WGN America’s megahit, Underground, returns on Wednesday, March. 8. The pulse-racing, action-packed season finale left many of our heroes on uncertain ground.
The infamous Macon 7 were being haunted, and Noah was caught and thrown in jail. Rosalee made it to the other side, but without her love, and many of her friends. Cato, who was thought to have perished, made off with a chest filled with money, and Ms. Ernestine was separated from her kids and sold off.
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With the introduction of famed abolitionist and former slave, Harriet Tubman, infamous slave-catcher Patty Cannon, and the eventual appearance of Frederick Douglass (guest star John Legend), Underground Season 2 will be even more politicized than before.
The women of Underground will be at the forefront of season two, as it reflects women historically being at the forefront of the movement, both in the past and in the present.
Rosalee will find herself working alongside Harriet Tubman. Elizabeth will take on a more active role in the abolitionist movement, working alongside Georgia (Jasika Nicole) and a mixed group of fearless women.
Ernestine will have to adjust to life on the new plantation after being sold off by her Mistress. And Cato will use his sudden fortune to acquire esteem, and possibly seek revenge.
Season two will ask the question, “Citizen or soldier?” Who will stand on the sidelines, and who will be foot soldiers in the fight towards freedom?
You’ll have to watch season two to find out. Until then, check out the photos below for a sneak peek of Underground Season 2 Episode 1.
Through the Looking Glass – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
When we last saw Noah, he was imprisoned again, after being separated from his group. It was Noah’s plan to fight his way to freedom. No doubt, he’s coming up with a new plan to escape. It’s what he does best.
Debonair – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Cato was left for dead by the others, after being shot with a bow and arrow. After acquiring a chest full of money, did he use his good fortune to ensure he remained free?
The Transfer – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
If Noah is no longer in a jail cell, what could that mean for his fate? Shackled and hauled away to meet whomever in charge, cannot be a good thing.
Daniel – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Bokeem Woodbine guest stars in season two of Underground as Daniel. Will he be another slave risking it all for freedom?
A Parent’s Love – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Fathers will do anything for their children. Will that include fleeing the plantation for his quest towards freedom?
The Fields – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Ernestine risked it all for her kids. It got her sold by her Mistress. Ms. Ernestine has gone from running the house to hitting the fields.
Mr. Hawkes – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
John had quite the journey going from a guilt-ridden lawyer to an abolitionist who harbored runaway slaves. What does season two have in store for him?
Staredown – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Rosalee has fully embraced her new role as freer of slaves and abolitionist.
Hobnob – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
How will a newly wealthy Cato fare, hobnobbing with wealthy white people? Will he be found out?
Patty Cannon – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
It doesn’t look like infamous slave catcher, Patty Cannon, is going anywhere anytime soon. Will she be giving August a run for his money?
Unassuming Elizabeth – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Elizabeth Hawkes is unassuming and underestimated, but she shouldn’t be. She was on board with joining the movement to lead slaves to freedom, and it doesn’t look like she’s backing down
Looking On – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Noah looks on at a fellow slave. Has his latest plan to run for it been given away?
She Works Hard – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Rosalee fought like tooth and nail to get away from being a house slave. So why is she doing housework in a uniform? She does not look happy.
Ms.Ernestine – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Ms. Ernestine appears contemplative in this photo. Life on a new plantation might not be serving her well. How long before she engineers a way out? Or power to wield at her disposal?
Georgia On My Mind – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Elizabeth meets with Georgia. Will they forge a new bond over their similar political agenda?
Courtroom – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
John does his best work in a courtroom. But what has captured his attention?
Ms. Tubman – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Harriet Tubman is one of the leaders of the movement. She doesn’t want to kill a person, but she’s prepared to, in the name of freedom.
Mentor – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Will Harriet Tubman take Rosalee under her wing and mentor her? Rosalee is willing to do anything to get her love, and her friends and family back.
A Long Walk – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Noah is known as one of the infamous Macon 7, pulling off the biggest flight of slaves in all of history. Now that he’s capture, will his actions lead to his demise?
Aiming to Please – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Elizabeth is sharpening up on her shooting skills with the help of Georgia. She’s not too shabby with a gun.
Ladies of the Movement – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
It looks like Elizabeth has joined some of the other ladies in protesting slavery. Women at the forefront.
Strike a Pose – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Harriet Tubman appears to be in her element, casually leaning against a tree in the middle of the woods.
Running Wild – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Rosalee trekking through the woods disheveled…is she preparing for her next journey?
Meet the Girls – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Georgia’s “sew circle” looks like it’s anything but. Women’s work is never done. Especially when that work consists of leading a movement.
The Light of Day – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Ernestine takes a moment in her new home. Will she ever see her children again?
A Moment – Underground Season 2 Episode 1
Rosalee takes a moment to rest and think about what she’s going to do next.
