Star Trek: Discovery

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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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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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xiaolinstyleJun 6, 2021

Big fan of Star Trek. I've watched every series to completion aside from Enterprise. Discovery has been one of my favorites since the beginning. Very much looking forward to season 4.

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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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AverageJoe20May 11, 2021

why is this even called star trek? i wanted to like it so bad but everything about this show is terrible. they should really keep identity politics out of tv. This is activism and woke politics not star trek. cringeworthy

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Tengu_1May 5, 2021

Tried to give the show a chance, but it lacks the one thing that set older Star Trek apart..., DIGNITY.

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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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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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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!

You better not screw up the Pike series as badly as you have this one.… Expand

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Simon_SaysApr 5, 2021

Malon antimatter waste. Best left untouched like the rest of the recent of anti-trek "nu trek" ADHD Kurtzman crapola.

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Jools86Mar 30, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Season 3 is absolutely awful. Love Michael. Good character, but it feels like the show was written by Guardian journalists. It’s woke beyond belief, no macho men anywhere, just a rainbow brigade.

The stories are incomprehensible too, maybe because the program just bored me and I wasn’t paying attention.… Expand

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Stargazer1986Mar 29, 2021

Season 1-2 we’re ok. They messed up many things. But both were watchable. The whole burnham plot was ok. Until it was just a show about her and not ST. S3 it’s simply painful to watch. The script feels as if it was written by a teenager whoSeason 1-2 we’re ok. They messed up many things. But both were watchable. The whole burnham plot was ok. Until it was just a show about her and not ST. S3 it’s simply painful to watch. The script feels as if it was written by a teenager who barely knows writing. The story lines are dreadful, lazy and are overly focus on gender, race, feminism. I fast forward so many times because It was just unbearable. I hope they do not make another season. It’s simply TERRIBLE!!… Expand

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ToniogFeb 28, 2021

Star trek , una garanzia. Serie avvincente,effetti speciali notevoli, quasi come al cinema

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ranjuroFeb 27, 2021

I have been a Trek fan for 40 years. I've watched every single Trek series ever made. This show is better than Enterprise, better than Voyager, better than DS9, and very entertaining. The people who come here to hate on it seem to mostlyI have been a Trek fan for 40 years. I've watched every single Trek series ever made. This show is better than Enterprise, better than Voyager, better than DS9, and very entertaining. The people who come here to hate on it seem to mostly be stuck in a time warp or annoyed about politics, which is too bad. This may not feel like classic Trek but that's kinda the point. New Trek for a new generation. If it looked and felt like the show did 25 years ago it might appeal to all the classic Trek lovers but then it would just be Enterprise again. Or the Orville. If you take it on it's own merits as modern sci-fi set in the Star Trek universe, it's a great show.… Expand

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KomotozehFeb 10, 2021

I have watched two seasons of this show.
It retains the spirt of weekly star trek well working to have season long arcs.
Its visuals are fun, characters are fun.

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WestCoastSunsetFeb 3, 2021

All the characters have 1 defining characteristic that is so all consuming you wonder how they get their jobs done. Canon is regularly redefined or ignored outright to suit the episode(s). Story plotlines are consistent, but quite a bitAll the characters have 1 defining characteristic that is so all consuming you wonder how they get their jobs done. Canon is regularly redefined or ignored outright to suit the episode(s). Story plotlines are consistent, but quite a bit larger than life. Scripts are contrived in the service of Race/Gender Representation rather than just good story telling. Action, usually involving space battles, are very overdone. The enemy always seems stronger, almost too strong for the protaganists to overcome. Not realistic or thought provoking at all. The show follows Viacom's other offering Picard, in that it tends to rehash plots from other Star trek shows, which I can only intepret as a lack of originality. I won't be watching the new season.… 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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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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fightbackpJan 24, 2021

What a total train wreck!!! I've never seen such a bad series in my whole life!! Hollywood and Disney love ruining franchises as they have done with Ghostbusters, Star Wars, Terminator and now Star Trek! I have more fun doing homework andWhat a total train wreck!!! I've never seen such a bad series in my whole life!! Hollywood and Disney love ruining franchises as they have done with Ghostbusters, Star Wars, Terminator and now Star Trek! I have more fun doing homework and reading a boring book than the new Star Trek. I actually made me feel sick in my stomach cause it's that bad.… 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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Raki72Jan 20, 2021

Each season needs some time to develop but the last 6 episodes are really strong. Underrated.

