S1E8
The Elysian Kingdom
⚠ Spoiler alert This recap gives away what happens in this episode.
Episode Summary & Review
Summary
The U.S.S. Enterprise becomes stuck in a nebula that is home to an alien consciousness that traps the crew in a fairy tale.
Our Take
A goofy change of pace that works better as an actor showcase than as an actual story. Watching the crew play dress-up in a fairy tale has its charms, especially for anyone who enjoys seeing these actors cut loose, but the premise is thin and the resolution feels too easy. Fine as a midseason palate cleanser, just don’t expect it to stick with you.