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Star Trek: The Next Generation

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Star Trek: The Next Generation

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Syndicated | CBS | Other | SYN | Release Date: September 28, 1987

Starring: Michael Dorn, LeVar Burton, Brent Spiner, Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Marina Sirtis, Gates McFadden

Summary: "Space... The final frontier... These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. Its continuing mission: To explore strange new worlds... To seek out new life; new civilisations... To boldly go where no one has gone before!"

Monologue of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the opening credits Star Trek: The Next Generation is a science"Space... The final frontier... These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. Its continuing mission: To explore strange new worlds... To seek out new life; new civilisations... To boldly go where no one has gone before!"

Monologue of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the opening credits

Star Trek: The Next Generation is a science fiction show with some action and drama, that presents the watcher with a series of adventures from the crew of the USS Enterprise. The Enterprise is an explorer spaceship composed of a mix of different characters, from various races and cultures, whose crew is on a quest to discover the galaxy secrets and specially their inner secrets.… Expand

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction

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San Diego Union-Tribune

Robert P. Laurence

Jun 25, 2013

Season 1 Review: It has captured much of the original magic. Right off the launching pad, Roddenberry has sent his crew into a dandy, suspenseful story with an original and satisfying ending and even some romance. [29 Sep 1987]

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Miami Herald

Steve Sonsky

Jun 25, 2013

Season 1 Review: Re-visiting Star Trek on television holds the same nostalgic, socko appeal that the boffo-box-office movies do. I didn't miss Kirk, Spock and friends. [28 Sep 1987]

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Newsday

Marvin Kitman

Jul 12, 2013

Season 1 Review: I like the old "Star Trek" better than the new. I also think the new show is somewhat boring and derivative. ... The new "Star Trek" tries to make the characters "realistic," and they turn out to be unbreakably plastic. [3 Jun 1988]

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Washington Post

Tom Shales

Jun 25, 2013

Season 1 Review: The crew of the new Starship Enterprise doesn't seem as intriguingly colorful as the original bunch. ... "Star Trek" aims to fill the eye and engage the mind; it has a long way to boldly go at both. But the new beginning is not without its rejuvenating properties, and there's nothing else on the air quite like it. [3 Oct 1987]

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Los Angeles Times

Howard Rosenberg

Jun 25, 2013

Season 1 Review: The new cast is fine (Stewart is a very interesting actor) and the story, although not very deep, inspired or mind-melding, has a nice payoff. But getting there takes much too long. ... Although handsome, this is a slow, thudding two hours badly in need of energizing. Read full review

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The New York Times

John J. O'Connor

Jun 25, 2013

Season 1 Review: On this initial voyage, the Enterprise and its new crew simply fail to take flight. [5 Oct 1987]

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The Globe and Mail (Toronto)

John Haslett Cuff

Jun 25, 2013

Season 1 Review: The ... special effects are impressive enough and the cast is likeable, so maybe it will catch on with new and old fans. But for character development and true excitement, Bowling for Dollars is more interesting. [1 Oct 1987]

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Dunarote

May 14, 2019

Deep entertaining and ahead of it's time it offers fun, thrills and profound characters

