[s2e9] Identity -

In this conclusion to the "Identity" story arc, the crew of the Orville must stop the Kaylon—a race of sentient artificial life forms—from launching a genocidal invasion of Earth and the Planetary Union.

: It won a 2019 HPA Award for its impressive episodic visual effects, particularly for its massive space battle sequences. [S2E9] Identity

The episode was a technical milestone for the series, receiving several industry honors: In this conclusion to the "Identity" story arc,

: Fans and critics noted that this episode pushed the show's boundaries, moving into "dark and intense" territory that is "wildly inhumane". including the score for this arc

: The show's music, including the score for this arc, was nominated for various awards, highlighting its cinematic quality. Thematic Impact