Supergirl

10 Best Episodes of Supergirl - Season 2

Twenty-four-year-old Kara Zor-El, who was taken in by the Danvers family when she was 13 after being sent away from Krypton, must learn to embrace her powers after previously hiding them. The Danvers teach her to be careful with her powers, until she has to reveal them during an unexpected disaster, setting her on her journey of heroism.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 28, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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Supergirl - S2E9

#15 - Supergirl Lives (Season 2 - Episode 9)

Kara is moved by the story of a missing woman named Izzy and decides to investigate despite Snapper Carr's order to leave it alone. Kara takes Mon-El with her to the last place Izzy was seen and the duo find themselves thrust through a portal to another planet, Slaver's Moon, where the downtrodden are sold as slaves. The leader of the trafficking ring is none other than Roulette. To make matters worse, Slaver's Moon has a red sun, which means Kara and Mon-El are stripped of their powers and stuck on the planet with no way home. Meanwhile, back on Earth, Alex blames herself for Kara's disappearance, fearing she's become too focused on her new relationship with Maggie and too complacent in watching out for her sister.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 4288 votes.

Supergirl - S2E18

#14 - Ace Reporter (Season 2 - Episode 18)

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Lena’s ex-boyfriend, Jack Spheer, comes to National City to unveil his big breakthrough in nano-technology, which has the potential to eradicate all diseases. Lena asks Kara to attend Jack’s conference with her for support. When Kara sees Snapper in attendance she’s inspired to tap back into her reporter skills and questions Jack on his discovery, which ultimately leads to a bigger investigation that puts everyone in danger.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 3893 votes.

Supergirl - S2E19

#13 - Alex (Season 2 - Episode 19)

Alex is kidnapped and the kidnapper threatens to kill her unless Supergirl releases a notorious criminal from prison. Supergirl and Maggie have always had different approaches to apprehending criminals but this time they must work together to save Alex. Meanwhile, Rhea has an interesting proposal for Lena.

The episode was rated 7.72 from 3857 votes.

Supergirl - S2E6

#12 - Changing (Season 2 - Episode 6)

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The Guardian debuts to lend a hand after a parasite alien drains Supergirl of her power. Mon-El considers a less than desirable new career which then leads him to contemplate his motives. Alex struggles with a new reality.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 4511 votes.

Supergirl - S2E5

#11 - Crossfire (Season 2 - Episode 5)

Supergirl must beat a ruthless new gang who has been armed with dangerous new alien technology. When Cadmus sends a video to the DEO, the team realizes Cadmus is the one staffing the criminals for a secret mission. Meanwhile, Kara gets Mon-El a job as an intern at CatCo, James makes an important decision and Lena invites Kara to attend one of her fundraisers.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 4523 votes.

Supergirl - S2E20

#10 - City of Lost Children (Season 2 - Episode 20)

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When an alien attacks National City, Supergirl and the DEO learn the alien is a Phorian, an otherwise peaceful race with telekinetic powers. Guardian gets a lead on the Phorian's address but instead of finding the culprit, he finds a very scared boy named Marcus. Marcus will only trust James so it is up to Guardian to stop the attacks on the city. Rhea's plan escalates.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 3658 votes.

Supergirl - S2E15

#9 - Exodus (Season 2 - Episode 15)

As Alex searches for Jeremiah and Kara investigates a series of alien kidnappings, the sisters realize they must break the rules to foil a new Cadmus plot. In an effort to get Snapper Carr to run a story that would help her stop Cadmus, Kara agrees to set up an interview between Snapper and Supergirl.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 4061 votes.

Supergirl - S2E7

#8 - The Darkest Place (Season 2 - Episode 7)

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While Guardian tries to clear his name after being accused of a murder committed by another vigilante, Supergirl heads out on a solo mission to rescue Mon-El who has been captured by Cadmus. While fighting to free Mon-El, Supergirl comes face to face with Cyborg Superman.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 4459 votes.

Supergirl - S2E4

#7 - Survivors (Season 2 - Episode 4)

When Kara and Alex investigate the murder of an unregistered alien, the trail leads to an alien fight club run by Roulette, the ringmaster who commands aliens to fight in mortal combat for the entertainment of rich humans. While trying to stop the fighting, Supergirl and Martian Manhunter find themselves up against a surprising opponent. Meanwhile, Hank is thrilled to have found another Martian and tries to get to know M'Gann better. Supergirl takes Mon-El under her wing and begins to train him.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 4187 votes.

Supergirl - S2E8

#6 - Medusa (I) (Season 2 - Episode 8)

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Eliza comes to town to celebrate Thanksgiving with her daughters. Alex decides it’s time to come out to her mother; Kara is shocked when Eliza suggests Mon-El has feelings for her, and Winn and James consider telling Kara the truth about the Guardian. Meanwhile, Cadmus unleashes a virus that instantly kills any alien in the vicinity so Kara enlists an unexpected ally – Lena Luthor. The epic superhero crossover kicks off tonight when Barry Allen and Cisco Ramon seek Kara's help with an alien invasion on their Earth. The crossover continues on The Flash S03E08 Invasion! (II), Arrow S05E08 Invasion! (III) and DC's Legends of Tomorrow S02E07 Invasion! (IV).

The episode was rated 7.77 from 5239 votes.

Supergirl - S2E2

#5 - The Last Children of Krypton (Season 2 - Episode 2)

CADMUS attacks National City with a Kryptonite-powered villain who ends up seriously hurting Supergirl. Superman blames Hank because the Kryptonite was stolen from the DEO. Meanwhile, Kara’s first day at her new job doesn’t go as planned after she meets her new boss, Snapper Carr.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 4670 votes.

Supergirl - S2E1

#4 - The Adventures of Supergirl (Season 2 - Episode 1)

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When a new threat emerges in National City, Kara/Supergirl teams up with her cousin, Clark Kent/Superman, to stop it. Kara is thrilled to have family in town but it leaves Alex feeling a bit left out. Meanwhile, Hank and Supergirl are stunned by the pod that came crashing to Earth.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 5109 votes.

Supergirl - S2E21

#3 - Resist (Season 2 - Episode 21)

Supergirl grapples with whether or not to obey the President's orders regarding Rhea's latest actions. Meanwhile, Cat Grant returns to National City.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 3755 votes.

Supergirl - S2E3

#2 - Welcome to Earth (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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An attack is made on the President as hot-button, alien vs. human rights issues heat up in National City. Supergirl and the DEO are assigned to protect the President and bring in the responsible party. Alex teams up with Detective Maggie Sawyer to investigate the case while Kara searches for a recently escaped Mon-El, who she fears may be the alien behind the assault.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 4616 votes.

Supergirl - S2E22

#1 - Nevertheless, She Persisted (Season 2 - Episode 22)

Supergirl challenges Rhea to battle to save National City. Meanwhile, Superman returns and Cat Grant offers Supergirl some sage advice.

The episode was rated 8.01 from 3778 votes.

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