Halt and Catch Fire: 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 Halt and Catch Fire 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
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SETI
May 31, 2015
Cameron and Donna's gaming company, Mutiny, reaches a critical stage. Joe and Gordon are reunited.
New Coke
Jun 7, 2015
Joe begins a new job after meeting Sara's father. Gordon grapples with his newfound freedom.
The Way In
Jun 14, 2015
John attempts to reconnect with his old life. Gordon and Donna get a surprising invitation.
Play with Friends
Jun 21, 2015
Joe and Gordon work together to bring about Joe's vision. There is tension between Cameron and Donna.
Extract and Defend
Jun 28, 2015
Cameron and Joe clash leaving Cameron in a tailspin. Gordon attempts to deal with some difficult news.
10Broad36
Jul 5, 2015
Gordon is back in California, hoping to reconnect with his brother. Joe uses the leverage that he has.
Working for the Clampdown
Jul 12, 2015
Gordon and Donna are keeping secrets from one another. Gordon sets up a new venture.
Limbo
Jul 19, 2015
Cameron and Tom attempt to come to terms at Mutiny's user picnic. Gordon looks for some answers.
Kali
Jul 26, 2015
Shocked by a rival's launch, Mutiny takes measures to make sure of survival.
Heaven Is a Place
Aug 2, 2015
After the Clark family descends into crisis, Gordon attempts to help Joe.