Many are quick to point out the flaws in the writing from a scientific standpoint- jeez give it a break. It's science-FICTION! It takes place trillions of light years from our planet, and we can suspend disbelief for an hour and believe that things could be different that far from home... Just enjoy the humanity of the story and the above-average acting of this talented cast. Does it need help? Sure- but the first season of Star Trek TNG was gawd-awful- nowhere NEAR as good as this. Give it a chance and judge for yourself. Binge worthy. 8/10