Ep 2. Downsizing

In season 1 episode 2 of Incorporated, titled "Downsizing," viewers are taken deeper into the world of the show. The episode starts with Ben (Sean Teale) trying to figure out the true identity of a woman named Inazagi (Grace Lynn Kung), who had previously helped him escape from the Red Zone. Simultaneously, he's given the task by Hendrick (David Hewlett) of downsizing SPIGA's security budget. This puts him in direct conflict with Julian (Dennis Haysbert), who runs SPIGA's security division.

Meanwhile, Laura (Allison Miller) tries to investigate an issue with the water in the Green Zone, which leads her to SPIGA's higher-ups. During this time, she meets Elizabeth (Julia Ormond), who serves as the Chief Counsel for SPIGA. The two women form a connection, and Elizabeth even offers to help Laura with her campaign against SPIGA's family planning policies.

As Ben tries to figure out who Inazagi really is, he's met by Theo (Eddie Ramos), who reveals to him that Inazagi is his sister. While initially upset at her for leaving him behind in the Red Zone, Theo is ultimately grateful for Ben's help in finding her. The three of them hatch a plan to break into a vault at SPIGA headquarters and steal important information.

Back at the office, Julian tries to sabotage Ben's efforts to downsize the security budget. He assigns new "supersoldiers" to the company, which would make cutting the security budget impossible. When Ben confronts Julian about it, Julian reveals to Ben the true reason for his overzealousness. In a scene that is both shocking and dark, Julian's daughter is revealed to have a tumor in her brain. Julian's drive to keep SPIGA safe is revealed to be fueled by his need to provide a better future for his sick daughter.

As the episode comes to a close, Ben, Theo, and Inazagi successfully break into the vault at SPIGA headquarters. They find a wealth of information, including files on Theo's parents, who were killed by SPIGA's security forces years prior. Meanwhile, Laura continues to explore the water problem in the Green Zone. Her investigation leads her to discover that SPIGA has been intentionally polluting the water supply with a chemical that causes cancer.

In a shocking final scene, the episode ends with a reveal that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats. Ben returns home to find that Elena (Denyse Tontz), his girlfriend who he had thought was kidnapped by the Red Zone, is actually a spy working for SPIGA. The episode ends with Ben holding Elena at gunpoint, leaving viewers to speculate about what will happen next.

Overall, "Downsizing" is a tense and thrilling episode that delves deeper into the world of Incorporated and its characters. The political intrigue and personal drama keep the audience engaged throughout, and the shocking twists and turns make it a must-watch for fans of the series.