Ep 2. The Wire

The episode "The Wire" of the show Resident Alien season 2 picks up where the previous episode left off, with Harry Vanderspeigle (Alan Tudyk) recovering from his injuries sustained during the crash landing of his spacecraft on Earth. However, things are far from quiet for Harry as Max (Judah Prehn) and Sahar (gracelyn Awad Rinke) continue to try to uncover his true identity and intent on Earth.

Meanwhile, Sheriff Mike Thompson (Corey Reynolds) and his team are investigating a missing person case, and Harry becomes involved when he recognizes the victim's vehicle as the one he unsuccessfully tried to purchase from Max's grandmother. Despite his initial reluctance to get involved, Harry is drawn in when he discovers a wire in the victim's car which he quickly realizes is alien technology.

As the investigation progresses, Harry finds himself increasingly embroiled in the case, not only due to his own curiosity but also from the unexpected involvement of Asta Twelvetrees (Sara Tomko), the town doctor, who also has a few secrets of her own.

As Harry and Asta try to solve the mystery of the wire and its connection to the missing person case, they unwittingly set in motion a chain of events that puts both of their lives in danger. With the clock ticking and the stakes high, Harry must use all of his wit and alien abilities to outsmart the real culprit and clear his name before it's too late.

"The Wire" is a thrilling episode that showcases the excellent writing and acting that has made Resident Alien a fan-favorite show. The pacing is perfect, with just the right amount of tension and humor to keep viewers engaged from start to finish. The episode also offers insight into the characters' motivations and backstories, revealing more about Harry and Asta's pasts and setting the stage for future developments.

Overall, "The Wire" is a must-watch episode of Resident Alien that will leave viewers eagerly anticipating the next installment of this captivating sci-fi series.