Star Trek Discovery

“The result is a bottle show that nonetheless still manages to feel big and expensive while also getting back to the Burnham/Tyler storyline that had been on hold while the Mirror Universe saga was wrapping up.”

“This week's Discovery is one of the best yet, taking some major plot steps forward and featuring some great acting.”

The episode delivers strong emotional payoff and character development, particularly for Captain Pike, while effectively integrating classic Star Trek lore. Minor pacing issues and reliance on time-crystal plot devices slightly detract from an otherwise solid and rewarding entry.

“Star Trek: Discovery got crazy this week as the Mirror Universe saga went into overdrive.”

The episode successfully shifts toward a classic Star Trek tone, delivering strong character work and a balance of humor and philosophy. While some plot threads feel rushed and the planet's backstory remains underexplored, it remains a solid and worthwhile watch.

“The Star Trek: Discovery Season 2 finale crams a lot into its running time, and it’s as sloppy as much of the overall season has been, raising as many questions as it answers in its attempts to sync with canon.”

“Star Trek: Discovery reveals another major plot point while the first season warps hot and fast towards its finale.”

“The Klingons return -- with some Klingon secrets! -- in another strong episode of Star Trek: Discovery Season 2.”

“The Enterprise returns just as the crew of the Discovery prepare for the final battle with Control.”

The episode revitalizes the series with strong performances and emotional depth, particularly through Michael Burnham's backstory. While the plot can feel dense, the balance of action and character development makes it a solid installment.

“After a couple of off weeks, Star Trek: Discovery returns with a compelling episode that fills in a lot of blanks regarding Saru’s background, while also pushing his people into a new era.”

“Star Trek: Discovery Season 2 has a new captain, a new mystery, and a lot of fun in its season premiere.”

“Disco Season 1 ends on a mixed note even while wowing us with its setup for next year.”

“Discovery returns to Earth for an adventure that could’ve been plucked right out of The Original Series or Next Gen.”

“Despite Yourself suffers some from certain dramatic reveals which, for most observant viewers, play as anticlimactic.”

“Burnham finally finds what she’s looking for while Pike and Tyler get lost in an uneven episode of Disco.”

The episode delivers strong visuals and nostalgic Easter eggs that delight long-time fans, with a solid balance of action and character development. Despite some pacing issues and a less welcoming Starfleet setting, it remains an enjoyable entry that reaffirms the show's core themes.

“In a heartfelt episode, the crew struggles to accept their new lives while Adira searches for answers about an old one.”

“Discovery ties up a couple of loose story threads in a trippy episode.”

“while it all starts off with a bang, the segment unfortunately soon peters out to become a talky, somewhat unsatisfying installment.”

“It’s an off week for Discovery as exposition becomes the name of the game.”

“"Terra Firma, Part 1" manages to take Discovery’s focus off of Michael Burnham for a change, and it’s a welcome return to a more classic style of Trek storytelling that focuses in on secondary cast members.”

The episode delivers strong performances and nostalgic callbacks that satisfy long-time fans, but Georgiou's redemption arc feels rushed and under-developed. It serves as a solid conclusion without pushing the series forward.

The episode delivers solid character moments and impressive visual effects, especially with the newly refitted Discovery. However, its plot remains a familiar prison-break story that feels somewhat generic.

“Season 3 of Discovery is, perhaps, where Season 1 of Discovery should’ve begun.”