For All Mankind — Season 2
10 episodesFirst aired 19 February 2021
Season two picks up in 1983, the height of the Cold War, with tensions between the United States and the USSR at their peak. The Department of Defense has moved into Mission Control, and the militarization of NASA becomes central to several characters’ stories: some fight it, some use it as an opportunity to advance their own interests, and some find themselves at the height of a conflict that may lead to nuclear war.
E1Every Little Thing
7.2Feb 202157m
Nearly a decade later, technology and lunar exploration have taken huge strides—but a solar storm threatens the astronauts on Jamestown.
E2The Bleeding Edge
6.7Feb 202156m
Margo must lead a seemingly impossible mission. Danielle wants to return to the moon. Gordo grapples with life on Earth.
E3Rules of Engagement
7.0Mar 20211h
A dispute on the moon prompts NASA officials to consider arming astronauts. Ed’s past comes back to haunt him.
E4Pathfinder
6.8Mar 20211h 1m
With a little help from Molly, Ed plans a career change—as his old Jamestown crewmates Gordo and Danielle struggle.
E5The Weight
6.6Mar 202158m
Ed's reckless behavior at NASA shakes the foundation of the Baldwin family. Tracy attempts to readapt to life in space.
E6Best-Laid Plans
6.6Mar 20211h
American astronauts and NASA leadership prepare for a new mission with unlikely partners. Ellen gets in touch with an old friend.
E7Don't Be Cruel
6.6Apr 20211h 2m
Ellen is challenged by her new role. Margo’s allegiances are put to the test. Karen explores new opportunities—personally and professionally.
E8And Here's to You
7.0Apr 20211h 10m
Gordo returns to space. Molly faces an upsetting new reality. Aleida confronts her first major hurdle at work.
E9Triage
7.3Apr 202156m
The rivalry between American astronauts and Soviet cosmonauts intensifies as last-minute changes impact the Pathfinder mission plan.
E10The Grey
8.0Apr 20211h 17m
Tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union reach an all-time high on the moon, throwing multiple missions into jeopardy.
