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The Galactic Whirlpool

The Enterprise makes a shocking discovery aboard an abandoned spacecraft

• Stardate 4496.1
• Released October 1980

Investigating the area near the center of the galaxy, the crew discovers a giant spaceship that appears abandoned. Research leads to a shocking revelation: the ship originated from Earth. Kevin Riley leads a team inside to meet the inhabitants. While the crew negotiates for peace, Chekov discovers the large vessel must be steered away from its present course, otherwise it will plummet into an immense black hole.

Written by David Gerrold

Cast:

• Captain James T. Kirk
• Commander Spock
• Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy
• Lieutenant Commander Montgomery Scott
• Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu
• Lieutenant Nyota Uhura
• Ensign Pavel Chekov

Guest Cast:

• Kevin Riley