[s2e16] The Miller's Daughter May 2026

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

At the last moment, Cora realizes that love is a weakness that will keep her from power. She rips out her own heart to remain cold and calculating, choosing to marry Prince Henry and become royalty rather than flee with Rumplestiltskin.

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

It reveals that Rumplestiltskin was once capable of being loved and almost gave up his power for Cora.

This episode is critical for understanding the "Nature vs. Nurture" theme of the show. It highlights: The rivalry between Cora and Eva explains Cora’s

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.

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

The title refers to the classic fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin , where a miller's daughter must spin straw into gold.