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Kai82

Jun 14, 2020

One of the most influential science fiction series of all times. It enriched the lore, gave us remarkable characters and good story arcs. For the lore: It added Q, the Borg, the Ferengi, the Cardassians, the Maquis, gave us insight into Klingon's and showed the dark sides of the Federation.One of the most influential science fiction series of all times. It enriched the lore, gave us remarkable characters and good story arcs. For the lore: It added Q, the Borg, the Ferengi, the Cardassians, the Maquis, gave us insight into Klingon's and showed the dark sides of the Federation. For me it is remarkable that they always tried to show both sides of issues and did not shy away from moral dilemmas. Also they question the motives and solution of the Federation and society. While it is a remarkable progress it is not an ideal solution. The Federation is often arrogant, ignorant, trapped in their dogmas or ways of thinking and hesitates in situation were actions are recommended. Being the good guys/girls does not mean you will do everything correct or have solutions for all problems. Then there are the characters. They entered pop culture history and even if you never watched the show you have heard of them. Jean Luc Picard is the ideal diplomat with lots of knowledge and experience, William T. Riker is his right hand with significant backstories and character, Worf becomes slowly one of the best characters and in DS9 he reached his peak (He is often wasted to show how strong the enemy of the week is in TNG), Data alone enriched the story and has so much development and interesting arcs, Beverly Crusher is a fitting head of medical staff, Deanna Troi is maybe a bit overused as plot device but also an enjoyable character, Geordi is interesting and a good new Scotty and finally I am in the minority that enjoys Wesley Crusher but admit I also see why he is not liked by many. For the side characters: Q is one of the best additions to Star Trek ever, Miles O’Brian is sadly wasted and shines in DS9, Guinan is second only to Q, Lwaxana Troi is a well developed and played character and Reginald Barclay and Ro Laren are favorites. The character interactions, developments and relationships become a reason you return for a new season. For the lore they added many staples that were reused and continued. Alone the Borg transcended Star Trek and are wildly known. It is more than I can or will list here. A short list is already mentioned above. Story wise they handled matured themes, interesting stories and gave you things to think about or question your opinions on certain stances. The Borg, Q and final episodes are my must see recommendations. Especially the final two parter has one of the best ideas and conclusions in history for a TV series. There are of cause bad things. The first two season are commonly regarded as inferior even or especially for fans. It took a while to get started and develop the characters. This means not that it is garbage just a bit worse. Also some staples and themes were not developed enough early on enough or changed to fit. The Ferengi for example were thought out as new evil menace and latter changed into the extreme capitalist society. There are only a few overarching story arcs or should I say themes (Not a problem for me but for others). Overall a really good revitalization for Star Trek that spawned many spin offs or follow up series. I watched it for the stories, themes, characters and liked the humor.… Expand

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Midgetelf0585

Feb 26, 2020

Went back to watch these old gems, after seeing Patrick Stewart try to destroy all his legacy. These are about a hopeful future for humanity and the universe. It gives us something to aspire toward, both individually and as a society, while still captivating the audience with great writingWent back to watch these old gems, after seeing Patrick Stewart try to destroy all his legacy. These are about a hopeful future for humanity and the universe. It gives us something to aspire toward, both individually and as a society, while still captivating the audience with great writing and character development.… Expand

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tofupandacosmic

Aug 16, 2023

One of the most important pieces of art in human history. Star Trek: The Next Generation is phenomenal.

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temps

Mar 31, 2020

Not sure what is wrong with the TV critics. This is one of the finest and most famous TV shows ever made. There's a reason everyone has heard of Star Trek... and this is why.

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kyle20ellis

Mar 19, 2022

The original 'Star Trek' series had its flaws but was a ground-breaking and ahead of its time show with many things that made it hugely impressive. Expectations were high for 'The New Generation', with big shoes to fill but also worries as to how it would fare in correlation with theThe original 'Star Trek' series had its flaws but was a ground-breaking and ahead of its time show with many things that made it hugely impressive. Expectations were high for 'The New Generation', with big shoes to fill but also worries as to how it would fare in correlation with the original show.

Good news is that 'The Next Generation' is a very worthy follow up, that will please fans of the original series and also stand very well on its own two feet. There are improvements here as well as a couple of weaknesses. It is agreed that Season 1 is iffy and sees the show struggling to settle, it was Season 3 when the show properly hit its stride. Even for a character meant to be annoying, Wil Wheaton is very annoying.

Production values however are a major improvement in 'The Next Generation' over the original series. The sets give more of a sense of awe and the special effects are slicker and more expansive. It is stylishly and beautifully shot too. The music has a lot of energy and atmosphere.

Writing is every bit as great as that of the original show. It is entertaining, intelligent, thought-provoking and rich in humanity. The stories, when the show hit its stride, are every bit as high in imagination and just as suspenseful, intriguing and fun. Not quite as ground-breaking as the original series but just as influential and with many of that show's strong points, and actually with a lesser amount of contrived and lacking-in-logic episodes.

Character interaction and development, in what is essentially a character-driven show, is one of 'The Next Generation's' best points and where the show particularly excels. Worf and Riker's relationship is particularly interesting, and Picard is just as memorable as Spock. Which is not an easy feat considering Spock's iconic status in the 'Star Trek' universe.

