Hannibal: Season 2
When damning evidence shows up at the Federal Bureau of Investigation that implicates Will in a string of grisly murders, he is immediately placed under the care of the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane. As Will tries to assure Jack of his innocence, he also attempts to convince him of the identity of the real killer. The series explores the early relationship between renowned psychiatrist Hannibal L
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Graham possesses an extraordinary ability to think like his prey, seeing what they see and feeling what they feel.
- Special Agent Jack Crawford teams Graham with a highly respected psychiatrist who has a taste for the criminal.
- The series focuses on the early relationship between psychiatrist Hannibal Lecter and young criminal profiler Will Graham.
- The television series is based on characters and elements from Thomas Harris novels.
Season overview
When damning evidence shows up at the Federal Bureau of Investigation that implicates Will in a string of grisly murders, he is immediately placed under the care of the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane. As Will tries to assure Jack of his innocence, he also attempts to convince him of the identity of the real killer. The series explores the early relationship between renowned psychiatrist Hannibal Lecter and a young Federal Bureau of Investigation criminal profiler who is haunted by his ability to empathize with serial killers. Developed by Bryan Fuller for NBC, the American psychological horror thriller television series is based on characters and elements appearing in Thomas Harris novels.
Episode Guide
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Kaiseki
Feb 28, 2014 · 44 min
With Will Graham in prison, the FBI investigates his claims against Hannibal. A new serial killer emerges.
Sakizuke
Mar 7, 2014 · 44 min
As the FBI seeks Will's help in tracking a killer who turns his victims' bodies into art, Will plots to reveal the truth about Hannibal.
Hassun
Mar 14, 2014 · 44 min
As Will's murder trial begins, a copycat killer sends a gruesome message. Jack is under pressure to wrap up Will's case while Hannibal hopes for his friend's exoneration.
Takiawase
Mar 21, 2014 · 44 min
Emboldened after drug therapy from Dr. Chilton, Will sets a deadly plan in place to expose Hannibal. A new killer is turning victims into beehives.
Mukōzuke
Mar 28, 2014 · 44 min
The BSU investigates Beverly's death after her body is found displayed in a gruesome tableau. Abel Gideon returns to the Baltimore Hospital for the Criminally Insane. Will seeks a
Futamono
Apr 4, 2014 · 44 min
Jack suspects Hannibal might be the Chesapeake Ripper as two more victims turn up. Hannibal and Alana distance themselves from Will.
Yakimono
Apr 11, 2014 · 44 min
As Miriam Lass begins her recovery, Will is released from prison and resumes his pursuit of Hannibal.
Su-zakana
Apr 18, 2014 · 44 min
Will resumes his therapy with Dr. Lecter. The FBI investigates the murder of a woman whose body was found sewn inside a dead horse.
Shiizakana
Apr 25, 2014 · 43 min
Margot Verger seeks out Will as she tries to understand Hannibal. The FBI searches for an animalistic killer who tears his victims' bodies apart.
Naka-Choko
May 2, 2014 · 44 min
Will's readiness to go to dark places strengthens his bond with Hannibal.
Kō No Mono
May 9, 2014 · 44 min
Will and Margot hide her pregnancy from Mason. After Freddie's gruesome murder, Alana's doubts about Will and Hannibal grow stronger.
Tome-wan
May 16, 2014 · 44 min
Bedelia returns and accepts immunity to testify against Hannibal. Mason Verger plots revenge after learning of Hannibal's manipulations.
Mizumono
May 23, 2014 · 44 min
Springing their trap, Jack, Will, and Alana face off with Hannibal in a bloody final showdown, but the doctor has a few surprises of his own. Will makes his decision, and it result