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ThroneBenderNov 27, 2020

For a fanbase that is majority straight white males to not have a single straight white male lead in S3 is not only perplexing but very much a strange business move if they want to get viewership numbers up. It seems intentional (political)For a fanbase that is majority straight white males to not have a single straight white male lead in S3 is not only perplexing but very much a strange business move if they want to get viewership numbers up. It seems intentional (political) and people are having a hard time relating to this show.

I enjoyed s1 and 2 (Love Lorca and Love Pike/Spock) Season 3 was cringeworth but as a ST fan I grinded through them. They felt like a bad fan-fic mess.… Expand

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gcd872000Nov 1, 2021

I’m not a huge Star Trek fan but I’ve watched a lot of the next generation, some of deep space nine and a little bit of the original series. All of those shows are better than this Social justice platform masquerading as star trek. This showI’m not a huge Star Trek fan but I’ve watched a lot of the next generation, some of deep space nine and a little bit of the original series. All of those shows are better than this Social justice platform masquerading as star trek. This show will be forgotten soon after it’s final season and will only ever be mentioned when discussing bad Star Trek shows. I gave it a 3 because it does have some nice special effects but then again it’s 2021, kinda hard to mess that up.… Expand

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dr_zoidberg590Apr 23, 2021

Unwatcheable and not star trek. Starfleet bridge officers squabble like school children, the only colours are orange and turquoise, doesn't understand philosophy, no intellectualism, no pacing or confidence in the directing. A sad testementUnwatcheable and not star trek. Starfleet bridge officers squabble like school children, the only colours are orange and turquoise, doesn't understand philosophy, no intellectualism, no pacing or confidence in the directing. A sad testement to the producers lack of understanding of Roddenbury, taking advantage of him not being around to say no.… Expand

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nilsyJan 19, 2022

Character development and changes to the show happen between seasons. Massive world changes happen between the seasons to the point it is not a single tv show, character and world building is fluid.

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Alternative4Nov 14, 2020

The story is just so incredibly disappointing, its like Kurtzman thought the entirety of Star Trek was pseudo science and lazer ship battles. Like Star Trek can have a different tone to it as in a darker tone but the story has to be coherentThe story is just so incredibly disappointing, its like Kurtzman thought the entirety of Star Trek was pseudo science and lazer ship battles. Like Star Trek can have a different tone to it as in a darker tone but the story has to be coherent and should hold true to what the OG creator wanted which was to at least stick as close to concrete physics principles.… Expand

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balkatNov 9, 2021

It started with a small budget but with an ascending rhythm, reaching its best version in season 2. Right now, they have the money but it seems to me a mediocre, boring, childish series. Don't deserves my time.

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LtlombardiJan 4, 2021

Problems start since episode one. The events, character decisions are too stupid to be believable. It's just bad story. Image your teacher asks of you to write an essay and requires some elements to be integrated into it. And You, the author,Problems start since episode one. The events, character decisions are too stupid to be believable. It's just bad story. Image your teacher asks of you to write an essay and requires some elements to be integrated into it. And You, the author, don't understand those elements, or don't care about them, and so, you add them, but they are not organic integrated. When someone reads your essay, things don't make much sense. To reduce rejection, you as author, speeds up your writing, removing important stuff and adding a bunch of irrelevant stuff, so the reader can't keep up with everything and kind of go with the flow... It's like a Transformer movie...
If this show wasn't named star trek, and did not try to use previously created universe, it would be a bad show nonetheless.… Expand

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M_SalgadoDec 1, 2020

Just bad characters in general. The main character is simply unbelievable as a Starfleet officer. She would never make it to commander as almost every episode she disregard and disobeys direct orders. The ship doesn’t feel real like the TNGJust bad characters in general. The main character is simply unbelievable as a Starfleet officer. She would never make it to commander as almost every episode she disregard and disobeys direct orders. The ship doesn’t feel real like the TNG or others felt. Action sequences from DS9 were better, even with the limited tech of the time. Show throws emotional crisis all the time so there is NO time for even a tiny moment to humanize those characters. I try really hard to like it, but could not.… Expand

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jamesdantonMay 13, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show is garbage.
The bullets:
- Looks great! The folks behind the scenes can not get enough praise from me.
- Not Star Trek in tone, direction or message.
- Characters are unlikable, main character is a huge Mary Sue, who, despite being the cause of millions of deaths due to an ego driven mutiny is everyone's darling and idol and the fat, annoying, red haired girl with more craters on her face than the lunar surface would not have passed Starfleet's training program.
- Disrespects canon in every way it can, tries to insert 'do you remember this?' moments, people, props and even sound effects (anachronistically) from better Trek to try and convince you IT'S a better show.
- Tries too hard to be 'cool' by having characters swear like edgy teenagers. Pathetic. - Action takes the place of thought and depth or developed characters and I don't care about any of these.

How can you kill a half century of excellent stories and canon? This is how. Disrespecting everything that came before it that made it what it is.… Expand

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sitebenderMar 14, 2020

It was a chore to watch season 2. I thought it would get better but no. I just struggle to enjoy a season long storyline that isn't just the backdrop. Pike was a shining beacon of what the show really needs and that's colorful uniforms and aIt was a chore to watch season 2. I thought it would get better but no. I just struggle to enjoy a season long storyline that isn't just the backdrop. Pike was a shining beacon of what the show really needs and that's colorful uniforms and a step away from all the dreary darkness. The best episodes were the ones that deviated away from the overall storyline for a single episode.

Season one showed how dislikable they were in season one and that didn't change. Even the one character that was likable managed to turn insufferable or at least annoying in season two. That's okay, because they brought on new characters that helped raise the cast as a whole, because I didn't instantly hate them and they did a lot of good things without being an annoyance.

I have hope for season 3, but I'm pretty low on this show as a whole. I thought season 2 would get better. Nope.… Expand

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portobellojimJul 6, 2019

I watched the entire first season. James Issacs carried it for a bit, so did the Star Trek brand and some of the writing was ok earlier in the series. Also Brian Fuller has made some great and interesting tv (Hannibal had some greatI watched the entire first season. James Issacs carried it for a bit, so did the Star Trek brand and some of the writing was ok earlier in the series. Also Brian Fuller has made some great and interesting tv (Hannibal had some great moments).
This season begins with an excruciating speech from the main character where she repeats the phrase 'this is who we are!' over and over while the show cuts to the faces of the crew who are looking proud and emotional. It is a truly awful moment.
Then the show gets under way, it's built around a main character who is basically superpowered in her wisdom and strength. They’ve even sacrificed the character of Spock so they can show just how strong and clever she is (he took her place in science academy unfairly (She's his adopted sister), he's a spoilt child and basically if you think he's smart, she's smarter!).
The plot is daft and amateurish, the acting involves a lot of speech-making and manufactured emotionalism. But the effects are good.
All in all this is the weakest film or tv addition to the Star Trek universe to date. It’s too melodramatic, too preachy, it lacks subtlety, the storylines don’t work and the characters are mostly forgettable and generic.
I haven’t give it 0 out of 10, because despite the story-telling incompetence, the show is strong in terms of visual design.… Expand

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WolfHeathenAug 25, 2019

Discovery feels like a generic space action show that could've really had any name other than "Star Trek" attached to it. Almost everything is wrong with this show.

1) Every Star Trek fan knows that Star Trek has a certain feeling. It wasDiscovery feels like a generic space action show that could've really had any name other than "Star Trek" attached to it. Almost everything is wrong with this show.

1) Every Star Trek fan knows that Star Trek has a certain feeling. It was present in TNG, DS9, and VOY. Enterprise faltered a bit on this and Discovery doesn't have it at all.

2) Starfleet has completely abandoned everything it stood for and apparently it's absolutely OK to just act willy-nilly and shoot and anything if you feel like it. It seems as if the rules and laws that Stafleet holds sacred have all been thrown out the airlock.

