Star Trek: EVERY Season Ranked Worst To Best

Star Trek Picard has polarized the fans. Many are delighted that Patrick Stewart has returned to the role, with Brent Spiner, Jonathan Frakes and Marina Sirtis appearing as well. However, there has been much discussion over the darker tone that the show has taken.

The show balances Discovery's break-neck pace with the slower pace of the Next Generation. The cinematography is stunning, with particular highlights being the shot of the Enterprise D in Remembrance and the Borg Cube in Et In Arcadia Ego, Part One.

Seven of Nine joins the cast in a welcome return of Seven of Nine, with Jonathan Del Arco reprising the role of Hugh. The show's new stars also shine, with Michelle Hurd standing out in particular for her portrayal of the damaged but dependable Raffi.

Picard is not the eighth season of the Next Generation, nor was it intended to be. This was always pitched as the experiences of a 94-year old man, disillusioned with what he has seen his universe become, thrust into a challenging situation. This has led to darker stories, more adult themes and, inevitably, strong criticism from fans.

Picard has been green lit for a second season, with a soft confirmation for a third. The current plan is to film both seasons back to back to keep the costs down, with Patrick Stewart stating he wants all of the Next Generation stars to appear before the series conclusion.

While this latest incarnation of Trek may not be exactly what was expected, it is a fresh and new take on well-trodden lore, keeping the franchise alive.