Star Trek: Voyager is a beloved science fiction show that first aired in 1995 on UPN. Pulled to the far side of the galaxy, where the Federation is 75 years away at maximum warp speed, a Starfleet ship must cooperate with Maquis rebels to find a way home. It ran for eight seasons and has become a classic for sci-fi fans. As the show has become more and more popular, viewers have come together to choose and rank their favorite episodes. Here we will explore some of the best episodes of Star Trek: Voyager, as rated by viewers.
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After Kim beams an alien missile onboard Voyager it links up to the Doctor's systems and requests that it is allowed to complete its mission of mass destruction.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 374 votes.
Voyager is ambushed by a race known as the Hazari with no way of escape. Soon, an alien 'Think Tank' arrives with an answer to the ship's problem and all they ask in return is Seven of Nine.
The episode was rated 7.67 from 396 votes.
The discovery of a wormhole leading directly to Earth elates the crew beyond belief, but Seven Of Nine remains unconvinced that this is real. To help her cause, she recruits Naomi Wildman, the Doctor and an alien pilot named Qatai to stop the ship from entering.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 422 votes.
After encountering a piece of Borg technology known as a Vinculum which connects drone's minds together, Seven of Nine begins exhibiting the personalities of people that she assimilated as a member of the collective. Soon, they become so strong that they may overwhelm Seven's own personality.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 407 votes.
The Doctor discovers that his short-term memory has been altered with some events being deleted, so he launches an investigation into whom or what could be responsible. When he sets a trap and the culprit is caught, he is shocked at who it is and why they're doing it.
The episode was rated 7.71 from 418 votes.
While traveling through Devore space, Captain Janeway must hide all telepaths on board in transporter stasis as telepathy is illegal under Devore law. After Voyager is repeatedly searched, the leader of the investigations requests asylum and wishes to defect.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 406 votes.
The Doctor tries to introduce Seven of Nine to the concept of dating. After a disastrous first date the Doctor personally guides her, but he soon realises that he is falling in love with her.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 367 votes.
Stardate: 52081.2 - Voyager comes to the aid of a warring species as Captain Janeway reflects on the decisions she has made during their time in the Delta Quadrant and their outcomes.
The episode was rated 7.94 from 448 votes.
Voyager discovers another Starfleet vessel, the Equinox, commanded by Captain Ransom. The Doctor and Seven of Nine are taken as hostages, and Ransom steals some of Voyager's technology. Janeway's colossal failure as captain is brought to the forefront once again. The FX has aged poorly, but the episode contains a good story and an interesting discussion about Starfleet rules. The episode falls apart in the details, as there is never a satisfactory explanation for why the Equinox and Voyager both ended up at the same place, and why none of the races Voyager encountered ever mentioned the Equinox. Additionally, the writers disregard facts, continuity and plot logic, making it hard to take the episode seriously. Despite this, the episode does well on its own for the most part and provides an interesting look at a crew that abandoned all principles.
The episode was rated 7.98 from 416 votes.
The episode In the Flesh from the show Star Trek: Voyager follows the crew of Voyager discovering a simulation of Starfleet Headquarters being run by Species 8472 to practice launching an assault on the Alpha Quadrant. With the aid of drugs, Species 8472 are able to shape-shift into human form and use Earth slang, as well as engage in typical social activities. The idea that they have gathered a lot of information about Earth is questionable, and it's assumed that the episode is meant to be a serious one with high stakes.
The ending is anti-climactic, as Species 8472 ultimately just wants to do some reconnaissance. There is no explanation for why they know so much about humans and the Federation yet don't know that they don't have the technology to travel from the Alpha Quadrant to the Delta Quadrant quickly. The episode is confusing and full of plot holes, but it is also enjoyable due to its sheer audacity and ridiculousness. People may mock the episode Threshold for its ridiculousness, but this episode goes even further.
The episode was rated 7.99 from 440 votes.