The crew many times act like children, with one character in the first episode running onto the bridge telling the helm to do donuts because it's cool, which would never be acceptable no matter which navy you belong to, futuristic or otherwise. There's a massive lack of discipline on this ship and it's completely unrealistic and gets rid of everything Star Trek has taught us about behaving and having manners. In the previous shows you only broke the rules if you felt it was absolutely necessary, not because you're an impatient ****

It's almost as if the ship is run by adults suffering from extended adolescence.

3) Klingons never cared about their dead because the soul was what mattered. The body was nothing but an empty shell, so making sure the soul made it to Sto'Vo'Kor with honor was their priority, not caring for a dead husk. Klingons are no longer Klingons.

4) Memorable main theme. Discovery has none. ST:E alienated 50% of the fan base within the first 30 seconds of the first episode because of the horrible musical score chosen to introduce the show. Discovery has a forgettable main theme. The only way you'd be able to "recognize" it in an audio quiz would be by pure deduction; it would be the only one left that you didn't recognize.

Star Trek music is not supposed be a generic mediocre orchestral score that doesn't evoke emotions of heroism, bravery, or wonder.

5) The identity politics. Oh, joy...

The first black captain was Cpt. Sisko in DS9. He was a brilliant captain and a brilliant character who didn't have to resort to screaming "racism" every time he didn't get his way. The white characters on the show weren't overtly diminished because of their skin color in order to make Sisko more prominent because of his.

Jadzia Dax in DS9 was a character who through her symbiont had changed gender multiple times. This wasn't anything anyone cared about because it wasn't the main emphasis of the character. They didn't make a big deal out of this obvious metaphor for transsexuality. Instead they emphasized the vast amount of knowledge she had accrued over her seven lifetimes and they made use of her extensive expertise, making her a strong female character based on nothing but her own merits.

Captain Janeway was a great character who needed nothing other than her own merits to stand strong as the show's first female captain. She stood alongside strong male characters and she did so as an equal, not as someone who needed to be made stronger by making her male crew any less masculine.

STD has to belittle and denigrate masculinity in order to make the female characters seem stronger and better. The fact that they're quite badass on their own isn't enough for the writers of this show, and the feminist agenda becomes painfully clear at this point. Elevating women isn't for feminists: masculinity has to be belittled and portrayed as something negative instead of making women just as good as men at everything men do.

Blurring the gender lines is also a clear and overt thing in this show. The most obvious one being the main female character named Michael.

Also, the fact that J.J. Abrams publicly stated that there was an obsession on his part with race (because the Emmy Awards had "the whitest **** room ever") when casting this show proves how incredibly SJW influenced this show really is.

I don't need politics in my TV shows unless they're obviously political TV shows like House of Cards or The West Wing. I watch Star Trek because I want to escape to a better world, not because I want to experience more of the world I already live in. Every single Star Trek show has done this for me except for STD (which is an apt abbreviation for this show).… Expand

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BolassenJan 7, 2023

Awful and cringe to watch - tried a couple of times. This is a low point for Star Trek whereas Voyager and other series showed great stories and Star Trek story. This is just awful and should be avoided.

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Rick444Apr 17, 2020

Watching star trek discovery to the end after seeing the next generation or Picard is like catching your grandchildren masturbating and watching them finish

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jyphelSep 7, 2022

Can someone eradicate Michael Burmhan from the entire timeline of Star Trek; the worst character of Star Trek universe, and instead of Starc Trek they should have call it theIncredible Marvelous M.Burmhan Discovery....

Without this characterCan someone eradicate Michael Burmhan from the entire timeline of Star Trek; the worst character of Star Trek universe, and instead of Starc Trek they should have call it theIncredible Marvelous M.Burmhan Discovery....

Without this character the serie should be a 7/10, but dont miss with main character, they define the serie, what a waste.… Expand

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BanthasalesmanAug 27, 2020

This is not Star Trek, Kurtzman has used the idea that this is Trek to draw the fans in but it really isn't. I've seen that people call it STD and that fits so well. Its another situation with a Mary Sue who is so shallow but the best atThis is not Star Trek, Kurtzman has used the idea that this is Trek to draw the fans in but it really isn't. I've seen that people call it STD and that fits so well. Its another situation with a Mary Sue who is so shallow but the best at everything. Fair enough my view was originally coloured by the horrible Klingons, but I'm done, you've ruined what should have been an easy show to make.… Expand

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koyotNov 11, 2020

Every episode is like the creators wanted to get an Oscar. Wokeism, tokenism, virtue signaling - you can all find it here. The makenosense dialogs and cringe. The story is not bad - I can say that I like it. Some of the main characters areEvery episode is like the creators wanted to get an Oscar. Wokeism, tokenism, virtue signaling - you can all find it here. The makenosense dialogs and cringe. The story is not bad - I can say that I like it. Some of the main characters are not likable and you want them dead, some have nothing special to offer yet are promoted.… Expand

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dave_nJan 17, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was onboard for Season 1; I was happy to finally have a new Star Trek show to look forward to. Getting through Season 1 was okay, not the best show but I decided to see what Season 2 would bring. I do not know what happened but from Season 2 onwards (I finished the series recently) it became more and more about pushing an agenda instead of a fun to watch Star Trek show.

Do not get me wrong, I have no issues with strong female leads, I quite like seeing that in series, but in this case, it is so obvious and just over the top. Every "important" person in the show is either female or gay, there is no balance. This has become worse from Season 2 onwards because we lost the main male character in Season 1 somewhere.

Now in essence, this is not a problem for a show, but combined with pushing agenda's, bad acting and having nothing to do with Star Trek it does become a problem.

I can understand why some people enjoy this show, but it is definitely not for me. I would like to see Sonequa Martin-Green in some other Sci-Fi shows.… Expand

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mamacdonDec 11, 2021

I enjoyed Star Trek Discovery until Season 4. It has become too politically correct to be good entertainment. No more banter, teasing, humor, interpersonal conflict. Everyone is oh so considerate, to the point where it feels like one isI enjoyed Star Trek Discovery until Season 4. It has become too politically correct to be good entertainment. No more banter, teasing, humor, interpersonal conflict. Everyone is oh so considerate, to the point where it feels like one is watching a bunch of psychotherapists. Very bland. In addition, it is just too brimming with emotion, everyone always on the verge of tears, with melodramatic music, gushing. Bleah. Michael Burnham lacks command presence and she does not have a good First Officer as a foil. Saru was a far better Captain. Initially, I welcomed her character as introducing body diversity, but Tilly is now obese. She is not physically fit to serve as a Star Fleet Officer. This isn't bodyshaming, but there are physical fitness requirements for this type of job and she flat out does not meet them. An overweight person can be fit, but an obese person is not. Period. I really miss Michelle Yeoh - a refreshing burst of candor and ass-kicking. This season, the show has become bland and boring.… Expand

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Jones76Aug 7, 2022

More a rating than a review... I found it ok for the first seasons, probably most for the addition of Anson Mount as Captain Pike and some really good space battles. But even during these "good times" many episodes were pure cringe. AfterMore a rating than a review... I found it ok for the first seasons, probably most for the addition of Anson Mount as Captain Pike and some really good space battles. But even during these "good times" many episodes were pure cringe. After Anson left and they made they're time jump, it is only cringe. Had to quit watching it, essentially ruins a once great franchise.… Expand

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MrG12345Jun 7, 2022

I love Star Trek. I have for decades and have watched every series and every movie. Of them all, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine was by far the worst series with Star Trek: The Next Generation the best. Star Trek: Discovery joins my list secondI love Star Trek. I have for decades and have watched every series and every movie. Of them all, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine was by far the worst series with Star Trek: The Next Generation the best. Star Trek: Discovery joins my list second to last just above Deep Space Nine. Why? The acting and plot is like watching an old time 'B' movie. Captain Burnham breaks into tears for practically no reason, the character of Sylvia Tilly is loose and unformed throughout the series with her being a hero in one episode and dysfunctional in another. And then there's the gay love scenes. Is that really necessary in any STAR TREK series? I hope it doesn't come back for another season (but I heard it will) but rather hope the studio but time and money into Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - two very good new series.… Expand

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greaterideaJun 26, 2022

This is Millennial Star Trek: Everyone cries, everyone gets what they want, everyone's mom shows up to save the day, and everyone gets a trophy.