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Blacksheep343Jan 20, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. S1 4/10 S2 5/10 S3 7/10 it is getting better as it goes alongit's just unfortunate with all the great actors in this show that Michael Burnham is in this show I have never seen anyone mansplained like this character I don't know if it's the actor or if it's the writers but it's like they're in love with it (I say it because I can't tell how this character identifies ) given in the show ti responsible for starting a war and getting a ton of people killed and repeating that horrible behavior over and over again acting like a complete chauvinist. still the show's not all bad some of the acting's pretty good and it's a pretty beautiful show… Expand

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VishalHJan 18, 2021

Superbly delivers on many levels - writing, acting, and special effects. So much heart to this show. My only regret is that I waited so long to start watching it!

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aiapaecJan 17, 2021

Series is fine. Dated 10 years before the beggining of the Star Trek story it shows some rough development of the technology and mentality of the Federation. Sadly some muricans hate the series because strong female characters and one chineseSeries is fine. Dated 10 years before the beggining of the Star Trek story it shows some rough development of the technology and mentality of the Federation. Sadly some muricans hate the series because strong female characters and one chinese actress, blaming on politics and yada yada. Go back to the WWE kids.… 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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End3rW1gg1nJan 15, 2021

As a life long Trekkie, I desparately wanted to like this show, but aside from the special effects, it has no redeeming qualities. This is not Star Trek. It's an insult.

The show needs to be cancelled immediately, the creators need toAs a life long Trekkie, I desparately wanted to like this show, but aside from the special effects, it has no redeeming qualities. This is not Star Trek. It's an insult.

The show needs to be cancelled immediately, the creators need to apologize to all the fans and resign.

What an embarassment!… 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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LiquidriderJan 14, 2021

The plot is actually pretty good, with a lot of twist turns and no one is safe, which makes it all the less predictable. Most reviews throwing hissy fits over the plot are being overdramatic. And those claiming it is star trek by name only,The plot is actually pretty good, with a lot of twist turns and no one is safe, which makes it all the less predictable. Most reviews throwing hissy fits over the plot are being overdramatic. And those claiming it is star trek by name only, don't know much about star trek. The number of easter eggs and references to other variations is insane. The plot & CGI are also very impressive. My biggest gripe is the characters & at times bad acting. The main character is a complete oxymoron. She is the most emotional one of the entire crew which is ironic considering she is half vulcan. I wish the writers would stop making her appear like an emotional roller coaster. She starts out emotionally strong, but it has since gotten worse and worse as the series continues.… Expand

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RodrigoSenaApr 11, 2020

Rubbish, Marxist slurry, SJWs, poorly written characters, character "Mary Sue" (clever, who solves everything # but who failed to create a Klingon - Federation war, should have been punished with death), misrepresentation of the canon of theRubbish, Marxist slurry, SJWs, poorly written characters, character "Mary Sue" (clever, who solves everything # but who failed to create a Klingon - Federation war, should have been punished with death), misrepresentation of the canon of the franchise and Roddenberry must rummage through his ashes and excommunicate himself for having an incompetent son who destroys his legacy! NOTE: ZERO… Expand

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theanhooJan 13, 2021

Safe space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of Discovery. STD is not science fiction. It's science fantasy. It's Twilight set in space where logic and chain-of-command go out the windows. The men are so emasculated even the tokenSafe space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of Discovery. STD is not science fiction. It's science fantasy. It's Twilight set in space where logic and chain-of-command go out the windows. The men are so emasculated even the token Asian man did not even get to say a single line. And why do they always gather around to hug and cry? I feel like I'm watching a teen drama set in a high school.… Expand

