Fair rating?Carnivàle· Season 1 · Episode 2
After the Ball Is Over
Ben uncovers a piece of his past as a result of Jones' sense of humor; Justin tries to persuade a parishioner to make a deal in real estate; Sofie endures a frightening mishap involving her mother; Samson changes the carnival's course.
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#11In Season 1of 12 rated episodes
#23All-timeof 24 rated episodes
−0.5vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.7
2003First airedSeptember 21, 2003
Guest stars
Blake Shieldsas Osgood
Bill Moseleyas Possum
John Savageas Henry Scudder
K Callanas Eleanor McGill
Amanda Adayas Dora Mae Dreifuss
Michael Masseeas Russian SoldierStephen Whiteas Lester
Dennis W. Hallas Garrett
Ted Rooneyas Flasher
George Cheungas Mr. Chin
Patrick Thomas O'Brienas Clark
Ron Perkinsas Carroll Templeton
Kathleen Gatias Emma TempletonVladislav Kozlovas Russian Soldier
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