In the episode "Drone" of the show Star Trek: Voyager, a transporter accident merges some of Seven of Nine's Borg nanoprobes with the Doctor's 29th Century holo-emitter to create a 29th Century super-Borg. Jeri Ryan and J Paul Boehmer both deliver great performances in this episode, which is a major pivotal moment for Seven. She is reminded of her individuality and beauty, and has to come to terms with the strong emotions she has been suppressing.
The episode also highlights the different relationship the crew of Voyager have with the Borg, having a lot less hate involved. In the end, there is a genuine sense of loss as One sacrifices himself, and Seven is left with a painful reminder of her uniqueness and individuality. By the end of the episode, she has accepted herself for who she is and doesn't have to pretend to be something she is not. This episode resonates deeply with its audience and serves as a reminder of the victory of surviving this world.
The episode was rated 8.06 from 495 votes.
Star Trek Voyager's episode "Timeless" had a great plotline, full of surprising twists and turns. In this episode, Voyager uses a new quantum slipstream technology in an attempt to get home, but a miscalculation causes the ship to crash into an ice planet. Fifteen years later, the sole survivors, Chakotay and Kim, steal the Delta Flyer in an attempt to send a message back in time and avert the disaster, however, Captain Geordi LaForge is determined to stop them at all costs.
The episode also featured some unexpected characters, such as an intoxicated Seven and a Galaxy-class starship. Tom's character was out of the ordinary and it felt more like a role that B'Elanna should have had. Despite the fact that it raises the question of why Voyager doesn't just make several short slipstream jumps to get home, the episode was well received by the fans. Janeway's pronunciation of Harry's name as "Hairy" was also memorable.
The episode was rated 8.07 from 490 votes.
The second part of the double feature, Dark Frontier (2), is an interesting episode that focuses on the ever-growing relationship between Seven of Nine and Captain Janeway. The Borg Queen makes a surprise return, but there's not an explanation as to how or why she's there. Despite the lack of explanation, it's still a good story for Seven, as Jeri Ryan's performance is great.
The Borg have become very weak enemies by this point in the show, with the crew being able to wander around on Borg ships without the Borg seeing them as a threat. The Queen tries to entice Seven back to the Collective, but her methods of "seduction" go nowhere. There are also some moments of bad writing, such as the Queen praising Seven for her uniqueness and then berating her for it. Additionally, Janeway makes an odd comment about preferring to suffocate rather than vaporise. All in all, it's a decent episode, but the first part is much better.
The episode was rated 8.11 from 218 votes.
In the episode of Star Trek: Voyager, Dark Frontier (1), the crew of Voyager are preparing to launch an attack on a damaged Borg Sphere to steal a trans-warp coil. This ambitious double feature set raises the question of whether it is wise to take such a risk when the ship is unexpectantly on a 70 year mission back home, unsupported and outnumbered. Although the premise of the Seven of Nine being deliberately sent to Voyager and then taken back by conversation with the Borg Queen is questionable, it does add to the suspense of the episode.
While some might argue that there is too much Borg featured in Voyager, the Borg are a well-established entity and provide a formidable nemesis that the crew of Voyager did not have in the Gamma Quadrant. However, their role does seem to have become a bit over-Borged and the Borg in this episode appear to act much more careless than those in TNG. This episode will no doubt have the audience at the edge of their seat wondering the outcome of the mission and the consequences of their actions.
The episode was rated 8.14 from 463 votes.
The episode Relativity of Star Trek: Voyager is a great example of a time travel story done right. It dives head-first into the genre with abandon, not caring too much about tidying things up. It brings back the fan-favorite Captain Braxton, played by a different actor this time, and gives a lot of screen-time to Seven of Nine, the main character of the show.
The episode is full of mysterious, exciting and suspenseful moments. It has different intersecting timelines that keep the viewers on their toes. Seven, the Doctor and even the Captain prove quite capable, as the stakes are high: one Voyager is destroyed in flight and even Seven dies. The ending is a bit of a let down, however, as it's quickly wrapped up and we're told not to worry too much about the paradox problems. There is also a continuity issue regarding the Doctor's activation, as we see a different moment to what was previously established. All in all, a great episode!
The episode was rated 8.15 from 451 votes.
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