Star Trek: The Next Generation

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

9.4	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 98 Ratings

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tempsMar 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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Kai82Jun 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 intoOne 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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oseggeneFeb 12, 2020

STTNG is the best "Star Trek" television offering: very good to occasionally excellent acting; thought-provoking stories; uplifting vision of the future that is true to Gene Roddenberry's vision.

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Jeebus117Jan 25, 2021

The absolute best series at using sci-fi elements to speak about modern problems. Took a season or two to really find its voice, but Patrick Stewart was amazing. Chain of Command, Drumhead, Darmok, The Inner Light...so many great episodes.