Fair rating?The Following· Season 2 · Episode 8
The Messenger
After a tragic turn of events, Ryan attempts to find the man who originally taught Joe to kill, in hopes of finding new answers. Meanwhile, at the compound, Joe tries to get his bearings, while Emma and Mandy wait for him to reveal his new plan.
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#5In Season 2of 15 rated episodes
#35All-timeof 45 rated episodes
+0.1vs season avgSeason 2 averages 5.4
2014First airedMarch 10, 2014
Guest stars
Gregg Henryas Dr. Arthur Strauss
Sprague Graydenas Carrie Cooke
Shane McRaeas Robert
Jake Weberas Micah
Jacinda Barrettas Julia
Charles S. Duttonas Director Tom FranklinOwen Campbellas Cole
Malachy Clearyas Priest
Waymon Arnetteas Eric
Ben Bauras Male Cell Prisoner
Jennifer Bloodas Weston's Mother
Tony Giorgioas Flag FolderCrew
Marcos SiegaDirector
Alexi HawleyWriterShows like The Following
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