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Our Flag Means Death: Season 2

8 episodes Premiered Oct 5, 2023 Updated Oct 31, 2026

In the second season of the period romantic comedy Our Flag Means Death, the narrative continues to explore the complex relationship between Stede Bonnet and Captain Blackbeard. Following their initial meeting on the high seas, the two characters discovered that their connection evolved beyond mere friendship into a romantic bond. As they navigate the challenges of their newfound love, the central conflict of the sea

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Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Stede Bonnet is a gentleman who abandoned his former life to become a pirate captain.
  • ⚡ Stede commands a pirate ship named the Revenge with a crew prone to mutiny.
  • ⚡ Stede Bonnet and the infamous Captain Blackbeard formed a significant bond on the high seas.
  • ⚡ The series is set in 1717 during the historical period known as the Golden Age of Piracy.
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Season overview

In the second season of the period romantic comedy Our Flag Means Death, the narrative continues to explore the complex relationship between Stede Bonnet and Captain Blackbeard. Following their initial meeting on the high seas, the two characters discovered that their connection evolved beyond mere friendship into a romantic bond. As they navigate the challenges of their newfound love, the central conflict of the season focuses on their collective ability to survive the pressures of this relationship while operating as pirates. The series, set during the 1717 Golden Age of Piracy, maintains its focus on the misadventures of the gentleman-turned-pirate Stede Bonnet and his crew aboard the ship known as the Revenge. Having previously traded his charmed life for the career of a swashbuckling buccaneer, Stede must continue to manage his crew, who have historically shown signs of potential mutiny. The season expands upon the established dynamic between Stede and the infamous Blackbeard, shifting the stakes from simple survival as pirates to the personal and emotional endurance required to maintain their romantic partnership amidst the dangers of life on the open ocean.

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Season 2 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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S2·E1 Mytharc

Impossible Birds

Oct 5, 2023 · 29 min

While Stede adjusts to his new normal, a heartbroken Blackbeard fills the void with daily raids – sparking concern amongst Izzy and the crew.

S2·E2 Core

Red Flags

Oct 5, 2023 · 28 min

Aboard Zheng's ship, Stede, Olu, and Black Pete have surprising revelations while Blackbeard's crew plots their revenge.

S2·E3 Core

The Innkeeper

Oct 5, 2023 · 32 min

While the Revenge crew gleefully reunites under Zheng's reign, Stede attempts to bring back Blackbeard, who must face his own difficult truths.

S2·E4 Core

Fun and Games

Oct 12, 2023 · 30 min

After he's banished from the Revenge, Blackbeard unwittingly receives relationship advice from some dysfunctional old friends.

S2·E5 Core

The Curse of the Seafaring Life

Oct 12, 2023 · 30 min

As Blackbeard remains plagued by the distrust of his crew, Izzy schools Stede on how to be an effective captain.

S2·E6 Core

Calypso's Birthday

Oct 19, 2023 · 26 min

While the crew celebrates Calypso's birthday, Blackbeard faces a violent party-crasher seeking revenge.

S2·E7 Mytharc

Man on Fire

Oct 19, 2023 · 25 min

As Blackbeard reevaluates his life, Stede revels in his newfound infamy. With some help from Jim, Oluwande reunites with a hesitant Zheng.

S2·E8 Mytharc

Mermen

Oct 26, 2023 · 30 min

After watching the Republic of Pirates crumble, Stede and Zheng pursue Prince Ricky Barnes, the Revenge crew schemes to escape imprisonment, and Blackbeard plots a return to piracy

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