7 Ups & 1 Down From Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3.1 — Hegemony, Part II

7. UP — Great Scott!

As Pelia pointed out, pressure befits the character of Montgomery Scott. Taking on a part made so iconic by James Doohan is equally a heavy burden. Only two others have tried before Hegemony, including Matthew Wolf (voice only) in A Quality of Mercy. If pressure there was for the latest actor in the role, and first Scot (from Paisely), Martin Quinn, then it most certainly didn't show on screen.

Quinn's performance as the young Scotty feels effortless. Watching, it is easy to forget that Hegemony, Part II is only the actor's second episode in the role. Quinn has the double responsibility of playing the part and of introducing the audience to a younger version of the character — a less experienced Scotty, lacking in self-confidence.

We are in safe hands, as is the Enterprise. Quinn's talent is undeniable. He brings all of the madcap energy and comedy timing required, switching between emotions at the drop of a hyperspanner — at one point from sheer panic to frustration to sorrow. Quinn plays off the multi-award winning, Oscar-nominated Carol Kane as Pelia with equal ease. He is one to watch. They are a duo to follow.