Lost in Space season 2 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The Robinsons, aboard Jupiter 2, lose contact with their team and face an unidentified radar object. They celebrate the holidays together, sharing gifts and revealing Penny's memoir titled "Lost in Space." Faced with their planetary predicament, Maureen proposes using the robot's engine for escape, but John deems it too risky. They convert their ship into a sailboat, aiming to recharge their batteries via a lightning storm. Navigating through a monsoon, they reluctantly enlist Dr. Smith's sailing expertise. Despite challenges, including a leak near their oxygen system and crashing the Chariot, they survive the storm. Post-crisis, the family reassesses Dr. Smith's role and discovers a mysterious man-made structure underwater.

Full Episode S02E01 Recap

### Jupiter 2 Loses Contact - The crew aboard Jupiter 2 loses contact with the Robinsons. - Radar detects an unknown object with potential conjunction. ### Morning on the Robinsons' Ship - The family experiments with a new potassium ratio for their ship. - A call for everyone to wake up is made, signaling an urgent situation. ### Celebrating the Holidays - The family gathers to celebrate the holidays, exchanging gifts and sharing moments. - Penny's memoir about their space experience, titled "Lost in Space," is revealed. ### Discussing the Future - The family contemplates their situation, with Maureen considering using the robot's engine to leave the planet. - John expresses concerns about the dangers and decides to revisit the plan in a year. ### Sailing the Jupiter - The family converts Jupiter into a sailboat to reach a lightning storm for recharging their batteries. - They navigate carefully, avoiding dangerous areas while learning to work as a crew again. ### Storm Approaches - A monsoon develops, threatening their journey. - The family struggles to keep the ship afloat and functional. ### Dr. Smith's Assistance - Dr. Smith, imprisoned in the ship, offers her sailing knowledge. - Maureen is skeptical but eventually allows Smith to help navigate through the storm. ### Surviving the Storm - The ship encounters severe challenges, including a leak near Ceedra (the oxygen-generating system). - Will crashes the Chariot as a tactical move to navigate the storm. ### Post-Storm Reflections - The family reflects on their experiences and the contributions of each member, including Dr. Smith. - They discover a man-made structure underwater, hinting at the presence of other beings.