Season 2

For All MankindSeason 2

2021
10 Episodes

Season two picks up in 1983, the height of the Cold War, with tensions between the United States and the USSR at their peak. The Department of Defense has moved into Mission Control, and the militarization of NASA becomes central to several characters’ stories: some fight it, some use it as an opportunity to advance their own interests, and some find themselves at the height of a conflict that may lead to nuclear war.

Episodes

Every Little Thing
S02E01
7.3

Every Little Thing

Nearly a decade later, technology and lunar exploration have taken huge strides—but a solar storm threatens the astronauts on Jamestown.

19 Feb 202156m
The Bleeding Edge
S02E02
6.8

The Bleeding Edge

Margo must lead a seemingly impossible mission. Danielle wants to return to the moon. Gordo grapples with life on Earth.

26 Feb 202156m
Rules of Engagement
S02E03
7.1

Rules of Engagement

A dispute on the moon prompts NASA officials to consider arming astronauts. Ed’s past comes back to haunt him.

05 Mar 202160m
Pathfinder
S02E04
6.8

Pathfinder

With a little help from Molly, Ed plans a career change—as his old Jamestown crewmates Gordo and Danielle struggle.

12 Mar 202160m
The Weight
S02E05
6.7

The Weight

Ed's reckless behavior at NASA shakes the foundation of the Baldwin family. Tracy attempts to readapt to life in space.

19 Mar 202158m
Best-Laid Plans
S02E06
6.7

Best-Laid Plans

American astronauts and NASA leadership prepare for a new mission with unlikely partners. Ellen gets in touch with an old friend.

26 Mar 202159m
Don't Be Cruel
S02E07
6.6

Don't Be Cruel

Ellen is challenged by her new role. Margo’s allegiances are put to the test. Karen explores new opportunities—personally and professionally.

02 Apr 202162m
And Here's to You
S02E08
6.9

And Here's to You

Gordo returns to space. Molly faces an upsetting new reality. Aleida confronts her first major hurdle at work.

09 Apr 202169m
Triage
S02E09
7.3

Triage

The rivalry between American astronauts and Soviet cosmonauts intensifies as last-minute changes impact the Pathfinder mission plan.

16 Apr 202156m
The Grey
S02E10
8.0

The Grey

Tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union reach an all-time high on the moon, throwing multiple missions into jeopardy.

23 Apr 202176m