Acting is every bit as fine, with the role of Picard containing some of the best acting Patrick Stewart has ever given and he has always been a highly dependable actor. Likewise with Brent Spiner, and Jonathan Frakes proves to be just as good an actor as he is a director. Michael Dorn is also strong. Only Wheaton is lacking here, but there is no acting here that reaches overacting depths like William Shatner in the original series.

In summary, well worth exploring and just as good as the original series. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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CoreGamer1408

Jul 10, 2023

This Starfleet sets the age of the lap of luxury. A galaxy class starship full of famlies travelling in comfort. Considering the danger of the known and the unknown? That made as much sense as sending a cruise liner with guns to hostile and dangerious waters. Though as a plot device withThis Starfleet sets the age of the lap of luxury. A galaxy class starship full of famlies travelling in comfort. Considering the danger of the known and the unknown? That made as much sense as sending a cruise liner with guns to hostile and dangerious waters. Though as a plot device with famlies onboard it should of allowed for many more possible interactions beyond the regular command crew. The thing is they never really did anything with the family option beyond Wes character.

As for the crew well the Captain, First Officier and the Doctor are the least interesting/likeable characters this time around. The support staff like Worf, Jordie, Data added that much needed TOS comradery factor, but they are no Kirk, Spock and Mc'coy. Seriously the most interesting character was the non-emotional android lol.

World building wise TNG tends to wraps up things a bit to neatly and takes much of the magic and tension out of confronting the unknown. Also the techno babble is no replacement for good writing/story. Yeah TNG is fairly watchable, but not a all time classic say like DS9.

After a recent watch of the remastered edition of TOS in 2022 that show really highlights the flaws of TNG even more. Did nobody from TNG area read the TOS crew logs? Space is full of overpowering aliens/tech, lethal diseases, deadly spacial anomalies and KYS prime directive restrictions. In TNG the wife or hubby & kids now come for the ride!? Seriously how was that even a sensible idea? Watching TOS in current day has diminished TNG as a bit silly in concept with a lot more lazy writing problems. I would still take TNG over New Trek any day of the week though.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 7

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- Season 7 Overview
  Air Date: September 20, 1993
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  S7:E26. All Good Things... (2)
  Air Date: May 23, 1994
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  S7:E25. All Good Things... (1)
  Air Date: May 23, 1994
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  S7:E24. Pre-emptive Strike
  Air Date: May 16, 1994
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  S7:E23. Emergence
  Air Date: May 9, 1994
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  S7:E22. Bloodlines
  Air Date: May 2, 1994
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  S7:E21. Firstborn
  Air Date: April 25, 1994
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  S7:E20. Journey's End
  Air Date: March 28, 1994
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  S7:E19. Genesis
  Air Date: March 21, 1994
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  S7:E18. Eye of the Beholder
  Air Date: February 28, 1994
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  S7:E17. Masks
  Air Date: February 21, 1994
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  S7:E16. Thine Own Self
  Air Date: February 14, 1994
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  S7:E15. Lower Decks
  Air Date: February 7, 1994
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  S7:E14. Sub Rosa
  Air Date: January 31, 1994
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  S7:E13. Homeward
  Air Date: January 17, 1994
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  S7:E12. The Pegasus
  Air Date: January 10, 1994
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  S7:E11. Parallels
  Air Date: November 29, 1993
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  S7:E10. Inheritance
  Air Date: November 22, 1993
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  S7:E9. Force Of Nature
  Air Date: November 15, 1993
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  S7:E8. Attached
  Air Date: November 8, 1993
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  S7:E7. Dark Page
  Air Date: November 1, 1993
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  S7:E6. Phantasms
  Air Date: October 25, 1993
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  S7:E5. Gambit (2)
  Air Date: October 18, 1993
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  S7:E4. Gambit (1)
  Air Date: October 11, 1993
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  S7:E3. Interface
  Air Date: October 4, 1993
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  S7:E2. Liaisons
  Air Date: September 27, 1993
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  S7:E1. Descent (2)
  Air Date: September 20, 1993
Season 6

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- Season 6 Overview
  Air Date: September 21, 1992
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: September 23, 1991
Season 4

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- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: September 24, 1990
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: September 25, 1989
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: November 21, 1988
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: September 28, 1987