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TitoRapPinasJan 9, 2021

some characters are too nuanced to the point that it dimonishes sensible character development. and without that, it's hard to root for someone. i enjoy the sci fi mumbo jumbo, and how it intertwines with the overarching story. i like how thesome characters are too nuanced to the point that it dimonishes sensible character development. and without that, it's hard to root for someone. i enjoy the sci fi mumbo jumbo, and how it intertwines with the overarching story. i like how the show is brave i alluding to real workd issues. but as a whole, as a show and a story about people, it is lacking.… Expand

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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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Brentm0Jan 9, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best serie ever. So much effort is putting in to this serie. Best seasons is season 3.
Through the seasons the grafics are awesome. Nu cutting corners for sure.… Expand

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ValoelJan 8, 2021

Back to the roots! Hell YEAH! I seriously like how season 3 achieves the turn to what Star Trek and the Federation are standing for! Can't wait for season 4!

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Meta_FoxJan 8, 2021

Firs season was ok, but it got worse with every episode. Second and third seasons represent endless meaningless drama.

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mongz79Jan 8, 2021

This show is trash. It's amazing to me, and most of the fans, that something this poor can keep being greenlit for another season. Unbelievable.

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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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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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cylunJan 6, 2021

I would not have any problem with this TV Show if it wasn't called "Star Trek". It's nice cinematics. Story arcs are convincing. Storytelling is consistent for the most part. A certain mystery keeps the story flowing and keeps the viewerI would not have any problem with this TV Show if it wasn't called "Star Trek". It's nice cinematics. Story arcs are convincing. Storytelling is consistent for the most part. A certain mystery keeps the story flowing and keeps the viewer interested and connected. But it simply doesn't fit into the Star Trek gore. The promoted ideas, especially technology-wise, feel like the writers had the goal to show a superlative of the previously known and this is the best that they could come up with.… Expand

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GruntDiverJan 5, 2021

I enjoy the storylines and the special effects are fantastic. Unfortunately, in the beginning I liked Burnham, However she has now worn me out. No leadership and she whispers her entire dialogue. It is so irritating. I hope they strengthenI enjoy the storylines and the special effects are fantastic. Unfortunately, in the beginning I liked Burnham, However she has now worn me out. No leadership and she whispers her entire dialogue. It is so irritating. I hope they strengthen her character in the future.… Expand

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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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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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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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ivandavjDec 29, 2020

This show has been very difficult for me to watch. I'm a really big fan of the franchise, but it looks as if the writters are purporsely trying to ignore all that was considered canon.

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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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NorthPeruvianCDec 22, 2020

A perfect example of what happens when a great show goes woke, they go broke. This show was written by angry feminists and sjw's as their vehicle to push their own views completely detracting from anything that actually made Star Trek greatA perfect example of what happens when a great show goes woke, they go broke. This show was written by angry feminists and sjw's as their vehicle to push their own views completely detracting from anything that actually made Star Trek great in the past. Nothing was written by actual sci-fi fans, just terrible writers and casting directors portraying all the men as weak, all the females as saviors and every_single_episode has all the women crying after every single incident it's literally unwatchable. Weak women can't write strong women they have no context, which is why all the women come off as weak. Weak men can't write strong men which is why all the men come off as a-holes or utterly incompetent... unless they are gay of course then they save the show every other episode somehow and are both stunning and brave guys! Star Trek would be much better off without Discovery having existed but hopefully after the show gets cancelled we can use this as a case study on how using a popular sci-fi series as a medium to push your SJW/Feminist/Anti-Men narrative can NEVER lead to good content.… 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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shroompopsicleDec 16, 2020

