Fair rating?Penny Dreadful· Season 2 · Episode 3
The Nightcomers
In a flashback, Vanessa meets the Cut-Wife who teaches her how to harness her powers, and warns her of the danger that lies ahead and the evil that pursues her.
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#3In Season 2of 10 rated episodes
#6All-timeof 27 rated episodes
+0.2vs season avgSeason 2 averages 7.1
2015First airedMay 17, 2015
Guest stars
Patti LuPoneas Joan Clayton / Cut Wife
Ronan Vibertas Sir Geoffrey Hawkes
Olivia Cheneryas Witch #2
Nicole O'Neillas Witch #1
Carla Langleyas Pregnant Teenage Girl
Owen Roeas Minister
Jer O'Learyas JackGail Fitzpatrickas Tavern Woman
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Brian KirkDirector
John LoganWriterShows like Penny Dreadful
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