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Season 2 – Carnivàle

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It's the mid-1930s, and we're in the middle of the Dust Bowl, a time when sandstorms and disease were running rampant across the Great Plains. After his mother's death, teenage fugitive Ben Hawkins is picked up by a mysterious traveling carnival run by an unseen force known only as "Management." Surrounded by magic, Ben reconnects with his long-dormant supernatural powers. Meanwhile, hundreds of miles away, an evangelical preacher is plagued with apocalyptic visions. What the two of them don't know is that they're set to become players in the great (and heretofore hidden) battle between Darkness and Light.
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Billy C Amazing!! One of the most authentic and realistic supernatural TV shows of all time. Tightly wound plots, superb casting and great acting with intelligent direction and special effects that work!! A classic!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Nick Stahl

Ben Hawkins

Clancy Brown

Brother Justin Crowe

Clea Duvall

Sofie

Amy Madigan

Iris Crowe

Michael J. Anderson

Samson

Debra Christofferson

Lila

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 9, 2005 Los Moscos Brother Justin spreads his radio message; Management urges Ben to find his father; Rev. Balthus is stricken ill; Lila worries about Lodz's whereabouts. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 16, 2005 Alamogordo, NM Ben seeks out Scudder's former associate; Justin and Iris welcome a new servant into their home; Samson threatens to replace Stumpy; Sofie seeks comfort in manual labor. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 23, 2005 Ingram, TX Ben searches for the next link; Sofie refuses to read Ben's tarot cards; Dolan grills another arson witness; Ruthie is visited by a mysterious shadow. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 30, 2005 Old Cherry Blossom Road Ben's relative reveals dark secrets; Balthus bears witness to Justin's abuse of power; Lila finds clues in Lodz's trailer; Jonesy gives Sofie a new assignment. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 6, 2005 Creed, OK Dolan pushes Justin to make a difficult decision; Ruthie shares her visions with Sofie; Stroud continues his pursuit of Ben; Justin receives a mysterious gift. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 13, 2005 The Road to Damascus Samson makes a deal with an old friend; Iris and Justin prepare for a difficult sermon; Rita Sue goes on a charity mission; Lila makes a new friend. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 20, 2005 Damascus, NE Ben follows his visions to a seedy hotel; Sabina airs her dirty laundry with Lila; Iris displays her strength to Norman; the troupe worries about Sofie. Details Episode 8 Aired Feb 27, 2005 Outskirts, Damascus, NE Ben and Samson have a heated argument; Libby shocks her parents with an announcement; Smith interprets a bad sign for Justin; Sofie finds a new job. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 6, 2005 Lincoln Highway Ruthie's visitor leaves lipstick traces; Lila tries to reach Lodz; Sofie finds salvation in her work; Iris takes Eleanor on a picnic. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 13, 2005 Cheyenne, WY Libby struggles to stick to her alibi; Jones goes for a ride with Ben; Talbot-Smith intercepts a near disaster for Justin and reneges on a deal with Scudder. Details Episode 11 Aired Mar 20, 2005 Outside New Canaan Lila challenges Samson's authority; Libby urges Jones to reveal a secret to the troupe; Sofie sees a face from her past. Details Episode 12 Aired Mar 27, 2005 New Canaan, CA Samson devises a grand plan; Justin forces Iris to face her fear of heights; Ben performs his most important healings. Details
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Season Info

Director
Jeremy Podeswa, John Patterson, Todd Field, Rodrigo Garcia, Jack Bender, Steve Shill, Scott Winant, Dan Lerner, Alan Taylor, Tim Hunter, Tucker Gates
Executive Producer
Ronald D. Moore, Daniel Knauf, Howard Klein
Screenwriter
William Schmidt, Daniel Knauf, John J. McLaughlin, Tracy Torme, Dawn Prestwich, Nicole Yorkin
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 9, 2005