Garbage show. Pathetic writing and too woke to make any sense. Characters cry in almost every episode and routinely pat themselves on the back after botching a mission. Sickening and disturbing insertion of woke characters who have noGarbage show. Pathetic writing and too woke to make any sense. Characters cry in almost every episode and routinely pat themselves on the back after botching a mission. Sickening and disturbing insertion of woke characters who have no depth other than to push the narrative that the show is diverse. Worst sci-fi show I've ever seen. I used to love Star Trek, now I don't watch it anymore.… 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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RedBaron1971Nov 29, 2020

I love Star Trek and continue to watch the show. But it is becoming a hard job to do so. The writing is really bad - a lot of unlogic parts in the story. E.g. even with no communication possible people find the ship and transport across theI love Star Trek and continue to watch the show. But it is becoming a hard job to do so. The writing is really bad - a lot of unlogic parts in the story. E.g. even with no communication possible people find the ship and transport across the Galaxy. No matter how worse the situation is and how fast the clock is ticking they always find time to cry and reflect about their emotions. So you need to have a lot of paper tissues ready. Vulcans talk feelings, every robot is treated like a human being and even the smallest nanobots cry ... I am waiting for the phaser gun to have tears when shooting.… Expand

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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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DquotaNov 26, 2020

I will let William Shakesman summarize this show for you dear reader. It is a tale told by idiots, full of sound and fury. Signifying nothing.

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KTLeanderNov 18, 2020

Its utterly stupid, childish and not Star Trek. Even Picard is better and THAT is saying something.

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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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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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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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exsupNov 13, 2020

After all the Years of Star Trek we get the opportunity to create a great series with up to date FX effects and realistic locations, but what do we get?? we get a ship full of whinging cry babies, we get a peculiar kind of speech from theAfter all the Years of Star Trek we get the opportunity to create a great series with up to date FX effects and realistic locations, but what do we get?? we get a ship full of whinging cry babies, we get a peculiar kind of speech from the characters a kind of fast speak that is hard to grasp and understand, we get a plot that seems to be made up on the way. In all we get a some kind of political correct script with all characters heading for the safe room when someone hurts there feelings. Star Trek this is not. I have just started watching series three and after a glimmer of light in series two I am afraid I will have to pull the plug as this is just utter trash, badly written and badly produced. Netflix please do us all a favour and end the nightmare now.… 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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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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JadedWingsNov 12, 2020

I disagree with everyone that gives this tv show a bad score, simply because you have to see this from another perspective. If you compare this to Picard, which I just as much enjoyed. Discovery is another crew, another story and venturing inI disagree with everyone that gives this tv show a bad score, simply because you have to see this from another perspective. If you compare this to Picard, which I just as much enjoyed. Discovery is another crew, another story and venturing in the unknown, the crew is more sensitive because humans feel and being far away does that to them.

It is in my opinion very original and innovative, I can not understand why fans of Star Trek be like this, the same as fans of Star wars from the early 2000's were, but looking back they all say it wasn't that bad at all! If you're in for a story, Discovery has you covered but also the excellent vissual effect and new stuff that hasn't been on the show before, consider this, the closer we come to the future the more accurate technology in media is, and Discovery is a good example of this.… 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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Method__ManNov 9, 2020

Be careful of audience scores on anything star trek related. Downvoting and review bombing is commonplace from toxic viewers (who see anything other than TNG or TOS as unacceptable). Here is my take as a lifelong trek fan, and my partner whoBe careful of audience scores on anything star trek related. Downvoting and review bombing is commonplace from toxic viewers (who see anything other than TNG or TOS as unacceptable). Here is my take as a lifelong trek fan, and my partner who is new to the series: Discovery is not only a breath of fresh air, it is also a look to the future and a wonderful homage to the franchise as a whole. The series started on shaky grounds, found its footing in season 2, and has TRULY come into its own in season 3. This season is thus far delivered with a nuance that is rare in any television. The plot, superb. The delivery and pacing, gripping when it needs to be, not not afraid to slow down and take its time. The acting is top notch, while the visual effects the best in the series. Whether you are new to trek, a lifelong fan, or a "trekkie" this season has A LOT to offer. I truly hope that the audience recognizes the value of this series, before it becomes buried and only becomes popular among these people year later. More discovery, PLEASE… Expand

