Sins of the Father
- Episode aired Mar 17, 1990
- TV-PG
- 45m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
3.8K
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A Klingon commander comes aboard the Enterprise in an officer exchange program initiated by Starfleet, much to the chagrin of the crew.A Klingon commander comes aboard the Enterprise in an officer exchange program initiated by Starfleet, much to the chagrin of the crew.A Klingon commander comes aboard the Enterprise in an officer exchange program initiated by Starfleet, much to the chagrin of the crew.
J. Teddy Davis
- Transporter Technician
- (as Teddy Davis)
Rachen Assapiomonwait
- Crewman Nelson
- (uncredited)
Majel Barrett
- Enterprise Computer
- (archive sound)
- (uncredited)
Michael Braveheart
- Crewman Martinez
- (uncredited)
BJ Davis
- Klingon Assassin #1
- (uncredited)
Bud Davis
- Klingon Assassin #1
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaIn an interview, Michael Dorn revealed that the events of this episode altered his perception of Worf, and influenced how he played the part from then on. He said, "There was a lot more involved in it than the writers realized. Things that have to do with Klingon loyalty and honor. They didn't give it its due. You look at Worf in a different light, and I've played him in a different light since that episode. This is not something they have come up with. I'm doing this on my own. Hey, it's their fault. They wrote it. So now, I'm going to carry on with it."
- GoofsWhen Picard asks Kahlest if Mogh was a traitor, she responds, "No, Mogh was loyal to the Emperor." She should have said "Empire", as it is explained in Rightful Heir (1993) that there had been no Klingon Emperor for three centuries at this time.
- Quotes
Duras: This is not your world, Human. You do not command here.
Captain Jean-Luc Picard: I'm not here to command.
Duras: Then you must be ready to fight. Something Starfleet does not teach you.
Captain Jean-Luc Picard: You may test that assumption at your convenience.
- ConnectionsReferenced in Inglorious Treksperts: The Essential Picard (2019)
- SoundtracksStar Trek: The Next Generation Main Title
Composed by Jerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage
Featured review
Klingon Honor delayed!
I Genuinely like this episode, Though I admit to finding the outcome Very hard to swallow.
Perhaps there is even a lesson in this for us normal humans.
In my life I have witnessed Brother against Sister and Brother against Brother, for such minor items as money, Parental favor or simply jealousy!.
I know of one family split apart, made enemy of Sisters and Brothers for no other reason than GREED!.
The long since greatly feared Klingon Empire is shown in this episode to hold on high, above all else, Family.
A Lesson for one and ALL!.
Exceptional script writing, the best episode of the whole lot, along side outstanding Acting!.
OK, in 2022 it is somewhat outdated, but this Gem of quality Actors, great script writing and equally excellent camera work, Direction and Production.
Comes together bringing what many claim is the most emotional episode of all.
In my opinion it was not emotional, nor do I think emotion was it's over arching intent. Instead, I believe it's purpose was to show all beings as caring, honorable and showing the Klingons, much like the Vikings from human history as, yes a warrior nation, A Great Warrior Nation capable of many things, battle, cruelty, dominaence and of being greatly feared!, BUT also Klingons, much like Vikings were builders, protectors, Husbands, Wives, Children, loving, caring and of great honor!.
The lesson therefore, as Picard might say Is: One should Not Judge, Lest you be judges Yourself! .
Exceptionally great episode!, which highlighted the Strength and Honor of the Klingon Empire, OR perhaps more important it showed that of the Klingon people.
I still have issues with the ending, but then again, I doubt it could have been better!.
My respects to Picard and crew😎
Perhaps there is even a lesson in this for us normal humans.
In my life I have witnessed Brother against Sister and Brother against Brother, for such minor items as money, Parental favor or simply jealousy!.
I know of one family split apart, made enemy of Sisters and Brothers for no other reason than GREED!.
The long since greatly feared Klingon Empire is shown in this episode to hold on high, above all else, Family.
A Lesson for one and ALL!.
Exceptional script writing, the best episode of the whole lot, along side outstanding Acting!.
OK, in 2022 it is somewhat outdated, but this Gem of quality Actors, great script writing and equally excellent camera work, Direction and Production.
Comes together bringing what many claim is the most emotional episode of all.
In my opinion it was not emotional, nor do I think emotion was it's over arching intent. Instead, I believe it's purpose was to show all beings as caring, honorable and showing the Klingons, much like the Vikings from human history as, yes a warrior nation, A Great Warrior Nation capable of many things, battle, cruelty, dominaence and of being greatly feared!, BUT also Klingons, much like Vikings were builders, protectors, Husbands, Wives, Children, loving, caring and of great honor!.
The lesson therefore, as Picard might say Is: One should Not Judge, Lest you be judges Yourself! .
Exceptionally great episode!, which highlighted the Strength and Honor of the Klingon Empire, OR perhaps more important it showed that of the Klingon people.
I still have issues with the ending, but then again, I doubt it could have been better!.
My respects to Picard and crew😎
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- tcwaterford
- Mar 10, 2022
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- Runtime45 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.33 : 1
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