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The Irrational S2E16 — The Overview Effect

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The Irrational•Season 2•Episode 16

The Overview Effect

7.5/10 · 207 votesMar 11, 202542 min

Ranked #11 of 18 in Season 2•+0.1 vs season avg

With an astronaut trapped in space, Alec is tapped to evaluate whether the pair of astronauts assigned to rescue them—a married couple—can safely complete the mission, until an accident during a training exercise puts the mission at risk.

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Jesse L. Martin

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Episode Summary

"The Overview Effect" is episode 16 of The Irrational season 2. It scored 7.5/10 from 207 votes, ranking #11 of 18 episodes this season (season average 7.4). It aired on March 11, 2025.

Next: E17 · Suddenly, Alec Best of Season 2