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stanbstanAug 2, 2023

The show started off well, but after three seasons, it sank into the worst Star Trek.

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FalrinthNov 27, 2020

While im a big fan of Star Trek, had high hopes and excitement with the references i cant enjoy it as much as previous series (any of them). I just cant stop noticing how it is more of political/ideological propaganda/crusade wrapped in aWhile im a big fan of Star Trek, had high hopes and excitement with the references i cant enjoy it as much as previous series (any of them). I just cant stop noticing how it is more of political/ideological propaganda/crusade wrapped in a sci-fi cover that turns out to be just high budget VFX with mediocre, single plot. I wouldnt mind the variety (its a sci-fi show!) but this feels like aggresive political correctness promotional video. Its just weird to watch when at every step you get another dose of correctness, especially with shallow, cliche characters that makes it even more apparent.

I dont mind variety, but someone there took it to the heart much more than Star Trek itself. They focused on that "social justice", feminism and lgbt promotion to such drastic degree, that they have lost the essence. Star Trek seems to be just a taken over background to political and ideological preaching, and that is not entertaining.… Expand

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SpiralusMay 24, 2019

I immediately stopped watching this in the second episode when one of the characters ran onto the bridge, not really in an emergency situation, still wearing sickbay scrubs and told the pilot that she needed to, "Go in a circular orbit. LikeI immediately stopped watching this in the second episode when one of the characters ran onto the bridge, not really in an emergency situation, still wearing sickbay scrubs and told the pilot that she needed to, "Go in a circular orbit. Like do a donut in a space ship", adding, "it'll be awesome".
That should be all you need to know about this dumpster fire of a show. If you're dumb enough to not understand why that line is problematic, maybe you can get a job writing for Star Trek: Discovery.… Expand

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krikaoliFeb 2, 2022

I don't know what happened to this show, but this is not Star Trek anymore. This is a Mexican soup opera with cotes, fat people at federation, genre lgbt romance and a lot of cry. It is a mess what they did with the show. The plot has lostI don't know what happened to this show, but this is not Star Trek anymore. This is a Mexican soup opera with cotes, fat people at federation, genre lgbt romance and a lot of cry. It is a mess what they did with the show. The plot has lost focus at sci fi and space exploration to become a gender flag show. Very creepy and boring one.… Expand

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radixlecti84Nov 25, 2021

I wish they would cancel this terrible show. I am not bothered by the change of aesthetics so much as the change of tone.

The original shows (TOS,TNG,DS9,VOY) were filled with cartoonish characters in ridiculous rubber prosthetics howeverI wish they would cancel this terrible show. I am not bothered by the change of aesthetics so much as the change of tone.

The original shows (TOS,TNG,DS9,VOY) were filled with cartoonish characters in ridiculous rubber prosthetics however the writing and delivery of scenes made them 100x more relatable and believable. Interactions between the crew, the constant bickering, the constant melodrama feel like this should be a show about sassy teenagers, not a wistful look towards the future. These dreadful "moments" that interject each episode every 10 minutes are a sure sign that they don't have enough actual script to fill the episode. The old shows could take 40 minutes and deliver you a complete story with a beginning, middle and end and wrap it all up with as a moralistic lesson or cautionary tale. There was levity in the old shows and the characters had depth. For example, Picard was a disciplined and reserved man, throughout the show you got the feeling he was very career orientated, which is something that comes up multiple times in his distancing himself from his crew and potential romantic relations, that consistency in his writing made those moments where his demeanor cracks all the more enjoyable (his dispair at captain picard day, his frustration at the fact nobody else makes "ships in a bottle", his romantic entanglement with an art theif). Meanwhile we have Burnham, she doesn't play by the rules, and she can go from lecturous high roading to childish melodramatic drama. Compare the two captains relationships with their brother. I know from watching TNG that Picard has a complex relationship with his brother, they have very different outlooks on life with one being a starship captain and the other wishing to stay firmly planted on earth carrying on the families tradition at their winery. It's a battle between tradition and duty mixed in with some old fashioned sibling rivalry. Robert believes John Luc turned his back on his family, yet when Jean-luc is traumatized by his experience with the Borg, he turns to his brother for support.

Meanwhile, I can't remember a solitary thing about why Burnham doesn't get along with Spock. It feels like they leant onto revisionist history (spock suddenly having a half sister) just because they wanted to create a tenuous link between the new and the old and play of the shows prior success.

This show is lazy and lacks imagination.… Expand

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RoqueNEJun 14, 2021

Cringy soap-opera in space with a annoying main cast and constant emotionally overloaded partnership quarreling. If Burnham is not crying right now she either ignores orders and does what she wants or solves unsolvable problems thatCringy soap-opera in space with a annoying main cast and constant emotionally overloaded partnership quarreling. If Burnham is not crying right now she either ignores orders and does what she wants or solves unsolvable problems that apparently only she is capable of solving. Doug Jones's Saru is one of the few bright spots in this trainwreck of an embarrassing rip-off of Star Trek.… Expand

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DeNomolosJul 31, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oh, DISCOVERY... Contrary to what some may think, it is not difficult to satisfy most Trek fans. A new ship, a new crew, respecting what came before, and good writing. Is there really anything else we want? Where to begin.. The first mistake DISCOVERY made was being set in the past. If they wanted to blaze their own trail and change the galaxy in big ways - without disrupting established canon - set it in the future! They want ridiculous new tech we never heard of - Fungus Drives, Data-Like Androids, etc., again they could have easily set it post-VOYAGER and solved these things, but no... And why? Much like the Kelvin Timeline films, it is to milk characters that have already been established and are popular, by basing new characters and stories off them. There is one word for this - Unoriginal. They do their best to screw up already established canon, write themselves into a corner, and are forced to then time jump into the distant future to try and be fresh again. No real character development, except for Burnham who is over-developed and ridiculous. The show is full of cheap thrills and loud and fancy effects to make up for lack of storytelling. Gone are the slow burn episodes, replaced by phaser fights and explosions every 30 seconds like some kind of Star Trek Die Hard. Gone are thoughtful and meaningful discussions about science and the nature of space travel, replaced with Time Crystals and other pseudo science BS. It was a nice run, and Star Trek lived a good life - but if there's anything DISCOVERY and PICARD prove, its over. Squandered opportunities.… Expand

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compaysegundoAug 31, 2020

Discovery has really nice effects and the inscenation is great. But the characters are mostly terrible and the story develops after a pretty nice start insanely bad.

Furthermore it is really a product of terrible social correctness asDiscovery has really nice effects and the inscenation is great. But the characters are mostly terrible and the story develops after a pretty nice start insanely bad.

Furthermore it is really a product of terrible social correctness as (colored) women are the heroes, (white) men are the bad guys or just idiots. That Star Trek ever carried a message for social justice means not that you have to stick the middle finger in the face of people like in this series. The main character is a boring superhero black woman which is just the best in everything and the whole universe seems only be there for her. The second important character is of course a brillant homosexual, the only white man which behaves brillant and brave and is a "good". The dialogs are terrible and mostly flat. There is not one remarkable character in the series.… Expand

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MartradhJan 7, 2022

Boring. Copious amounts of bland dialogue. Some episodes are all bland dialogue without a single eventful moment. How can you make traveling in future space tedious and boring. The production value and acting is excellent but that’s it.

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GregnatorMar 17, 2022

The season started off interesting enough. This season, just like the previous one establishes a clear path to what the story of the season is within two episodes. While there are moments that will make the real trekkies (if they're stillThe season started off interesting enough. This season, just like the previous one establishes a clear path to what the story of the season is within two episodes. While there are moments that will make the real trekkies (if they're still watching) pretty happy, but this all falls short within moments.
This season feels like the writers tried to make it more "Star Wars" esque rather than Star Trek.
But this season's finale is a HUGE political message as there is a Cameo of Stacey Abrams, which is a well known divisive and racist Democrat who is running, and they promote her and with this, the show blatently admits they are political and they HATE anyone who doesn't agrees with them.

