Battlestar Galactica Season 2 Episodes

19 Episodes 2005 - 2006

In the second season of Battlestar Galactica, the Cylons continue their relentless campaign of annihilation. Their Cylon human copies wreak havoc for our intrepid heroes who struggle with internal political struggles while battling the Cylons. Starbuck (Katee Sackhoff) and Helo (Tahmoh Penikett) get separated on Caprica when Starbuck goes on a dangerous mission for President Roslin (Mary McDonnell). Apollo (Jamie Bamber) leads a rescue mission to Kobol. A surviving battlestar is discovered and trouble ensues while people vie for command of the growing fleet and the ragtag band of survivors. Lucy Lawless ("Xena: The Warrier Princess") joins as D'Anna Biers and Dean Stockwell ("Quantum Leap") as John Cavil. Notable guest stars include Michelle Forbes ("Star Trek: The Next Generation" and "The Killing") and Dana Delaney ("China Beach" and "Body of Proof").

Episode 1

Scattered

Fri, Jul 15, 2005 60 mins

As Adama fights for his life in the second-season opener, Col. Tigh takes command and orders an emergency hyperspace jump that leaves Galactica stranded from the fleet. On Kobol, the landing party seeks shelter from the Cylons, while on Caprica, Starbuck tries to find a way to deliver the arrow to Roslin. Elsewhere, Roslin and Apollo have a heart-to-heart in their adjoining cells.

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Episode 2

Valley of Darkness

Fri, Jul 22, 2005 60 mins

The relief engendered by Galactica's reunion with the fleet is short-lived when a virus begins draining the power supply and a pack of Cylons invade the ship. Tigh has a hunch as to the Cylons' intentions, but needs Apollo's help to thwart their scheme. Back on Caprica, Starbuck and Helo visit her old apartment; while on Kobol, Tyrol races back to camp with medical supplies.

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Episode 3

Fragged

Fri, Jul 29, 2005 60 mins

As Adama continues his recovery under Dr. Cottle's supervision, Tigh struggles to maintain his authority---and his sobriety---amidst Roslin's reemergence as a political force; and Apollo leads a rescue mission to Kobol, unaware that the Cylons have prepared an ambush. Tom Zarek: Richard Hatch.

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Episode 4

Resistance

Fri, Aug 5, 2005 60 mins

Fueled by alcohol and goaded by his amoral wife, Tigh dissolves the Quorum, arrests Tyrol and imposes martial law---inspiring Apollo to try to free President Roslin. On Caprica, Starbuck and Helo have an unexpected encounter. Anders: Michael Trucco. Sue-Shaun: Tamara Lashley.

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Episode 5

The Farm

Fri, Aug 12, 2005 60 mins

Recovered from his wounds, Adama resumes command of Galactica as Apollo and President Roslin plot an uprising with Tom Zarek. Meanwhile, on Caprica, a doctor (Rick Worthy) takes a special interest in the wounded Starbuck. Sue-Shaun: Tamara Lashley.

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Episode 6

Home

Fri, Aug 19, 2005 60 mins

Part 1 of two. Starbuck and Helo reunite with Roslin, who considers executing pregnant Cylon Sharon, while Apollo tangles with Zarek and his sinister sidekick (James Remar). Aboard Galactica, a brooding Adama revamps his officer corps by replacing his wayward son with "Catman" Birch (Ben Ayres).

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Episode 7

Home

Fri, Aug 26, 2005 60 mins

Conclusion. Determined to restore unity among the divided colonists, Adama attempts to reconcile with Lee and orders a search-and-rescue mission to Kobol to locate President Roslin's squad of tomb hunters.

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Episode 8

Final Cut

Fri, Sep 9, 2005 60 mins

To ease tensions with the civilian fleet, Adama and Roslin give a journalist (Lucy Lawless) complete access to Galactica's overworked pilots and crew. Meanwhile, Col. Tigh receives a death threat; Cottle is called in to treat Cylon Sharon's unborn child; and a Viper pilot (Luciana Carro) loses control of her fighter.

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Episode 9

Flight of the Phoenix

Fri, Sep 16, 2005 60 mins

Helo is ostracized for his relationship with Cylon Sharon after she is suspected of planting a virus that leaves the Galactica vulnerable to attack. Meanwhile, Tyrol struggles to build a Viper from scratch.

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Episode 10

Pegasus

Fri, Sep 23, 2005 62 mins

Galactica's crew discovers that a second battlestar, the Pegasus, survived the attack on the 12 Colonies, but tensions erupt when Adm. Cain (Michelle Forbes) relieves Adama of command of the fleet.

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Episode 11

Resurrection Ship

Fri, Jan 6, 2006 60 mins

Part 1 of two. A military showdown between Galactica and Pegasus is averted by the arrival of Starbuck, who returns with recon photos of a Cylon resurrection ship, a target that eclipses the conflict between Cdr. Adama and Adm. Cain (Michelle Forbes).

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Episode 13

Epiphanies

Fri, Jan 20, 2006 60 mins

President Laura Roslin reflects on her relationship with President Adar (Colm Feore) while facing the end of her days. Meanwhile, a group of Cylon sympathizers endangers the fleet. Royan Jahee: Paul Perri.

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Episode 14

Black Market

Fri, Jan 27, 2006 60 mins

Lee is appointed to investigate a black-market operation within the fleet after the Pegasus commander is found murdered in his quarters with a cache of cigarettes, liquor and jewelry. Phelan: Bill Duke. Tom Zarek: Richard Hatch. Shevon: Claudette Mink.

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Episode 15

Scar

Fri, Feb 3, 2006 60 mins

Galactica protects miners who are extracting vital metals from an asteroid from Cylon attacks perpetrated by a deadly, battle-savvy Raider nicknamed Scar. Elsewhere, Kara Thrace butts heads with Lt. Katraine. Lt. Katraine: Luciana Carro.

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Episode 16

Sacrifice

Fri, Feb 10, 2006 60 mins

Word gets out that Sharon is being kept alive secretly aboard Galactica and Sesha Abinell (Dana Delany) takes hostages in an effort to prevent the Cylon from providing enemy intelligence to Galactica.

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Episode 17

The Captain's Hand

Fri, Feb 17, 2006 60 mins

Concerns over missing Vipers pit the new Pegasus commander (John Heard) against his temporary XO, Lee Adama. Meanwhile, the presidential campaign turns into a pro-choice vs. pro-life debate.

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Episode 18

Downloaded

Fri, Feb 24, 2006 60 mins

Lucy Lawless ("Xena: Warrior Princess") portrays a member of the Cylon leadership, who honors Number Six and Sharon as heroes on Caprica. Elsewhere, Kara's lover, Samuel Anders (Michael Trucco), plans to attack the Cylons. Tricia Helfer.

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Episode 19

Lay Down Your Burdens

Fri, Mar 3, 2006 60 mins

Part 1 of two. A rescue mission to Caprica to save the humans trapped there accidentally leads to the discovery of a habitable planet. Elsewhere, Tyrol is haunted by nightmares. Brother Cavil: Dean Stockwell.

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Episode 20

Lay Down Your Burdens

Fri, Mar 10, 2006 90 mins

Conclusion. Laura and Baltar lock horns over the colonization of the newly discovered planet. Elsewhere, a Cylon brings Galactica a message from the Cylon leadership. Brother Cavil: Dean Stockwell.

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