‘Halo’ season 2 episode 8 release date and time, confirmed

Season 2, Episode 8 of the live-action adaptation of the Halo videogame franchise closes another chapter in Master Chief’s (Pablo Schreiber) story. That means you’ll want to know the exact date and time to tune in to Paramount Plus.

After a controversial first season, Halo is winning fans back in Season 2 thanks to a thrilling mix of emotional conflict and breathtaking battles. Season 2 of Halo has been filled with exciting developments, from Master Chief’s capture by the Covenant to his daring escape. However, one thing is sure: Humanity is not yet on the verge of winning the war against the aliens, and Master Chief must keep fighting with his Spartans to protect everyone from this threat. 

The last Halo episode, however, brought some exciting revelations that might change the course of the conflict. That’s because Dr. Catherine Halsey (Natascha McElhone) reveals she found human DNA in the secret Forerunner facility in Onyx, a discovery that shaped her Spartan-II project. The secret lab also contains several strains of Forerunner DNA — a powerful species that designed the Halo Array, a network of weapons of mass destruction. It’s no wonder that the UN is exploring Onyx, as the planet might hold the key to defeating the Covenant.

It’s still unclear why and how the Forerunners had human DNA in their secret vault. However, the genetic studies of this ancient species might be the key to defeating the Covenant. Season 2, episode 8, should give fans more clues about this new mystery, helping them to unlock the secrets of the TV adaptation of Halo. Since the season is ending, we are also certainly getting a final epic battle between Master Chief’s warriors and the forces of the Covenant, giving you another reason not to miss the episode.

When is Halo Season 2 finale premiering on Paramount Plus?

The final episode of Halo Season 2 will be available on Paramount Plus at the same time as previous episodes. That means the new episode drops on the streaming platform on Thursday, March 21, 2024. If you are on the West Coast, season 2, episode 8 of Halo will be available at midnight Pacific Time. Those who follow Eastern Time can only watch the episode at 3am.

Either way, you’ll have to stay awake until late at night if you want to watch the new episode as soon as it becomes available. That might be a good idea, as the internet is a dangerous place filled with spoilers. Plus, the fact that the TV show is set in its own version of the Halo universe means that even game fans are bound to be surprised by the season 2 finale.