It is sickening how they have butchered Star Trek and turned it into a "Vote Democrat or you're a bigot" show, which is so shameful as Star Trek was about tolerance, respect, exploration, diplomacy and acceptance. I have no idea how the writers managed to destroy everything the show stood for, and turned it into a bigoted hate fest that creates plotholes every episode. Shameful… Expand

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PavelHMay 19, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let's start with the good:
Good Visuals

Now to the bad:
It's a mixture of fanfiction, bad writing, superheroes and social justice. Sounds like Captain Marvel and the new Batwoman? Yeah, Holywood isn't very creative nowadays. So what do you get if you buy the DVD or decide to stream it? Main character is Michael Burnham, she's the best at everything, she's the best Vulcan that's not a Vulcan, she begins and ends the Klingon War, one of the biggest events in ST history, she's the only person who can understand the Tartigrade, she breaks up the whole Terran Empire in the Mirror Universe, she instantaniously resolves any problem thrown at her, she can speak alien languages nobody else can on the ship, she teleports a church 50000 light years away, she creates a time suit and jumps back and forth in time, she creates a time wormhole, she pushes the ship 900 years into the future, she resolves Spock, Sarek and Amanda's problems whenever they need it. Thing is, Star Trek is supposed to be a futuristic vision of humanity, going into deep space, meeting aliens, alies and enemies, handling unexplained phenomena, some of those aliens can literally destroy humanity in several years so they have to think of ways of defeating them and handling the losses of loved ones in some cases, it's not supposed to be a superhero movie. But OK, so it's a superhero movie, is it any good? Well, no, it's awful. The dialogue is awful, there's love triangles, crying in nearly every episode, personal relationships sometimes fill in 1/2 of the episodes or more. So you think, well it could be good if the characters are interesting or have interesting backgrounds or for example their reason why they came aboard Discovery - again not in this Quadrant of the galaxy. Michael Burnham sucks about 80% of the character development time so you're supposed to care about these other main characters that didn't even have names until Season 2? Some of them die and their deaths are about as emotional as the deaths of the extras in movies. In summary, it's a superhero movie with bad dialogue, soap opera elements and uninteresting characters. It's Star Trek in name only, if you're a fan of the previous series, don't watch it, they screw the canon and don't pay homage to the idea of Star Trek - a bridge crew exploring space and working together to solve mysteries. Don't bother.… Expand

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kpaulNov 7, 2020

So, now we know having no characters with no flaw and illogical plot points makes for awful watching. Having actors because of their gender and sexuality rather than their skill makes for awful performances.

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AeluvianFeb 4, 2020

Underwhelming series. Not worth watching. Second season **** things up till it was painful to watch

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SciPhiJournalJan 25, 2021

Alas, as someone who grew up on Voyager and Deep Space Nine, this just broke my heart. The ad nauseam moralising and posturing is worse than even in ST:Picard, which already overdosed on it. This whole stale train-wreck of a wanna-be spaceAlas, as someone who grew up on Voyager and Deep Space Nine, this just broke my heart. The ad nauseam moralising and posturing is worse than even in ST:Picard, which already overdosed on it. This whole stale train-wreck of a wanna-be space fantasy has little in common with the original libertarian spirit of Star Trek. 2 out of 10 for the two watchable characters who helped our household make it to the end of season 1 (where we just gave up): Captain Lorca and Empress Philippa.… Expand

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flottannaJan 15, 2021

The first season was mostly bad, but I kept watching out of love for Trek. The second season was the high point with Pike and crew but only went to highlight the larger problems with season one's lack of character development andThe first season was mostly bad, but I kept watching out of love for Trek. The second season was the high point with Pike and crew but only went to highlight the larger problems with season one's lack of character development and concentration on Burnham who is unlikable. At least in the past if you did not like a certain character like Beverly for example or that you found her boring. You were only forced to have 2-3 episodes out of 24 to follow her. Now Burnham is the only focus of the show. Even when she is not in it the whole cast can't help but speak about her. By the time I arrived at season 3, the worst of the show showed it's ugly face. Season 3 was by far the worst Star Trek Season that I have ever seen. It seems to only center itself on the worst characters. That all said the show does have great actors who work on it. I could have watched much of the cast in a better written show. I personally like the Dr., Sauru, and the female engineer. Don't get me started on Burnham's connection to Spock.… Expand

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tagginondawalJul 20, 2020

The show seems to feel....bland. It feels that it could have to potential to be a good Star Trek show, and maybe it could, but they rewrote canon, and in reality, that one part where Michael is insubordinate toward her commandingThe show seems to feel....bland. It feels that it could have to potential to be a good Star Trek show, and maybe it could, but they rewrote canon, and in reality, that one part where Michael is insubordinate toward her commanding officer...Really? Some may sir "hurr durr Kirk did that!" He was a Captain. He would have a little more leeway. He was the head of the ship, he could do that. Michael is a second in command. She attempted to take over the ship. WTF? I feel she should have been court martialed for that. The writing is okay, the flow of the show is okay, but honestly, it doesn't feel like Star Trek. I'll take the Orville over this, thanks.… Expand

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butters19811981Oct 20, 2020

Overwhelming feminism propaganda. Maybe some good special effects but main character is Marry Sue style hero...i tryed to watch that few Times...but everytime feminism propaganda is just to much.

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MovieFan001Oct 21, 2020

Very disappointing show. Its more like a soap opera with with some action an science mixed in. So much deep discussion about feelings. Even the Vulcans. The show trends away from true Star Trek narratives. It could be the target audience isVery disappointing show. Its more like a soap opera with with some action an science mixed in. So much deep discussion about feelings. Even the Vulcans. The show trends away from true Star Trek narratives. It could be the target audience is 10-13 year olds in the hopes of future followers.

Couldnt make it through season 2.… Expand

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orwellbecketNov 12, 2020

It's not very interesting. Michael is proving to be a Mary-Sue, and there seems to be a lot of emotional development without moving the story forward. I barely made it through last season. By the end, the Red Angel was a pretty sketchy plotIt's not very interesting. Michael is proving to be a Mary-Sue, and there seems to be a lot of emotional development without moving the story forward. I barely made it through last season. By the end, the Red Angel was a pretty sketchy plot device. It's hard to imagine that the first season was the most creative, but it's looking that way. If the original Star Trek was a western set in space, this is a soap opera happening 900 years in the future. Discovery is going the same way as Picard. I have no reason to care about these people, nor do I believe in their ability to do what they are doing. I think the problem is with the creative team, not the production or the actors.… Expand

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BuddyCasinoJan 8, 2021

This is the culmination of many years of decline since ST:TNG. The production values are good, thus two points, and there are a few good main characters (Cpt Pike, the asian lady) but otherwise it is a complete cringe-fest with terribleThis is the culmination of many years of decline since ST:TNG. The production values are good, thus two points, and there are a few good main characters (Cpt Pike, the asian lady) but otherwise it is a complete cringe-fest with terrible writing and plot holes in the size of a borg cube. Michael Burnham has to be the least talented actress ever to command a federation vessel. This show appeals to SJWs and nobody else. The political undertones are unsubtle and lead to fake writing and dialogue all the time. The show has its moments, but in between, its mostly hate-watching.… Expand

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MrPeDec 17, 2020

I tried, really tried. The completly wasted opportunity of Adiras character is what finally killed it for me. Instead of going in depth how her psyche changes as she accepts being a part of a collective mind shes just trans for the sake ofI tried, really tried. The completly wasted opportunity of Adiras character is what finally killed it for me. Instead of going in depth how her psyche changes as she accepts being a part of a collective mind shes just trans for the sake of being trans. Pushing political agenda is not storytelling. Netflix has done it again. I might finally cancel this crap all together.… Expand

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Redleg1971Jan 29, 2021

OMG. Where to start? What a ridiculous TV series! It goes against everything Roddenberry stood for. Terrible stories. That's all I can muster. If you're a true Trek fan, don't bother watching, it'll just piss you off.

