A Discovery of Witches: Season 2
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of A Discovery of Witches Season 1.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Episode 1
Jan 8, 2021
Reluctant witch Diana Bishop and vampire Matthew Clairmont seek refuge in the fascinating and treacherous world of Elizabethan London. There, they must find a powerful witch to hel
Episode 2
Jan 15, 2021
As she continues her search for a mentor, Diana meets wealthy alchemist Mary Sidney. London's vampire ruler demands fealty from Diana and Matthew as he is unnerved by their sudden
Episode 3
Jan 22, 2021
In the present, Domenico makes a disturbing discovery in Oxford. Back in 1590, Matthew must beg for forgiveness from Father Hubbard.
Episode 4
Jan 29, 2021
Another vicious vampire murder rocks present-day Oxford. Marcus makes a breakthrough.
Episode 5
Feb 5, 2021
Matthew and Diana arrive in France on their journey to face Philippe. Elsewhere, Louisa and Kit cut a swathe through London.
Episode 6
Feb 12, 2021
Philippe makes a troubling discovery, provoking a conflict with Matthew. Ysabeau, Em and Sarah start to look for a message.
Episode 7
Feb 19, 2021
Matthew and Diana go to Bohemia to search for Edward Kelley and the Book of Life. There, they encounter the strange Emperor Rudolf II.
Episode 8
Feb 26, 2021
In 1590, Diana is transfixed as she tries to work out what the Book is telling her. Matthew worries over the Book's power.
Episode 9
Mar 5, 2021
As Diana and Matthew return to London, Diana learns news that could change everything. The Queen holds Matthew to account.
Episode 10
Mar 12, 2021
The second series reaches a dramatic conclusion. Realising that she must return to the present, Diana aims to complete her training.