S4E10
Random Thoughts
⚠ Spoiler alert This recap gives away what happens in this episode.
Episode Summary & Review
Summary
While Voyager’s crew is on shore leave on a planet of peaceful telepaths with no crime, one of the world’s citizens performs a savage beating. This sparks an investigation and jailing of Lt. Torres due to her voilent thoughts. Tuvok makes friends with the world’s police officer, and Neelix becomes interested in a female shopkeeper.
Our Take
A solid mid-tier Voyager hour that leans on Tuvok, which is never a bad call. The premise of a society that polices thoughts is genuinely creepy, and the guest cop playing opposite Tuvok gives their scenes a nice edge. The B-plot with Neelix is pure filler and drags things down. Worth watching for the ideas alone, even if the ending wraps up a bit too neatly.