10 Star Trek Episodes That Are Perfect For A Good Cry

The death of Jadzia Dax remains to this day one of the most shocking and upsetting moments in Star Trek. For a main character to be killed in so simple a manner is bad enough, but with the episode already teasing that Dax and Worf were about to start a family, this one really affects the audience.

Though Jadzia does get a chance to say goodbye to Worf, it is all so shockingly quick, and violent. This was a move that affects even the most casual fan of the series - Terry Farrell's performance is so likeable throughout Deep Space Nine, and her relationship with Worf and Sisko just works so well.

Though Star Trek had certainly employed shocking character deaths before, the writing and delivery here cut through any resolve not to burst into floods of tears each time. Jadzia's final words to Worf, only to be followed by his roar of anguish, warning the Klingon dead that a warrior is on their way, is both steeped in Trek lore, and works as a stand-alone moment.

It's emotional just thinking about this episode.