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WatchinMoviesFeb 10, 2023

What utter rubbish. The writing is horrible. The only reason I voted above zero was the special effects. We'd recommend "don't waste your time on this rubbish."

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ajewoMay 16, 2021

Star Trek: Discovery is primarily about fast-paced action and one big mystery plot for each season rather than episodical mystery, exploration, ethical or social issues. The episodes are not very memorable, unlike other Star Trek series.Star Trek: Discovery is primarily about fast-paced action and one big mystery plot for each season rather than episodical mystery, exploration, ethical or social issues. The episodes are not very memorable, unlike other Star Trek series. Discovery is a gritty, non-optimistic version of Star Trek with prequel continuity issues, e.g., the Klingon makeover is just unnecessary, holograms, or the "instant everywhere" spore drive. However, some issues will be reverted in the second season.
If you start to think about the plots for a minute, you will often find many issues that do not add up. Some episodes are so packed with "stuff" and contradictions that I didn't even care to follow the plot in a logical sense anymore. The voice-over pathos inspired by the JJ Abraham movies is just another empty element. And most of the characters are shady (especially in the first season) and unlikable. Some characters become charicatures. Michael Burnham, for example, is supposed to be the hero of the series, but since she's not the captain of the Discovery, she's not in a position to make the big decisions, yet she has all the answers and rebels without consequence (because she's always right in the end). As for the production, the series is well done. There are annoyingly overused light glares in the first two seasons, but the costumes, masks, and visuals are very good at movie level. All in all, I wish they had invested the budget in better scripts, stories, and dialogues written by actual science fiction authors.
I recommend watching the earlier Star Trek series, The Expanse, or The Orville instead.… Expand

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abc123jbDec 24, 2021

And now the ship's computer has feelings? Ok, time to scrap this version and move on. This is terrible scriptwriting and acting. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a group hug at the end of each show soon so the crew members get over theirAnd now the ship's computer has feelings? Ok, time to scrap this version and move on. This is terrible scriptwriting and acting. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a group hug at the end of each show soon so the crew members get over their trauma. I hope this is the last season of this incarnation and someone comes up with something entertaining. I watch now more to laugh than follow the story because it's become a parody.… Expand

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brstilsonJan 16, 2022

It's difficult to criticize Discovery without being lumped in with those of a certain political bent who have more of a problem with the cast of the show than its' actual content. Too often these reviews are saturated with politicalIt's difficult to criticize Discovery without being lumped in with those of a certain political bent who have more of a problem with the cast of the show than its' actual content. Too often these reviews are saturated with political dog-whistles and trigger phrases that stop thoughts and flare emotions.

The top criticism of the show is its' "woke"ness. This often means there's an objection to the inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters, such as Commander Stamets and Dr. Culber (who are gay and in a relationship with one another), Adira Tal (non-binary), or Gray (transgender). Too often the complaint is that the status of these characters is "shoved" down our "throats." But in my watching of the series so far, I don't really find this to be the case. If you were to apply the same standards to the aforementioned characters that is commonplace among cis-het couples throughout the history of the franchise, there really isn't much exploration of these relationships at all. Adira's non-binary status is touched upon once, and then never brought up again. Gray's gender transition isn't even openly commented on by any of the crew, which is what one should expect from a modern iteration of a progressive franchise like Star Trek. They are showing us what civilization looks like when we've moved past these hangups.

None of this is what makes Discovery bad. What makes Discovery bad is that it presents us with heroes who are irresponsible, immature, and mentally unstable; people who in any realistic storyline would be woefully incompetent at any task they were charged with. Yet, somehow, despite having all the professionalism of a teenage McDonald's crew, they always magically come up with impossibly complex and difficult answers when it's crunch time. The message of Star Trek: Discovery is simple: be as lazy and unprofessional as you want, because at the last minute you'll magically become a productive member of society and everything will be all right.

The amount of unprofessional talk-back and sass the crew gives the Captain and other superior officers makes this Trek fan want to throw them all in a boot camp with Edward Jellico for a week. It's abundantly clear this current generation of Hollywood writers has never had to maintain professionalism in their lives for any reason. Because they seem wholly unable to write characters who behave this way. Compare Michael Burnham to Jean-Luc Picard, Kathryn Janeway, or Benjamin Sisko and what you'll see is a child in a room of adults. What Discovery misses is toughness, grit, and calm in the face of danger. Burnham falls apart emotionally almost every episode, her "whisper-crying" becoming a meme in of its' own right.

And that's really the crux of the problem: Discovery is childish. It is a childish story, written by childish writers to appeal to a childish audience. The intensity in every scene is turned up to 11. Every character is exceedingly and irritatingly melodramatic. Every line delivered as if it's the most profound thing ever said in the universe.

In the music world, there is a thing called "dynamic range." Put simply, it's the difference between quiet and loud parts of a song. Many audio engineers will tell you about an ongoing "loudness war" in pop music where every track is mastered louder and louder, at all the same level. The results are recordings with little to no dynamic range, which means songs that are popular for a few weeks or months, then forgotten forever. Why? Because when everything is loud, loud ceases to exist. When everything is special, nothing is. When everything is melodramatic, there is no tension. Discovery, in making almost if not every scene intense, loud, and melodramatic, has actually accomplished the opposite in creating an exceedingly boring television program. Everything is loud. Everything is dramatic. And therefore, nothing is. It's a painting where the artist keeps dumping gallon after gallon of color after color until it's become a massive dark gray rectangle. It's written and produced by people who don't understand the concept of "less is more," and that the space in between the lines, or the notes, or the grandiose speeches matters, too. Instead, we're subjected to a Starfleet crew of narcissistic, self-congratulatory, immature teenagers who never have to suffer a single consequence for their actions. A crew who in real life wouldn't last a day running a Wendy's, let alone a futuristic starship. After watching this for 3 and 1/2 seasons, I still don't buy it, and I don't think I ever will.… Expand

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Alice_BJan 15, 2023

This slow moving, confusing TV series that does not align or work with the prior TV series. This show does not properly share any DNA with prior series. The only bright spot would Doug Jones.

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PavelHrMar 31, 2023

I'll be honest, the show is not terrible by today's standards but there's nothing great about it either. If you replaced the a few of the species and the ships you would never be able to guess it's Star Trek. It's very slow and very dramaticI'll be honest, the show is not terrible by today's standards but there's nothing great about it either. If you replaced the a few of the species and the ships you would never be able to guess it's Star Trek. It's very slow and very dramatic and the writing is not great. The visuals are amazing but there's nothing to keep you going. I lasted 2 seasons and they're never bad, just the definition of meh TV. Watch any of the previous Star Trek series if you're a fan of the franchise.… Expand

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BarnyOct 31, 2019

This show is the lovechild of a dumpster fire and a train wreck. Just like any monstrosity of its kind, it should not have seen the light of day, yet being allowed to breathe. This is unadulterated worthless rubbish mix. The only positive isThis show is the lovechild of a dumpster fire and a train wreck. Just like any monstrosity of its kind, it should not have seen the light of day, yet being allowed to breathe. This is unadulterated worthless rubbish mix. The only positive is the special effects, costumes and scenery are properly executed: 1 point for that, zero for everything else.… Expand

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dogboyMay 24, 2022

I will give this show a 1/10 rating purely for the first season being decent. From there it goes downhill so badly it becomes unwatchable. Everything wrong with Hollywood can be summed up by this show. Woke, pandering to minorities,I will give this show a 1/10 rating purely for the first season being decent. From there it goes downhill so badly it becomes unwatchable. Everything wrong with Hollywood can be summed up by this show. Woke, pandering to minorities, cringeworthy storylines and ruining a beloved franchise through bad writing and terrible characters. There were some great ideas in this show that were so poorly executed I just couldn't keep watching it. I learned to hate the main character so much I don't think I have ever hated a tv show character as much.… Expand

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daredevil23Aug 13, 2022

As a life long trek fan it pains me to write this....

