Manhunt: Season 2

Season 2 overview

Richard Jewell saves hundreds of lives at the Atlanta Olympics, but law enforcement soon scrutinizes him. The leaked hero-bomber theory triggers a media firestorm while further bombings complicate the investigation.

Key story beats

1. Olympic Bomb Discovery — Richard Jewell discovers a bomb at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and saves hundreds of lives.
2. Hero Under Scrutiny — Richard's heroic act quickly comes under law-enforcement scrutiny as pressure mounts to catch the killer.
3. Hero-Bomber Theory Leaks — The media learns about the FBI's "hero-bomber" theory, turning suspicion toward Richard.
4. Media Firestorm — A media firestorm engulfs Richard and his family after the theory becomes public.
5. Continuing Bombings — Bombings continue, while ATF agents raise doubts about the prevailing theory.
6. Serial Bomber Investigation — The investigation into a serial bomber terrorizing the Southeast discovers a crucial link to the Olympic bomb.
7. Richard Fights Back — Richard fights back against the FBI and the media as the accusation threatens his reputation.
8. Rudolph Identified — The FBI identifies Eric Rudolph as the serial bomber and begins an active pursuit.
9. Forest Escape — Eric escapes into the forest while the FBI gives chase.
10. Exonerating Evidence — Richard discovers powerful evidence that could exonerate him and considers turning to the press.
11. Search Spins Out — The search for Eric spins out of control as local resistance and pressure complicate the manhunt.
12. Press Conference Preparation — Richard confronts his inner demons while preparing for a pivotal press conference.
13. Militia Mobilization — Local militias rally around Eric, viewing him as a freedom fighter under siege, and attack the FBI.
14. Rudolph's Deception — The investigation reveals that Eric is not who he claims to be.
15. Counterattack Planning — Eric manipulates locals, militia, and the FBI while planning a major counterattack.

Seasons

• Season 1
• Season 2

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Episode Guide