Under the Dome: Season 2
An invisible and mysterious force field descends upon the small fictional town of Chester's Mill, Maine, in the United States, trapping the residents inside and completely cutting them off from the rest of civilization. The trapped townspeople must discover the secrets, origins, and purpose of the dome or sphere, while simultaneously coming to learn more than they ever knew about each other. As the community struggle
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- An invisible and mysterious force field has descended upon the small town of Chester's Mill, Maine, trapping residents inside and cutting them off from the rest of civilization.
- The trapped townspeople are tasked with discovering the secrets, origins, and purpose of the dome or sphere.
- Living under the force field causes residents to learn more about each other than they ever knew before.
- Certain individuals attempt to use the situation to take power, leading to the formation of a resistance among the inhabitants.
Season overview
An invisible and mysterious force field descends upon the small fictional town of Chester's Mill, Maine, in the United States, trapping the residents inside and completely cutting them off from the rest of civilization. The trapped townspeople must discover the secrets, origins, and purpose of the dome or sphere, while simultaneously coming to learn more than they ever knew about each other. As the community struggles to survive this unprecedented and unexplained situation, certain individuals attempt in concealed ways to take advantage of the circumstances and seize power for themselves. In response to these power grabs, a resistance movement forms among the inhabitants. Throughout this ordeal, the residents are forced to confront the realities of their confinement while dealing with the ongoing mystery of the barrier that surrounds their entire community.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Heads Will Roll
Jun 30, 2014 · 42 min
Barbie's life is in Big Jim's hands; the dome becomes magnetized; Julia tries to save the life of a mysterious girl who may have clues about the origin of the dome.
Infestation
Jul 7, 2014 · 39 min
When Rebecca discovers an infestation of butterfly eggs on the crops, Barbie risks his life to help her save the town's food supply.
Force Majeure
Jul 14, 2014 · 39 min
Big Jim conducts a census to see how long the town can survive on dwindling resources; acid rain threatens everyone.
Revelation
Jul 21, 2014 · 38 min
Rebecca and Big Jim consider extreme measures as the conditions worsen in Chester's Mill; clues about Melanie's connection to the dome are revealed.
Reconciliation
Jul 28, 2014 · 42 min
After Big Jim and Rebecca's plan left the town divided, Julia takes over as the leader of Chester's Mill; Norrie and Joe help Melanie find more clues.
In the Dark
Aug 4, 2014 · 39 min
A cave-in severs Barbie and Sam's path back to Chester's Mill during their investigation of a mysterious tunnel; a dust storm rages through the town, as Big Jim and Julia face off
Going Home
Aug 11, 2014 · 40 min
As Barbie descends further into the mysterious tunnel in hope of finding Sam, he comes across a world filled with unanswered questions.
Awakening
Aug 18, 2014 · 39 min
Barbie turns to his father for help contacting Julia but realizes that he may not be trustworthy; Big Jim declares himself sheriff of Chester's Mill.
The Red Door
Aug 25, 2014 · 42 min
Barbie is apprehended by mysterious men and relentlessly interrogated about the Dome; Big Jim forms a deal that could permanently seal the fate of the Chester's Mill residents.
The Fall
Sep 1, 2014 · 42 min
Big Jim finally learns what happened to his wife, Pauline; Chester's Mill faces a new threat -- climate change.
Black Ice
Sep 8, 2014 · 42 min
Rebecca and Sam try to save Chester's Mill residents as temperatures plunge; Barbie puts his life at risk to help Julia after a terrible accident.
Turn
Sep 15, 2014 · 40 min
The latest threat intensifies, leaving Chester's Mill residents at risk of being crushed to death; Melanie's health declines as the egg's fate remains uncertain.
Go Now
Sep 22, 2014 · 40 min
Just as the walls start to close in on those trapped in Chester's Mill, a possible exit from the dome is revealed.