Runaways: Season 2 (2018)
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The Runaways live on the streets while their parents' plans escalate. Released in 2018, it’s a Marvel season that isn’t part of the MCU timeline, so it’s optional and stands on its own. All 13 episodes are free to watch with ads on Tubi in the US, about 9h 45m in all.
| Release date | December 21, 2018 |
|---|---|
| Episodes | 13 × ~45 min |
Why it’s worth knowing about
The Runaways leave home and try to stop their parents while living off the grid.
About Runaways: Season 2
Season 2 picks up with the kids on the run and framed for murder, while their parents scramble to find them. The six move into an abandoned mansion they call the hostel, under Griffith Park, and start to work as a team, using their powers to bring down the Pride. Karolina learns more about her alien heritage, and Jonah becomes a more direct threat as he tries to dig up his buried ship.
Hulu released all 13 episodes at once on December 21, 2018. The core cast returns, and Julian McMahon is now a series regular as Jonah. New faces include Jan Luis Castellanos as Topher, a street kid with super strength, Clarissa Thibeaux as the shape-shifting alien Xavin, and Ajiona Alexus as Livvie. The showrunners promised a faster season with more danger, and Nico and Karolina's relationship became its emotional center. Critics gave it 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, though some found the plotting formulaic.
Good to know
- Nico and Karolina's relationship, which began at the end of season 1, drives much of the season.
- Xavin, a fan-favorite comic character, is introduced here before becoming a main character in season 3.
- Molly sets out on her own as a solo crimefighter for part of the season.
- It's three episodes longer than season 1, at 13 episodes.
How to watch it
Watch season 1 first, since this season picks up right where it left off. Season 2 is where the kids act as a real team, so it has more powers in action than the first season. The Jonah and Gibborim storyline is the backbone, and it sets up the magic-heavy final season. If you liked the first season's family drama, this one plays more like a found-family story.
Where to watch Runaways: Season 2 in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
|---|---|
| Free with ads | Tubi (more free Marvel) |
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Runaways: Season 2 outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, ITVX Premium | Free: ITVX, Tubi |
| Canada | Not included | Not available |
| India | Not included | Not available |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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Runaways: Season 2 FAQ
Where do the Runaways live in season 2?
They hide out in an abandoned mansion they call the hostel, under Griffith Park in Los Angeles.
Who is Xavin in Runaways?
Xavin is a shape-shifting alien, played by Clarissa Thibeaux, who believes she's betrothed to Karolina. She first appears in season 2 and becomes a regular in season 3.
Who is Topher in Runaways season 2?
Topher, played by Jan Luis Castellanos, is a street kid with super strength who briefly joins the group.
Can you skip Runaways: Season 2?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU timeline, so nothing in the MCU depends on it.
How many episodes does Runaways: Season 2 have?
Runaways: Season 2 has 13 episodes, around 45 minutes each.
Is Runaways: Season 2 part of the MCU?
It was made by Marvel Television alongside the MCU films. Marvel has since folded some of these shows into its official timeline; see our Netflix and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. canon guides for details.