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unimatrix420Nov 8, 2020

This is the DS9, the black sheep, for this era of Star Trek. As someone who's watched every episode from every series of Star Trek, I can honestly say this show will be Star Trek Gold one day. I understand why a lot of people didn't like theThis is the DS9, the black sheep, for this era of Star Trek. As someone who's watched every episode from every series of Star Trek, I can honestly say this show will be Star Trek Gold one day. I understand why a lot of people didn't like the first and second season. But those seasons were necessary to finally show the Human/Klingon War on the big screen for the first time and the actual devastation it caused and at what lengths the Federation was willing to go (developing Discovery as their secret weapon to win the war). Also the first two seasons give us a lot of throwback love from previous series of Trek; Easter Eggs Everywhere! One of the best Star Trek series I've seen in 20 years. Watch until the end of the 3rd season to really understand why this show started the way it did and was written the way it was written. Once season 3 hits everything starts to tie in together and make a lot more sense.… 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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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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zexxxNov 5, 2020

Thoughtless story with senseless and awkward dialog. the best thing about this show were the episodes with captain pike in s02. they didn't make more sense but they felt like Star Trek more than anything in that show. something needs toThoughtless story with senseless and awkward dialog. the best thing about this show were the episodes with captain pike in s02. they didn't make more sense but they felt like Star Trek more than anything in that show. something needs to change with this whole action-comedy-lightspeed silly shows and movies.… 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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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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SebLacOct 22, 2020

Being a huge Star Trek Fan, I thought ENT was the worst Star Trek reboot but I was wrong. Discovery is. Now we are into Season 3 and still, I can not understand why this Michael Burnham has to cry constantly. Wasn't she supposed to be raisedBeing a huge Star Trek Fan, I thought ENT was the worst Star Trek reboot but I was wrong. Discovery is. Now we are into Season 3 and still, I can not understand why this Michael Burnham has to cry constantly. Wasn't she supposed to be raised on Vulcan? Heck, even for a woman she is crying far too much (and overacting) not to mention as a supposed to be bad ass starfleet officer. Bad acting, bad casting and the show should be renamed as ST Space Oprah.… Expand

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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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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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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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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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PickleRick123Oct 19, 2020

I can't get into this show. I tried I really tried but the writing is so bad that it is painful to watch. The story doesn't make any sense and I feels like a generic sci-fi show and NOT star trek. One character spock says a line "I likeI can't get into this show. I tried I really tried but the writing is so bad that it is painful to watch. The story doesn't make any sense and I feels like a generic sci-fi show and NOT star trek. One character spock says a line "I like science". If that is not the definition of bad writing I don't know what it.… Expand

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BlissettlutherOct 19, 2020

STD is embarassing. Confused storytelling, bad action and trite carachterization. Video games plot stories (That's really what plot here feels like ) are much more interesting. Season 3 premiere reached rock bottom, I'm sad to see Star TrekSTD is embarassing. Confused storytelling, bad action and trite carachterization. Video games plot stories (That's really what plot here feels like ) are much more interesting. Season 3 premiere reached rock bottom, I'm sad to see Star Trek end up like this.… 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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ElintariOct 16, 2020

Ignore the negative reviews - this is seriously television at its best. Actors who seem to care about their job, engaging storylines, and finally a comprehensive story instead of one-off episodes. It’s everything a Trekkie would want whoIgnore the negative reviews - this is seriously television at its best. Actors who seem to care about their job, engaging storylines, and finally a comprehensive story instead of one-off episodes. It’s everything a Trekkie would want who isn’t stuck in the 1990s.… Expand

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Dave1688Oct 10, 2020

It is NOT "Star Trek". It is just another dark, depressing television program in which the creators just slapped the "Star Trek" name! The franchise is supposed to be a light-hearted sci-fi thriller, which "Star Trek: Discovery" IS NOT! ItIt is NOT "Star Trek". It is just another dark, depressing television program in which the creators just slapped the "Star Trek" name! The franchise is supposed to be a light-hearted sci-fi thriller, which "Star Trek: Discovery" IS NOT! It gives me nightmares!… Expand

