Riverdale: Season 2
Riverdale Season 2 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes.
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Riverdale Season 1.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Season overview
Riverdale Season 2 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Chapter Fourteen: A Kiss Before Dying
Oct 11, 2017
As Fred's life hangs in the balance following the shooting at Pop's diner, Archie struggles with the emotional aftermath of what he witnessed. Meanwhile, as Veronica steps out of h
Chapter Fifteen: Nighthawks
Oct 18, 2017
With the gunman still at large and the residents of Riverdale on edge, Betty leads the charge to save Pop's after learning that the diner may be forced to close its doors forever.
Chapter Sixteen: The Watcher in the Woods
Oct 25, 2017
Archie gets frustrated by the lack of progress made in catching his father’s shooter, so he takes matters into his own hands to send the gunman a message. Meanwhile, Veronica is th
Chapter Seventeen: The Town That Dreaded Sundown
Nov 1, 2017
When Archie’s attempt to take matters into his own hands spirals out of control, Mayor McCoy calls an emergency town hall meeting to deal with the growing chaos in Riverdale. Meanw
Chapter Eighteen: When a Stranger Calls
Nov 8, 2017
When Alice publishes a fiery piece in the Riverdale Register blasting the Southside, Jughead is forced to take matters into his own hands to try and keep the peace. Betty turns to
Chapter Nineteen: Death Proof
Nov 15, 2017
After a charge led by Mayor McCoy threatens to further escalate tensions between the North and Southside, Jughead, along with Archie, tries to put a stop to a dangerous alliance be
Chapter Twenty: Tales from the Darkside
Nov 29, 2017
Riverdale remains on edge after a chilling letter from the Black Hood challenges the town’s residents to remain sinless for 48 hours – or he’ll strike again. Meanwhile, Jughead and
Chapter Twenty-One: House of the Devil
Dec 6, 2017
When Jughead learns that FP is getting released from prison, he and Betty organize a welcome home party with the Serpents to ease him back into his former life. Meanwhile, Archie a
Chapter Twenty-Two: Silent Night, Deadly Night
Dec 13, 2017
After snooping around for Christmas gifts, Veronica uncovers a major secret Hiram has been keeping from her. Fallout from Jughead’s encounter with Penny Peabody creates tension bet
Chapter Twenty-Three: The Blackboard Jungle
Jan 17, 2018
Tensions mount when the sudden shut down of Southside High forces Jughead and his fellow serpents to transfer to Riverdale High. Veronica ensures Hiram and Hermoine that she’s stil
Chapter Twenty-Four: The Wrestler
Jan 24, 2018
Amidst preparations for the town’s annual Picken’s Day festivities, Jughead interviews Toni’s grandfather and learns some shocking details about Riverdale’s history. In an attempt
Chapter Twenty-Five: The Wicked and the Divine
Jan 31, 2018
As preparations for her confirmation ceremony get underway, Veronica becomes concerned that Archie, who’s agreed to be Hiram’s "intern," may be learning too much about her family’s
Chapter Twenty-Six: The Tell-Tale Heart
Feb 7, 2018
Betty turns to Jughead for help when the consequences of a hasty decision come back to haunt her. Veronica organizes a face to face meeting after tensions between Hiram, FP and Jug
Chapter Twenty-Seven: The Hills Have Eyes
Mar 7, 2018
When Hiram suggests that Veronica and Archie head up to their lake house for the weekend, Veronica decides to invite Betty and Jughead to join them. Determined to uncover Hiram’s p
Chapter Twenty-Eight: There Will Be Blood
Mar 14, 2018
After learning that his dad is considering running for mayor of Riverdale, Archie begins to grow concerned that the Lodges may have found their newest pawn in Fred. Meanwhile, Bett
Chapter Twenty-Nine: Primary Colors
Mar 21, 2018
In the aftermath of Hiram’s newly announced plans for Riverdale, Jughead resorts to drastic measures to voice his opposition. After making her own big announcement, Hermoine’s frie
Chapter Thirty: The Noose Tightens
Mar 28, 2018
Just as the town’s mayoral race gets underway, Riverdale High’s own student council election heats up. Archie steps up to help after learning that Hiram’s mobster associates have c
Chapter Thirty-One: A Night to Remember
Apr 18, 2018
As Riverdale High begins rehearsals for its upcoming production of “Carrie the Musical”, the arrival of an ominous letter forces director Kevin to make a difficult decision about t
Chapter Thirty-Two: Prisoners
Apr 25, 2018
After an incident at Riverdale High leaves the town on edge, Archie leads the charge to uncover the culprit. Meanwhile, the reveal of a devastating secret leads to a violent showdo
Chapter Thirty-Three: Shadow of a Doubt
May 2, 2018
As the town’s mayoral race between Fred and Hermoine heats up, Hiram sets his sights on a new ally – Sheriff Minetta. Betty turns to Cheryl for help when she has a suspicion about
Chapter Thirty-Four: Judgment Night
May 9, 2018
When an incident at the Sheriff’s station triggers an all-out war between the North and the Southside, Archie and Jughead find themselves in the fight of their lives. Meanwhile Ver
Chapter Thirty-Five: Brave New World
May 16, 2018
With Fred trailing in the polls, Archie steps in to lend a hand in his dad’s mayoral campaign. Veronica stays one step ahead after uncovering Hiram’s latest scheme. Elsewhere, Cher