Defiance

Season 2 opens in "New Chicago" as Nolan's desperate search for Irisa finally yields vital information taking him south to "Angel Arc" Los Angeles. Meanwhile, back in Defiance, we discover the Earth Republic has installed Mayor Pottinger, a charming, calculating and ambitious man who takes control.

Irisa is arrested after returning to Defiance but Mayor Pottinger offers Nolan her release in exchange for capturing those responsible for unleashing a deadly explosion which nearly killed him. Meanwhile, Stahma plots to keep Datak behind bars in order to continue controlling the family's criminal enterprise.

Irisa's terrifying black-outs escalate, driving a wedge of secrecy between her and a worried Nolan Meanwhile, the Tarr family business thrives under Stahma's self-appointed direction while an increasingly suspicious Datak remains in jail.

After his caravan is viscously attacked in the badlands, a badly shaken Pottinger orders Nolan to hunt down and destroy those responsible. Nolan's manhunt implicates one of Rafe's miners causing tensions to explode. Meanwhile, a vengeful Datak is determined to reclaim control over the family business.

Amanda is terrorized by a stalker but the true reasons behind her frightening experiences have far reaching ramifications not only for her but for Pottinger and Doc Yewll as well.

After an Arkfall crash, Pottinger recruits Nolan to lead their salvage mission but his secret agenda puts them in grave danger against an alien race they've never encountered before. Meanwhile Stahma, rebuked by church elders for her growing sense of female empowerment, makes a shocking power play, while Irisa begins confiding her dark secrets to Tommy.

Datak is framed for a bizarre murder and turns to an unlikely ally for help, while Irisa discovers more about her destiny after encountering a mysterious stranger.

Nolan interrogates a suspected Votanis Collective spy in order to prevent a catastrophic terrorist attack on New York.

The earth-shattering events of episode 208 continues to send shock waves through Defiance, particularly for as Stahma; while Doc Yewll works to keep her own dark secret hidden.

Nolan and Rafe race against the clock to rescue Amanda and Pottinger trapped in a deadly mine collapse.

With Nolan searching for Irisa, Amanda is forced to take on the badge as Deputy when the shocking murder of one of their own rocks Defiance.

Nolan races to save Tommy's life and stop Irisa before her growing forces can put their devastating plan into motion. Meanwhile back in town, escalating tensions between Amanda and Stahma lead to a daring showdown between the two.

The fate of Defiance and the world hang in the balance and Irisa is enemy number one. Nolan launches into a deadly race against time, fighting both the Earth Republic and old friends to stop Irisa's destructive plan as well as save her from the Kaziri forces that have been possessing her before his own friends kill her.

What happened to Irisa at the end of Season 1? Did she survive? What about Nolan? And what bonded them as father and daughter in the first place? These questions and more are answered in this special digital-original episode, which picks up right where Season 1 left off and paves the way for Season 2.

Get a first look at the action, intrigue, and epicness coming in Season 2 of Syfy's Defiance, with this special Sneak Peek.

Jesse Rath (Alak) chats with Grant Bowler (Nolan) and Dewshane Williams (Tommy) abut how lucky they are to be a human in the world of 2047.

A fan-designed character comes to life as part of the groundbreaking crossover with the Defiance video game! Meet the winner of "Play the Game. Join the Show."

Jesse Rath (Alak Tarr) takes you on a tour of the Defiance set! Get an inside look at two very different homes of the future.

The Tarr family certainly has a way with words - both English and Castithan! Get a behind the scenes look at what it's like to learn an alien language.

With each character nearing their breaking point, the cast of Defiance discusses the darker tone, higher stakes, and shocking moments of the upcoming season.