All 3 Outer Banks seasons ranked from worst to best

2. Outer Banks season 2

Outer Banks season 2 is the second-best season of the series, and it’s so close to being the best season. In fact, there are definitely some fans who prefer season 2 to season 1. I’m more nostalgic for season 1, but I see the argument.

In Outer Banks season 2, Sarah and John B. arrive in the Bahamas, and after a couple of unfortunate twists, they make a plan with Captain Terrance, Cleo, and the rest of their crew to steal back the Royal Merchant gold from Ward and Rafe. Everything goes wrong. Sarah is shot and almost dies in one of the most devastating but also incredible moments of the series so far.

Season 2 also features an epic reunion between Sarah and John B and JJ, Kie, and Pope in Charleston, the introduction of another treasure to find, the Cross of Santo Domingo, and a deep dive into Pope’s family history. The second season of Outer Banks is definitely the most exciting season of the show so far. There are so many twists and turns throughout the season, and it ends on a cliffhanger of sorts that kickstarts the next chapter of this adventure.

My only complaint about season 2, and this is the only reason it ranks lower than the first season, is that it gets a little too ridiculous at times. Yes, I know that may ring hollow given the first season’s ridiculous-at-times nature, too, but it feels natural in season 1. In season 2, there are some moments that feel forced to keep the Pogues from finding the cross and figuring out the mystery. That’s a common theme in the third season, as well.