7 most disliked Star Trek series, ranked

There are 11 different series in the Star Trek franchise. They also have their own flavor and style, but a few of them kind of miss the mark.
Michelle Hurd as Raffi Musiker and Jonathan Frakes as Will Riker in "The Bounty" Episode 306, Star Trek: Picard on Paramount+. Photo Credit: Trae Patton/Paramount+. ©2021 Viacom, International Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Michelle Hurd as Raffi Musiker and Jonathan Frakes as Will Riker in "The Bounty" Episode 306, Star Trek: Picard on Paramount+. Photo Credit: Trae Patton/Paramount+. ©2021 Viacom, International Inc. All Rights Reserved. /
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The Star Trek universe is like the most exotic buffet in the galaxy, offering a smorgasbord of interstellar adventures that cater to a wide array of tastes.

From the original series that kicked off in the 1960s serving up a pioneering mix of social commentary and space exploration, to the latest offerings that dive deep into character psyches and complex narratives, there's a flavor for everyone. But here's the kicker – not every dish on this Trekful menu is going to tickle your taste buds. Just like at any buffet where the Vulcan Vindaloo might be too spicy for some or the Andorian ice cream too cold for others, each Star Trek series has its own unique recipe, and sometimes, the ingredients don't mix well for everyone's palate.

Take, for instance, the adventurous Star Trek: Voyager, which promised an uncharted journey home that was supposed to be as exciting and intriguing as finding a wormhole in your backyard. While it did deliver some memorable episodes and introduce us to the formidable Seven of Nine, it also had moments where it felt like we were just circling the Delta Quadrant, waiting for something to happen. Then there's Star Trek: Enterprise, which was like the prequel no one knew they needed - or did they? It aimed to tell the backstory of Starfleet but ended up feeling more like that awkward family reunion where you learn too much about your ancestors and not enough about where you're heading.

And yet, despite these moments where the franchise might have felt like it was navigating through a nebula without sensors, the beauty of Star Trek lies in its ambitious spirit and the diversity of stories it attempts to tell.

Let's take a look at seven Star Trek series that got more raised eyebrows and frowns than smiles and cheering.