Star Trek: EVERY Season Ranked Worst To Best

Enterprise's second year was a different kettle of fish. It almost immediately displayed a development of the characters and stories that had been a bit of a struggle in the first year. By the time that Xindi probe appeared in the final episode however, Enterprise had proved that it was here to do business.

Time has helped this season. On initial release, it received lukewarm responses, though it was acknowledged that the show picked up roughly around the midway point. However, when looking back now, it's clear that Shockwave, Part II and Carbon Creek are both very strong episodes, both coming in at the beginning of the season.

The introduction of the Romulans was handled well, keeping their faces off screen so as to keep in continuity with the rest of the franchise. Even the Borg, most definitely not introduced to the Federation until Q, Who? were worked in well. On first hearing of their inclusion, there was concern over what could be seen as a ratings grab. Instead, Regeneration is one of the most tense, scary Borg episodes out there.

The reliance on stand alone episodes hurt the season overall, as it had with the first season. However, the promise delivered by The Expanse ensured that viewers came back for the third season. The stand alone format was somewhat abandoned going forward, which only served to help Enterprise's overall quality.