Understanding Star Trek's Eugenics Wars
Let's explore four pivotal episodes related to Star Trek's Eugenics Wars...
The latest episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, “Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow,” touched on a crucial part of Star Trek’s in-universe history: the Eugenics Wars.
Presented in chronological release order, here are four pivotal episodes that will help you understand the devastating conflict.
1. “Space Seed” (1967)
Here’s where it all started. The U.S.S. Enterprise’s recovery of the S.S. Botany Bay introduced fans to the Eugenics Wars and set the stage for Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982).
2. “Doctor Bashir, I Presume” (1997)
Featuring a brilliant performance by Alexander Siddig and guest appearances from Brian George and Robert Picardo, this Star Trek: Deep Space Nine entry unveils Doctor Bashir’s family secret.
3. “Borderland,” “Cold Station 12,” “The Augments” (2004)
Did I say four episodes? Well, I’ll bend the rules a bit and include this fantastic Star Trek: Enterprise trilogy as a single entry. The prequel series tackled the work of Doctor Arik Soong, played by Brent Spiner.
4. “Ad Astra per Aspera” (2023)
Released just last month, the episode detailing Commander Una Chin-Riley’s Illyrian childhood has already become one of Star Trek’s best courtroom stories.