Star Trek: The Next Generation - Encounter at Farpoint (1987) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

1987 · 92 mins · English

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Directed by

Corey Allen

Starring

Patrick Stewart, LeVar Burton, Jonathan Frakes, Wil Wheaton, Colm Meaney, John de Lancie

During the Enterprise‑D’s inaugural voyage, the crew is confronted by the enigmatic, omnipotent being Q, who puts humanity on trial. He forces them to unravel the mystery of Farpoint Station, a seemingly advanced and peaceful outpost, challenging the crew to prove the worth and progress of a civilized species.