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pickysOct 10, 2020

This is simply not Star Trek. Where is the optimistic view? Where is the shiver of the soul? Star Trek was a bright hope for a better future, for a time when we are all together with all our differences, with all our peculiarities. A timeThis is simply not Star Trek. Where is the optimistic view? Where is the shiver of the soul? Star Trek was a bright hope for a better future, for a time when we are all together with all our differences, with all our peculiarities. A time where money no longer exists and neither human greed. Where is Star Trek? Now, more than ever, we need Star Trek. Don't steal our dreams… Expand

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BishBashBoshSep 28, 2020

Absolute trash.
Pros... Visually it's great. However, special FX for television are becoming more and more brilliant it's not like it stands out from the crowd. Anson Mount as Pike, brilliant. Cons... Everyone and everything else.. That Yum,Absolute trash.
Pros... Visually it's great. However, special FX for television are becoming more and more brilliant it's not like it stands out from the crowd. Anson Mount as Pike, brilliant. Cons... Everyone and everything else.. That Yum, yum line was just.... Dire I've watch both seasons can't stomach another one. Beam me up Scotty.… Expand

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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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coldwarriorSep 11, 2020

A welcome breath of fresh air for a new generation of fans. Diverse and likable characters, spectacular special effects and epic storylines that ties so well with JJ Abrams saga. Definitely one of the great shows on TV today.

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cybermonkeySep 3, 2020

Just awful. Badly written. Has nothing that makes Star Trek good. Alex Kurtzman needs to be beamed into a black hole.

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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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BigfootBillboAug 29, 2020

Completely ignores canon and the spirit of Gene Roddenberry's Star Trek in my opinion.
It turns out that in addition to this show being terrible SJW woke mess that they're currently also being sued for stealing material from a video game.

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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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g014nAug 11, 2020

As a generic sci-fi series, it's pretty good. But it's not Star Trek... It has good production quality and some pretty neat ideas for sci-fi that weren't adequately explored in books or other shows (ideas which unfortunately, don't fit intoAs a generic sci-fi series, it's pretty good. But it's not Star Trek... It has good production quality and some pretty neat ideas for sci-fi that weren't adequately explored in books or other shows (ideas which unfortunately, don't fit into the lore of Star Trek imo). I just couldn't get myself to like it until I starting watching without preconceptions. But I was looking forward to a new trekkie series.… 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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dermacMay 31, 2019

Except for the name this has nothing to do with star trek. The agenda pushing ruins what's left of the show.

If you are looking for something that actually feels like star trek I recommend watching the Orville. /edit: the show managesExcept for the name this has nothing to do with star trek. The agenda pushing ruins what's left of the show.

If you are looking for something that actually feels like star trek I recommend watching the Orville.

/edit: the show manages somehow to become even worse.… Expand

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DuckyDale1May 29, 2020

A slick (and ORIGINAL) chapter of the Star Trek franchise. It makes all previous versions look pale (aesthetically) in comparison. Starts out a little slow with a wrong turn with ill-conceived klingons who sound like they are wearing cheapA slick (and ORIGINAL) chapter of the Star Trek franchise. It makes all previous versions look pale (aesthetically) in comparison. Starts out a little slow with a wrong turn with ill-conceived klingons who sound like they are wearing cheap plastic Halloween vampire fangs. Once you get past that, the stories really take off until the breathtaking, cinematic, twist of a cliffhanger at the end of season 2. Of course there will be die hard Star Trek fans who won't accept the series just because it is so different from previous spin-offs. However, it is a strong series worthy of embracing.… Expand

