Ep 9. Space Seed
- February 16, 1967
In Star Trek: The Original Series (Remastered), Best of season 1 episode 9, titled "Space Seed," the crew of the USS Enterprise comes across a group of genetically-enhanced humans from the 20th century who have been in suspended animation for centuries. The leader of the group, Khan Noonien Singh (played by Ricardo Montalban), is a charismatic and ruthless figure who quickly gains control of the ship with his superior intelligence and physical power.
As the episode unfolds, Captain Kirk and his crew must deal with Khan's attempts to take over the Enterprise and their attempts to stop him. Along the way, they are forced to confront the ethical issues surrounding genetic engineering and the potential dangers of creating superhumans.
"Space Seed" is widely regarded as one of the best episodes of the original series, thanks in large part to Montalban's mesmerizing performance as Khan. The episode also explores some of the themes that would become central to the Star Trek franchise, such as humanity's continual struggle to overcome its own flaws and limitations.
The remastered version of the episode features updated special effects and sound, making it an even more immersive experience for modern viewers. Fans of science fiction and Star Trek in particular will find much to enjoy in this classic episode.