In one episode, the president of the federation tells Burnham that one "cannot defeat the mathematics of loss". Burnham replies we have until now; the president cautions, "So you areAs a life long trek fan it pains me to write this....

In one episode, the president of the federation tells Burnham that one "cannot defeat the mathematics of loss". Burnham replies we have until now; the president cautions, "So you are immune to failure?" and then (the script writers ignore this sage advice and proceed) in *every* episode afterwards amp up the risk(s) such that the crew and ship are in constant imminent danger of death and yet *always* snatch victory from the jaws of death. |
It would be like an emotionally unstable Picard fighting the Borg in every episode/season and ultimately defeating them every time... YAWN!
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It is infuriatingly boring knowing (that unlike Game of Thrones) the main characters will never expire. So one watches and waits for the miraculous reveal which will allow this comedy/tragedy to survive for another successive installment.… Expand

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druout1944Sep 13, 2019

Worst tv show I have ever seen. Sad days for Star Trek when the franchise is sacrificed on the altar of SJW stupidity.

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Razrback16Jan 10, 2020

I tried to give this a chance but it's just bad. The story is terrible, constantly violating existing canon, and full of woke politics. No thanks. I strongly recommend against it.

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R_LEE_ERMEYApr 6, 2021

I never seen so much crying and over emotional tripe in my life. The only reason they received a 1 is because of the special effects/wardrobe people. Abolutely TERRIBLE writing. Terrible casting (except for Seru, Pike and whats her name)I never seen so much crying and over emotional tripe in my life. The only reason they received a 1 is because of the special effects/wardrobe people. Abolutely TERRIBLE writing. Terrible casting (except for Seru, Pike and whats her name) See that? I can't even remember the characters names after 3 seasons!! The over the top homosexuality and transgenderism sticks out like a sore thumb almost as if they are trying too hard. The overly emotional and pontificating dialogue is 100% not Star Trek. Gene Roddenberry is rolling in his grave. SHAME on you!

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cterryr2Dec 9, 2021

Worst ST series ever. Live action effects on the bridge are pathetic and so fake! Why are there flames shooting out perfectly from the same places everytime there is a bang? The sparks are perfectly coordinated too? Is this a joke? Also, whyWorst ST series ever. Live action effects on the bridge are pathetic and so fake! Why are there flames shooting out perfectly from the same places everytime there is a bang? The sparks are perfectly coordinated too? Is this a joke? Also, why is almost everyone gay and or non binary? Its too much! The one white man on board had his testicles removed. Its so obvious. Its borderline white, male, straight, hate. Im not wrong. They ruined my favorite tv show.… Expand

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HippystankDec 4, 2020

Absolute garbage show pushing terrible views, the show is a platform for all the bull that is going on anymore and not at all a reflection of what star trek has always been. It's really sad when Star Trek has always been about inclusivity,Absolute garbage show pushing terrible views, the show is a platform for all the bull that is going on anymore and not at all a reflection of what star trek has always been. It's really sad when Star Trek has always been about inclusivity, forward thinking etc. but being smart about how they sent the message. Now they just straight up PUSH their message in your face and make it the only thing the show is about. They keep retconning and trying to destroy past Star Trek it's disgusting this show deserves to drop off. On top of all of that the show just isn't good, has terrible plot holes, the whole crew of the show all have PTSD, peoples characters personalities are just their genders and pronouns. There are no men in the show, enjoy.… Expand

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WihglahJul 6, 2022

Utter cringe fest. Emotionally broken characters crying at every opportunity. Zero character development or growth. Almost the entire cast is has a litany of psychological problems, any of which should prevent them using heavy machinery letUtter cringe fest. Emotionally broken characters crying at every opportunity. Zero character development or growth. Almost the entire cast is has a litany of psychological problems, any of which should prevent them using heavy machinery let alone being responsible for saving the Galaxy. Completely unbelievable.… Expand

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PalanthemionNov 5, 2020

Sorry, this show is just awful. I'm a longtime Star Trek Fan. Seen all the shows and movies several times - but Discovery is really hard to digest. Who is doing the writing? Do they ever watched Star Trek? Do they have a clue what's it about?Sorry, this show is just awful. I'm a longtime Star Trek Fan. Seen all the shows and movies several times - but Discovery is really hard to digest. Who is doing the writing? Do they ever watched Star Trek? Do they have a clue what's it about? I feel like watching Pretty Woman 2, where everyone is hunting a serial killer who is brutally killing prostitutes. Just give that show another name and see how it will perform - because this sh... has nothing to do with Gene Rodenberry's vision. 1 point for the good SFX.… Expand

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dramaticwordsJun 26, 2020

Dumbed-down version of a formerly great franchise. Plots and character motivations make no sense. Continuity is nonexistent. So much money wasted on such bad storytelling.

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SailorSonicJul 14, 2019

This show was terrible! The characters and the writing are the worst. It's like they don't even care. I just can't understand why this is being reviewed positively by journalsts/movie critics! What a shame. This was an opportunity forThis show was terrible! The characters and the writing are the worst. It's like they don't even care. I just can't understand why this is being reviewed positively by journalsts/movie critics! What a shame. This was an opportunity for really good television that was wasted.… Expand

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KabindasOct 20, 2020

The most cringe tv series ever. And the 3rd season continues with that... what a waste of time.

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DunaroteMay 15, 2019

The purpose of this show is push a certain propaganda and to match the political situation in the US. The writing and casting in this show is horrible. The asian lady cannot even speak english properly. I'll give it 1 star because of goodThe purpose of this show is push a certain propaganda and to match the political situation in the US. The writing and casting in this show is horrible. The asian lady cannot even speak english properly. I'll give it 1 star because of good directing and visuals.… Expand

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DieHummelJun 15, 2019

Not Star Trek. Bad writing and acting are just the cherry on the top. The biggest problem is the complete overhaul of everything. The Klingons design was changed completely, the Klingon society was changed completely, star fleets philosophyNot Star Trek. Bad writing and acting are just the cherry on the top. The biggest problem is the complete overhaul of everything. The Klingons design was changed completely, the Klingon society was changed completely, star fleets philosophy seems to be non existent. The Klingons for example never cared about dead body's because they see them as empty shells that once inhabited the soul of an honorable warrior but now the dead bodies are so important to them that they build a ship out of their coffins (first episode).

The caracters are mostly confined to a single trait like the gay or the chubby one or the strange one. Star Trek was always about humanity, the crew and how the crew works together to solve their problems. This series is about a woman that was raised by vulcans in the vulcan way but doesn't act vulcan in the slightest. The fact she has a male name can also be distracting but that's just a side note. Every little bit of the story is the same generic stuff we see in movies every year. Main character has an idea but nobody listens and does something different and after that fails all praise the main characters idea.

This is not Star Trek and it will never be. I do not think the writers or actors have ever seen Star Trek and I am sad that my review has to be this bad because I really am a die hard fan and even own all the DVDs of the other Star Trek series.… Expand

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JoergblnJan 22, 2022

I am a Star Trek fan for more an 40 years. Discovery brought that to an end. This is not a spaceship, that's a mental hospital in outer space. You just can't sugarcoat a horrible story with special effects.

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OwynOct 10, 2021

Shame to all Star Trek series.
Bad in every aspect. They didn't even try...

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N-fanApr 6, 2020

Star Trek Discovery, or STD as it's known as, is a poorly written show full of miserable characters. It's set in a bleak universe that has NOTHING in common with the familiar, positive Star Trek the fans love.

The actors have so little toStar Trek Discovery, or STD as it's known as, is a poorly written show full of miserable characters. It's set in a bleak universe that has NOTHING in common with the familiar, positive Star Trek the fans love.

The actors have so little to work with, you can't help but feel sorry for them. The absolute worst is the lead character who's arrogant and smug and lectures constantly. She's nothing more than a substandard gender swapped Mr Spock.

