10 most disliked Star Trek episodes of all time, ranked

Star Trek is an incredible collection of space odysseys that have boldly taken us where no TV series has gone before. With its galactic buffet of episodes, Star Trek has offered us everything from the profound to the profoundly puzzling.

On the one hand, we have episodes that are like fine wine, aging beautifully and discussing themes of morality, philosophy, and the human (and alien) condition with depth and significance These episodes are the crown jewels of the franchise, shining examples of sci-fi storytelling that could make a Klingon poet weep. They tackle complex issues, from the trials of leadership in The Next Generation to the gritty realities of war in Deep Space Nine, all while maintaining that Trek charm we all love.

But, oh, the other hand! It holds the episodes that we wish had been lost in a transporter malfunction. These are the episodes that make you wonder if a Tribble infestation in the writers' room would've been a better alternative. They range from the slightly bizarre (anyone remember the time Captain Janeway turned into a salamander?) to the downright cringe-worthy, complete with exaggerated dialogue and ridiculously thin and bizarre plots. These episodes are like the proverbial red shirts of the series - they boldly went, but perhaps they shouldn't have.

They're the episodes that we still watch with a mix of disbelief and a secret hope that maybe, just maybe, this time the plot will make sense. But alas, like a poorly executed Riker Maneuver, they often fall flat, leaving us to cherish the good episodes all the more.

So.... let's look at some incredibly awful Star Trek episodes that nobody likes, shall we?