Carnivale Episode Guide

Episode Guide

Carnivale: Season 2 (2005)

• Season 2 Episode 12: New Canaan, CA

  Samson comes up with a master plan, while Justin forces Iris to confront her fear of heights. Ben performs a few important healings, Stroud does his best to protect Justin, and Sofie finds herself in the dark. Last in series of the Thirties-set drama, starring Michael J Anderson, Nick Stahl and Clancy Brown

• Season 2 Episode 11: Outside New Canaan

  Lila issues a challenge to Samson's authority after he announces where the troupe's headed next. Libby urges Jonesy to reveal a secret to the others, and Sofie receives a blast from the past, while Justin is surprised by a development in the migrant camp. Drama, starring Debra Christofferson, Michael J Anderson and Tim DeKay

• Season 2 Episode 10: Cheyenne, WY

  Libby finds it hard to stick to her alibi as Rita Sue makes it clear who's the boss. Ruthie delivers a message to Lila in the middle of the night, while Talbot-Smith goes back on a deal he struck with Scudder, and Iris discovers a relative. Drama, starring Carla Gallo, Cynthia Ettinger and Amy Madigan

• Season 2 Episode 9: Lincoln Highway

  Jonesy is attacked by a gang who administer their own brand of rough justice. Iris takes Eleanor on a picnic, while Justin manages to quell a riot by preaching his own special kind of forgiveness. Drama, starring Tim DeKay, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 2 Episode 8: Outskirts, Damascus, NE

  Samson has a furious argument with Ben over the death of Management, while Rita Sue stands up to Stumpy's debt collector. Libby makes a shocking announcement to her parents, Sofie secures a new job and Jonesy gets the blame for an accident. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Michael J Anderson

• Season 2 Episode 7: Damascus, NE

  Ben's visions lead him to a seedy hotel - but Stroud's still hot on his tail. Libby gives Jonesy special treatment, and Management tries to destroy a present that Ben gave to Samson, who renews his acquaintance with Sabina. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Michael J Anderson and Bree Walker

• Season 2 Episode 6: The Road to Damascus

  Samson meets an old friend when the troupe break bread with another touring carnival, and Rita Sue's new charity mission gives Stumpy cause for concern. Iris and Justin prepare for a challenging sermon, while Ben and Sofie fail to resolve a few family problems. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Michael J Anderson

• Season 2 Episode 5: Creed, OK

  Ben has an unnerving confrontation with a mask-maker, while Sofie decides to help him after Ruthie tells her of the visions she's been having. Dolan forces Justin to make a tough decision, and Stumpy bets heavily on a big fight. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 2 Episode 4: Old Blossom Cherry Road

  A relative of Ben's reveals a dark family secret, and Stroud reports on his progress. Justin continues to abuse his power, while Iris begs him not to keep anything from her. Jonesy gives Sofie a new assignment, and Stumpy comes up with another idea to feed the locals. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 2 Episode 3: Ingram, TX

  Stroud investigates a mining accident that left all but one man dead. Sofie refuses to read Ben's future. Ruthie makes preparations for her latest death-defying stunt, but finds her attention drawn to a mysterious shadow looming close by - and tries to discern its significance

• Season 2 Episode 2: Alamogordo, NM

  Stroud sets off on his mission and makes good progress, while Ben seeks out one of Scudder's former associates - a disturbed artist whose visions he has already seen. Meanwhile, Brother Justin and Iris welcome a beautiful new 'servant' into their home. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 2 Episode 1: Los Moscos

  Brother Justin's radio message reaches a new audience, and the management urge Ben to find his father before his nemesis does - insisting that mankind's destiny hinges on it

Carnivale: Season 1 (2003)

• Season 1 Episode 12: The Day That Was the Day

  Ben asks Lodz for advice, and for the first time meets the Carnivale's management. Apollonia is furious with Sofie, while Balthus ponders the most evil thing he's ever done. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan. Last in series

• Season 1 Episode 11: Day of the Dead

  Rita Sue incurs the wrath of Catalina after upstaging her in the Gay Paree tent, while Sofie predicts Stumpy's future - which doesn't pan out the way she'd hoped. Balthus is worried when he sees the corrupting influences around Brother Justin at Mintern. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 1 Episode 10: Hot and Bothered

  Stumpy brings in a new Spanish dancer named Catalina, while Brother Justin makes further plans for his ministry at Mintern. Ben and Samson search for news about Scudder - and Apollonia appears to have broken the rules. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 1 Episode 9: Insomnia

  Ben suffers from insomnia after trying to cope with the horrors he sees in his dreams. Samson uses old-time carnival tricks to drum up business for the troupe, while Ruthie practises her snake-charming act, and Iris attempts to help Brother Justin over the radio. Starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan

• Season 1 Episode 8: Lonnigan, Texas

  Ben meets a long-standing rival while on a mission to enlist a new attraction for the troupe, while Brother Justin receives treatment for his 'religious excitation', and Sofie considers her future with the performers. Nick Stahl stars, with Clancy Brown and Clea DuVall

• Season 1 Episode 7: The River

  Ben goes hunting for snakes with Ruthie, Iris meets a friendly radio reporter, and Rita Sue argues with Stumpy over their family's future with the troupe. Meanwhile, Libby and Sofie see stars on the western horizon. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown, Amy Madigan, Toby Huss and Carla Gallo

• Season 1 Episode 6: Pick a Number

  Following the murder of one of their number, the troupe are intent on dispensing their own brand of justice. Ben's adventure comes to its climax and Brother Justin retreats into the wilderness. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, with Clancy Brown and Amanda Aday

• Season 1 Episode 5: Babylon

  Samson tries to improve the troupe's spirits with a night of merry-making, while Ben has an enlightening experience in a mineshaft. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Michael J Anderson

• Season 1 Episode 4: Black Blizzard

  Ben's powers are put to the test by Lodz, while Sofie meets a good-looking cafe owner, and Brother Justin is given an ultimatum. Drama, starring Nick Stahl and Clancy Brown

• Season 1 Episode 3: Tipton

  The entertainers suffer a setback in the small town of Tipton, where the community refuse them permission to set up. Brother Justin makes a rash promise to the migrants, while Sofie helps Ben search for clues about his past. Drama, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Clea Duvall

• Season 1 Episode 2: After the Ball Is Over

  A practical joke leads Ben to a piece of the puzzle that is his past; Brother Justin and his sister, Iris, try to turn a brothel into a house of worship; Sofie tends to her comatose mother.

• Season 1 Episode 1: Milfay

  Eighteen-year-old Ben Hawkins is taken in by a travelling carnival, while an evangelical preacher is awakened to the possibility of supernatural powers after receiving a mysterious sign. Drama, following the exploits of a band of entertainers during the Great Depression, starring Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown and Amy Madigan