encountering a mysterious stranger.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 935 votes.

Defiance - S2E6

#6 - This Woman's Work (Season 2 - Episode 6)

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After an Arkfall crash, Pottinger recruits Nolan to lead their salvage mission but his secret agenda puts them in grave danger against an Alien race they’ve never encountered before.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 928 votes.

Defiance - S2E4

#5 - Beasts of Burden (Season 2 - Episode 4)

After his caravan is viscously attacked in the badlands, a badly shaken Pottinger orders Nolan to hunt down and destroy those responsible. Nolan’s manhunt implicates one of Rafe’s miners causing tensions to explode.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 978 votes.

Defiance - S2E3

#4 - The Cord and the Ax (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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Irisa’s terrifying black-outs escalate, driving a wedge of secrecy between her and a worried Nolan. Meanwhile, the Tarr family business thrives under Stahma’s self-appointed direction while an increasingly suspicious Datak remains in jail.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 990 votes.

Defiance - S2E11

#3 - Doll Parts (Season 2 - Episode 11)

With Nolan searching for Irisa, Amanda is forced to take on the badge as Deputy when the shocking murder of one of their own rocks Defiance.

The episode was rated 7.93 from 891 votes.

Defiance - S2E12

#2 - All Things Must Pass (Season 2 - Episode 12)

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Nolan races to save Tommy’s life and stop Irisa before her growing forces can put their devastating plan into motion. Meanwhile back in town, Amanda learns the heart-breaking truth about her sister’s murder leading to a daring showdown between Amanda and Stahma.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 890 votes.

Defiance - S2E13

#1 - I Almost Prayed (Season 2 - Episode 13)

The fate of Defiance hangs in the balance; Nolan must fight against the republic and old friends to stop Irisa.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 641 votes.

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