Star Trek The Next Generation DVD Review
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Star Trek: The Next Generation DVD Review
Overview
"Star Trek: The Next Generation," nominated for 58 Emmy awards, including Outstanding Drama Series, lived up to the high expectations set as a sequel to the original 1960s "Star Trek" series. Conceived by former L.A. police officer Gene Roddenberry, "Star Trek" evolved into a cultural phenomenon with a fanatical following. Although the original series lasted only three seasons, its subsequent success in syndication paved the way for movies, novels, comics, and numerous collectibles. The debut of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" in 1987 marked the first follow-up series, inspiring further spin-offs like "Deep Space Nine," "Voyager," and "Enterprise." However, "The Next Generation" remains the most beloved of these successors.
Setting and Characters
"Star Trek: The Next Generation" unfolds in the 24th century, a century after Captain Kirk's adventures. The series follows Captain Jean-Luc Picard (played by Patrick Stewart) at the helm of the USS Enterprise-D, supported by a diverse crew. Notable characters include Commander William T. Riker (Jonathan Frakes), the android Lt. Commander Data (Brent Spiner), Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge (LeVar Burton), Security Chief Lt. Tasha Yar (Denise Crosby), Lt. Worf (Michael Dorn), Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden), and her son Ensign Wesley Crusher (Wil Wheaton). Together, they embark on missions to explore new worlds and civilizations, embodying the iconic mission: "To boldly go where no one has gone before." With its imaginative storytelling and engaging alien landscapes, the series holds a special place in American pop culture.
Noteworthy Episodes
The DVD set of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" includes several thrilling episodes. The series premiere, "Encounter at Farpoint," introduces the newly constructed USS Enterprise-D. Capt. Picard and his crew face a formidable being known as "Q," who accuses humanity of severe cosmic crimes, threatening annihilation unless they prove worthy.
Other standout episodes include "The Battle," where Picard is forced to relive a past confrontation, and "Coming of Age," which sees Wesley Crusher tackling the Starfleet Academy entrance exam while Picard weighs a career-changing decision.
Episode List for Season 1
1. Encounter at Farpoint: Part 1 - 09-28-1987
2. Encounter at Farpoint: Part 2 - 09-28-1987
3. The Naked Now - 10-05-1987
4. Code of Honor - 10-12-1987
5. The Last Outpost - 10-19-1987
6. Where No One Has Gone Before - 10-26-1987
7. Lonely Among Us - 11-02-1987
8. Justice - 11-09-1987
9. The Battle - 11-16-1987
10. Hide and Q - 11-23-1987
11. Haven - 11-30-1987
12. The Big Goodbye - 01-11-1988
13. Datalore - 01-18-1988
14. Angel One - 01-25-1988
15. 11001001 - 02-01-1988
16. Too Short a Season - 02-08-1988
17. When the Bough Breaks - 02-15-1988
18. Home Soil - 02-22-1988
19. Coming of Age - 03-14-1988
20. Heart of Glory - 03-21-1988
21. The Arsenal of Freedom - 04-11-1988
22. Symbiosis - 04-18-1988
23. Skin of Evil - 04-25-1988
24. We'll Always Have Paris - 05-02-1988
25. Conspiracy - 05-09-1988
26. The Neutral Zone - 05-16-1988
"Star Trek: The Next Generation" successfully carries on the bold legacy of its predecessor, exploring new stories while maintaining the essence of adventure and exploration that fans have come to love.
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