Avoid at all cost! Watch real Star Trek instead like the original from 1966 or any of the other Star Trek inspired shows that came later like The Orville.… Expand

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MikeTheHumanMay 14, 2022

A show that looks nice but is maybe the dumbest show on modern television, streaming or otherwise. Hateable characters, depressing tone, stupid plots and dialogue, and an ever-pervading self importance that makes this pretty much unwatchable.

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steelreviewssDec 5, 2021

Low effort cash grab. Again.
Pseudo diversity is front and center again, good writing is lacking.

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BobbyJet11Oct 20, 2020

Gene Roddenberry would not have approved of this excuse for a Start Trek series.... And if Frakes is a true follower of Roddenberry's work he must struggle with trying to direct this garbage. I tried hard to give it the benefit of the doubtGene Roddenberry would not have approved of this excuse for a Start Trek series.... And if Frakes is a true follower of Roddenberry's work he must struggle with trying to direct this garbage. I tried hard to give it the benefit of the doubt thinking it would get better but I'm done with this show.… Expand

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Mighty_moose416Oct 25, 2020

Its still terrible. Hopefully this season will be the last and we can just forget it existed

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PeterStegerDec 23, 2021

This is sad...very sad...they destroyed Star Trek. Season four gets worse with every episode. It's only about their feelings and how sad they all are all the time. That's not what startrek is about.
Now even the maincomputer on the shipThis is sad...very sad...they destroyed Star Trek. Season four gets worse with every episode. It's only about their feelings and how sad they all are all the time. That's not what startrek is about.
Now even the maincomputer on the ship develops "feelings". The characters are bad written and so are the episodes. If something is exploding in 30 seconds, you don't talk about how afraid you are with your teammate 20 seconds, you just do what needs to be done.

This is the worst BS I've ever seen that uses the name "Star Trek".

In my opinion they said: "we need gay characters, females, non-binaries and all the other possibilities". Let's write a story around them what it means to be LBQTSGHFD!
They made the characters and stories exactly like that, to shove into our faces how important it is to be that way.

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hecg87Nov 12, 2020

I had held on to DSC for the first two seasons only because of the great acting from Michelle Yeoh and Anson Mount, but this latest season 3 of Discovery has been borderline watchable. Nothing about this show attributes any of the redeemingI had held on to DSC for the first two seasons only because of the great acting from Michelle Yeoh and Anson Mount, but this latest season 3 of Discovery has been borderline watchable. Nothing about this show attributes any of the redeeming qualities we've seen in previous Trek. This show is more about Michael Burnham and her righteousness than the crew of The Discovery. The crew of the Discovery also lack command structure and treat the ship like its a day at the office. No regard for command and lack decorum for commanding officers. Episode 3 of Season 3 had major plot holes in regards to Burnham and crew finding the mystery to the 'Burn'. If this season keeps up at this pace, I can't see myself investing any more time and emotion on this series.… Expand

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karrevNov 16, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stop. Crying. For the love of god, stop crying. They're all way too emotional. It's all superjoy or blubbering. There's not been a single episode in season 3 without crying. They're supposed to be Star Trek officers ffs. Burnham is supposed to be raised by Vulcans - have a little composure. And they seem to have a thing against straight men - most of them have been killed off or sent off at this point (Spock, Lorca, Pike and now Book). If this an attempt at female empowerment, you're doing it wrong. Jet Reno (Tig Notaro) seems to be the only character who isn't annoying (she's an island of charisma is a sea of whinge-baggery). And don't get me started on the story... Gene Roddenberry must be rolling over in his grave this his beautiful vision has turned into this travesty.… Expand

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MetaprogDec 25, 2020

A complete abomination. Science & exploration has become an afterthought in favor of sentimentality, emotion & unchecked empathy. This is NOT true to the Star Trek ethos at all.

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FindingmywayDec 29, 2020

It’s to bad SJW has destroyed Star Trek. This is supposed to be sci-fi show. It’s nothing but a soap opera. They spend more time talking about their feelings than anything sci-fi. It’s a disgrace!

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PuffraJan 9, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The storyline is simply horrible...
the anti-climax of the season 3 finale is "meh" at best, the fact that the build up for the entire season resulted in some child simply needing to be told not to be afraid to exit a hologram and everything is solved is just too easy and lame... Every problem they faced this season is easily solved within the episodes in super dumb ways most of the times. Nothing is too big of a problem in this feel good setting where everything gets solved after Michael cries for a bit, ps. She cries in every episode this season, no joke..

The fact that this seasons grand enemy is some low key rebel is boring at best. Also, tilly, need i say more? She rises to captain of the ship not even being within a light-year of next in line considering rank, what for? Because it feels good, i guess? It's so dumb, this series is made for young woke girls who don't like authority and can't stand the thought of following protocol when one can switch it up for some tears and bubbly feeling inside instead.

Utterly gutted what Startrek is build upon, i mean season 1 and 2 took some liberties, but it worked since it stayed within line and simply made a modern version, this season goes completely off route and completely derailes, it's sad, the season could have made an openning for a new intricate future for Startrek, i stead it turned into some new age teenage drama of sorts.… Expand

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AlphaheroJan 22, 2021

Good: visual effects, sounddesign.. Camera.. Interesting setting and startrek franchise..

So what could go wrong? Everything is about one main character. Constant political correctness in your face. No man on the entire ship. Very sad Please stop..

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metauser987Aug 9, 2021

This show is NOT star trek. The characters are poorly written and the writers have no idea what a "strong female character" is. They should look to Ripley from Aliens or Janeway from Voyager, or Sam from Stargate to see a well writtenThis show is NOT star trek. The characters are poorly written and the writers have no idea what a "strong female character" is. They should look to Ripley from Aliens or Janeway from Voyager, or Sam from Stargate to see a well written female character that have actual character development. These female characters show independence, strength, and intelligence by actually working WITH their male counterparts instead of knocking them down or seemingly solving any issue by a miracle (see Mary Sue effect). Not to mention the fact some of the situations on the show are just horribly inaccurate: I mean ENSIGN Tilly becoming First Officer!!!??? In what world would an ENSIGN (who has no command training or command authority) become FO in charge of hundreds of people?!? Are they saying there are no other Qualified LT or LT Commanders on board? And the reason they give is that Saru only "trusts Tilly". Well newsflash, command authority should be given to officers who EARN it, who are QUALIFIED and yes, to someone who you trust. Again are they saying no other LT or LT. Commander rank officers fit this bill? Ridiculous. Also some of the other plots just don't pan out or make sense. Case in point: The Burn. The whole last season was a question of what caused the burn?! Was it an alien species? 8472? Q? Some unknown, powerful force? No, At the end it turned out to be caused by a temper tantrum by a child! Like WTF?

The "writers" (if you can call them that) should look to TNG and DS9 for how Star Trek should be written. There's nothing wrong with bringing Star Trek into the 21st Century. More action and pew pew is fine. Hell even lens flare is OK (in moderation). New characters and stories are welcome, BUT only if they are good, make sense, and have compelling, realistic, relatable characters.… Expand

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j0hnnjOct 10, 2021

Building up a consistent universe can't be done if fashion political views shared by autors in the real life society change everything in the story, the spirit of your fiction.

Discovery is poorly written, protagonists are superhumans, aBuilding up a consistent universe can't be done if fashion political views shared by autors in the real life society change everything in the story, the spirit of your fiction.

Discovery is poorly written, protagonists are superhumans, a little bit dumbs - but I supose that scenarist could do better - but they can do anything. antagonists are bads stupids and ugly.

The story TL;DR version is: "Trumpists are klingons, klingons are bad, we are good, we kill bad". From an entire neutral pov, this story make no sense compared to the olds star trek. You feel that this show promotes a new wave racism and not diversity.
Every body good is a female, every white male are bad and/or coward and/or stupid except if they are gay.

1 point for the design that is good, people doing the visual effect are the only one that deserve to be paid for this show.… Expand

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HenriavNov 15, 2021

This is probably the worse Star Trek ever made. Woke writers and a sad departure from the spirit of Star Trek. Don't waste your time watching this garbage. The only thing to say that is positive is the special effects were good.

