Star Trek: All 8 captains ranked from worst to best

8. Captain Edward Jellico (Starship Enterprise-D)

Appeared in: Star Trek: The Next Generation

Captain Jellico is an intriguing and temporary captain of the Enterprise-D. Every Star Trek fan appreciates a captain with a unique flair, and Jellico certainly brought that during his appearance in the Next Generation episode “Chain of Command.” Now he’s a divisive character among fans, but he’s a more-than-competent captain. Right from the get-go, he shook things up aboard the Enterprise with his no-nonsense approach and sharp efficiency. There’s no doubt that when it came to getting things done, Captain Jellico was your go-to guy.

However, here’s the twist: While our Captain was very efficient, he might’ve missed a couple of classes at Starfleet Academy on team bonding. His, let’s say, “straight-to-the-point” style lacked the finesse and interpersonal touch that makes a Starfleet captain truly exceptional. It’s those heart-to-heart moments, the camaraderie, and the mutual respect between captain and crew that have made other captains stand out a bit more, not to mention we’ve seen much more of them.

So, while we salute Jellico for running a tight ship, it’s these softer qualities that nudged him to the eighth spot on our list. But hey, every character brings their unique charm, and Jellico was no exception.