Ep 10. The Savage Curtain

Star Trek: The Original Series (Remastered) is a classic science fiction television show that follows the adventures of the crew of the starship Enterprise as they explore the galaxy. This Best of season 2 episode, titled "The Savage Curtain," takes the crew to a planet inhabited by legendary figures from history and mythology.

The crew receives a distress signal from a planet that is supposed to be uninhabited, so they investigate and discover that the planet's surface is covered in a dense fog. Kirk, Spock, and McCoy beam down to investigate and are suddenly confronted by four famous historical figures: Abraham Lincoln, Surak (the founder of Vulcan logic), Kahless (the first Klingon emperor), and Colonel Phillip Green (a 21st century war criminal). However, they quickly realize that these "characters" are not actually the historical figures they claim to be, but are instead duplicates created by an unknown force.

The duplicates explain that they are participating in an experiment to determine the ultimate form of good and evil. They challenge Kirk to gather a team of people who embody "good" and they will gather a team of those who embody "evil" to fight to the death. The crew of the Enterprise, along with the historical duplicates, are transported to an arena where they are introduced to their respective teams.

Kirk, Spock, and McCoy are joined on their team by Vulcan ambassador Surak, while the opposing team includes Kahless and Colonel Green. The battle begins, but it quickly becomes apparent that this is not a fair fight. The evil team has the advantage with their brute strength and weapons, while the good team struggles to hold their own.

As the battle rages on, the duplicates begin to learn about the true nature of good and evil from Kirk and his team. They learn that good and evil are not simple binary concepts, but rather complex and often interwoven. The duplicates begin to question their own identities and the purpose of the experiment.

The episode ultimately delves into the moral complexities of good and evil, and raises questions about the nature of humanity itself. It is a thought-provoking and engaging installment in the Star Trek franchise, and one that is sure to leave viewers pondering the deeper meaning of the show long after it's over.

Overall, "The Savage Curtain" is an excellent episode of Star Trek: The Original Series (Remastered), and a shining example of what makes the series so enduring and beloved by fans. With its exploration of deep themes and complex characters, this episode is sure to captivate audiences of all ages and backgrounds.