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TellGoodStoriesNov 21, 2021

Special effects are great. Everything else is grating. Some of my gripes have to do with using the destroy the past premise for the whole show. But it's just painful to watch.

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jlcvtNov 26, 2021

This show could of been good, but it just keeps get worse. Not sure what is worse the writers or the actors.

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LightStrikerNov 30, 2021

It's a pale imitation of what Star Trek used to be. There's no longer any sort of smart topic to think about. Everybody yell, everybody has emotional breakdown; it's no longer a team of professionals doing their duty onboard a starship. TheIt's a pale imitation of what Star Trek used to be. There's no longer any sort of smart topic to think about. Everybody yell, everybody has emotional breakdown; it's no longer a team of professionals doing their duty onboard a starship. The only good moment in 3 seasons is when Pike and Number One shows up, and act like what Starfleet officers should be. Space Mary Sue can get lost in a black hole for all I care.… Expand

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endr1Mar 3, 2023

When I am constipated I watch this garbage sat on the can. Usually it works but sometime it makes me puke.

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wonderchadJan 26, 2022

Thanks God, this nightmare is over.
Next time, well, I hope there won't be one, that the writers will be inspired by ST DS9 to write.

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TompoeMar 7, 2022

The first 2 seasons were "watchable". They were action packed and the story floed. Season 3 began the rapid spiral downward. Season 4 was a woke piece of crap that spent more time seeing how many boxes they can check off to please the SJWThe first 2 seasons were "watchable". They were action packed and the story floed. Season 3 began the rapid spiral downward. Season 4 was a woke piece of crap that spent more time seeing how many boxes they can check off to please the SJW crowd. I long for the days of Kirksleeping with green alien women and punching Klingons...… Expand

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crystal-oMar 16, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Star Trek Discovery is overrated. The show started well in s 1&2 with Burnham background and connection with Spock etc., Then the search of the cause of the burn intensified, in season 3 all the building stories just collapsed to find out the cause of the burn is a scared kid?!? Wtf!! The writers dropped all kinds of Easter eggs and connections to The OG, TNG, VOY, DS9 but so disappointing to find out it is actually far away story from previous treks. It's a click bait and I'm still clicking LOL

That's my opinion despite too much acting for Burnham character.. or not? (My friend said it happened in The Walking Dead as well? I dunno)

Season 4 started with another mystery of DMA, that scene with Burnham on the bridge by herself mimics the scene of Janeway in year of hell, but actually for me just a poor copy. Shhgg. I just want this to stop, really, because I'll still have to watch to see if any references to the previous shows. :/… Expand

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GrahamSteiner44Sep 5, 2022

I'm no big Star Trek fan or anything, but compared to previous offerings, this show is not good. The writing is almost infantile, the acting performances poor, and the 'woke' narrative just a little vomit inducing. All I see here, Is changeI'm no big Star Trek fan or anything, but compared to previous offerings, this show is not good. The writing is almost infantile, the acting performances poor, and the 'woke' narrative just a little vomit inducing. All I see here, Is change for 'politically motivated' change sake, and a distortion of historical detail, to perhaps just justify the writers existence. There's no heart beat to this show.… Expand

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triadneMar 15, 2023

There's a lot of issues with discovery but this was at least watchable and quite enjoyable at times.

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AprilCBodnerAug 24, 2023

Why are the men in this show mostly weak, evil, or gay? Why so much forced emotion and contrived emotional situations? It's sickening. It's a messy ugly gay Marxist feminist wet dream.

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coltsr2Jan 8, 2021

WokeTrek

As a major fan of all that is star trek, i am somewhat disillusioned and disappointed with the latest incarnation. This latest STD incarnation is basically just one big left wing social justice warrior propaganda series, itWokeTrek

As a major fan of all that is star trek, i am somewhat disillusioned and disappointed with the latest incarnation. This latest STD incarnation is basically just one big left wing social justice warrior propaganda series, it seems to have zero direction or purpose. It has very little in common with what star trek was and should be about.
The dialogue is so terrible, and especially Micheal Burnham a girl with a boys name, who whispers and tears up with those big puppy dog eyes in just about every episode and every scene, its cringeworthy utter ott garbage! And now she has her hair in crazy 3ft long braids! Its ridiculous. Plus why are all the heterosexual male actors treated like a lower form of intelligence during each episode, i remember one scene were Captain Pike practically gets **** slapped by Michael Burnham and then has to be rescued by her because of his incompetence! Yet chubby Tilly is a hero ever episode! The emasculation agenda is obvious! It just feels like another left wing feminist, LGBT Netflix woke propaganda show to me, its nothing more than a snowflake, social justice woke trek, a poor imitation of a once great Star Trek series. The snowflakes must love it, Otherwise, it truly sucks. Gene Roddenberry would puke on this garbage its been crucified by trans-woke activists!… Expand

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SecurionApr 23, 2021

Everything except the special effects are really terrible. The main char is some sort of black Jesus character that is responsible for everything good in the universe and every white person is evil and gets crushed by asteroids as soon asEverything except the special effects are really terrible. The main char is some sort of black Jesus character that is responsible for everything good in the universe and every white person is evil and gets crushed by asteroids as soon as they talk back to the main character.

Sad to say, but this is really really woke and bad.… Expand

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regulator13Mar 9, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not like NG DS9 or VOYAYER. Completely character stuff mostly not each episode a stand alone story.… Expand

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dancodanNov 15, 2020

I’m a life long fan of the series, watched every episode ever created. I had high hopes for Discovery but even though I really tried to like it I eventually had to admit to myself that this is not Star Trek. This is a political statement.I’m a life long fan of the series, watched every episode ever created. I had high hopes for Discovery but even though I really tried to like it I eventually had to admit to myself that this is not Star Trek. This is a political statement. Where it lacks in writing and a good story it more than enough makes up with PC culture. It’s not often they allow a white male on the cast, and when they do you can be sure that he is the bad guy.
The writing is forced and dull, often dumbed down and overly dramatic. Often we can see an entire room of characters just crying while violins are going crazy in the background for no apparent reason. It’s an emotional, sentimental jibberish which doesn’t come close to the previous series.… Expand

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AcquireDec 22, 2021

A tremendously disappointing revival of the best tv franchise of all time. This is not star trek. There is no discovery and no explanation. There is only badly written characters with excessive drama. There is a carelessness to theA tremendously disappointing revival of the best tv franchise of all time. This is not star trek. There is no discovery and no explanation. There is only badly written characters with excessive drama. There is a carelessness to the treatment of continuity. The few character that weren't ridiculous were quickly removed and relegated to side roles. It feels like a bad soap opera.… Expand

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heloheNov 25, 2021

It is like every season, the writers make a bet about how much worse they can make the show without anything happening. Season 4 now tops it with everything: Bad acting, stupid story, bad science, boring characters, too much lens flares,It is like every season, the writers make a bet about how much worse they can make the show without anything happening. Season 4 now tops it with everything: Bad acting, stupid story, bad science, boring characters, too much lens flares, boring action instead of any meaningful philosophical story, bad sound effects,...… Expand

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BalornMay 1, 2022

Discovery is just stupid, season 3 was when it lost its way and season 4 is an insult to the Star Trek universe. In the first episodes, there is combat, they get damaged and have flames coming out of the walls, in little puffs, and no one isDiscovery is just stupid, season 3 was when it lost its way and season 4 is an insult to the Star Trek universe. In the first episodes, there is combat, they get damaged and have flames coming out of the walls, in little puffs, and no one is worried and there is no lasting damage, then after combat damage, there are what looks like rocks on the floor and no visible damage to the ceiling or a reason why there are rock like things on a spaceship.… Expand

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DexEngineerNov 4, 2020

What a waste of opportunity. Politics destroys fun. This is actually not Star Trek. This is propaganda. But... there is positive side here... Hollywood is going to destroy itself. Who cares.

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