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Davtom88May 9, 2020

Another season of awful writing and mostly mediocre acting. It's hard to tell with shows like this if the acting is bad or is it bad writing combined with bad directing. I think its a little of both, or maybe a lot of both. The writing forAnother season of awful writing and mostly mediocre acting. It's hard to tell with shows like this if the acting is bad or is it bad writing combined with bad directing. I think its a little of both, or maybe a lot of both. The writing for sure is true garbage. Unconnected drivel, plot lines started and dropped, unjustified character choices and arcs, UGH, just terrible. The whole finale was weird pseudo science speak with the character just saying sifi garbage dialog to try to make some kind of sense of a terrible plot line and some how try to justify what moronic story the writers hobbled together. Awful, awful, garbage. Not Star Trek , barely SiFi definitely terrible writing. I'M DONE.… Expand

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dougal83May 1, 2020

It looks nice but I watched for Star Trek and subsequently stopped watching. Managed to watch 6 eps but it's utter crap. Not sure about the basis of the "warp" tech either... utter fantasy whereas actual Star Trek universe borrowed fromIt looks nice but I watched for Star Trek and subsequently stopped watching. Managed to watch 6 eps but it's utter crap. Not sure about the basis of the "warp" tech either... utter fantasy whereas actual Star Trek universe borrowed from real world theory (ie force fields etc). It's just crap... I opted to watch Farscape instead, fantasy done right.… Expand

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WarriorStoicApr 23, 2020

The Show has some flaws but all in all this was good Trek. Despite minor shortcomings I had a great time watching and I look forward to season 3. Anson Mont as Pike was great and at the end of the day Discovery has all the action,The Show has some flaws but all in all this was good Trek. Despite minor shortcomings I had a great time watching and I look forward to season 3. Anson Mont as Pike was great and at the end of the day Discovery has all the action, philosophical undertones and awesome visuals that makes good science-fiction. Like every Trek Series the show took some time to find its stride. To you detractors I would say this: Star Trek is always like a SCI-FI Rorschach Test. It reflects your thoughts and gets you to dream and think. Some can only see a blob of ink, while others can see much, much more.… Expand

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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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Hawk321Apr 10, 2020

This TV show is not Star Trek...only a dull sci-fi series with a Star Trek log...nothing more.

