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StartUp: Season 2

10 episodes Premiered Sep 28, 2017 Updated Oct 17, 2026

With their startup now controlled by the Russian Mob, the unlikely trio of Izzy Morales, Ronald Dacey, and Nick Talman decide to reinvest in their partnership. They launch a new endeavor, which is a darknet prototype called Araknet. As this decentralized network begins to grow, peril, corruption, and moral turpitude increase alongside it. While the trio attempts to stay alive and triumph, the second season explores t

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Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ A desperate banker needs to conceal stolen money.
  • ⚡ A Haitian-American gang lord wants to go legitimate.
  • ⚡ The startup is currently in the hands of the Russian Mob.
  • ⚡ The core partnership consists of Izzy Morales, Ronald Dacey, and Nick Talman.
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Season overview

With their startup now controlled by the Russian Mob, the unlikely trio of Izzy Morales, Ronald Dacey, and Nick Talman decide to reinvest in their partnership. They launch a new endeavor, which is a darknet prototype called Araknet. As this decentralized network begins to grow, peril, corruption, and moral turpitude increase alongside it. While the trio attempts to stay alive and triumph, the second season explores the cost of ambition and the frightening lengths individuals might go to in order to achieve ultimate success.

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Season 2 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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S2·E1 Mytharc

Disruption

Sep 28, 2017 · 48 min

Nick finds his circumstances vastly changed at the hands of Phil Rask, whose relationship with the Russians has taken a dark turn. In the wake of tragedy, Izzy is pushed to the bri

S2·E2 Core

Bleeding Edge

Sep 28, 2017 · 43 min

Striking a deal with Rask, Nick sets out on a seek-and-find mission to clear his name. Ronald asks for Izzy’s help with a risky project. Rask finds the Russians even more demanding

S2·E3 Core

Early Adopters

Sep 28, 2017 · 45 min

Nick meets a mysterious old friend of his father’s. Ronald and Izzy put Araknet into action as Nick comes to them with a peculiar proposition. An adrift Rask struggles to repair al

S2·E4 Core

Loss

Sep 28, 2017 · 45 min

After a discouraging discovery, the trio forges a new plan. Izzy seeks the help of someone significant from her past. Nick faces a setback while catching a glimpse into the strange

S2·E5 Core

Pivot

Sep 28, 2017 · 43 min

After a devastating tragedy, Ronald faces a harrowing decision. Izzy finds herself in hot water after a brazen plan lands her in the Russians’ sights. Nick finally grabs Wes’s atte

S2·E6 Core

Liabilities

Sep 28, 2017 · 45 min

Rask makes a bold move to set things right. After a near-death experience, Izzy reaches out to an old friend. Ronald and Nick rally to Izzy’s defense as they rethink the future of

S2·E7 Core

Growth Hacking

Sep 28, 2017 · 44 min

As ArakNet struggles to best their competitor, Izzy butts heads with the team. Rask recovers, but his murderous past threatens to resurface. Wes, Nick and Mara hustle to bring Arak

S2·E8 Core

Opportunity Cost

Sep 28, 2017 · 42 min

After Ronald suggests a game-changer for Araknet, he struggles to live up to the team’s expectations of him. The Russians hit Araknet hard in an underhanded move, leaving Nick and

S2·E9 Mytharc

Leverage

Sep 28, 2017 · 44 min

As Araknet celebrates a huge win, Ronald struggles to repair his life before it’s too late. The Russians extend a tainted olive branch, causing dissent within the company and throw

S2·E10 Mytharc

Soul Proprietor

Sep 28, 2017 · 42 min

Izzy reaches out to Rask with a proposition. Tamara gives Ronald the push he needs to change his life for good. Nick makes a sickening discovery while Izzy executes a devastating p

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