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Star Trek: 13 best Strange New Worlds episodes ranked from worst to best

Strange New Worlds has 20 incredible episodes, but which ones are truly considered the best ones? Let's take a look at 13 fantastic episodes and how they rank against each other.

By Camila Domingues

Pictured: Rebecca Romijn as Una, Anson Mount as Pike and Ethan Peck as Spock of the Paramount+ original series STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Photo Cr: Marni Grossman/Paramount+ ©2022 ViacomCBS. All Rights Reserved.
Pictured: Rebecca Romijn as Una, Anson Mount as Pike and Ethan Peck as Spock of the Paramount+ original series STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Photo Cr: Marni Grossman/Paramount+ ©2022 ViacomCBS. All Rights Reserved. /
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8. "All Those Who Wander" ( season 1, episode 9)

Landing at number 8, "All Those Who Wander" is an episode that's like a Star Trek version of Alien - in other words, it's one of the scariest, most unsettling episodes in the series.

This episode is a rollercoaster with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. "All Those Who Wander" is a high-stakes survival story that tests the mettle of our favorite Starfleet crew as they're stranded on a barren planet, facing off against not just their own inner demons but also dangerously, fatally physical danger as well. Honestly, this episode would make an incredible and terrifying space story to tell at midnight around a campfire, complete with creepy shadows, horrifying torso explosions, and heart-pounding suspense.

Needless to say, if you're a fan of horror, this is right up your alley.

What makes this episode stand out is its unique mix of classic Star Trek elements with a perfectly (too perfectly, honestly) executed bit of horror. It will have you pulling the covers over your face and not being able to look away at times - it's unexpectedly awesome. The episode dives deep into character development, shining a spotlight on each crew member's fears and hopes. It's not just about phasers and aliens - it's about the human (and Vulcan) spirit facing the unknown. This intense tale is a journey into the heart of what makes the crew of the Enterprise so enduringly captivating. You're not just watching an episode - you're being pulled into an intense, emotional experience that leaves you terrified, full of adrenaline, and thoughtful.