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LongWindFPVApr 8, 2020

It's about time Star Trek broke past the G rating and into the R world. And, I'm real glad to see much less of the typical and cheesy male macho'ism bravado in the show that made the whole Star Trek franchise so tiring and boring likeIt's about time Star Trek broke past the G rating and into the R world. And, I'm real glad to see much less of the typical and cheesy male macho'ism bravado in the show that made the whole Star Trek franchise so tiring and boring like screeching nails down a chalkboard. BattleStar Galactica was always a fresh breath of air! I grew up watching Star Trek since the Kirk days and after all the renditions to come out of the franchise, it made me realize how some women who divorce their husbands before the golden anniversaries get to talking about their Ex's as if their ex-husbands were top graduates of Valhalla Super Balls academy who dared invade Venus with bravado on steroids and bum rushed and laughed at by the Amazons, and all they wind up actually doing is break out in non-stop laughter while SMH'ing to themselves as if to say, wow, I can't believe I was married to THAT for all those years! What was I thinking! Discovery's first episode got a wow out of me because it looked GROWN UP and even rivals if not surpasses Star Wars latest. Like, wow, really? Not one F bomb cuss word with so many villains and really desperate situations? I even winced when Star Wars showed the older Luke when he was finally found on that island. Thought to myself, gosh, even his old age looks corny and cheesy as hell. Picard, now that guy's macho was so over the top, it was like, what's wrong with this country and their idea of "strength"? Real commanders in the military don't even act or talk like that in real life. Throwing an arm out to point at the screen and say something like, "Make it so" *gags* SO CHEESY AND CORNY. How did Picard even get a solo and not Janeway? However, I did like the older Picard, all the macho'ism subdued by old age, getting panned and rejected left and right. I actually felt sorry for him but admired how his character showed some honesty when he tried to navigate that ship for the first time. Wow, humility! Finally! Geezus. Quit trying to make Starship commanders act like they came out of BIONIC TESTICLE ACADEMY for once. Good lord. That's why I enjoyed BattleStar Galactica. You had a drunk Irish number 1, and a CO whose face reflected honesty about having got their rears handed to them by the Zylons. Like, after a decimation and calamity of that size, who the devil is gona come bursting onto the Bridge like Kirk or Picard? Even the female Star Buck ace pilot was drawn up just right. Why does my review flip-flop between these different franchises? BECAUSE! I'm not female or gay, but watching and catching up with all the different Star Trek episodes I missed from Picard and Janeway, I'd sometimes can feel the female loathing welling up from some kind of inner female as if I was married to these guys, ready to drown myself in hard liquor, scream into a pillow, and slit my throat from all the borrrrring super testicle macho from the main actors. Don't even get me started with Riker! Oh lordy lordy lordy. His macho accompanying Picard's, oh my gawt, it's like having used jockstrap slapping your face left and right. And the way Riker walked and his facial expressions on the bridge, it was if he had the sacred scrolls of ancient macho stuffed up his rear. If I was a woman, I'd be like, where's the knife, I'm ready to slit my throat. Thank you for the new Discovery. NOW, we have a bridge that looks as diverse as people in real life and not like what we have in the television version of US Government where they all look like "the founding fathers". Feigns shaking the knees. Like, they might as well wear the British colony funny white wigs from back then. Thank you for the new Discovery. I like it. The ships, the special effects, the characters, this is all grown up, progress. A step in the right direction. There's just only one complaint, a very minor one that I have about the script writing. Can you guys just once in a while CAN all the details about an anomaly? I"m like, jesus christ man, with all the information in the data banks from all the episodes from all the series, you can spare the audience the scientific details. Especially when there's just mere minutes to save another character. Why I like Discovery. I think one or two Commanders in one of the episodes alluded to it like, stfu already, I know what it is, just get the solution and the results dammit. And please, just please, do not ever do what Star Wars does and did, that when sh_t hits the fan, if I ever see anyone arguing the way Harrison Ford and Chewy and Leia and her brother did while getting shot at by all manner of lasers, that corny cheesy dialog is going to make me puke and hunt for Battlestar Galactica episodes and/or watch another rerun of Apocalypse Now just to watch a real and convincing firefight. NOBODY, and I mean NOBODY, in any real war time firefight argues about piddly stuff. They just shoot and blow up stuff!… Expand

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mrherbertApr 2, 2020

Stick with it through some quicksand in the middle of Season 1. This show is freaking genius. Top to bottom. In and out. Better and better. Best thing on TV. Binge, baby, binge!!!

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Shad2KMar 29, 2020

A complete wasted opportunity. Alex Kurtzman and his writing team wanted to make something new and edgy. Something that beared no resemblance to any Trek before it. Well they succeeded, the problem is it has nothing to do with Star Trek. TheA complete wasted opportunity. Alex Kurtzman and his writing team wanted to make something new and edgy. Something that beared no resemblance to any Trek before it. Well they succeeded, the problem is it has nothing to do with Star Trek. The formula of an ensemble cast seeking out new life and bolding going where no one has gone before is replaced by a dark dystopia where the entire universe revolves around one awful character. Kurtzman--the guy who directed the Mummy reboot and wrote the second Amazing Spiderman film is clueless to what made Star Trek great--Gene Roddenberry's vision.… Expand

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rosnk30Mar 23, 2020

Well, I hasnt watch any stuff about Star Trek trhough my 35 years! In fact, I ever tought that Star Trek was too much for "NERDS" and Star Wars was less "NERD" for me (lol). So, I decided watch discovery and blow my mind! I were watch nothingWell, I hasnt watch any stuff about Star Trek trhough my 35 years! In fact, I ever tought that Star Trek was too much for "NERDS" and Star Wars was less "NERD" for me (lol). So, I decided watch discovery and blow my mind! I were watch nothing about Star Trek lore and hasnt to compare.

In fact, for me ST: Discovery was a great netflix series with great storytelling plus great sci-fi effects!… 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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