[s2e16] The Miller's Daughter Apr 2026

The episode was a hit, drawing approximately 7.37 million viewers during its initial broadcast as tracked by TV by the Numbers . Where to Watch Streaming: You can watch the full series on Disney+.

In the present day, Cora and Regina are on the hunt for the Dark One’s dagger to control Mr. Gold, who is dying from a poisoned wound inflicted by Hook in New York. [S2E16] The Miller's Daughter

This marks the first time Snow White commits a dark act, causing her own heart to begin to darken. Critical Reception and Trivia The episode was a hit, drawing approximately 7

Locked in a tower to prove her claim or face death, she is visited by . He offers to spin the gold in exchange for her firstborn child. However, Cora convinces him to teach her the magic instead. As they work together, they fall in love and plan to run away, changing their contract so the child will be theirs . Gold, who is dying from a poisoned wound

The flashback reveals a young, impoverished Cora working as a miller's daughter. After being humiliated by Princess Eva (Snow White's mother), Cora lies to King Xavier, claiming she can spin straw into gold.

This guide covers , a pivotal episode of the fantasy drama series Once Upon a Time , which first aired on March 10, 2013. This episode serves as the definitive origin story for Cora (the Queen of Hearts) and explores the tragic roots of her relationship with Rumplestiltskin. Episode Overview Season/Episode: Season 2, Episode 16 Original Air Date: March 10, 2013 Director: Ralph Hemecker Writer: Jane Espenson Plot Summary In the Enchanted Forest (The Past)

The rivalry between Cora and Eva explains Cora’s later hatred for Snow White.