As season two unfolds, Ryan, FBI Agent Mike Weston and Ryan’s niece, NYPD officer Max Hardy, lead an off-the-books investigation into Joe’s presumed death and the whereabouts of his cult’s remaining members.
Cast
Kevin Bacon
Ryan Hardy
James Purefoy
Joe Carroll
Shawn Ashmore
Mike Weston
Valorie Curry
Emma Hill / Denise Harris
Jessica Stroup
Max Hardy
Sam Underwood
Luke Gray / Mark Gray
Tiffany Boone
Mandy Lang
Gregg Henry
Dr. Arthur Strauss
Natalie Zea
Claire Matthews
Connie Nielsen
Lily Gray
John Lafayette
Deputy Marshall Scott Turner
Valerie Cruz
Special Agent Gina Mendez
Felix Solis
Special Agent Jeffrey Clarke
Kyle Barisich
FBI Agent Hopkins
James McDaniel
Agent Ken Phillips
Carrie Preston
Judy
Tehmina Sunny
Melissa Evans
Camille De Pazzis
Giselle
J.D. Williams
Carlos Perez
Susan Heyward
Hannah
Keith Carradine
Barry
C.J. Wilson
Reverend Glenn
Sprague Grayden
Carrie Cooke
Josephine Huang
Kimmy Lee
Pete Postiglione
Carl Fisher
Mason Schneiderman
Ben
Ed Heavey
Agent Hawthorne
Montego Glover
FBI Agent Lawrence
Leslie Bibb
Jana Murphy
James McCaffrey
David Roland
Bambadjan Bamba
Sami
Nahanni Johnstone
Lisa Withers
Hugues Faustin
Jamel
Rita Neidich
Radmila
Shayne Coleman
Andrea
Wendy Hoopes
Bella
Lexie Tompkins
Wendy Porter
Lee Tergesen
Kurt Bolen
Shane McRae
Robert
Jake Weber
Micah
John Lenartz
Richard Weston
Erika Rolfsrud
Shannon
Sawyer Barth
Chris
Jacinda Barrett
Julia
Waymon Arnette
Eric
Owen Campbell
Cole
David Call
Lance Tierney
Aaron Lazar
Billy Boyer
Napiera Groves
Lisa
Julia Haubner
Carol
Emily Kinney
Mallory Hodge
Josh Salatin
Lucas
Theo Stockman
Patrick Trano
Mackenzie Marsh
Tilda
Pico Alexander
Young Joe
Blair Sams
Kate
Laura Sametz
Valerie
Billy Marshall Jr.
Matthew
Kristina Klebe
Carla
Mark Morettini
John
Florence Faivre
Serena
Liza Seneca
Angela
Tom Patrick Stephens
Decklan
Tom Cavanagh
Kingston Tanner
Tyrone Mitchell Henderson
Marshall Keller
Joseph Castillo-Midyett
Murph
Carter Jenkins
Preston Tanner
Veronica Dang
FBI Tech Jane Wong
Willa Fitzgerald
Jenny
Bridget Gabbe
Kelly
Kaija Matiss
Courtney
Connor Fox
Jason
Ezra Knight
Roman
Adam Donshik
Marshal Doyle
Michael Robertson
Tim
Manu Narayan
Reece
Isabel Shill
Karyn
Natalie Roy
Alice Fisher
Lynn Marocola
Paramedic (uncredited)
Malachy Cleary
Priest
Kevin Hoffman
Ben
Danny Fischer
Chris
Tony Giorgio
Flag Folder
Charles S. Dutton
FBI Director Tom Franklin
Geoffrey Cantor
Detective
Ed Moran
Brad Daniels
Slate Holmgren
Alistair Duncan
Hannah Hodson
Frat Girl
Gillian Glasco
Agent White
Stacy-Ann Gooden
TV Reporter #2
Episodes
Resurrection
One year after Ryan Hardy's pursuit of serial killer Joe Carroll, a healthy and healed Ryan is living in New York City. On the surface, it appears Ryan's gotten his life back together. But deep down, his obsession with Joe continues to grow. Then, on the anniversary of Joe's death, a new murderous rampage leaves everyone shocked and determined to discover the truth.
For Joe
After the tragic subway killings, Ryan’s obsession with the case becomes stronger than ever. Soon, mysterious phone calls bring him face-to-face with what may be his biggest threat yet. Meanwhile, revelations surrounding Joe’s new life are brought to the surface.
Trust Me
Ryan continues his search to find the correlation between the recent tragedies in New York City and Emma and the existing members of the Havenport cult, while the FBI becomes increasingly aware of his undercover agenda. Meanwhile, a shocking event leads Joe to put a new plan in action.
Family Affair
After the latest shocking revelation in the case, Ryan and Max attempt to put the pieces together and stay two-steps ahead of the FBI, despite Weston's constant warnings to stay out of the way. Meanwhile, Emma becomes even closer to Mark and Luke, while Joe and Mandy meet up with a follower in search of assistance.
Reflection
In an attempt to learn new information, Ryan and Max capture a suspect. But complications lead to a game of dangerous cat and mouse. Also, Joe grows accustomed to his surroundings and establishes a plan of his own, while Emma realizes she is in dangerous company.
Fly Away
Looking for back-up and hoping to execute their plan, Ryan and Max contact the FBI. But Weston has other ideas, leading to a standoff between good and evil. Meanwhile, Joe's new relationship escalates into uncharted territory, and Luke finds himself in a troubling situation.
Sacrifice
Ryan and the FBI continue their hunt for Lily Gray, and are forced to redirect their search when a new threat enters Max's life. Meanwhile, Joe, Emma and Mandy arrive at their latest hideout, but quickly realize things aren't what they seem.
The Messenger
After a tragic turn of events, Ryan attempts to find the man who originally taught Joe to kill, in hopes of finding new answers. Meanwhile, at the compound, Joe tries to get his bearings, while Emma and Mandy wait for him to reveal his new plan.
Unmasked
Ryan, Max and Weston discover information that leads them closer to uncovering the mole within the FBI - which results in complications of its own. Meanwhile, Joe and Micah execute a plan that threatens the Korban cult in order to announce a message to Ryan and the world.
Teacher's Pet
As his power over the Korban cult grows, Joe sets a deadly plan in action using new acolytes to carry out his demands. Meanwhile, Ryan and Max devise a plan to contact Joe, in hopes of tracking down his whereabouts, and Weston meets with a face from the past.
Freedom
A deadly massacre, thought to be sparked by Joe Carroll, leads Ryan and Mike into very dangerous territory. But as more details are revealed, they realize another leader might be on the rise. Meanwhile, Joe continues to train the Korban cult and confirms his new plans with Emma and those who doubt him.
Betrayal
After a series of public condemnations of Joe and his followers, Joe targets the son of a man who stands against him. Meanwhile, Ryan is faced with the shocking news of Claire's reappearance and Mandy makes a decision that leads her to a familiar face which could undo all that Joe has been working for.
The Reaping
Ryan tracks down the location of the Korban compound with hopes to infiltrate the cult and capture Joe Carroll, but all doesn't go exactly as planned. Meanwhile, Claire asks Carrie to deliver a message to Joe, and Weston makes a decision that will change the course of his life forever.
Silence
Joe Carroll puts his final plan into action, threatening the lives of many, as Ryan and Mike go to great lengths to stop him and prevent more innocent lives being lost. Meanwhile, Claire makes a decision that leads her into dangerous territory, and Mark and Luke attempt to figure out their next move.
Forgive
Mark and Luke turn the tables on both Ryan Hardy and Joe Carroll, forcing the two sworn enemies to come together to save the woman they love.
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